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Kate Winslet SLAMS widespread use of weight loss drugs: ‘The disregard for one’s health is terrifying’

Kate Winslet SLAMS widespread use of weight loss drugs: ‘The disregard for one’s health is terrifying’

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In an interview recently, ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ star Kate Winslet slammed the widespread use of weight loss drugs. She called the disregard for health ‘terrifying’. She also criticized social media’s unrealistic beauty standards. ‘Titanic’ actress Kate Winslet has offered her uninhibited perspective on the widespread use of weight loss drugs in the entertainment industry….

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Sourav Joshi: Rolex on his wrist, ‘S & A’ diamonds on his sherwani: Inside Sourav Joshi’s luxe wedding look |

Sourav Joshi: Rolex on his wrist, ‘S & A’ diamonds on his sherwani: Inside Sourav Joshi’s luxe wedding look |

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Vlogger Sourav Joshi’s wedding to Avantika Bhatt was a masterclass in personalized luxury. He adorned a traditional Kumaoni sherwani with custom diamond-studded buttons featuring their initials, ‘S & A’. His wrist sported a Rolex Submariner, symbolizing his journey from vlogs to empire-building. This look blends heritage with modern aspiration. When YouTuber Sourav Joshi, one of…

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Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano erupts again; towering lava fountains soar up to 1200 ft—Watch

Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano erupts again; towering lava fountains soar up to 1200 ft—Watch

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Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano erupts again Hawaiʻi’s Kīlauea volcano erupted again on Friday, sending lava fountains soaring up to 370 metres (1,200 feet) and burying a US Geological Survey (USGS) camera that briefly captured the activity in volcanic debris.The eruption, which began around 8.45 am on Saturday, produced 12.1 hours of continuous lava fountaining, the USGS…

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Posters advocating for Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, to take party leadership have surfaced outside the JD(U) office. This follows the NDA’s significant victory in the recent assembly elections. While Nishant has remained largely out of the public eye, unlike political scions Tejashwi Yadav and Chirag Paswan, his father secured a tenth term as Chief Minister. Bihar CM Nitish Kuma with his son Nishant Kumar (File photo) NEW DELHI: Posters urging Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar chief minister and Janata Dal (United) president Nitish Kumar, to lead the party appeared outside the JD(U) office in Patna on Monday, days after the ruling National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) landslide win in the Bihar assembly elections.The posters, put up by a JD(U) worker named Krishna Patel, read: “Ab party ki kaman sambhalein Nishant bhai” — translating to, “Now brother Nishant should lead the party.” “I Supported You Twice, But Never Again” Nitish Kumar Hits Out At RJD Nishant, the only child of Nitish Kumar, has largely stayed out of the public eye, unlike contemporaries Tejashwi Yadav and Chirag Paswan. Yadav, Bihar’s former deputy chief minister, is the son of two former chief ministers, Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi, while Paswan serves as a minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government and is the son of the late Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan.Tejashwi Yadav was the CM candidate of the opposition alliance, his Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) -led Mahagathbandhan. Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) won 19 of the 28 seats it contested as an NDA ally.In the run-up to the Bihar elections, the opposition highlighted a series of public gaffes by Nitish Kumar to cast doubt on whether he would continue as chief minister if the NDA won. During this period, Nishant repeatedly reassured the public about his father’s health.The JD(U) emerged as the second-largest party in the Bihar assembly, winning 85 seats, just behind the BJP, which secured 89. The NDA collectively won 202 of the 243 seats. Nitish Kumar was sworn in as chief minister for a 10th term, having held the post since November 2005.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Faces Two-Front Danger in China, Pakistan: Cautions Army, Cites Op Sindoor As Proof Of ResolveIndiGo Crisis Enters Day 7: Over 350 Flights Cancelled As Chaos Continues Across Airports in India’Multilateralism Cannot Survive On Double Standards’: Jaishankar Urges Amid Multipolar World ReorderFlames Rage As Crowd Continues Dancing To ‘Mehbooba’ In Goa Nightclub VideoCalls To ‘Send Usha Back’ Erupt After JD Vance’s Immigration Remark Sparks Fierce National OutrageCrowd Grooving To ‘Mehbooba’ As Flames Engulf Goa Nightclub, Video Goes Viral“Tariff Pressure Ended India-Pak Standoff”: Trump Makes Bold Claim“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment“Crew Safety Was At Risk…” Expert on DGCA’s Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO“We’ll Strike Again If Needed”: Navy Chief Issues Stern Warning To Pakistan123PhotostoriesThe 5 fastest wild cats in the world– Find out who tops the listIndiGo crisis: When travel plans fail, people shine; beautiful moments that won the internetWhat Your Birth Number Says About Your Divine Worship GodBengaluru Mega Road Project: Rs 4,808cr Upgrade, IT Corridors, Flyovers & Tunnel—In PhotosDiabetes prevention: Bengaluru doctor suggests 10 lifestyle tips that all diabetics must follow9 foods that help lower nighttime cortisol naturally7 things you should never do when sending kids to school’Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Tamasha’: Movies that revolutionised romance in BollywoodChanakya Niti: 5 mantras by Chanakya for super success at work7 vegetables one should never consume raw123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAaron RodgersJosh SimmonsJayson Tatum InjuryMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthTim PoolRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCeeDee Lamb InjuryMLB Trade RumorsCardi B

