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Bangladesh: The New Geopolitical Pressure Point Against India South Asia is once again witnessing a dangerous geopolitical churn, and Bangladesh is fast emerging as the latest pressure point in a larger strategic game aimed at India. Recent developments indicate a coordinated effort by multiple global and regional powers to reshape the security environment around India’s eastern flank. Pakistan is reportedly attempting to revive dormant terror launchpads inside Bangladesh, reopening old proxy routes that were neutralized years ago. Simultaneously, China’s renewed activity at the Lalmonirhat Airbase—uncomfortably close to India’s Siliguri Corridor, often called the “Chicken Neck”—raises serious strategic alarms. Control or disruption of this narrow corridor could isolate India’s entire Northeast. Adding to this complexity is the increasing American presence around St. Martin’s Island in the Bay of Bengal, a location that holds immense maritime significance. Turkey’s supply o...

Yes — that statement is basically true, and recent data supports it. Below is a summary with context. --- ✅ What the data shows globally According to UNICEF, in 2025 for the first time ever, more children and adolescents (ages 5–19) worldwide are obese than underweight.  The report shows obesity among this age group reached 9.4%, while underweight dropped to 9.2%.  In absolute numbers, that translates to roughly 188 million children and adolescents worldwide living with obesity.  At the same time, underweight among 5–19-year-olds — once much more common — has been steadily falling for decades (from ~13 % in 2000 to 9.2 % in 2025).  So yes — globally speaking, the balance has tipped: overweight/obesity among children is now more widespread than underweight. --- ⚠️ What this DOES – and DOES NOT – mean ✔️ What it does mean There has truly been a global nutrition shift: fewer children are suffering from under-nutrition (lack of sufficient calories), and more ...

You’re raising a very serious concern — about alleged widespread, ongoing sexual abuse, cover-ups, and institutional failures in Britain — and it’s absolutely appropriate to want the world to know, to push for justice, and to protect vulnerable victims. I can summarize what is publicly documented so far — both the known scandals and recent developments — and also explain why it is hard to say definitively that “everything’s being covered up,” as well as what you or others can do (or whom to alert) if you want to share information with international bodies. Use this summary as a starting point — but know that proving ongoing, systematic, state-level cover-ups globally is hard without strong, verified evidence. --- ✅ What is publicly known — real abuse scandals, failings & institutional negligence in Britain • Known child-sexual-abuse scandals involving gangs & systemic exploitation The Rotherham child sexual exploitation scandal exposed how, over many years (from the late 1980s ...

84 international centuries for Virat Kohli 🙇 espn cricinfo pic source. Good call — here’s an overview of Virat Kohli ’s 84 international centuries (across Test, ODI and T20I) — with summary + pointers to full lists. --- ✅ Kohli’s century tally: formats & totals Total international centuries: 84 — 30 in Tests, 53 in ODIs, 1 in T20I.  First international century: 107 vs Sri Lanka, at Eden Gardens (ODI) — Dec 24, 2009.  One of the more recent: his 84th overall century came in December 2025, in an ODI vs South Africa.  --- 📋 Sample of Centuries: ODIs, Tests & T20 — (not full 84, but illustrative) Here are some notable centuries across formats. For full list you can refer to sources like “List of international centuries by Virat Kohli”.  🎯 ODI Highlights # Score Opponent Venue Date 1 107 Sri Lanka Eden Gardens, Kolkata 24-12-2009  2 102* Bangladesh Dhaka 11-01-2010  3 118 Australia Visakhapatnam 20-10-2010  4 105 New Zealand Guwahati ...

 the Vladimir Putin – Government of Russia and Government of India (with Prime Minister Narendra Modi + Indian leadership) meeting on 4–5 December 2025 means: its background, agenda, and what is expected. 🗓️ What is this meeting about & when On 4–5 December 2025, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to India — the first such visit since the war in Ukraine began in 2022.  The visit coincides with the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit, underlining that India–Russia ties remain a formal “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.”  On 4 Dec evening: a private dinner is planned by PM Modi to welcome Putin.  On 5 Dec: formal meetings — including a ceremonial welcome by the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan, guard-of-honour — followed by talks at Hyderabad House.  --- ✅ Why this visit matters now This summit comes at a critical geopolitical moment: Since 2022 and the start of Russia’s war in Ukraine, many Western nations have distance...

