PM Narendra Modi & US President Joe Biden held their first bilateral after the war in Ukraine. The President of US did bring Ukraine up but did not drag India in. Has Washington realized New Delhi won't conform? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Decoding The Modi-Biden Bilateral

Inflation is setting new records globally. Japan is feeling the pinch too, but its record inflation is just 2%. The country's central bank is looking for higher inflation. Why? Due to a long-standing financial policy. Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: Japan's longstanding pursuit of higher inflation

QUAD has launched a satellite-based maritime surveillance system to track illegal Chinese fishing vessels. Reports say China is responsible for 95% of illegal fishing in the Indo-Pacific, it is also the worst offender in the 2021 illegal fishing index. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: QUAD launches maritime surveillance system to check China's illegal fishing

Japan is often called the 'robot capital' of the world'. From security guards to doctors to therapy experts, Robots do all kinds of odd jobs. How big is Japan's robotics industry? How does it help the country's economy? Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: Why Japan is obsessed with robots

Can robots be used for therapy? In Japan, the answer is yes. Tech-savvy Japan is harnessing robots to care for its elderly & tackle the country's loneliness epidemic. Is this a win for technology or loss for humanity? Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: How Japan uses robots for therapy

In an interview to Palki Sharma, Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe said that US President Joe Biden is sending a message to China with his statement on Taiwan. Speaking about his relationship with PM Modi, Abe says the Indian Prime Minister has the "power to make things happen".

Gravitas: Exclusive: Shinzo Abe backs strong India-Japan ties

At the QUAD Summit, leaders of Australia, Japan and the U.S. praised India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi for New Delhi's vaccine diplomacy. As the leaders met in Tokyo, China and Russia conducted a joint drill over the Sea of Japan. Palki Sharma brings you the summit's highlights.

Gravitas: Quad leaders praise India's vaccine diplomacy

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: Zelensky calls for maximum sanctions on Russia

Japan is known as the pioneer of Asian soft power. From Magna to Anime, from Pokemon to J-Pop, Japan has created a niche for itself by selling its way of life to the world. The Japanese call this phenomenon 'Cool Japan'. Palki Sharma gets you ground report.

Gravitas: Japan's pursuit of soft-power dominance

More than 70 years ago, India and Japan were technically at war. Today, the two countries are described as "natural allies". How did two war-time enemies become allies? The temples of Japan offer some clues. Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: Ground report: Why India's relationship with Japan is different

Why is Prime Minister Modi in Tokyo? What can India gain from this week's diplomatic engagements? The Indian Prime Minister's visit could be the beginning of a major strategic pivot. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Modi in Japan: What India stands to gain

PM Modi is on his 5th visit to Tokyo. He was welcomed by children waving the Tricolour. During his meeting with the Indian community in Tokyo, PM Modi spoke about India's deep ties with Japan, and New Delhi's roadmap for the future. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Highlights from PM Modi's interaction with the Indian diaspora in Tokyo

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as Australia's new Prime Minister. The 59-year-old 'working class activist' has broken the Australian Labor Party's 9-year losing streak. Who is he? What are his views? What does his election mean for India? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: The story of Anthony Albanese

The Quad has assembled in Tokyo. What kind of issues are the leaders going to deliberate on? What are the challenges they might address? What are Japan's expectations from India? Here's what Koichiro Matsumoto & Nancy Snow told Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Quad Summit: What's on the agenda?

India has slammed Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto for raking up the Kashmir issue in New York. India has said that the remarks symbolise a 'pavlovian response' aimed at misusing every forum. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: India slams Bilawal Bhutto for raising Kashmir issue

Turkey is blocking NATO's expansion. Turkey's President Recep Erdogan has said that he planning to reject Finland and Sweden's application to join the security alliance. What does Erdogan stand to gain? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Turkey blocks NATO's expansion

Gravitas Global Headlines: Racist attack at South African University

US President Joe Biden reached South Korea today - the first stop of his Asia tour. The Ukraine war has distracted America from its long-term goal of tackling China. Can Biden put his China policy back on track? What else is on agenda? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Biden begins Asia tour to reassure allies

Countries around the world are struggling with food shortages and high inflation. The United States has blamed Russia for this crisis - accusing it of using food as a weapon. How true are these claims? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Russia using food as a weapon?

China has begun building a bridge on Pangong Tso in Eastern Ladakh. India's Ministry of External Affairs has said China is constructing the bridge on "occupied territory". Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Eastern Ladakh: China building bridge on occupied territory

Australia will elect its next Prime Minister on May 21. Incumbent Scott Morrison is up against Labor leader Anthony Albanese. China is watching the election very closely. Reports say Albanese will likely be less stern on China. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Who will be Australia's next Prime Minister

Facing economic turmoil, Pakistan has decided to ban imports of luxury items. The list of banned items includes jams, crockery, kitchenware even tissue paper. What made Pakistan take such a drastic step? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: From Jams to Tissue Paper: Pak bans import of luxury items

Gravitas Global Headlines: 1,730 Ukrainian soldiers surrendered, claims Russia

Estimates say that 7 out of 10 people in the UK will be obese or overweight by 2040. At least 21 million people will be obese, which is 36% of the adult population. What is the government of Boris Johnson doing to prevent this crisis? Nothing. Palki Sharma has the details.

Gravitas: Over 42 million UK adults will be overweight by 2040

Assam is reeling under flood fury. 500,000 people have been displaced. 46,000 hectares of crop area has been destroyed & 9 people have lost their lives. Why does Assam face a deluge every year? What are the solutions? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Flood fury in Assam

Joe Biden is heading to Asia for a Pacific pivot amid the war in Europe. Biden is hoping to sell his new Indo-Pacific Economic forum as an alternative to China's BRI. What challenges await Biden in the Indo-Pacific? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Joe Biden heads to Asia: What's on the agenda?

The US government now plans to send planes to bring baby formula from overseas. The dangerous shortage is forcing parents to turn towards potentially dangerous alternatives. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: America's dangerous shortage of baby formula

An audit of Joe Biden's Twitter account has revealed that half of his followers are fake. How easy is it to get bot followers on Twitter? Why are politicians obsessed with them? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Half of Joe Biden's Twitter followers are 'fake'

A Pakistani American delegation travelled to Israel last week. The purpose of the visit was to promote "Israel-Pakistan ties". Pakistan doesn't have diplomatic ties with Israel. Is Islamabad attempting an outreach? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Is Pakistan attempting an Israel outreach?

Inflation has hit a multi-decade high in all parts of the world. From Sri Lanka to Argentina, people have hit the streets to protest the rising cost of living. Could governments have prepared better for the rising inflation? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Rising inflation sparks protests around the world

China has begun building a second bridge in Pangong Tso. Reports say the PLA wants "multiple routes" to counter the Indian forces. What does China's provocations mean for India's strategic autonomy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China begins building second bridge in Eastern Ladakh

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