Have you heard of sologamy? It is the act of marrying oneself. A 24-year-old Indian woman is all ready to marry herself. She won't be the first. Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a fascinating story.

Gravitas: Sologamy: Indian woman all set to marry herself

Around 16 targeted killings have been reported in Kashmir in the first 6 months of 2022. Almost all the victims belong to Kashmir's Hindu minority. Why are terror attacks on the rise in Kashmir valley? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Targeted killings on the rise in Kashmir

OPEC+ led by Saudi Arabia and Russia bucked market expectations to increase oil output by 50%. Can the gulf states make up for Russia's oil deficit? How is oil shaping the world order in 2022? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: OPEC+ agrees to increase oil output to cool prices

Gun Terror has struck America again. A gunman has killed 4 people at a hospital in #Tulsa. This comes a week after the Uvalde Massacre. What is Joe Biden doing about it? He's blaming Republicans for blocking gun reforms. Palki Sharma tells you how POTUS is not helpless.

Gravitas: Why Biden is not 'helpless' on gun reforms

'Pakistan will splinter into 3 pieces', this is Imran Khan prediction about the country's future. He says if Shehbaz Sharif stays in power, the country will head towards a civil war, get demilitarised and lose all its nukes. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Imran Khan predicts 'Balkanisation' of Pakistan

TikTok influencers are advocating using a diabetes drug for weight loss. TikTokers say the injection reduces hunger pangs and results in drastic weight loss. Listen to Palki Sharma before you fall for this fad.

Gravitas: New viral weight loss fad

Chinese officials in Shanghai have issued a diktat to the press. They have been banned from using the word "lockdown" while reporting on Shanghai's two-month-long lockdown. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: In China, a ban on the word "lockdown"

In Kabul today, a team of Indian diplomats met with a senior leader of the Taliban. What happened at the meeting? What's driving India's engagement with the Taliban? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Indian diplomats meet senior Taliban leadership

Israel's Defence Minister Benny Gantz is visiting India as the two countries mark 30 years of bilateral and defence ties. Gantz called on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also held a discussion with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Israel's Defence Minister Benny Gantz visits India

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is marking 70 years on the throne. Polls suggest strong popularity for the monarchy, with 62% Britons backing the Queen. What explains Britain's obsession with the crown? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 70 years on the throne

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

Gravitas Global Headlines: Sri Lanka inflation, Russia-Ukraine war continues

Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, has died at the age of 53. The singer had performed to an audience in Kolkata a little over an hour before he was declared brought dead to a hospital. India remembers KK as the man with a magical voice. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Indian singer KK dies at 53

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wants 'healthy trade activity' with India. On a visit to Turkey, he said India and Pakistan can gain a lot from mutually beneficially trade. At the same time, he discussed Kashmir with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pak wants 'healthy trade' ties with India

Denmark is making a historic shift. After sitting on the sidelines for 30 years, it could join the European Union's common defence policy. Denmark is also considering allowing US troops on its soil. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Denmark prepares to take on Russia

The US emerged as India's biggest trade partner in 2021-22. China has slipped to second place. But Beijing refuses to accept this. It is trying to come back on top by rejigging the numbers. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: The US is now India's biggest trade partner. China disagrees

Joe Biden agreed to send longer-range advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, drawing sharp criticism from Russia. Will Biden's move lead to further escalation? Or will the rockets change the tide in Donbas? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US to send advanced rockets to Ukraine

US President Joe Biden welcomed K-pop band BTS to the White House for discussions on anti-Asian hate crimes in America. What does this invite reveal about the power of K-pop? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Joe Biden welcomes BTS to the White House

Russia's war and China's zero-covid lockdowns are straining the global supply chains. Faced with a shortage of feed, Malaysia has decided to ban chicken exports. Palki Sharma tells you why the ban has neighbouring Singapore worried.

Gravitas: Supply crunch forces Malaysia to ban chicken export

Pakistan's economy needs $36 billion to survive. Islamabad is struggling to find a creditor. The crisis has led to speculation. Reports say the military held a meeting to discuss the situation. Will snap elections be called in Pakistan? Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Will Pakistani "establishment" call for snap elections?

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister has promised to deploy his forces against the Federal government if Imran Khan calls for another protest. Is Pakistan heading for civil war? What does this internal instability mean for the world? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Is Pakistan heading for civil war?

The European Union agreed to stop 90% of oil imports from Russia, with exemptions for landlocked members like Hungary. Will the partial oil ban deter Putin? How dependent is Europe on Russian oil? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Europe to stop 90% of oil imports from Russia

The U.N. is praising China's human rights record, North Korea is heading U.N's disarmament body. The U.N. failed to stop the war in Ukraine, also failed to respond on time to the pandemic. What's wrong with the UN? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: U.N. praises China's human rights record

Is climate activism becoming a nuisance to society? German Chancellor Olaf Scholz remarks have triggered a row. He's being accused of comparing climate activists to Nazis. This has led to a debate on the 'radical tactics' used by climate activists. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Is climate activism becoming a nuisance to society?

30 Tory MPs have reportedly written letters of no confidence in British PM Boris Johnson. 54 such letters will trigger a vote. Will Boris Johnson be forced to resign or will he escape the axe this time too? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Tory MPs rebel against Boris Johnson

China sent 30 warplanes into Taiwan's air defence zone ahead of a high-profile visit by US Senator Tammy Duckworth. What do these incursions reveal about China's game plan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China sends 30 warplanes into Taiwan air defence zone

Zero Covid has wrecked the Chinese economy. A report has claimed that the lockdowns were costing the country at least $46 billion in a month. Palki Sharma tells you how the Chinese economy is struggling.

Gravitas: How Zero Covid ravaged Chinese economy

Gravitas Global Headlines: Israel-UAE ink free trade deal, Canada legislation on handgun sales

Gravitas Global Headlines: Russia-Ukraine war, Monkeypox outbreak and more

Why are Football fans so violent? Clashes at the #ChampionsLeagueFinal have brought this question to the limelight. On Saturday, hundreds of football fans ran riot on the streets of Paris and clashed with cops. What explains their behaviour? Palki Sharma decodes.

Gravitas: Football Hooliganism: Clashes erupt at Champions League Final

China has suffered humiliation in the pacific. 10 island nations in the region rejected China's proposed security pact. Palki Sharma tells you how these island nations stood up to China.

Gravitas: Small Pacific Nations reject China's deal

Nepal has seen 27 air crashes in 30 years. The country has tough terrain, dated technology, and some of the narrowest landing strips in the World. Nepal's airlines also have poor safety and maintenance records. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Nepal plane crash: A chequered aviation history

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