Violence Continues In Afghanistan Even As The Peace Talks Continue. How Will This Impact India? WionEdit, Palki takes a look at the U.S. stance on Afghanistan and discusses the impact of the Afghan peace process on India. The Trump-administration seems to have put all its eggs in one basket. The U.S. wants to exit Afghanistan. The U.S. has courted Pakistan to ensure a safe and secure exit from Kabul. But India remains a spectator.

WION Edit: Afghan peace process: Ramifications for India

The Mysterious Disappearance Of CCD Founder VG Siddhartha The mysterious disappearance of CCD Founder and son-in-law of former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna - VG Siddhartha has sparked serious concerns. Siddhartha was last near a bridge in Mangalore on Monday evening. Palki gets all the facts related to the disappearance of Siddhartha.

Gravitas: CCD founder VG Siddhartha goes missing

Eight Weeks & Counting, The Protests In Hong Kong Continue To Escalate Further Hong Kong protests have spilled over to train tracks. Protests flooded the platforms of several train station as normal life gets thrown out of gear. Palki sums up the latest.

Gravitas: Hong Kong tensions escalate as protesters disrupt train services

India's Rajya Sabha Passes Triple Talaq Bill. The Bill Criminalises The Practice Of Triple Talaq Triple talaq bill has cleared the Rajya Sabha hurdle. The bill criminalises the practice of Triple talaq. Now the bill needs President's assent. Government says that passage of the bill is a victory of gender justice. Palki explains.

Gravitas: Triple Talaq bill clears Rajya Sabha hurdle

Global Defence Market Continues To Grow Every country is tipped to spend more on defence going forward. A recent report estimates the size of global defence market to cross $10 Billion by 2023. Palki summarises the rise and rise of global defence market and many opportunities and challenges in the sector.

Gravitas: Global Defence market: Challenges & opportunities

India Accounts For Nearly 10% Of Total Defence Imports, Now India Is Stepping Up Its Defence Exports Too It's a fact that India is one of the largest arms importers in the world. In fact, India accounts for 10% of total global arms imports. But in the last few years, India is stepping up its defence exports too. Palki charts New Delhi's push to boost defence exports and the significance of the focus on exports.

Gravitas: India's defence exports get a boost

PM Modi To Feature In Discovery Channel's Popular Show 'Man Vs Wild' PM Modi may have stolen the march on his peers. He will be featuring in Discovery Channel's popular show 'Man Vs Wild'. The trailer itself has triggered a debate on social media with several of his supporters insisting that the Indian Prime Minister has formally entered the cool leaders club! Here's a report

Gravitas: PM Modi in Man vs Wild - Has Modi joined the cool club?

India As A Defence Power: Then & Now On #WionEdit, Palki charts India's rise as a defence exporter. 20 years ago, several countries gave India a diplomatic cold shoulder after the Pokhran-II nuclear test. Now, India's stock has risen by leaps and bounds both as buyer and seller.

WION Edit: Charting India's rise as a Defence exporter

Benjamin Netanyahu Opts For Modi Magic That India's PM Modi can change electoral fortunes is well known at home. But it looks like 'Modi Magic' goes beyond India too. Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has opted for Modi's magic too as the Indian PM's image seems to be an integral part of Netanyahu's campaign

Gravitas: Star campaigner in Israel too: Modi in Netanyahu's campaign

Russia's Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny Hospitalised Over the weekend, Russia's Opposition Leader and principal opponent of President Vladimir Putin - Alexei Navalny was hospitalised. One of the doctors said it's an allergic reaction while another doctored suspected poisoning. What's worse? Navalny has been discharged against the wishes of one of the doctors. Palki explains

Gravitas: Was Putin's political rival poisoned?

The Story Of Hong Kong's Protesters Hong Kong's protesters seem to have learnt their lessons from the 2014 protests. They managed the logistics, sent out a message to the global community and used every tool at their disposal to register their opposition to the Hong Kong government. Palki tells us the remarkable story of Hong Kong's protesters

Gravitas: Hong Kong protests: How protesters sustained their opposition

As The Protests In Hong Kong Continue For The Third Month, Here's A Look At How The Protests Is Likely To Impact Xi Jinping. The Hong Kong Protests could be the Waterloo for Xi Jinping. Is this the biggest challenge in his political career? Will Hong Kong protests turn out to be the worst Xi Jinping has faced in his career? Here's a report

Gravitas: Is Hong Kong Xi Jinping's biggest political challenge yet?

Protests In Hong Kong Intensify It has been over 7 weeks. But the protests in Hong Kong is showing no signs of coming to an end. In fact, the agitation is becoming bigger and more violent. China has thrown its weight behind Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam. Palki summarises

Gravitas: Violence escalates in Hong Kong

Understanding China's Stance In Hong Kong Even As Protests Escalate On #WionEdit, Palki explains China's stance in Hong Kong and details why Beijing has not involved itself directly so far. China's stance has strong economic as well as political ramifications.

