Scientists in Israel claim they have managed to extend the life of mice by 23%. They now hope to replicate their study within humans. If it's successful, this could extend the average human life expectancy to 120 years.

Gravitas: Israeli scientists extend life of Mice by 23%, say method may work on humans

India's largest dairy organisation, Amul, has called for a ban on PETA . It comes days after the NGO wrote to Amul asking the latter to switch to producing vegan milk.

Gravitas: Amul calls for a ban on PETA

Zee News, one of India's premium Hindi news channels, and WION, the global news and views channel from the Zee Group, have expanded their footprint by integrating their news service into Google Assistant. Over 1 billion mobile and hand-held devices across the world have Google Assistant, which gives unprecedented reach to both the news channels.

Zee News commands a massive and loyal following, especially in the Hindi-speaking regions of the country, while WION is a niche platform for the English speaking audience. With the presence of Zee News and WION on the Google Assistant, the news seeker gets one more opportunity&nbsp;to find about the latest happenings in India and other parts of the world.

For over 25 years, Zee News has been tracking all the twists and turns which India has witnessed. The channel has been unparalleled in its coverage of the colourful Indian elections. Hindi speakers can now access content on Zee News by simply asking their Google Assistant "Zee News ki khabarein sunao".

All the top bulletins, special features and shows of Zee News including Deshhit, Taal Thok Ke and the iconic DNA with Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary will be available through this integration with the Google Assistant.

Similarly, saying "Play news from WION" will play news reports from WION. The news bulletins along with premium shows like Gravitas, Tech it out, Pitstop and Traveller can also be accessed by simply asking your Google Assistant. While WION has been available on the TV since August 2016, we are happy to extend it to users of the Google Assistant.

Moreover, just by asking questions about their favourite shows, the user will be directed to the same and can enjoy the offering according to their schedule and comfort.

With this one more additional step closer to audiences, Zee Group's CEO, Digital Publishing, Rohit Chadda said, “Being one of the largest news networks, our constant endeavour is to maximise the reach of our content. Recent studies suggest that 60 per cent of all smartphone users have tried voice search at least once in the past 12 months. Additionally, the global voice-based smart speaker market is poised to be worth $30 billion by 2024. Given the growth of voice as a medium of content search and consumption, we plan to focus strongly on this new medium to ensure we emerge the leader in the space.”

About Zee Digital

Zee Digital comprises digital publishing and OTT business of the group. The digital publishing business includes websites/apps for 20 brands across 12 languages in various genres like news, entertainment, technology, cricket, health and lifestyle and consists of flagship brands like ZeeNews.com, WIONews.com, DNAIndia.com, ZeeBusiness.in, India.com, Bollywoodlife.com, BGR.in, TheHealthsite.com, CricketCountry.com etc.

The OTT business, Zee5, is one of the leading online video streaming platforms offering an exhaustive array of content to its users with 90+ live TV channels and 1.25 lac+ hours of viewing across multiple languages.

Zee News, one of India's premium Hindi news channels, and WION, the global news and views channel from the Zee Group, have expanded their footprint by integrating their news service into Google Assistant.

