The Centre says a new law is needed to plug gaps in India’s nuclear framework, citing limits of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the CLNDA, 2010. It flagged weak safety mandates, limited regulatory capacity and the absence of any requirement for proactive nuclear governance.
Amid concerns over the use of ethanol-blended petrol, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said after extensive testing, no adverse impact has been found in cars where ethanol mixed petrol is used.
A superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov, the Nord, transited the Strait of Hormuz, a route severely restricted by Iran. The vessel, worth over $500 million, departed Dubai and arrived in Muscat, with its passage through the blockaded shipping lane raising questions. This event occurs amidst an uneasy ceasefire between the U.S. and…
India is planning a significant expansion of its nuclear energy sector. Experts emphasize the need for new financial strategies and robust risk-sharing frameworks. The SHANTI Act of 2025 is enabling private sector involvement. Accelerating site studies and ensuring long-term fuel supply are crucial steps. These efforts aim to boost clean energy generation and achieve ambitious…
JSW Neo Energy has secured a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement with SECI to supply 230 MW of Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy at Rs 4.98 per kWh. This marks JSW Energy’s first FDRE project PPA, boosting its under-construction capacity to 12.9 GW and locked-in generation capacity to 30.2 GW. The company aims to achieve 30…
Electricity trade on the Indian Energy Exchange saw a significant rise of 11.9 percent in the October to December quarter. However, renewable energy certificates experienced a notable decrease of 29.8 percent during the same period. The day-ahead market volume saw a slight dip, while the real-time market showed strong growth. The green market also recorded…
NTPC has stopped the installation of Flue-Gas Desulphurisation systems at five under-construction power plants. This follows a government notification exempting many thermal plants from needing FGD. The order impacts projects with over 7 GW capacity. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited may seek compensation. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change issued the exemption.
BSNL and Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) have signed an agreement to deploy India’s first 5G captive non-public network in the refinery sector. This collaboration aims to establish secure, ultra-reliable, and real-time industrial connectivity, leveraging indigenous 5G infrastructure for mission-critical operations. The partnership is expected to create replicable models for other industrial sectors, supporting India’s digital…
New US tariffs may create problems for Indian oil companies Reliance Industries and Nayara Energy. These companies may face challenges importing crude oil and exporting refined fuel. Government has not directed to stop buying Russian crude. Nayara Energy has already reduced refinery operations. The company is offering petrol and diesel to state-run refiners.
India’s AI future hinges on infrastructure and energy, with Visakhapatnam emerging as a key digital gateway. Jeet Adani highlighted India’s structural advantage in trust, execution, and abundant energy, crucial for powering AI’s massive electricity demands. The Adani Group’s $100 billion commitment to green energy and data centers will fuel this AI-led growth.