WION Edit: Why is China adopting a cautious stance on Hong Kong?

The Unique Nature Of The Protests In Hong Kong No leadership, but remarkably well organised protests. Palki tells us about the unique nature of the protests in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong: The playbook of the protesters

Science versus Faith in Hawaii. A giant telescope has been sanctioned to be constructed on top of a dormant volcano in the island. But the locals are protesting against this telescope. What's their problem with the telescope? Find out in this report.

Gravitas: Hawaii rocked by 'telescope protests'

Hong Kong's International airport becomes the epicentre of protests. Airport staff turn the airport into a protest site with placards calling to 'Free Hong Kong'. Several countries have issued travel warnings even as China tries to stifle dissent. Palki explains how people of Hong Kong is readying itself for a weekend of intense protests.

Gravitas: Hong Kong airport turns into a protest site

Imran Khan likens his U.S. visit to the 1992 World cup win. But did his visit achieve anything at all? U.S. wants Pakistan's help in Afghanistan but has not promised resumption of security aid. Even the 'pre-scripted' joint press conference ate into their meeting time. Palki tells us what Imran Khan achieved during his visit to the U.S.

Gravitas: Khan's U.S. Visit: Much a do about nothing?

Imran Khan promised the sky to the people of Pakistan a year ago. But little has been delivered so far. 12 months later, here's a look at Imran Khan's performance as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.

Gravitas: One year of Imran Khan

Is Imran Khan a success or failure as the Prime Minister of Pakistan? The economy is facing deep troubles. There is a balance of payments crisis and the country is surviving on doles from China, Saudi Arabia and IMF. On #WionEdit, Palki tells how Khan has failed to deliver as Prime Minister.

WION Edit: Imran Khan as PM: success or failure?

Rajya Sabha Passes The Controversial RTI Amendment Bill 2019 After Huge Ruckus The last few days saw some serious drama in Indian Parliament. The major bone of contention was the controversial RTI Amendment bill which the government managed to pass in Rajya Sabha today. Opposition parties, activists and even former information commissioners say that the bill will dilute RTI. Here's Palki bringing the wholistic view of the bill and the controversy surrounding it.

Gravitas: RTI Amendment bill 2019: all you need to know

After 12 Days Of Protests, Puerto Rico's Governor Announces His Resignation If ever there was a story demonstrating the power of public unity, it is this. Puerto Rico is celebrating the resignation of its Governor Ricardo Rossello. This ends the 12 days of non-stop protests which involved the common man and the celebrities in Puerto Rico. Why did protesters demand Rossello's ouster? Here's a report

Gravitas: Puerto Rico: Protesters have the last laugh

Johnson Says That Britain Will Be The Greatest Country In The World After Brexit New Prime Minister of the UK Boris Johnson takes charge, says that Britain will be the greatest country in the planet after Brexit. But there is no clarity on crucial issues like Irish backstop and the customs union. He hasn't ruled out the no-deal brexit as well. Palki summarises

Gravitas: Britain's new PM takes charge

Melting ice sheets are raising ocean levels at an alarming rate. Scientists believe that dumping artificial ice on them could contain the damage. Here’s how it will work.

Gravitas: Artificial ice to save the world?

The Sri Lankan government has urged Britain to immediately take back more than 100 containers of trash, reportedly containing human.

Gravitas: Asia - The west's dump yard?

There’s new outrage after videos surfaced showing people taking cheap shots at NYPD officers. Water and even buckets were thrown at the cops during the recent heat wave.

Gravitas: New York cops doused with water

Russia carried out what it said was its first long-range joint air patrol in the Asia Pacific region with China. It’s a mission that triggered hundreds of warning shots, according to South Korean officials, and a strong protest from Japan.

Gravitas: warplanes from four countries face off in the Korean Peninsula

China is increasing its defence spending by more than 1400%!! The latest defence White Paper makes a specific reference to India and has warnings for Hong Kong and Taiwan

Gravitas: China's growing military might

Boris Johnson, Brexit campaigner and former foreign secretary, took over as the U.K.’s prime minister. Described as a political chameleon, will he be able to deliver the divorce deal that has propelled him into office?

Gravitas: Boris Johnson: genius or joker?

Johnson’s first foray into journalism was in 1987 when he acquired a job at The Times through a family connection. He was fired shortly thereafter for making up a quote in a story about Edward II.

Gravitas: From sacked journalist to UK PM

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has told US President Donald Trump that normal ties with India would be beneficial for both the countries, asserting that a "peaceful neighbourhood" was a priority of his foreign policy, according to officials here.

Gravitas: Imran Khan wish-list for Trump

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