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India’s indigenously designed and built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu has attained criticality at 8:25 pm on April 6, 2026, following clearance from the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) after safety review, marking a significant milestone in the country’s three-stage nuclear programme. The achievement means the reactor can now sustain…
India approves 50 solar parks to boost 37.5 GW renewable capacity
The Union Ministry of Renewable Energy has approved the establishment of 50 solar parks with a combined capacity of 37.5 GW, marking a major milestone in India’s renewable energy journey. These solar parks will be strategically placed across various states to optimize energy generation and distribution, supporting India’s goal to transition towards cleaner energy sources…
PGCIL approves Rs 9.62 billion for three new transmission projects
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RECPDCL establishes subsidiaries for ISTS projects in Gujarat, Rajasthan, and J&K
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Jammu & Kashmir plans 50 MVA GIS substation
The Government of Jammu & Kashmir (GoJK) has proposed a 50 MVA, 220/33 kV gas-insulated substation (GIS) at Batkote in Pahalgam. The project is expected to be implemented through a tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) process as part of the state’s transmission plan for 2022-27. According to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Jammu & Kashmir had…
Constellation awarded over $1bn in contracts by US GSA
Constellation has secured contracts worth more than $1bn from the US General Services Administration (GSA) to supply nuclear and other energy sources to multiple government agencies and implement energy-saving initiatives. The ten-year contract, valued at $840m, will supply one million megawatt-hours of energy annually from 2025 to 13 government agencies, including the Architect of the…
