Thorium Energy and SHANTI Act Boost Nuclear Future

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Why in the News ? The SHANTI Act, 2025 aims to expand India’s nuclear energy sector and accelerate the use of thorium-based reactors, which could strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on imported uranium, supporting the government’s goal of achieving 100 GWe nuclear capacity by 2047.   SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Energy Expansion: The…

Government Prioritises Natural Gas Allocation Using Essential Commodities Act

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Why in the News ? The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 to prioritise the allocation of natural gas to key sectors such as PNG, CNG, LPG production, and fertiliser plants, introducing a tiered supply framework to ensure uninterrupted availability while maintaining compliance with environmental clearances and…