Here's All You Need To Know About Xi Jinping's Visit To North Korea

Gravitas: Xi Jinping's Two-Day visit to North Korea : What to expect?

Tensions Escalate In The Gulf As Iran Shoots Down U.S. Drone. Here's What Happened?

Gravitas: Iran shoots down U.S drone as tensions intensify in the gulf

After The Attacks On Oil Tankers In The Region, Iran Has Now Brought Down A U.S. Drone. Here Are The Possible Scenarios That Could Play Out In The Immediate Future

Gravitas: U.S.-Iran tensions: What Next?

Pakistan's Army Chief Is Part Of The National Development Council That Will Decide Policy Imran Khan makes Pakistan's Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa a member of National Development Council (NDC). This council will take policy decisions. What's the army doing in a policy council? Is Pakistan blatantly involving the army in everything? Is Pakistan a pseudo-democracy run by military heads? Palki summarises the development

Gravitas: Pak military to dictate economic policy?

Should Information On The Health Of Leaders Be Kept A Secret? German Chancellor Angela Merkel was recently seen trembling in public. Merkel says that it was just a case of dehydration, but the incident made the headlines nevertheless. So should information on the health of leaders be kept a secret? Here's a report on the issue.

Gravitas: Is secrecy around world leaders' health justified?

U.S. President Trump Launches Re-election Bid, His Theme Is To Keep America Great Four years ago, Trump's theme was 'Make America Great Again'. Now it is to 'Keep America Great'. Trump launches re-election bid, slams media and Mueller and boasts about his 'tough' stance on Russia. Here's a report

Gravitas: Trump launches re-election bid from Florida

Is The U.S. Trying To Arm-Twist India Against Huawei? U.S. sends letter to India's Ministry of External Affairs. The letter warns that punitive action will be taken on those supplying American equipment to Huawei. Is the U.S. forcing India to act against Huawei? And what should India do? Palki explains the development

Gravitas: US tries to arm-twist India over Huawei

No Amount Of Controversies Seems To Be Able To Affect The Business Of Boeing Two crashes, 346 deaths later, there are still takers for Boeing. British Airways' wants to buy 200 737 Max jets. In fact, this will be one of the most lucrative deals ever for Boeing. The company seems to be able to ward off any controversy, however big it is. Here's a report

Gravitas: British Airways' owner to buy 737 Max

Imran Khan Promised Naya Pakistan During The Elections. Now After 11 Months As PM, Pakistan Is Going Through A Period Of Economic Crisis & Absolute Chaos Here's a brief look at the 11 chaotic months for Pakistan under the rule of Imran Khan

Gravitas: 11 months of chaos: A look at Imran Khan's tenure

U.S. Releases More Images Of Attacks On Oil Tankers, Piles The Pressure On Iran U.S. says Iran is behind the attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and releases videos as proof. Iran denies the allegations and says it is not ready to wage a war with any country. The situation is getting tense with Trump deciding to increase the troops in the region. Russia and China meanwhile criticise the U.S. So what's brewing in the region. Here's a report

Gravitas: US piles pressure on Iran: Russia, China caution US

U.S. Sanctions Plunged Iran Into Economic Crises U.S. sanctions have hurt Iran's economy hard. Inflation rate is at an all-time high. Iran's oil exports have halved. The economy shrunk by 4%. European Union's efforts to bypass these sanctions have failed spectacularly. Did Iran have any choice other than to retaliate? Has Iran been pushed to the wall by the U.S.? Here's a report

Gravitas: Has Iran been pushed to the wall by the US?

Paris Air Show: State-Of-The-Art Aircraft On Display The 53rd International Paris air show began on Monday. Le Bourget Airport witnessed some fine aeronautic action. This air show is a main battleground for Boeing & Airbus. Major aircraft sales contracts are signed during the show. Here's a report on the highlights from the 53rd International Paris Air Show

Gravitas: 53rd international Paris air show

FIFA's Decision To Host WC2022 In Qatar Being Probed, Michael Platini Has Been Arrested In France Football legend and Former UEFA President Michael Platini has been arrested in France. The arrest is related to FIFA's decision to host the World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Platini is facing allegations of cronyism, corruption and favoritism. But the buck doesn't just stop with Platini. So who else is involved? How big is the arrest of Platini? Palki explains

Gravitas: Former UEFA Prez & Football legend Michael Platini arrested

Two Powerful Earthquakes Rock China's Southwestern Sichuan Province Social line: China's Sichuan province has been rocked by two powerful earthquakes. 12 people have been reported dead & hundreds injured. Over ten thousand buildings have been affected, roads have been closed. Here's a detailed report on the earthquakes in China.

