India is reportedly building a Naval base at Minicoy, just over 450 kms from the Maldives's capital city Male. India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is expected to travel to Minicoy in March to inaugurate INS Jatayu. What does the new base mean for India? What about the Maldives and China?

Gravitas: India builds a Naval base close to the Maldives

What was once considered impossible, has become a reality. A grand Hindu temple now stands tall in Abu Dhabi. PM Modi has inaugurated the BAPS Hindu Mandir, built on a sprawling 27-acre site in the Abu Dhabi desert. It is the first Hindu stone temple, made in the traditional temple style. Hindu temples have existed in many Muslim countries. On this episode, we take a look at some of them.

Gravitas: India's PM Modi inaugurates first Hindu mandir in Abu Dhabi | Temples in Muslim countries

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his Qatar visit after holding a bilateral meeting with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamin bin Hamad Al Thani. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across various sectors. PM Modi’s visit marks a big step toward reconciliation after diplomatic efforts ensured the release of Navy veterans who had been detained in Qatar for almost 18 months.

Gravitas: PM Modi visits Doha | Big boost to India-Qatar ties after release of Navy veterans

Just after a Chinese vessel meant for "scientific research" started sailing to the Maldives, India sent its INS Karanj submarine to Sri Lanka. India is snubbing China's attempt to snoop in the Indian Ocean region.

Gravitas: How India is countering Chinese spy ships in the Indian Ocean region

Lab-grown 'non-vegetarian' rice is being called the food of the future. Researchers say the rice could one day even serve as food relief for famine and could make food production more sustainable. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Lab-grown 'meaty' rice soon on the menu?

Penn Engineering has introduced the first Ivy League graduate course in Artificial Intelligence. This comes as the industry looks to hire employees who are skilled in AI. Should you enroll into an AI course to future-proof your career?

Gravitas: Is a course in AI the best way to future-proof your career?

Wolves living near the Chernobyl plant might have developed Cancer-resistant genes. What does this mean for the fight against cancer? Molly Gambhir gets you the complete story.

Gravitas | Findings from Chernobyl: A milestone in Cancer research

Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra is expected to end a week earlier than planned. Congress has decided to exclude most parts of Western Uttar Pradesh, where the Rashtirya Lok Dal has a strong presence, from the campaign. Is this because of the latest snub from the RLD?

Gravitas | Another snub to I.N.D.I.A bloc: Why Congress cut short Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra?

India has saved its Navy veterans from death penalty in Qatar. Seven of the eight veterans have returned home to India, the eighth is expected to be back soon. This was made possible by the personal intervention of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Gravitas: How India saved its veterans from death sentence in Qatar

In 2023, at least 11 listed Chinese companies were reportedly disclosed that their chairman had disappeared without notice. A number of Chinese business leaders have gone missing in recent years, including Alibaba boss Jack Ma.

Gravitas: China's business tycoons keep vanishing | Bao Fan, Jack Ma, and others who disappeared

Gravitas | Has the ISIS been resurrected? The terror group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a church in Istanbul. U.S. officials say the Israel-Hamas war may have given ISIS a chance to regroup.

Gravitas: Has ISIS become a threat again?

Gravitas | The U.S. continues to dominate the global arms trade. According to figures made public by the U.S. State Department, sales of American-made military equipment to foreign governments in 2023, rose 16% to a record $238 billion. This is as countries around the world replenished their stocks, to prepare for major conflicts. Watch to know more!

U.S. Arms Export Surged as Countries Replenished Their Stock in 2023

An Australian channel has apologized to a woman MP after a 'digitally altered' image of the lawmaker was used on air. What really happened? Molly Gambhir gets you the complete story

Australian Lawmaker's 'digitally altered' image used on air

Indian Navy has rescued an Iranian vessel from Somalian pirates in the high seas. Over the weekend, Indian Navy helped a British tanker that caught fire after being attacked by the Houthis. In the past too, India helped MV Lila Norfolk and MV Chem Pluto. Indian has become the saviour from terrorism and piracy on high seas.

Gravitas: Indian Navy rescues Iranian ship from Somalian pirates

A Hong Kong court has ordered China's debt-laden property giant Evergrande to liquidate. How did Evergrande become the face of China's real estate crisis? Will its downfall impact China's economy? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Will Evergrande's fall impact China's economy?

Three American soldiers have been killed in a drone strike in Jordan. At least 34 other soldiers have been injured. U.S. President Joe Biden has said that America will respond in a time of its choosing. The question is: Where will America strike next?

Where will America take revenge for the death of its commandos in Jordan?

Hermit crabs known for adorning beautiful snail shells as armour are now using plastic trash. According to a study, as many as 386 Hermit crabs were seen using plastic instead of shells. Well will we cleanse our oceans?

Gravitas: Hermit crabs are wearing our plastic waste

Chinese property agents are turning to desperate measures to make sales. One advertisement used a slogan saying "buy a house, get a wife for free". Is China's property meltdown going to get worse.

Gravitas | Chinese realtors' bizarre marketing trick: Buy a house, get a wife for free

Researchers have carried out the first successful embryo transfers in southern White Rhinos. Can the same process save the northern White Rhinos from the brink of extinction? Molly gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: First successful embryo transfers in southern White Rhinos

Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sounded the poll bugle for his party BJP. In Bulandshahr, a small city in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, India's opposition is in a state of disarray. It begs the question: Is India's general election over before it has even begun?

Gravitas: PM Modi sounds poll bugle from Bulandshahr as Opposition bloc I.N.D.I.A falls apart

The crown prince's latest decision will surprise many and shock conservatives in the country. Saudi Arabia is set to open its first alcohol shop. How will this store work? What are the restrictions?

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia to open its first liquor store

In today's world where hustle culture and overworking is glorified, researchers have found that slowing down at work has many benefits. So, should bosses ask their employees to slow down more often?

Gravitas: Why bosses should tell employees to slow down sometimes

French President Emmanuel Macron is in India to be the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations. What's on Macron's agenda for this visit? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas | Trade, defence & business: Decoding the agenda of Macron's India visit

Netizens are furious after 'Barbie' actress Margot Robbie, Director Greta Gerwig were snubbed from Oscar nominations. Meanwhile, Ryan Gosling was nominated for 'Best supporting actor.' Reacting to the nomination news, fans pointed out how this reflects ‘patriarchy in the real world.'

Gravitas: 'Barbie' Oscars nomination snub for Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig spark outrage

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