Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Unit-3 initiated the 'Spillage to Open Reactor' step, indicating progress toward becoming operational.
This development represents a substantial advancement in India's nuclear capabilities, moving towards energy security and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Watch for announcements from the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) regarding the timeline for full commissioning and any regulatory approvals needed in the coming weeks.
The Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak, EAST, in China, managed to sustain a temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius for over 1,000 seconds, breaking previous records for duration at this extreme temperature.
This achievement marks a critical advancement in fusion research, suggesting progress towards practical fusion power plants which could revolutionize global energy systems by providing a clean, safe, and abundant energy source.
Watch for scientific publications validating the experiment's results and announcements about next steps in China's fusion roadmap in the coming weeks.