India has launched a new short-term recruitment scheme for the armed forces with an eye to cut down on pension bills. The scheme, Agnipath, allows youngsters to be inducted into services for a period of 4 years. Is the plan fool-proof? Listen in to Palki Sharma Upadhyay.

Gravitas: Agnipath: India's new armed forces recruitment scheme

Saudi Arabia has announced a new golf league to challenge the PGA tour. The attractive prize money has lured a handful of top golfers to the Saudi-backed league. How will this move affect the world of golf? Is this another instance of sports washing? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Saudi league splits top golfers

Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed an order that allows the PLA to take missions abroad. Why is Xi Jinping decided to legally legitimize PLA's "non-war" military operations? Palki Sharma Upadhyay decodes the developments.

Gravitas: Chinese President allows PLA to take missions abroad

Sri Lanka is currently going through the worst economic crisis since gaining their independence in 1948 and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe believes that it is the fault of the previous governments and the politicians. In an exclusive interview with WION’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma, Wickremesinghe called it a “man-made economic crisis” and pointed out that the politicians in the country need to come together and change in order to rectify the current situation.

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“There is a man-made economic crisis. The politicians they say and certainly the governments that were in power earlier. I think most in the government carried on. Not only previous government, but the politicians are also responsible. Yes, in a way we have to admit we all have the responsibility for the downfall of the system, and we should change now. That is the challenge to all our members of parliament, that you are willing to change or not. Some are, others are not. So, the politics of Sri Lanka will be decided by those who are willing to change and come a new and those who are not,” Wickremesinghe said.

The Sri Lankan PM also provided a sneak peek into their plans for restructuring of the economy. He explained that Sri Lanka is open to loans from both donors as well as private investors and they will also be discussing the situation with India and China.

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“We have to take restructuring loans both from the donors as well as the private investors. In case of the donors, we have to ensure, all of them agree to the restructuring program. Because only Japan is in the Paris club. China and India are out of the Paris Club. We got to get agreement. Matter has been taken up. I have not discussed it yet but will be discussing with China. There has been no response so far. Because Ambassador to Beijing is also discussing it with the government there,” he explained.

WATCH |&nbsp;Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickremesinghe exclusively on WION with Palki Sharma

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Sri Lanka is currently going through the worst economic crisis since gaining their independence in 1948 and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe believes that it is the fault of the previous governments and the politicians.

Sri Lanka is currently going through the worst economic crisis since gaining their independence in 1948 and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe believes that it is the fault of the previous governments and the politicians. In an exclusive interview with WION’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma, Wickremesinghe called it a “man-made economic crisis” and pointed out that the politicians in the country need to come together and change in order to rectify the current situation. Also read | Iran enriching uranium at unprecedented rate, dangerously close to nukes: Israeli PM Bennett “There is a man-made economic crisis. The politicians they say and certainly the governments that were in power earlier. I think most in the government carried on. Not only previous government, but the politicians are also responsible. Yes, in a way we have to admit we all have the responsibility for the downfall of the system, and we should change now. That is the challenge to all our members of parliament, that you are willing to change or not. Some are, others are not. So, the politics of Sri Lanka will be decided by those who are willing to change and come a new and those who are not,” Wickremesinghe said. The Sri Lankan PM also provided a sneak peek into their plans for restructuring of the economy. He explained that Sri Lanka is open to loans from both donors as well as private investors and they will also be discussing the situation with India and China. Also read | China and India working on peace along LAC, says Chinese defence minister “We have to take restructuring loans both from the donors as well as the private investors. In case of the donors, we have to ensure, all of them agree to the restructuring program. Because only Japan is in the Paris club. China and India are out of the Paris Club. We got to get agreement. Matter has been taken up. I have not discussed it yet but will be discussing with China. There has been no response so far. Because Ambassador to Beijing is also discussing it with the government there,” he explained. WATCH | Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickremesinghe exclusively on WION with Palki Sharma

Exclusive | There is a man-made economic crisis in Sri Lanka, says PM Ranil Wickremesinghe

Second brains are becoming increasingly popular. People are using second brains to store information they think the human brain can't. Most second brains are free, the premium ones cost as little as $8 a month. But do you really need a second brain? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas Plus: Welcome to the age of the second brain

Higher inflation, rising debt and falling foreign exchange reserves are threatening economies around the world. Could more countries go the Sri Lanka way? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Which countries are going the Sri Lanka way?

India has dispatched economic assistance worth $3.5 billion to Sri Lanka. While China distances itself from the crisis, India has stepped up to help the Sri Lankan people. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India emerges as Sri Lanka's most reliable partner

Sri Lanka has a history of crises. It began with the civil war, then came the Easter Bombings, and now the Economic crisis. Everything Colombo tried to revive its economy, it was consumed by a fresh crisis. Palki Sharma takes you through some pages of Lankan history.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka: a country consumed by crises

Sri Lanka will need at least $5 Billion in 6 months to maintain basic standard of living. How is the Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe planning to secure this fund? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: What the Lankan government is doing to tide over the crisis

Sri Lanka's economy has been crippled by fuel and food shortages. The country has settled into a routine of protests, crackdowns and shortages. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Shortages cripple Sri Lankan economy

Sri Lanka is facing an unprecedented economic crisis. But in Colombo, the construction of "Colombo Port City" continues uninterrupted. The project is being built by a Chinese company. Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: Ground report: Chinese port city unaffected amid Lankan economic crisis

The Rajapaksas today are political kryptonite in Sri Lanka. Despite the mass public opposition, is Rajapaksa family trying to wield its power behind the scenes? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Rajapaksas wielding the power behind the scenes?

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