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Task Force studying need to tweak Atomic Energy Act for bringing in private sector: Govt
New Delhi, March 20: A Task Force has been constituted in the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) to study the amendments required in the Atomic Energy Act for implementing the government's push for nuclear power generation involving the private sector, the Parliament was told on Thursday.
Private sector participation, public engagement key towards India's nuclear energy goals: Minister
New Delhi, March 4: Achieving 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047 will require a focused and determined approach, adding around 4 GW annually from now onwards, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, said on Tuesday.
India's nuclear energy capacity jumps from 4,780 MW to 8,180 MW in 10 years, set for big leap
New Delhi, Feb 14: India's nuclear sector has grown significantly over the last ten years from 4,780 MW in 2014 to 8,180 MW in 2024 and is poised to accelerate further after agreements signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France backed by a stepped-up allocation in the Union Budget.
India, France to collaborate in co-designing, co-producing small and advanced modular rectors
Marseille, February 13: In a significant decision concerning civil nuclear energy cooperation, India and France have concluded a declaration of intent on collaboration in co-designing, co-developing and co-producing small modular reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs).
National Nuclear Energy Mission to boost country's power infrastructure: Manohar Lal
New Delhi, Feb 1: The government's focus on nuclear energy will strengthen the country's power infrastructure and reduce dependence on conventional sources, Union Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal said on Saturday.
Budget 2025: India sets ambitious goal of 100 GW Nuclear Energy by 2047
New Delhi, February 1: In a major step towards clean energy transition, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a Nuclear Energy Mission during the presentation of the Union Budget 2025.