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6.3 earthquake jolts northern Japan but no tsunami warning sparks uneasy calm

6.3 earthquake jolts northern Japan but no tsunami warning sparks uneasy calm

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck northern Japan on Friday evening in Pacific waters off Miyagi prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Despite the strong shaking, no tsunami warning was issued and there were no immediate reports of damage. NHK reported that nuclear power plants in Miyagi and Fukushima showed no abnormalities. East Japan Railway temporarily suspended shinkansen services. The quake follows a major April 7.7 event that triggered a tsunami alert, and JMA warned a larger quake remains possible.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Spain largest nuclear plant faces uncertain fate as energy shortages fuel fierce debate

Spain largest nuclear plant faces uncertain fate as energy shortages fuel fierce debate

Spain’s Almaraz nuclear plant, the country’s largest, was slated to shut by 2028. Now, fresh energy shortages have thrown the timeline into doubt, igniting heated debate over whether the plant should keep running longer. Local communities that have prepared for closure are watching policy makers weigh climate goals against immediate electricity needs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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AERB clears major equipment installation for Kudankulam nuclear Units 5 and 6

AERB clears major equipment installation for Kudankulam nuclear Units 5 and 6

The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board has approved the erection of major equipment for Units 5 and 6 at Tamil Nadu’s Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project. The clearance comes after extensive safety reviews to ensure compliance with national and international standards, marking another step toward expanding India’s clean, reliable nuclear power generation capacity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
Rosatom starts loading fuel for Bangladesh first nuclear plant as power ramp nears

Rosatom starts loading fuel for Bangladesh first nuclear plant as power ramp nears

Russia’s Rosatom has begun loading nuclear fuel into Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant, marking an early milestone in the reactor start-up process. The fuel-loading phase precedes bringing the unit to its minimum controlled power level, then gradually ramping up output and supplying electricity to Bangladesh’s power grid.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
NTPC eyes 1400 MW nuclear plant in Bihar with two 700 MW units feasibility study underway

NTPC eyes 1400 MW nuclear plant in Bihar with two 700 MW units feasibility study underway

State-owned NTPC is exploring a major nuclear expansion in Bihar’s Banka district, planning two 700 MW units after completing a feasibility study. The project may require an investment of around Rs 25,000 crore, with the Bihar government promising full support. The plan supports India’s roadmap toward 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047 and NTPC’s own 2 GW target by 2032.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026
Vinay Kwatra meets US energy secretary to push nuclear power and LPG trade

Vinay Kwatra meets US energy secretary to push nuclear power and LPG trade

Indian envoy Vinay Kwatra met the US energy secretary in Washington to discuss strengthening energy ties. The talks reportedly included cooperation in nuclear power, coal gasification, and increasing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) trade. Officials framed the meeting as a step toward deeper partnership across both traditional and advanced energy technologies, with potential implications for supply and investment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026

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X energy shares jump 27% on Nasdaq debut after upsized IPO frenzy

X energy shares jump 27% on Nasdaq debut after upsized IPO frenzy

Nuclear power startup X-energy surged 27% on its first day of trading on the Nasdaq after an upsized IPO. Investors showed strong demand for the company’s public debut, pushing the stock higher immediately as trading opened. The jump underscores continued appetite for next generation energy themes despite the volatility that often follows major listings.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 24 Apr 2026
Iran conflict pressures energy shift forcing renewed focus on oil gas and nuclear power

Iran conflict pressures energy shift forcing renewed focus on oil gas and nuclear power

The Iran conflict is reviving global dependence on hydrocarbons, undermining clean energy momentum. Renewables still struggle with storage and grid upgrades, while alternatives such as green hydrogen remain costly. As countries prioritize energy security, the spotlight is returning to gas supplies and nuclear expansion, with EV targets in danger of slipping.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Amazon backed X-energy raises 1B in IPO as nuclear data center demand surges

Amazon backed X-energy raises 1B in IPO as nuclear data center demand surges

Amazon backed nuclear startup X-energy has raised about 1 billion in an IPO, pulling in roughly 20% more than expected. The company’s data center driven strategy is drawing fresh investor attention as demand for nuclear power climbs, reflecting the growing urgency for steady, large scale electricity to support AI and cloud workloads.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 24 Apr 2026
India Can Cut Energy Import Risk Faster With Electrification And Nuclear Push Say Kotak Advisor

India Can Cut Energy Import Risk Faster With Electrification And Nuclear Push Say Kotak Advisor

Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mutual Fund, and a member of the PM’s economic advisory council, says India must reduce vulnerability to energy shocks by accelerating electrification and rapidly scaling up nuclear power. His argument centers on cutting dependence on energy imports and strengthening long-term energy security as global disruptions threaten supply and prices.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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