What does the U.S. naval operation in India's exclusive economic zone mean for the Quad partnership? Will a rift in the Indo-Pacific alliance hand the advantage to China?'

Gravitas: Why is the U.S. antagonising India?

With more than 1.31 Lakh cases today, India's Wuhan virus cases touched a new daily high. While Brazil recorded more than 4,000 deaths in 24 hours.

Gravitas: India and Brazil: The new Covid Hotspots

The U.S. conducted patrols in Indian waters without New Delhi's consent. The U.S. navy said its operation was aimed at upholding International law. Turns out, Washington never ratified that particular law.

Gravitas: U.S. patrol off Lakshadweep: What International law says

Two Presidents went to Turkey on an official visit, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offered a chair only to the man. European Commission Chief Ursula Von der Leyen was left with no place to sit. What happened next? WION's Palki brings you the details of Turkey's diplomatic faux pas.

Gravitas: Turkey's diplomatic faux pas

Russia is building a new weapon that could trigger "Radioactive Tsunamis". But, that's not the only deadly weapon that the Russian state is working on. WION's Palki tells you more about Russia's futuristic weapons.

Gravitas: Russia's new weapon can unleash 'Radioactive Tsunamis'

Wuhan virus variants are driving global infections. World's leading countries are fighting over vaccines doses, while more than 500,000 people on average are testing positive everyday around the world. Who is the winner in this chaos? China.

Gravitas | The Global Pandemic Botch-Up: A win for China

Who should be given vaccines first? Prioritising the elderly and health workers may not have helped. Younger people with co-morbidities are still at risk, and now children are being hit by the second wave.

Gravitas: Time to rethink vaccination models?

Myanmar's Ambassador to Britain was fired and locked out of his embassy after his comments against the military coup. London reluctantly admitted the junta's decision to strip the envoy of his title. WION's Palki tells you the story of Myanmar's embassy coup.

Gravitas: Myanmar's UK envoy locked out of embassy

As countries chart their own path to limit the use of AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine, WION's Palki asks: are governments are succumbing to public hysteria? Are alternatives like Pfizer and Moderna side-effect-free?

Gravitas: What are the side effects of Pfizer & Moderna?

Apple has agreed to pay $3.4 million to settle a lawsuit in Chile accusing the company of slowing down its devices. Building products to fail has become a company policy to spur purchases across industries. WION's Palki decodes the rise of Planned Obsolescence

Gravitas: Apple admits to slowing iPhones, fined $3.4 million

Northern Ireland has witnessed its worst rioting in years. The Police were targeted with stones and petrol bombs. Children as young as 12 were involved in the clashes. What triggered the rioting?

Gravitas: Police attacked with petrol bombs in Northern Ireland

Palau's President has said that he does not take calls from Chinese officials. The leader of this tiny nation of 21,000 people has shown the way in tackling Beijing. WION's Palki tells you why Palau's spirit must be championed worldwide.

Gravitas: Tiny Pacific island stands up to China

After a stop in India, Sergey Lavrov paid a visit to Islamabad. Russia is now ready to supply vaccines and special military equipment to Pakistan. Why is Moscow deepening its ties with Islamabad?

Gravitas: Is Russia Betting on Pakistan for Afghan Peace Deal?

AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine has been linked to rare blood clots in the brain. At least 62 such cases have been reported so far. Are vaccine side-effects normal? Should you take the AstraZeneca jab?

Gravitas: AstraZeneca and the blood clot controversy

China is trying to hide a genocide with a musical. A trailer of a state-backed musical shows Uighurs singing, dancing, celebrating, and falling in love on camera.

Gravitas: How China is trying to win the narrative war on Xinjiang

Will the United States boycott the Beijing Olympics? The US State Department has hinted that Washington could discuss a joint withdrawal with allies. What are the possibilities?

Gravitas: Beijing Winter Games: The US mulls joint boycott with allies

A Sri Lankan beauty pageant descended into chaos after the winner was stripped off her crown in an unceremonious fashion. After 2 days of deliberation, the winner has been reinstated following clarification on her marital status. WION's Palki gets you a report on the Lankan pageant coup.

Gravitas: Mrs Sri Lanka crowned, de-crowned & re-crowned

China has weaponised Wuhan virus vaccines. Reports say Beijing enticed Paraguay into severing ties with Taiwan in exchange for millions of doses of Chinese Vaccines. Guess who came to Paraguay's rescue? India.

Gravitas: How India helped Paraguay get life-saving vaccines

The war over Africa's biggest dam is escalating. The latest round of talks between Eygpt, Ethiopia and Sudan over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam has failed. Now, the dispute could reach the doorstep of the UN Security Council.

Gravitas: Nile Dam talks fail, again

Starting Ramadan, Saudi Arabia will only allow 'immunised' pilgrims to enter the Grand Mosque of Mecca. Will the rule also apply to the annual Hajj Pilgrimage? Will countries now push for vaccine passports?

Gravitas | Mecca: Only vaccine pilgrims allowed

Private tuitions is one of the most profitable businesses in India. With 1 out of 4 Indian students taking private coaching - Indian parents are forced to bear the cost of school fees and exorbitant coaching costs.

Gravitas: What Byju's acquisition of Aakash tells us

China and the United States have sent their warships into the disputed waters of the South China Sea. This comes amid growing tensions between the Philippines & China at Whitsun Reef. WION's Palki tells you how these deployments raise the risk of a military conflict.

Gravitas | South China Sea: China and US send warships into disputed waters

As the video of a dog snatching a reporter's mic goes viral, WION's Palki gets you some of the funniest news bloopers of all time.

Gravitas: Reporting Bloopers: Hall Of Fame

Top European leaders held talks with Turkey's President Erdogan. Despite strong words on rights abuses, the EU has failed to bring sanctions on Turkey. Has Europe sacrificed human rights over peace?

Gravitas: Erdogan hosts EU leaders, signals thaw

The U.S. has run out of ketchup amid supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic. Heinz - the company that controls 70% of the market - is looking to expand output to avert a ketchup armageddon.

Gravitas: America is running out of ketchup

The Wuhan virus is now targeting the youth. In Europe, Brazil and India - younger people are catching the newer variants. For some, the consequences are deadly. Can mass vaccination bring this surge under control?

Gravitas | Covid-19: The virus is now targeting the youth

3 months, multiple foreign delegations. India has turned into the favourite destination for world leaders - as New Delhi emerges as a major power centre in the post-pandemic world. How will the Indian government navigate this summer of diplomacy?

Gravitas: World leaders make a beeline for India

Russia or America? As the Washington-Moscow acrimony enters a new phase, India is walking a diplomatic tightrope. Which way will New Delhi tilt if it has to make a choice?

Gravitas: India walks a diplomatic tightrope

Despite the pandemic, World Leaders are actively engaging with India. Top diplomats of two arch-rivals - The US & Russia were in New Delhi today. Sergey Lavrov and John Kerry came to India on different missions. But, their paths did cross.

Gravitas: India hosts two high profile leaders in New Delhi

A 'golden procession' of Mummies was held in Egypt. At least 22 mummies have been relocated. Where, Why & What for? Watch this report by WION's Palki.

Gravitas: Why is Egypt relocating Mummies?

India has recorded more than 1,00,000 new cases of the Wuhan virus today. The deadly second wave is sweeping through South Asia. What can the region do to curb the surge?

Gravitas: Covid-19 Pandemic: A grim milestone for India

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