A slap stole the spotlight at this year's Oscars. Actor Will Smith hit Comedian Chris Rock after the latter joked about Smith's wife. Was the assault called for? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Oscars: Will Smith slaps comedian Chris Rock

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: Taliban issue new diktat

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has opened the door for neutrality in peace talks with Russia. Meanwhile, Joe Biden statement on Putin's ouster from power has enraged the Kremlin. Palki Sharma gets you the details.

Gravitas: Zelensky opens the door for neutrality in peace talks

China has locked down Shanghai to contain a new cluster of Covid-19 cases in the bustling coastal city. How will this lockdown affect China's economy? Why is China adamant on zero-Covid? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Shanghai lockdown threatens China's economy

The war in Ukraine has triggered a rise in the sale of weapons. Estimates say military spending could go up by 50% in the Next 5 years. The U.S. is one of the few countries benefiting from this rise in demand for weapons. Which are the rest? Listen in to Palki Sharma

Gravitas: Shares of defence companies soar amidst Ukraine war

Israel hosted foreign ministers from the UAE, Egypt, Bahrain, Morocco and the US at a desert retreat in the Negev. Will the summit begin a new era in Arab-Israel relations? Is America's dominance in West Asia coming to an end? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Israel hosts 4 Arab ministers in unprecedented summit

Has Imran Khan sensed his downfall? In the last 4 weeks, he has made several remarks which betray his frustration. Palki Sharma decodes the remarks to assess the Pak PM'S state of mind.

Gravitas: 9 remarks that reveal Imran Khan's state of mind

Pakistan Prime Imran Khan has suffered a major setback ahead of the no-confidence vote. A key ally has switched sides and joined the opposition. What are the options for Imran Khan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Imran Khan loses another ally before key vote

YouTube unblocked WION after a viewer-led campaign against the platform's decision to ban the channel for 7 days. Within 12 hours of the campaign, YouTube was forced to back down. Palki Sharma thanks WION viewers for their trust and support.

Gravitas: YouTube unblocks WION after viewer-led campaign

Gravitas: Global Headlines: EU negotiators agree on law to curb big tech

Is Russian President Vladimir Putin at risk of a coup? Reports claim Putin's inner circle & top military officials are disgruntled with his war strategy. How secure is Putin's fortress? Palki Sharma decodes.

Gravitas: Is Putin at risk of a coup?

WION's YouTube channel has been blocked for 7 days after broadcasting a speech by the Russian foreign minister. The same speech was carried by the YouTube channels of multiple western media houses. What explains this open bias? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: YouTube blocks WION for 7 days

In New Delhi today, the Indian government conveyed to China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi that disengagement is a precondition for normalisation of ties. Why is Beijing making an effort to resume a dialogue with New Delhi? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Why Wang Yi came to India

After 16 months of fighting, there are finally signs of a thaw in Ethiopia's Tigray Conflict. The govt of Abiy Ahmed Ali has declared a humanitarian truce with TPLF. How did this truce come about? How long will it hold? Palki Sharma decodes.

Gravitas: Ethiopian govt declares humanitarian truce

Prince William and Kate are in the Caribbean to mark Queen Elizabeth's platinum jubilee. The visit has been criticised as a PR disaster by royal watchers in Britain. Palki Sharma tells you why the Caribbean is not buying this royal cringe.

Gravitas: A royal disaster: William and Kate in the Caribbean

Rishi Sunak is being grilled over his wife's links to Indian IT firm Infosys which still operates in Russia. How much money does Infosys make from Russia? Does Rishi Sunak benefit from this business? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Rishi Sunak grilled over alleged Russia link

In a first, microplastics have been found in human blood. 22 blood samples were studied, 17 were found 'polluted' with plastic. Experts say the microplastics likely belong to water bottles, food packaging, carry bags. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Microplastics found in human blood

A draft security treaty between China and Solomon Islands has leaked. It could pave the way for a Chinese military base in the Solomons. Australia is raising an alarm. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: A Chinese military base in the pacific?

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

25-year-old Tennis world no. 1 Ashleigh Barty's surprise retirement has shocked the world. The question so many people are asking is why youngsters are choosing to retire so early? Palki Sharma has the answer.

Gravitas: Tennis world number 1 Ashleigh Barty retires at 25

Children returning to classroom learning are reporting vision problems and difficulty reading the classroom boards. Doctors are reporting an increase in the number of children being prescribed specs. What's happening to young children? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Why are so many children reporting pink eyes and blurry vision?

Apple is being razzed over its new 'digital wallet' feature. Indian netizens say the company is 'late to the party' as the service has been available in India for the last 6 years on DigiLocker. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Apple Vs Digilocker: Netizens mock 'delayed innovation'

The OIC has backed Pakistan's call for a probe in the BrahMos misfiring incident. Its resolution states India's actions 'threatened regional peace'. New Delhi says the resolution shows the irrelevance of both OIC & Pakistan. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: BrahMos misfiring: OIC backs Pak's call for probe

India has rejected Wang Yi's comments on Kashmir at the OIC summit in Islamabad. After visiting Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Chinese minister has landed in India. Palki Sharma tells you more about Wang Yi's India mission.

Gravitas: India slams Wang Yi's Kashmir comments

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began one month ago. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky today demanded "unlimited assistance" from NATO. Once again, NATO has responded with more bluster. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: 1 month of Ukraine invasion: More bluster from NATO

India abstained from voting on a Russia-backed resolution on the war in Ukraine. What does India's third UNSC abstention say about its Ukraine policy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India refuses to back Russia's UNSC resolution

Is there less Coca-Cola in your can? Does your packet of chips seem smaller? Is your shampoo running out faster? If yes, you can blame 'shrinkflation' triggered by the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. Palki Sharma explains what 'shrinkflation' means.

Gravitas: Is there less Coca-Cola in your can?

A video from a zoo has gone viral. It shows a security guard repeatedly slapping a hippo. At first, the guard appears to be the villain of the story, but he is really at fault here? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Video of a security guard slapping a hippo goes viral

Vladimir Putin's spokesperson said that Russia would launch a nuclear strike only if its existence were threatened. Western media says a 'paranoid' Putin could escalate the conflict to force a deal. Palki Sharma decodes the mood in Moscow.

Gravitas: Will Putin launch a nuclear strike?

Sri Lanka is facing mounting challenges with its public debt. Critics say a series of missteps - mainly by the Rajapaksas - triggered the worst economic crisis in Sri Lanka's history. Palki Sharma tells you how.

Gravitas: What caused Sri Lanka's economic crisis?

Reports say three key allies have abandoned Imran Khan, leaving him more vulnerable in the upcoming no-confidence vote. After being dumped by the army, Imran Khan is hoping the courts can save him. Palki Sharma decodes Imran Khan's last-minute strategies.

Gravitas: End of the road for Imran Khan?

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