Zee News, one of India's premium Hindi news channels, and WION, the global news and views channel from the Zee Group, have expanded their footprint by integrating their news service into Google Assistant. Over 1 billion mobile and hand-held devices across the world have Google Assistant, which gives unprecedented reach to both the news channels. Zee News commands a massive and loyal following, especially in the Hindi-speaking regions of the country, while WION is a niche platform for the English speaking audience. With the presence of Zee News and WION on the Google Assistant, the news seeker gets one more opportunity to find about the latest happenings in India and other parts of the world. For over 25 years, Zee News has been tracking all the twists and turns which India has witnessed. The channel has been unparalleled in its coverage of the colourful Indian elections. Hindi speakers can now access content on Zee News by simply asking their Google Assistant "Zee News ki khabarein sunao". All the top bulletins, special features and shows of Zee News including Deshhit, Taal Thok Ke and the iconic DNA with Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary will be available through this integration with the Google Assistant. Similarly, saying "Play news from WION" will play news reports from WION. The news bulletins along with premium shows like Gravitas, Tech it out, Pitstop and Traveller can also be accessed by simply asking your Google Assistant. While WION has been available on the TV since August 2016, we are happy to extend it to users of the Google Assistant. Moreover, just by asking questions about their favourite shows, the user will be directed to the same and can enjoy the offering according to their schedule and comfort. With this one more additional step closer to audiences, Zee Group's CEO, Digital Publishing, Rohit Chadda said, “Being one of the largest news networks, our constant endeavour is to maximise the reach of our content. Recent studies suggest that 60 per cent of all smartphone users have tried voice search at least once in the past 12 months. Additionally, the global voice-based smart speaker market is poised to be worth $30 billion by 2024. Given the growth of voice as a medium of content search and consumption, we plan to focus strongly on this new medium to ensure we emerge the leader in the space.” About Zee Digital Zee Digital comprises digital publishing and OTT business of the group. The digital publishing business includes websites/apps for 20 brands across 12 languages in various genres like news, entertainment, technology, cricket, health and lifestyle and consists of flagship brands like ZeeNews.com, WIONews.com, DNAIndia.com, ZeeBusiness.in, India.com, Bollywoodlife.com, BGR.in, TheHealthsite.com, CricketCountry.com etc. The OTT business, Zee5, is one of the leading online video streaming platforms offering an exhaustive array of content to its users with 90+ live TV channels and 1.25 lac+ hours of viewing across multiple languages.

Zee News, WION now on Google Assistant

Newly released e-mails of Dr Antony Fauci have revealed how the U.S botched up its pandemic response in the early months of 2020. From unscientific advice to mixed messages, the Trump-Fauci show was a trainwreck.

Gravitas: Fauci's e-mails reveal U.S pandemic mess

The Asian Flu in 1956. H5N1 Bird Flu in 1997. The SARS epidemic in 2002. And now, The Wuhan Virus in 2019. Why is China a hotspot for new diseases?

Gravitas: Why is China a hotspot for new diseases?

Google says India's IT Rules don't apply to its 'search engine' since its not a 'social media intermediary'. E.U. says Google is not a search engine. Google-owned platforms mediate online activity.

Gravitas:  'Google Search' won't comply with India's IT rules

Do you know what day is it? It's the Global day of Parents. WION's Palki has a message for you.

Gravitas: Global day of parents

Canada's 'cultural genocide' has been unearthed. The remains of 215 indigenous children have been found buried inside a former catholic school in British Columbia. Justin Trudeau has expressed 'remorse'. But will that be enough?

Gravitas: Canada's 'cultural genocide' unearthed

A leaked internal document from Nestle has revealed that many of its food and beverage products are unhealthy. The document says some food items sold by the Maggi, KitKat and Nescafe-maker will never be healthy.

Gravitas: Nestle's long-list of unhealthy food products

CONMEBOL has tapped Brazil to host the 2021 Copa America, inviting criticism from the Brazilian public. Why can't organisers cancel big-ticket events to protect fans and players from the virus?

Gravitas: Copa America shrugs off pandemic fears

Saudi Arabia has restricted the volume of loudspeakers at mosque. The move has been met with both applause & resentment. But what led to this decision?

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia restricts loudspeakers at mosques

A day on, Twitter has still not explained why it filtered a conversation on Abortion. In an interview to WION's Palki, academician Vivek Wadhwa explains why social media platforms are behaving like British colonial masters.

Gravitas: Why did Twitter restrict a conversation on abortion?

A man in China has become the first person to be infected by a new strain of Bird Flu. But, it is not the first time that China has reported a Bird Flu outbreak. WION's Palki tells you why Bird Flu has the potential to become a pandemic.

Gravitas:  A new kind of bird flu in China

Mealworms are being billed as a sustainable alternative to a poultry-based diet. Can the world push past the mental barrier of eating insects and worms? What's wrong with our current diet?