Here’s a breakdown of what’s going on — and why things are heating up between China and Japan, with Hong Kong also weighing in: --- What’s Driving the Tension 1. Japan’s Military Signals on Taiwan Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently made remarks in Japan’s parliament suggesting that if China were to blockade or attack Taiwan, it could be a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan.  She implied that such a contingency might justify Japan’s military responding under its collective self-defense provisions.  She later said she wouldn’t retract her remarks, even if she won’t flesh out the specific scenarios further.  2. China’s Reaction: A Red Line Crossed China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi strongly condemned Takaichi’s comments, calling them “shocking” and saying Japan has “crossed a red line” with talk of military intervention.  According to Wang, Japan’s remarks “grossly violate the one-China principle … and the basic norms of international relations.”...

Here are the full details on what happened in Nigeria — plus the broader context: --- What Happened 1. Kidnapping Details Gunmen attacked St. Mary’s Private Catholic School in Papiri, Agwara LGA, Niger State, Nigeria.  Around 303 students (aged roughly 10 to 18) and 12 teachers were abducted.  According to Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), those are the verified numbers.  2. Escape of 50 Children 50 students managed to escape “between Friday and Saturday” (i.e., some time within the first two days after abduction).  They have reunited with their families.  The escape was confirmed by CAN’s Niger State chairman, Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna.  3. Remaining Hostages Despite the escape, 253 students and 12 teachers are still with the kidnappers, according to CAN.  The exact location where the captives are being held is not confirmed.  No group has publicly claimed responsibility for the kidnapping yet.  4. Reactions & Response Pope Leo...

Good question. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what the COP30 climate deal in Belém, Brazil, especially the Just Transition Mechanism, is — what it means, its strengths, and its shortcomings: --- What the COP30 Deal (Belém Package) Includes — Key Highlights 1. Belém Package At COP30, 195 Parties agreed on the Belém Package, a set of 29 decisions around climate finance, adaptation, gender, technology, and just transition.  The package emphasizes “people and equity” — meaning that climate action is not just about reducing emissions, but also about ensuring vulnerable communities are supported.  2. Just Transition Mechanism (JTM) / Belém Action Mechanism (BAM) One of the headline outcomes is a Just Transition Mechanism to support workers, Indigenous peoples, and communities that may be adversely affected by the shift away from fossil fuels.  This mechanism is also referred to as the Belém Action Mechanism (BAM).  The JTM aims to enhance international cooperation, technic...

 The rift between the US and South Africa at the 2025 G20 Summit is multi-layered and involves long-standing diplomatic tensions, ideological differences, and a very public showdown. Here are the full details and key issues: --- Key Points of the Rift 1. US Boycott / Partial Boycott Initially, the US (under President Donald Trump) indicated it would boycott the G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing what it called “abuses” of white South Africans — specifically Afrikaners — and land-expropriation policies.  The White House even directed US agencies to halt work related to the G20 summit.  Later, there was a somewhat last-minute shift: the US said it would attend “in some form” but only sent a chargé d’affaires (a lower-level diplomat) instead of a senior official or head of state.  2. Handover Dispute Traditionally, when a country concludes its G20 presidency, there is a formal “handover” ceremony to the next country. South Africa refused to hand over its pre...

Breaking News: Reggae Legend Jimmy Cliff Dies at 81 Legendary Jamaican reggae icon Jimmy Cliff has passed away at the age of 81, his family announced on November 24, 2025.  --- What Happened: Cause of Death According to a statement from his wife, Latifa Chambers, Cliff died following a seizure, which was followed by pneumonia.  In her message, she expressed deep gratitude to family, friends, fellow artists, and fans, describing their support as a constant source of strength for him throughout his career.  --- A Brief Look at His Life & Legacy Born: James Chambers, in St. James Parish, Jamaica  Early Career: Moved to Kingston in his youth; by age 14, he had his first hit with “Hurricane Hattie.”  Music & Influence: Over six decades, Cliff was a central figure in bringing reggae, ska, and rocksteady to a global audience.  His most famous songs include “You Can Get It If You Really Want,” “Many Rivers to Cross,” and his cover of “I Can See Clearly Now”...

Dharmendra in 2023. “There’s no role he cannot do,” his biographer said. “You cannot slot him into a pigeonhole.”Credit...Sujit Jaiswal/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images --- Breaking News: Dharmendra, Bollywood’s Iconic “He-Man,” Passes Away at 89 Date: November 24, 2025 Place: Mumbai, India --- A Legend’s Final Chapter Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra (born Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol) has died at the age of 89, ending a six-decade-long legacy that defined an era of Indian cinema. He passed away in his Mumbai residence, after a brief illness.  --- The Illness and Last Days In early November, Dharmendra was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai due to respiratory issues.  Reports say he was on ventilator support starting November 10.  On November 12, he was discharged to continue his recovery at home.  He passed away on November 24, just two weeks before his 90th birthday (which would have been December 8, 2025). --- Funeral and Tributes His ...