More than 600,000 white flags have been planted at the National Mall as a tribute to America's COVID-19 victims. The death toll has now crossed that of the Spanish Flu in 1918. How did the world's most advanced nation succumb to a virus? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas US Edition: India v/s US: The vaccination story

At the UN, President Joe Biden declared that the US is opening an era of relentless diplomacy in Afghanistan. But, countries in South Asia are facing the consequences. Today, India seizes $2.7 billion of heroin from Afghanistan in Gujarat. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas US Edition: India seizes $2.7 billion of heroin from Afghanistan in Gujarat

Ford will be winding up operations in India after a 25-year stint. How did one of the world's largest car-makers fail in India? Did Ford under-estimate the Indian market? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ford's ignominious India exit

India is trying to determine its place in the new world order. But, if India has to play the role of an influencer on the world stage, it will have to reinvent its approach. For that, India needs to define its allies and adversaries. Palki Sharma brings you a special report from Washington DC.

Gravitas US Edition: Is India ready to define its allies and adversaries?

Russia's election day was overshadowed by a deadly shooting incident at the Perm University. A lone gunman killed at least 6 people and injured 28 others. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas US Edition: Putin's party sweeps Russia's parliamentary polls

Washington D.C. has served as the capital of the United States for more than 200 years. It has witnessed countless conflicts & revolutions. The city also features memorials of the most significant figures in history including Mahatma Gandhi. Palki Sharma brings you this ground report.

Gravitas US Edition: WION Ground Report on the story of Washington D.C.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to call for snap elections is proving to be a mistake. A surge in Wuhan virus cases has led to public anger. As Canada votes, opinion polls show Trudeau is falling short of a majority. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas US Edition: Canada votes: Trudeau's fate hangs in balance

A massive rise in Wuhan Virus deaths. Thousands of migrants amassing at the Texas border. Allies second-guessing his leadership. Joe Biden begins UNGA week as an embattled host. Can he turn it around with a good show in New York? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas US Edition: Embattled Biden set to welcome world leaders

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in America this week. Who will he meet? What's on the agenda? What can India expect? WION has the biggest team on the ground, covering all developments as they happen. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas US Edition: PM Modi's America visit: What to expect?

Pakistan's delegation is already in New York for the 76th session of UNGA. It is working overtime to win support for its anti-India propaganda. Why is Imran Khan not attending in-person? Palki Sharma gets you this report from Washington D.C.

Gravitas US Edition: Pakistan's gameplan at United Nations General Assembly

India's PM Narendra Modi delivered a hard-hitting speech at the SCO summit saying that Afghanistan is proof that radicalisation is the biggest challenge to peace. But can anything concrete come out of the SCO? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: What went down at the SCO summit?

Gravitas will be taking you to the United States for the upcoming Modi-Biden bilateral & the first-ever in-person QUAD summit. From Monday onwards, join Palki Sharma every evening at 9 PM IST & 3:30 PM GMT for live broadcasts from Washington DC & New York.

Next Week: Gravitas Live from the United States

The New Zealand cricket team has embarrassed Pakistan by abandoning their tour at the last minute. Pak's cricket fraternity is livid, Shoaib Akhtar says, 'New Zealand just killed Pakistan cricket'. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: New Zealand abandons Pak cricket tour

An independent investigation has accused IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva of boosting China's economic data during her tenure at the World Bank. Why are global agencies doing Beijing's bidding? What explains China's desperate lobbying? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: IMF chief boosted China's economic data

The White House has invited Nicki Minaj to clear her doubts about the COVID-19 vaccine. The pop star is under attack for peddling fake news about vaccine side effects. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Nicki Minaj pushes vaccine hesitancy on Twitter

Aukus has created a full-fledged international dispute. An outraged France has called off an event in Washington DC. Paris is keen to recoup billions of dollars it lost after Australia broke a submarine contract. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Aukus has created a new problem for the United States

Evergrande is China's biggest real estate player. It is on the brink of bankruptcy. Evergrande is short on cash and has liabilities worth over $300 billion. Will China export a financial crisis, after a pandemic? Palki Sharma tells you why the world needs to worry.

Gravitas:Is a global financial crisis brewing in China?

Do you have trouble remembering your passwords? Microsoft may have the solution. They are offering password-less authentication for millions of users around the world. Can biometrics & OTPs replace passwords? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: A world without passwords?

Gravitas: Is a global financial crisis brewing in China?

After history & geography, Pakistan's Prime Minister has offered a gem in anthropology. Imran Khan says that the Haqqanis are a Pashtun tribe. He has also asked world leaders to give 'incentives' to the Taliban. Palki Sharma has this to say.

Gravitas: Imran Khan wants 'incentives' for the Taliban

32 Indonesians have won a lawsuit against their President Joko Widodo. A court in Jakarta has found Widodo & 7 other govt officials guilty of negligence over air pollution. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 32 Indonesians win lawsuit against Joko Widodo

What is Aukus? The United States, The United Kingdom and Australia have announced a new security pact to counter China. The US & the UK plan to arm Australia with nuclear-powered submarines. Palki Sharma tells you all that you need to know.

Gravitas: Is the West dumping Quad for Aukus?

70% of Britons don't expect to return to their offices in a post-pandemic world. Will bosses agree to extend work from home? What are the advantages of abandoning offices? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will offices go extinct in a post-pandemic world?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has gone into self-isolation. Putin's inner circle at Kremlin has tested positive for the Wuhan Virus. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus breaches Kremlin

The TIME Magazine named Taliban leader Mullah Baradar in its Most Influential list for 2021. How does an UN-sanctioned terrorist feature on a list of influential personalities? Has TIME mixed up 'influential' and 'notorious'? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Time magazine puts Mullah Baradar on Most Influential list

Taiwan faces "severe threats" from China. It now wants to spend close to $9 billion extra for more arms. But that may not be enough to contain the tensions in the region. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Taiwan faces "severe threats" from China

Will the new US-Australia-UK alliance sideline the QUAD? Has Europe lost out in the battle for dominance in the Indo-Pacific? Palki Sharma tells you how the world reacted to AUKUS.

Gravitas: What does AUKUS mean for India?

More than 1,400 dolphins were killed in a record-breaking slaughter in the Faroe Islands. The shocking slaughter has led to outrage among locals. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: More than 1,400 dolphins killed in a record-breaking slaughter in Faroe Islands

Leaked documents from Facebook have revealed how the company's picture sharing platform Instagram is pushing teenagers towards anxiety and suicide. But the company chose to keep the internal findings hidden. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Facebook knew Instagram is toxic for teenagers

Gravitas:  Facebook knew Instagram is toxic for teenagers

Is the iPhone13 really 'revolutionary'? Are there any significant changes? Is it worth the money? If you're looking to upgrade, watch this report by Palki Sharma before taking the decision.

Gravitas: Is iPhone 13 really 'revolutionary'?

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