Posters advocating for Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, to take party leadership have surfaced outside the JD(U) office. This follows the NDA’s significant victory in the recent assembly elections. While Nishant has remained largely out of the public eye, unlike political scions Tejashwi Yadav and Chirag Paswan, his father secured a tenth term as Chief Minister. Bihar CM Nitish Kuma with his son Nishant Kumar (File photo) NEW DELHI: Posters urging Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar chief minister and Janata Dal (United) president Nitish Kumar, to lead the party appeared outside the JD(U) office in Patna on Monday, days after the ruling National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) landslide win in the Bihar assembly elections.The posters, put up by a JD(U) worker named Krishna Patel, read: “Ab party ki kaman sambhalein Nishant bhai” — translating to, “Now brother Nishant should lead the party.” “I Supported You Twice, But Never Again” Nitish Kumar Hits Out At RJD Nishant, the only child of Nitish Kumar, has largely stayed out of the public eye, unlike contemporaries Tejashwi Yadav and Chirag Paswan. Yadav, Bihar’s former deputy chief minister, is the son of two former chief ministers, Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi, while Paswan serves as a minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government and is the son of the late Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan.Tejashwi Yadav was the CM candidate of the opposition alliance, his Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) -led Mahagathbandhan. Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) won 19 of the 28 seats it contested as an NDA ally.In the run-up to the Bihar elections, the opposition highlighted a series of public gaffes by Nitish Kumar to cast doubt on whether he would continue as chief minister if the NDA won. During this period, Nishant repeatedly reassured the public about his father’s health.The JD(U) emerged as the second-largest party in the Bihar assembly, winning 85 seats, just behind the BJP, which secured 89. The NDA collectively won 202 of the 243 seats. Nitish Kumar was sworn in as chief minister for a 10th term, having held the post since November 2005.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Faces Two-Front Danger in China, Pakistan: Cautions Army, Cites Op Sindoor As Proof Of ResolveIndiGo Crisis Enters Day 7: Over 350 Flights Cancelled As Chaos Continues Across Airports in India’Multilateralism Cannot Survive On Double Standards’: Jaishankar Urges Amid Multipolar World ReorderFlames Rage As Crowd Continues Dancing To ‘Mehbooba’ In Goa Nightclub VideoCalls To ‘Send Usha Back’ Erupt After JD Vance’s Immigration Remark Sparks Fierce National OutrageCrowd Grooving To ‘Mehbooba’ As Flames Engulf Goa Nightclub, Video Goes Viral“Tariff Pressure Ended India-Pak Standoff”: Trump Makes Bold Claim“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment“Crew Safety Was At Risk…” Expert on DGCA’s Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO“We’ll Strike Again If Needed”: Navy Chief Issues Stern Warning To Pakistan123PhotostoriesThe 5 fastest wild cats in the world– Find out who tops the listIndiGo crisis: When travel plans fail, people shine; beautiful moments that won the internetWhat Your Birth Number Says About Your Divine Worship GodBengaluru Mega Road Project: Rs 4,808cr Upgrade, IT Corridors, Flyovers & Tunnel—In PhotosDiabetes prevention: Bengaluru doctor suggests 10 lifestyle tips that all diabetics must follow9 foods that help lower nighttime cortisol naturally7 things you should never do when sending kids to school’Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Tamasha’: Movies that revolutionised romance in BollywoodChanakya Niti: 5 mantras by Chanakya for super success at work7 vegetables one should never consume raw123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAaron RodgersJosh SimmonsJayson Tatum InjuryMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthTim PoolRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCeeDee Lamb InjuryMLB Trade RumorsCardi B

