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Decommissioning of France's Fessenheim nuclear plant finally set to start

France's utility giant EDF is poised to start dismantling the Fessenheim nuclear power plant on the border with Germany, a €1.4 billion project slated to take 22 years. Built in 1971, the plant's two reactors are the oldest in France and have been permanently shut down since 2020 after 43…

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NTPC starts site selection studies in Gujrat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh for nuclear projects

State-owned NTPC is exploring new nuclear power projects. Site selection studies have begun in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Odisha. This initiative is part of NTPC's extensive 30 GW nuclear energy plan. The company aims to contribute significantly to India's ambitious nuclear capacity target. Investments will be substantial, spanning…

The Economic Times

AI data center push fuels nuclear threat

Countries around the world are racing to deploy nuclear technology — and potentially making themselves targets

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Maharashtra to lead next phase of India's nuclear energy expansion: Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra will spearhead India's nuclear energy expansion. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted nuclear power's necessity for reliable, round-the-clock electricity. Renewable sources like solar and wind are not consistently available. Maharashtra has signed agreements for 25,000 MW projects. American nuclear companies are showing interest in large-scale investments in the state's nuclear…

The Economic Times

UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from Iraq

The United Arab Emirates said six drones were launched from Iraq towards its territory over the past 48 hours, including one that struck near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on Sunday and caused a fire at an external electric generator.

The Economic Times

UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from Iraq

The UAE said drones that targeted its Barakah nuclear plant last week were launched from Iraq, indicating Tehran-backed militias have continued targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran.

Euronews

Strike near UAE reactor revives concerns over nuclear plant safety in wartime

Attack marks first time military action has forced a fully operating nuclear power plant to rely on backup generators

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UAE says drones that targeted Barakah nuclear power plant came from Iraqi territory

The United Arab Emirates’ Defense Ministry says the drones that targeted the Barakah nuclear power plant all came from Iraq

The Independent UK

Trump warns Iran that ‘TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE’ for peace deal

President Donald Trump has warned Iran in a Truth Social post that “TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE” for the country’s leaders to reach a peace agreement and it will face a “very bad time” if a deal is not signed. The warning follows a drone strike that sparked a ⁠fire…

The Independent UK

UAE fumes after Iranian attack near nuclear plant, warns of retaliation: 'Won't tolerate threat to security'

The UAE strongly condemned a drone strike on its Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, calling it a dangerous escalation and a threat to regional stability. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones from Iraq. Amidst rising tensions, US President Trump warned Iran to act swiftly, while Tehran threatened retaliation against perceived US-Israeli aggression.

The Times of India

Iran has responded to latest US peace proposal, foreign ministry official says

On Sunday, Iran's Fars news agency said Washington had presented a five-point list, which included a demand for Iran to keep only one nuclear site in operation and transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to the US.

Euronews

Iran-US war latest: Trump calls off fresh strikes as Gulf allies say peace deal is close

Trump warned if a deal is not reached the US military is ‘ prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran’

The Independent UK

'Dangerous escalation': India expresses deep concern after drone strikes target Barakah nuclear facility in UAE

India on Monday expressed deep concern after a drone attack targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE, calling it a “dangerous escalation” amid rising Gulf tensions. The Ministry of External Affairs said such attacks were unacceptable and urged restraint, dialogue and diplomacy.

The Economic Times

Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

Oil prices are rising as tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate. An attack on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates has heightened concerns. U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly set to discuss military actions against Iran. This follows recent drone attacks on the UAE and Saudi…

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UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at the Barakah nuclear power plant in the UAE, while Saudi Arabia said it intercepted three drones that entered from Iraqi airspace, amid rising tensions linked to the US-Iran conflict. UAE officials called the attack a dangerous escalation and said they were investigating the…

The Times of India

‘There won’t be anything left’: Trump says ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as nuclear talks stall

US President Donald Trump intensified pressure on Iran on Sunday as diplomatic efforts to end months of conflict in the Middle East appeared to edge closer to collapse. Trump issued a stark warning on social media following a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, signalling growing frustration over stalled…

The Guardian - UK

UAE blames Iran or proxies for strike near nuclear plant, as Trump tells Tehran ‘clock is ticking’

Abu Dhabi denounces ‘dangerous escalation’ as Iran war ceasefire grows more precarious, and US president voices impatience at stalemate

The Economic Times

Strait of Hormuz deadlock deepens? Drone strike at nuclear power plant in UAE

International Atomic Energy Agency said emergency diesel generators were providing power to the plant's "unit 3", and called for "maximum military restraint" near any nuclear power plant, adding that it was following the situation closely.

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The Economic Times

US nuclear industry delegation visiting India to explore opportunities

A US delegation is in India to explore nuclear energy cooperation. India has opened its nuclear sector to private companies. This presents a major opportunity for US firms. Both countries are also looking at fusion technologies and small modular reactors. India aims to significantly increase its nuclear power capacity by…

International Business Times

Drone Strike On UAE Nuclear Plant Sparks Alarm Over Shaky Iran Truce

US President Donald Trump issued a veiled warning over rising tensions in the Middle East by posting an AI-generated image and message that read "calm before the storm."

The Economic Times

'Unacceptable' threat to safety: UN nuclear watchdog sounds alarm over drone strike near UAE's Barakah plant

A drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant has sparked grave concern from the IAEA, though radiation levels remain normal. The incident, targeting an electrical generator, marks a dangerous escalation in regional tensions. Emergency response contained the fire, with no injuries reported.

The Independent UK

A drone strike causes fire outside a nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates say a drone strike caused a fire outside a nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi

The Economic Times

NTPC chief cautions against dependence on single supplier for nuclear technology

India's ambitious 100 GW nuclear power plan requires careful supplier selection. NTPC Chairman Gurdeep Singh advises against over-reliance on any single country for nuclear technology. He stresses prioritizing domestic control, even if initial costs are higher. Clear rules and guidelines are essential for converting policy into investment.

The Economic Times

UCIL to extract uranium from Hindustan Copper's tailings, to set up recovery plant in Jharkhand: CMD

Uranium Corporation of India will establish a new plant in Jharkhand. This facility will extract uranium from waste materials produced by Hindustan Copper. The move aims to boost India's domestic uranium supply for nuclear power and defense. This initiative will convert waste into a valuable resource. It also supports India's…

Fortune

Americans would rather live near a nuclear power plant than a data center

Some people surveyed pointed to a fear of AI, while others cited growing concerns of noise and water pollution.

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