Nuclear

The SHANTI Act sets the tone for the promise of nuclear power to support rising electricity demand from the growth of AI data centres.

‘Nuclear sharing’ is expected to be a key topic of discussion at the 2026 NPT Review Conference.

The global nuclear order, made up of the international nuclear regime, bipolar nuclear hegemony, extended nuclear deterrence, and the nuclear taboo, is gradually unravelling.

The nuclear-related budget announcements and the SHANTI Act are likely to play a significant role in India’s global nuclear collaborations.

Small Modular Reactors represent both the future of nuclear innovation and a critical test for the resilience of the non-proliferation regime.

Satellite imagery and expert analysis reveal significant expansion of nuclear testing sites in Russia, China and the US.

Donald Trump’s decision to resume US nuclear testing risks reigniting a competitive nuclear build-up that could destabilise international security.

Given India’s future energy demand and need for clean energy, Small Modular Reactors (SMR) are a suitable option.

Pakistan no longer gains a substantial strategic advantage from its nuclear posturing, even as it continues to view the display of a nuclear threat as a strategic tool in conflict scenarios.

The Israel–Iran War has raised serious questions regarding the credibility of the IAEA and highlighted structural deficiencies in the NPT.