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Bihar CM Nitish Kuma with his son Nishant Kumar (File photo) NEW DELHI: Posters urging Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar chief minister and Janata Dal (United) president Nitish Kumar, to lead the party appeared outside the JD(U) office in Patna on Monday, days after the ruling National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) landslide win in the Bihar…

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Jemimah Rodrigues’ ‘be the man I need’ post goes viral after Smriti Mandhana calls off wedding with Palash Muchhal

Jemimah Rodrigues’ ‘be the man I need’ post goes viral after Smriti Mandhana calls off wedding with Palash Muchhal

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Jemimah Rodrigues posted a cryptic yet emotionally loaded Instagram story featuring a group of singers performing Olivia Dean’s Man I Need. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: India women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana on Sunday officially confirmed that her wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal has been called off — but amid the emotional turbulence, one…

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For the first time! China trade surplus hits trillion in November; exports to US continue to slide

For the first time! China trade surplus hits $1 trillion in November; exports to US continue to slide

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China ended November with a historic milestone, recording an annual trade surplus of more than $1 trillion for the first time. Official figures released on Monday show that booming exports to markets outside the United States more than compensated for shrinking US demand.The breakthrough came only weeks after Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump negotiated…

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ICAI CA January 2026 admit card expected to be released soon: Check steps to download Foundation, Inter and Final hall tickets

ICAI CA January 2026 admit card expected to be released soon: Check steps to download Foundation, Inter and Final hall tickets

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ICAI CA January 2026 admit card: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is expected to release the admit cards for the Chartered Accountancy (CA) January 2026 examinations soon. Although the Institute has not confirmed an exact release date, admit cards for the Foundation, Intermediate and Final examinations are likely to be issued in…

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‘Jaya Bachchan 2.0′: Netizen tags Rekha as the veteran ignores fan at the airport, declines photo request

‘Jaya Bachchan 2.0′: Netizen tags Rekha as the veteran ignores fan at the airport, declines photo request

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At an airport, Rekha pushed away a fan seeking a selfie, sparking social media comparisons to Jaya Bachchan, nicknaming her “Jaya Bachchan 2.0.” Despite the moment, Rekha smiled for paparazzi later. She recently appeared at the Red Sea Film Festival in an elegant saree, attending ‘Umrao Jaan’ screening. Rekha faced an unexpected moment at the…

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‘This is a disaster’: Mamata Banerjee targets BJP over IndiGo fiasco; cites passenger agony

‘This is a disaster’: Mamata Banerjee targets BJP over IndiGo fiasco; cites passenger agony

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NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday sharply criticised the Centre over the nationwide flight chaos triggered by IndiGo’s deepening operational crisis, calling the situation “a disaster” and accusing the BJP-led government of failing passengers as large-scale cancellations entered the seventh straight day.Indigo flight cancellations follow live updatesSpeaking in Kolkata, Banerjee said…

