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The Fury of Nature: Why Some Regions Face the Wrath of Devastating Cyclones Tropical cyclones—hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones—are nature’s most ferocious storms, driven by warm ocean waters, low wind shear, and atmospheric dynamics. The Bay of Bengal stands out as a hotspot for devastating cyclones due to its warm, shallow waters, low-lying coasts, and dense populations, as seen in the catastrophic Bhola Cyclone of 1970. In contrast, the Arabian Sea sees fewer intense storms due to cooler waters and higher wind shear. Other global hotspots include the Northwest Pacific, North Atlantic, South Pacific, Southwest Indian Ocean, and Eastern Pacific, each with unique geographic and climatic vulnerabilities. Cyclones rarely form near the equator due to weak Coriolis forces and are less common outside the tropics due to colder waters. This essay explores the causes of cyclones, their regional disparities, and the devastating impacts, supported by expert insights, and historical data. ...

Bangladesh: A Bay of Bengal Chessboard – Navigating Post-Hasina Geopolitics Bangladesh's political upheaval in August 2024, leading to Sheikh Hasina's ouster, has dramatically reshaped its geopolitical landscape. The nation, strategically located at the confluence of South and Southeast Asia, now finds itself at a crossroads. While the "mass uprising" wasn't a traditional military coup, the military's role in facilitating Hasina's exit and the establishment of an interim government under Muhammad Yunus has had coup-like implications. This shift has significantly disadvantaged India, a close ally of Hasina's government, while presenting an opportunistic window for China and Pakistan to expand their influence. The interim government is now navigating a complex foreign policy, balancing the need for Western financial support with existing Chinese debt and the imperative to manage regional relationships, particularly with a wary India and a volatile Myan...