Nuclear Operation Restarting In North Korean: UN Reports
The United Nations atomic agency has said that North Korea has once again started the operation of its main nuclear reactor that can be used to produce "nuclear weapon fuels". The operation is a direct threat to the US, the UN informed. Reportedly, there were indications of the operation of Yonbyon's radiochemical laboratory from mid-February to early July this year.
Tags: North Korea, UN Nuclear Watchdog, Nuclear Reactor, Atomic Agency
Courtesy: The Indian Express
India Begins Work On World's Biggest Nuclear Plant With French Assistance
After 20 years from its first deliberation, commencement of world's biggest nuclear power plant in India has begun after France-based firm EDF on April 23 assured its assistance. The firm will reportedly provide engineering studies and equipment to build six 3rd-generation EPR reactors. To be set up in Maharashtra's Jaitapur, the facility aims to generate 10 gigawatts of electricity capable of providing power supply to roughly 7 crore… read-more
Tags: India, France, EDF, nuclear plant, Nuclear Reactor
Courtesy: The Quint