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In an era where global powers are flexing their nuclear muscles and dormant arsenals hum with renewed urgency, India stands at a perilous crossroads: should it reignite the fire of nuclear testing to assert its strategic sovereignty, or maintain the delicate restraint that has balanced diplomacy and deterrence for decades? The shadow of India’s 1998 Pokhran-II tests still lingers, marked by geopolitical reverberations and economic sanctions. Yet today, with US President Donald Trump publicly accusing rival states like Pakistan and China of clandestine nuclear tests, India faces a high-stakes dilemma. Putin, Modi Supercharge India’s Atomic Future With Big Reactor Push And Next-Gen Mini Reactors The big questionIndia’s nuclear journey began with its first nuclear test, code-named ‘Smiling Buddha’, in 1974, which stunned the world with a bold demonstration of atomic capability. However, there was then a long gap of 24 years before India conducted its next round of tests, the definitive Pokhran-II in 1998. Now, 27 years after that landmark moment, the clock ticks again — prompting a crucial question: Is it time for India to conduct another series of nuclear tests to secure its place amid a shifting geopolitical order? The answer may shape not just India’s nuclear strategy, but the future stability of South Asia and its global standing.Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Arms Control Association in Washington, said that a resumption of US atomic tests would “open the door for states with less nuclear testing experience to conduct full-scale tests that could help them perfect smaller, lighter warhead designs”.Joseph Rodgers, fellow at the Washington-based Centre for Strategic and International Studies, said that states such as China or India stand to profit from a resumption of nuclear tests.“It makes more sense for them to test” than it does for the US or Russia, the two states that have conducted most atomic tests to date, Rodgers said.Tump triggers debateAhead of his meeting with Chinese president Xi Jinping in South Korea on October 29–30, 2025, Trump posted on social media that, because other countries were conducting nuclear tests, he had instructed the US military to begin testing nuclear weapons again on “an equal basis” with those nations, and that this process would “commence immediately”.Trump’s comments were interpreted by many as a sign the US was preparing to restart full-scale nuclear blasts for the first time since 1992. In an interview with 60 Minutes on CBS, Trump reiterated his position. “I am saying that we’re going to test nuclear weapons like other countries do, yes,” Trump said when asked by if he planned for the US to detonate a nuclear weapon for the first time in more than 30 years.”Russia’s testing, and China’s testing, but they don’t talk about it,” he added. “I don’t want to be the only country that doesn’t test,” he said, adding North Korea and Pakistan to the list of nations allegedly testing their arsenals.What he probably meantJust days after Trump’s remark, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright clarified that America is not planning to conduct nuclear explosions.”These are not nuclear explosions,” Wright told Fox News on Sunday. “These are what we call sub-critical explosions.” But Wright, whose agency oversees testing, said people living in the Nevada desert should have “no worries” about seeing a mushroom cloud.”Americans near historic test sites such as the Nevada National Security Site have no cause for concern,” Wright said. “So we’re testing all the other parts of a nuclear weapon to make sure they deliver the appropriate geometry, and they set up the nuclear explosion.”What are sub-critical nuclear tests Sub-critical nuclear testing refers to experiments that involve nuclear materials like plutonium but use less than the amount necessary to start a chain reaction that would cause a nuclear explosion. No nuclear explosion occurs because the test does not achieve “criticality,” the point at which a self-sustaining nuclear reaction happens.These tests involve compressing or shocking small amounts of fissile material with high explosives to study how the material behaves under extreme conditions.Subcritical tests help scientists validate computer models and ensure the safety, security, and reliability of nuclear weapons without performing full nuclear detonations.They are usually done underground to contain any radioactive byproducts and prevent a nuclear blast.Countries like the US, Russia, and China use subcritical tests to maintain their nuclear stockpiles under international test bans like the CTBT.Thus, subcritical tests are a way to “test” the components of nuclear weapons at a small, safe scale without violating nuclear test bans or triggering nuclear explosions.Can sub-critical nuke tests be detectedSub-critical nuclear tests are generally very low-yield and do not produce a nuclear explosion, so they release minimal energy and radiation. Because of this, subcritical tests are often difficult or impossible to detect by international monitoring systems like the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) International Monitoring System (IMS).The IMS uses seismic, hydroacoustic, infrasound, and radionuclide stations to detect nuclear explosions worldwide. While it can detect all full-scale nuclear tests, the very low yield of subcritical tests—often below a threshold of about 1 kiloton equivalent—means they usually do not produce detectable seismic or atmospheric signatures. Radionuclide detectors also rely on gases released during an explosion, which do not occur in subcritical tests.Sub-critical tests are mostly not picked up by the IMS or satellite monitoring, making them effectively clandestine from the perspective of existing international nuclear test detection systems unless detected through other intelligence sources or on-site inspections after the CTBT enters into force.What India’s next nuclear test could look likeIf India were to conduct a nuclear test today, it would reflect significantly evolved scientific, strategic, and geopolitical conditions compared to the 1998 Pokhran-II tests. The characteristics of a modern Indian nuclear test would likely include:Advanced Warhead Designs India’s nuclear program has progressed since 1998, including development of