Gravitas: Mealworm smoothies & cricket pasta on the menu

A third wave in India could hit children hard. In fact, children are already getting infected in large numbers during the second wave. In a district of Maharashtra, more than 9,900 children tested positive.

Gravitas: The virus reaches India's children

China has permitted couples to have three children amid falling birth rates that threaten China's economic and military growth. But Chinese couples aren't thinking about a second child, let alone a third one.

Gravitas: China permits three children per couple

A new study claims that the virus was "manipulated" in a lab. While British spies are saying that the possibility of a lab leak is "feasible". WION's Palki tells you how a hunt for the origins of the Wuhan virus has intensified.

Gravitas: Covid-19 Origins: Was the virus "manipulated" in a lab?

Is the end of Netanyahu era here? Israel's Prime Minister could soon be forced to step down. Oppn parties led by Naftali Bennett are looking to form a 'diverse' coalition. What triggered this political churn?

Gravitas: Israel's PM to step down?

The Danish Public Broadcaster has reported that Denmark's secret service helped the US spy on Angela Merkel and top European leaders. This revelation could create fresh troubles for US President Joe Biden.

Gravitas: Did Denmark help the US spy on Angela Merkel?

Twitter claims to be the champion of free speech. What it actually does is restricts free speech. Twitted branded Gravitas Plus on abortion as 'sensitive content'. It restricted access to quote tweets, tweet activity. WION's Palki calls out #ManipulatedSocialMedia.

Gravitas: Twitter is blocking free speech, controlling conversations

The month of June could bring good news for India. New infections are falling, and India's vaccine rollout is getting a booster shot. In June, India will have nearly 120 million doses to use.

Gravitas: India's vaccine rollout gets a booster shot

Australia has moved the WTO over China's politically-charged trade war. Canberra's first appeal was blocked by the Chinese. Will the second effort be successful? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Australia moves WTO over China's tariff war

Nepal has got a diplomatic mission in China's Chengdu - a city where India was promised a consulate. Is this China's message to India? Is this China wooing Nepal? Or Both? Palki Sharma has the answer.

Gravitas: Nepal gets a consulate in Chengdu, China

India decided to abstain from a UNHRC vote initiating an inquiry into possible war crimes by Israel. It is the latest in a series of abstentions by New Delhi. Palki Sharma tells you why sitting on the fence is never a good idea.

Gravitas: India skips UNHRC vote on Israel war probe

Why is Dr. S Jaishankar in America? Who all is the foreign minister meeting? What is being discussed? Palki Sharma tells you about the significance of the visit.

Gravitas: Why is Dr. Jaishankar in America?

India has reported its lowest daily rise in new cases in 44 days. For the second time, India recorded less than 200,000 infections. Palki Sharma decodes the numbers.

Gravitas: India reports its lowest daily cases in weeks

Will you accept a robot for a President? People in 30 countries - including China, US, and UK want to replace lawmakers with Artificial Intelligence. What does this tell us about our future? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas | Study: People want to replace lawmakers with A.I.

3 Top Tech CEOs of China have stepped down from their positions well before their prime. One of them prefers "daydreaming", instead of running his own company. Are these entrepreneurs leaving the spotlight due to Beijing's crackdown? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Why are top Chinese Tech CEOs stepping down?

Sri Lankan authorities doused a burning cargo ship after 6 days of fire-fighting. A complaint has been lodged against the captain for sailing on, despite knowing about a leak onboard. Palki Sharma gets you the story.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka douses cargo ship after 6 days

Why is Pakistan building a new base near Afghanistan? Is it for American troops? The US wants to retain some assets in Afghanistan's neighbourhood. Will Pakistan host American soldiers? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Will American soldiers watch Afghanistan from Pakistan?

In an embarrassing U-turn, Facebook has decided to not censor posts on the Lab Leak Theory. In October 2020, the platform censored WION for interviewing Dr. Li-Meng YAN on the theory. Palki Sharma asks: Will Facebook apologise?

Gravitas: Facebook won't censor 'lab leak' theory posts

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