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NTPC scopes 30 sites across states in fresh bid for nuclear expansion

The sites are spread across 5 to 6 states, including Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Odisha, the people said, asking not to be named as discussions aren’t final.

Gujarat, AP likely sites for NTPC nuclear plants; talks in advanced stages with MP, Chhattisgarh too

India has set target of generating 100 GW nuclear power by 2047. NTPC is scouting for about 35-36 sites across the country for setting up nuclear plants.

Rajasthan’s Rs 42,000 crore Mahi Banswara project will mark entry of NTPC in nuclear power sector

The 2800 MWe nuclear power plant is set to be inaugurated by PM Modi next week. Govt has set an ambitious target of 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047.

In case against Gujarat Samachar publisher & editor, ED cites ‘illegal acquisition’ of NTPC, TCS shares

ED alleged in affidavit to Ahmedabad court that Bahubali Shah and brother Shreyansh Shah routed more than Rs 26 cr to corner shares of NTPC and TCS during Initial Public Offerings.

No breakthrough in water cess row, Himachal govt to set up panel for talks with power developers

Move comes at a time when state is locked in a tussle with Punjab & Haryana over the cess, while power generation companies have even moved HC challenging the levy.

Activists blame NTPC’s Tapovan power plant & govt’s Char Dham project for Joshimath sinking

Tunnelling work by NTPC, say activists and geologists, have accelerated land subsidence, while widening of roads for Char Dham project has destabilised Joshimath's ecology and geology.

NTPC invites bids for importing coal for first time in two years

The fuel will mainly be used at power plants located far from domestic mines, which are most vulnerable to disruptions. India has been grappling with shortages of coal since August.

NTPC expects to raise $2 billion through IPOs in 3 units

The New Delhi-based company is also looking to sell its stake in NTPC-SAIL Power Co., a joint venture with SAIL for supplying electricity to the steelmaker’s mills and townships.

NTPC goes for big green push, plans IPO for renewable energy unit to raise Rs 2.5 lakh crore

Officials say NTPC plans to build large renewable energy parks for which it has secured land for 5-gigawatt facility in Gujarat. It will also set up offshore wind power plants.

China-linked hackers still targeting NTPC despite Ladakh disengagement, US firm says

In an interview with ThePrint Thursday, Christopher Ahlberg, CEO of Recorded Future, said China-linked RedEcho is a ‘sophisticated group’ that is good at targeting specific entities.

On Camera

New promo video by PLA Navy is a teaser of China’s deep blue capabilities

Rather than functioning as conventional propaganda, the video operates as a device for interpretation, subtly shaping expectations about future developments in China’s naval trajectory.

Adani’s giant copper plant hits technical setbacks in first year

The 500,000 tonne-per-year plant produced just 94,000 tonnes of refined copper from April 2025 to February this year.

Indian drone tech company ideaForge signs MoU with Japanese firm to develop next-gen AI powered drones

By pairing Indian drone engineering with Japanese semiconductor expertise, the two firms aim to develop more advanced autonomous systems tailored to both defence & commercial use.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.