thermonuclear weapons and miniaturised warheads suitable for its ballistic missile arsenal like the Agni series. Tests today would likely focus on validating thermonuclear yield and sophisticated warhead designs to ensure reliability and accuracy.Subcritical and Computer-Simulated Testing While explosive nuclear tests are possible, India might also incorporate subcritical tests — experiments that do not produce a self-sustaining chain reaction — and extensive computer simulations. These methods enhance warhead performance confidence without a full-scale test, but a full test could be opted for if strategic or political signals require it.Test Site and Environmental Measures Like Pokhran in Rajasthan, the test would likely occur at a well-established test site with extensive monitoring and safety protocols. Satelite and seismic detection globally would instantly detect the test, making secrecy impossible.International Fallout India would anticipate immediate diplomatic repercussions, including likely suspension of nuclear cooperation with the US under the 123 Agreement and possible sanctions.What is the 123 AgreementThe 123 Agreement, formally called the India–United States Civil Nuclear Agreement, is a bilateral pact signed in 2008 that allows civil nuclear trade and cooperation between India and the United States. It was a landmark deal that ended decades of nuclear isolation for India, enabling it to engage in global nuclear commerce despite not being a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The agreement requires India to separate its civilian and military nuclear facilities, with civilian reactors subject to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards while retaining control of its nuclear weapons program. The 123 Agreement facilitates technology transfer, fuel supply, and nuclear commerce, strengthening India’s civilian nuclear energy capabilities and strategic partnership with the US.What happens if India tests nukesPer Article 14 of the 123 Agreement, should India conduct a nuclear test explosion, the United States holds the right to immediately terminate all nuclear cooperation. This has significant ramifications for India’s civilian nuclear energy expansion plans and international standing. Past statements by US policymakers, including former US president Barack Obama, emphasized pushing for India’s eventual ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) as part of broader nonproliferation goals.Are sub-critical tests covered under 123 Agreement?The 123 Agreement between India and the United States does not explicitly mention subcritical nuclear testing. The agreement is primarily focused on prohibiting “nuclear explosive devices” testing and maintaining a moratorium on nuclear testing as a condition for continued civil nuclear cooperation.Subcritical tests, which do not involve a self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction or an actual nuclear explosion, typically fall outside the scope of what is conventionally defined as nuclear explosive testing. This nuance means subcritical tests are not explicitly banned under the 123 Agreement’s terms related to nuclear testing moratoriums.However, any full nuclear explosive test would constitute a breach, prompting the US to have the right to terminate cooperation and possibly impose sanctions.World’s nuclear arsenalAt present there are 9 countries (Russia, US, China, France, UK, Pakistan, India, Israel and North Korea) that possess nuclear weapons. These countries have roughly 12,331 nuclear warheads, with over 9,600 in active military stockpiles, according to the Federation of Atomic Scientists’ 2025 Status of the Worlds Nuclear Forces. While this is a significant decline from the approximately 70,000 warheads owned by the nuclear-armed states during the Cold War, nuclear arsenals are expected to grow over the coming decade.Russia has the most confirmed nuclear weapons, with nearly 5,500 nuclear warheads. The US follows behind with 5,177 nuclear weapons. Total nuclear warheads owned by these 2 countries alone counts for nearly 90% of nuclear weapons in the world.Over 2,000 nuclear weapons tests have been carried out since 1945. The first nuclear device was detonated as a test by the United States at the Trinity site in New Mexico on July 16, 1945, with a yield approximately equivalent to 20 kilotons of TNT.The largest nuclear weapon ever tested was the Tsar Bomba of the Soviet Union at Novaya Zemlya on October 30, 1961, with the largest yield ever seen, an estimated 50–58 megatons.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Faces Two-Front Danger in China, Pakistan: Cautions Army, Cites Op Sindoor As Proof Of ResolveIndiGo Crisis Enters Day 7: Over 350 Flights Cancelled As Chaos Continues Across Airports in India’Multilateralism Cannot Survive On Double Standards’: Jaishankar Urges Amid Multipolar World ReorderFlames Rage As Crowd Continues Dancing To ‘Mehbooba’ In Goa Nightclub VideoCalls To ‘Send Usha Back’ Erupt After JD Vance’s Immigration Remark Sparks Fierce National OutrageCrowd Grooving To ‘Mehbooba’ As Flames Engulf Goa Nightclub, Video Goes Viral“Tariff Pressure Ended India-Pak Standoff”: Trump Makes Bold Claim“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment“Crew Safety Was At Risk…” Expert on DGCA’s Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO“We’ll Strike Again If Needed”: Navy Chief Issues Stern Warning To Pakistan123PhotostoriesWhat Your Birth Number Says About Your Divine Worship GodDiabetes prevention: Bengaluru doctor suggests 10 lifestyle tips that all diabetics must follow9 foods that help lower nighttime cortisol naturally7 things you should never do when sending kids to school’Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Tamasha’: Movies that revolutionised romance in BollywoodChanakya Niti: 5 mantras by Chanakya for super success at work7 vegetables one should never consume raw7 myths about prostate cancer uro-oncologist wants everyone to stop believing right nowBirth Number 2: Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky GemstoneThe best cardio exercises for women who hate running123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAaron RodgersJosh SimmonsJayson Tatum InjuryMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthTim PoolRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCeeDee Lamb InjuryMLB Trade RumorsCardi B

