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Myanmar Surpasses Afghanistan As Top Global Opium Producer: UN

Myanmar surpassed Afghanistan as the world’s leading opium producer as of 2023, producing an estimated 1,080 metric tonnes, according to a UN report. This shift occurred after the Taliban’s crackdown on opium in Afghanistan, resulting in a 95% drop to approximately 330 tonnes. Myanmar’s opiate economy is now valued between $1 billion and $2.4 billion, constituting 1.7 to 4.1% of the country’s 2022 GDP, according to UNODC.

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Delhi Police Serves Notice To Atishi Marlena Over Poaching Allegations

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Delhi Police served a notice to AAP leader and Finance Minister Atishi on Sunday regarding allegations that the BJP tried poaching party MLAs. After visiting her home, Atishi’s staff received the notice asking her and CM Kejriwal to provide information by February 5th. As their statements indicate they have knowledge of cognizable offences in the poaching claims against BJP, police want details of the evidence.

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