In an era where global powers are flexing their nuclear muscles and dormant arsenals hum with renewed urgency, India stands at a perilous crossroads: should it reignite the fire of nuclear testing to assert its strategic sovereignty, or maintain the delicate restraint that has balanced diplomacy and deterrence for decades? The shadow of India’s 1998 Pokhran-II tests still lingers, marked by geopolitical reverberations and economic sanctions. Yet today, with US President Donald Trump publicly accusing rival states like Pakistan and China of clandestine nuclear tests, India faces a high-stakes dilemma. Putin, Modi Supercharge India’s Atomic Future With Big Reactor Push And Next-Gen Mini Reactors The big questionIndia’s nuclear journey began with its first nuclear test, code-named ‘Smiling Buddha’, in 1974, which stunned the world with a bold demonstration of atomic capability. However, there was then a long gap of 24 years before India conducted its next round of tests, the definitive Pokhran-II in 1998. Now, 27 years after that landmark moment, the clock ticks again — prompting a crucial question: Is it time for India to conduct another series of nuclear tests to secure its place amid a shifting geopolitical order? The answer may shape not just India’s nuclear strategy, but the future stability of South Asia and its global standing.Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Arms Control Association in Washington, said that a resumption of US atomic tests would “open the door for states with less nuclear testing experience to conduct full-scale tests that could help them perfect smaller, lighter warhead designs”.Joseph Rodgers, fellow at the Washington-based Centre for Strategic and International Studies, said that states such as China or India stand to profit from a resumption of nuclear tests.“It makes more sense for them to test” than it does for the US or Russia, the two states that have conducted most atomic tests to date, Rodgers said.Tump triggers debateAhead of his meeting with Chinese president Xi Jinping in South Korea on October 29–30, 2025, Trump posted on social media that, because other countries were conducting nuclear tests, he had instructed the US military to begin testing nuclear weapons again on “an equal basis” with those nations, and that this process would “commence immediately”.Trump’s comments were interpreted by many as a sign the US was preparing to restart full-scale nuclear blasts for the first time since 1992. In an interview with 60 Minutes on CBS, Trump reiterated his position. “I am saying that we’re going to test nuclear weapons like other countries do, yes,” Trump said when asked by if he planned for the US to detonate a nuclear weapon for the first time in more than 30 years.”Russia’s testing, and China’s testing, but they don’t talk about it,” he added. “I don’t want to be the only country that doesn’t test,” he said, adding North Korea and Pakistan to the list of nations allegedly testing their arsenals.What he probably meantJust days after Trump’s remark, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright clarified that America is not planning to conduct nuclear explosions.”These are not nuclear explosions,” Wright told Fox News on Sunday. “These are what we call sub-critical explosions.” But Wright, whose agency oversees testing, said people living in the Nevada desert should have “no worries” about seeing a mushroom cloud.”Americans near historic test sites such as the Nevada National Security Site have no cause for concern,” Wright said. “So we’re testing all the other parts of a nuclear weapon to make sure they deliver the appropriate geometry, and they set up the nuclear explosion.”What are sub-critical nuclear tests Sub-critical nuclear testing refers to experiments that involve nuclear materials like plutonium but use less than the amount necessary to start a chain reaction that would cause a nuclear explosion. No nuclear explosion occurs because the test does not achieve “criticality,” the point at which a self-sustaining nuclear reaction happens.These tests involve compressing or shocking small amounts of fissile material with high explosives to study how the material behaves under extreme conditions.Subcritical tests help scientists validate computer models and ensure the safety, security, and reliability of nuclear weapons without performing full nuclear detonations.They are usually done underground to contain any radioactive byproducts and prevent a nuclear blast.Countries like the US, Russia, and China use subcritical tests to maintain their nuclear stockpiles under international test bans like the CTBT.Thus, subcritical tests are a way to “test” the components of nuclear weapons at a small, safe scale without violating nuclear test bans or triggering nuclear explosions.Can sub-critical nuke tests be detectedSub-critical nuclear tests are generally very low-yield and do not produce a nuclear explosion, so they release minimal energy and radiation. Because of this, subcritical tests are often difficult or impossible to detect by international monitoring systems like the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) International Monitoring System (IMS).The IMS uses seismic, hydroacoustic, infrasound, and radionuclide stations to detect nuclear explosions worldwide. While it can detect all full-scale nuclear tests, the very low yield of subcritical tests—often below a threshold of about 1 kiloton equivalent—means they usually do not produce detectable seismic or atmospheric signatures. Radionuclide detectors also rely on gases released during an explosion, which do not occur in subcritical tests.Sub-critical tests are mostly not picked up by the IMS or satellite monitoring, making them effectively clandestine from the perspective of existing international nuclear test detection systems unless detected through other intelligence sources or on-site inspections after the CTBT enters into force.What India’s next nuclear test could look likeIf India were to conduct a nuclear test today, it would reflect significantly evolved scientific, strategic, and geopolitical conditions compared to the 1998 Pokhran-II tests. The characteristics of a modern Indian nuclear test would likely include:Advanced Warhead Designs India’s nuclear program has progressed since 1998, including development of thermonuclear weapons and miniaturised warheads suitable for its ballistic missile arsenal like the Agni series. Tests today would likely focus on validating thermonuclear yield and sophisticated warhead designs to ensure reliability and accuracy.Subcritical and Computer-Simulated Testing While explosive nuclear tests are possible, India might also incorporate subcritical tests — experiments that do not produce a self-sustaining chain reaction — and extensive computer simulations. These methods enhance warhead performance confidence without a full-scale test, but a full test could be opted for if strategic or political signals require it.Test Site and Environmental Measures Like Pokhran in Rajasthan, the test would likely occur at a well-established test site with extensive monitoring and safety protocols. Satelite and seismic detection globally would instantly detect the test, making secrecy impossible.International Fallout India would anticipate immediate diplomatic repercussions, including likely suspension of nuclear cooperation with the US under the 123 Agreement and possible sanctions.What is the 123 AgreementThe 123 Agreement, formally called the India–United States Civil Nuclear Agreement, is a bilateral pact signed in 2008 that allows civil nuclear trade and cooperation between India and the United States. It was a landmark deal that ended decades of nuclear isolation for India, enabling it to engage in global nuclear commerce despite not being a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The agreement requires India to separate its civilian and military nuclear facilities, with civilian reactors subject to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards while retaining control of its nuclear weapons program. The 123 Agreement facilitates technology transfer, fuel supply, and nuclear commerce, strengthening India’s civilian nuclear energy capabilities and strategic partnership with the US.What happens if India tests nukesPer Article 14 of the 123 Agreement, should India conduct a nuclear test explosion, the United States holds the right to immediately terminate all nuclear cooperation. This has significant ramifications for India’s civilian nuclear energy expansion plans and international standing. Past statements by US policymakers, including former US president Barack Obama, emphasized pushing for India’s eventual ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) as part of broader nonproliferation goals.Are sub-critical tests covered under 123 Agreement?The 123 Agreement between India and the United States does not explicitly mention subcritical nuclear testing. The agreement is primarily focused on prohibiting “nuclear explosive devices” testing and maintaining a moratorium on nuclear testing as a condition for continued civil nuclear cooperation.Subcritical tests, which do not involve a self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction or an actual nuclear explosion, typically fall outside the scope of what is conventionally defined as nuclear explosive testing. This nuance means subcritical tests are not explicitly banned under the 123 Agreement’s terms related to nuclear testing moratoriums.However, any full nuclear explosive test would constitute a breach, prompting the US to have the right to terminate cooperation and possibly impose sanctions.World’s nuclear arsenalAt present there are 9 countries (Russia, US, China, France, UK, Pakistan, India, Israel and North Korea) that possess nuclear weapons. These countries have roughly 12,331 nuclear warheads, with over 9,600 in active military stockpiles, according to the Federation of Atomic Scientists’ 2025 Status of the Worlds Nuclear Forces. While this is a significant decline from the approximately 70,000 warheads owned by the nuclear-armed states during the Cold War, nuclear arsenals are expected to grow over the coming decade.Russia has the most confirmed nuclear weapons, with nearly 5,500 nuclear warheads. The US follows behind with 5,177 nuclear weapons. Total nuclear warheads owned by these 2 countries alone counts for nearly 90% of nuclear weapons in the world.Over 2,000 nuclear weapons tests have been carried out since 1945. The first nuclear device was detonated as a test by the United States at the Trinity site in New Mexico on July 16, 1945, with a yield approximately equivalent to 20 kilotons of TNT.The largest nuclear weapon ever tested was the Tsar Bomba of the Soviet Union at Novaya Zemlya on October 30, 1961, with the largest yield ever seen, an estimated 50–58 megatons.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Faces Two-Front Danger in China, Pakistan: Cautions Army, Cites Op Sindoor As Proof Of ResolveIndiGo Crisis Enters Day 7: Over 350 Flights Cancelled As Chaos Continues Across Airports in India’Multilateralism Cannot Survive On Double Standards’: Jaishankar Urges Amid Multipolar World ReorderFlames Rage As Crowd Continues Dancing To ‘Mehbooba’ In Goa Nightclub VideoCalls To ‘Send Usha Back’ Erupt After JD Vance’s Immigration Remark Sparks Fierce National OutrageCrowd Grooving To ‘Mehbooba’ As Flames Engulf Goa Nightclub, Video Goes Viral“Tariff Pressure Ended India-Pak Standoff”: Trump Makes Bold Claim“Unconstitutional Move”: PTI Hits Out at Asim Munir’s Defence Chief Appointment“Crew Safety Was At Risk…” Expert on DGCA’s Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO“We’ll Strike Again If Needed”: Navy Chief Issues Stern Warning To Pakistan123PhotostoriesWhat Your Birth Number Says About Your Divine Worship GodDiabetes prevention: Bengaluru doctor suggests 10 lifestyle tips that all diabetics must follow9 foods that help lower nighttime cortisol naturally7 things you should never do when sending kids to school’Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Tamasha’: Movies that revolutionised romance in BollywoodChanakya Niti: 5 mantras by Chanakya for super success at work7 vegetables one should never consume raw7 myths about prostate cancer uro-oncologist wants everyone to stop believing right nowBirth Number 2: Personality Trait, Lucky Number, Lucky Color and Lucky GemstoneThe best cardio exercises for women who hate running123Hot PicksIndigo Flight DelayPutin India VisitWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingAaron RodgersJosh SimmonsJayson Tatum InjuryMariasharapova and Alexander Net worthAryna Sabalenka Net WorthTim PoolRafael Nadal and Mery Net WorthCeeDee Lamb InjuryMLB Trade RumorsCardi B

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