Gravitas: Two quakes hit China in 30 minutes

Boost For Made-In-Weapons As Exports Soar. Rise in defence exports is a proof to India's efforts to become a major defence exporter. In fact, India's defence exports have doubled to nearly Rs. 11,000 cr. What led to the surge in export figures? Who are India's biggest customers? Palki explains

Gravitas: India's defence exports double to Rs 11,000 crore in a year

A political heavyweight in Egyptian politics, Mohamed Morsi, the former president, died after a court appearance in Cairo under mysterious circumstances. Morsi was Egypt's first democratically elected president. Here's a quick look at the rise and fall of Mohamed Morsi in Egypt's politics.

Gravitas: The rise and fall of Mohamed Morsi

Tensions Between The U.S. & Iran Intensify As Peace & Stability In West Asia Comes Under Threat Tensions intensify in West Asia. Iran says that it will breach the limit on its stockpile of nuclear fuel. Iran will enrich more uranium than the allowed limit under the nuclear deal. U.S. blames Iran for the attacks on two oil tankers and vows to send 1000 more soldiers to West Asia. Is West Asia on the brink of a conflict again? Palki explains.

Gravitas: A major crisis in West Asia: Iran threatens to breach nuke deal

Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei Breaks His Silence On U.S. Ban We did not expect U.S. sanctions to be this serious. We had prepared like an old airplane but did not protect necessary components and so, our revenue will fall by $100 Billion this year, says Huawei's founder and CEO Ren Zhengfei. Palki interprets the comments

Gravitas: Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei on US sanctions, revenue loss

Protesters End Occupation Of Highway Outside Parliament But Demands For Carrie Lam's Resignation Intensify In Hong Kong Protests intensify in Hong Kong. Protesters display remarkable discipline. They even forced the withdrawal of the controversial extradition bill, but that has not stalled demands for the resignation of Carrie Lam. Here's Palki summing up the remarkable resilience of the protesters in Hong Kong

Gravitas: Hong Kong protests intensify: 2 million people take to the streets

Events Of Civil Unrest Have Led To Change Globally. Hong Kong protests demonstrate the power of the people. Here's a list of instances where citizens have forced a government to backtrack its steps by mobilising in pursuit of their demands

Gravitas: The true power of democracy

In a democracy, the state and the people are equal before the rule of law. Israel lived up to this idea over the weekend. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara Netanyahu was convicted for graft. What's the case about? What does the conviction of Sara Netanyahu mean for democracy in Israel? Palki explains.

Gravitas: Sara Netanyahu convicted for graft

China Has Publicly Backed Down After 8 Days Of Mass Protests Against Extradition Bill In Hong Kong China hardly ever buckles under negative scrunity. In fact, the communist regime rolled military tanks over its own people in Tiananmen Square three decades ago. So what happened in Hong Kong? Why did Beijing relent after just 8 days of mass protests against extradition bill? Palki with a detailed explanation

Gravitas: Hong Kong protests - why China relented?

West Asia Is On The Edge. US-Iran Tensions Soar After The Explosion Of 2 Oil Tankers In The Gulf Of Oman. Explosion In 2 More Oil Tankers In The Gulf Of Oman. US Blames Iran As Tensions Soar. Iran Hits Back At The US, Says Iran Is Being Blamed Without A Shred Of Factual Evidence.

Gravitas: US Blames Iran For Thursday's Attacks

Hormuz Strait Is Crucial For Oil Trade. And Two More Tankers Have Been Attacked.The Ongoing Tensions Between The US And Iran Have Been Brewing For A While. Here's A Report

Gravitas: US-Iran Crisis Brewing For A While

Here's What India Achieved In The SCO Summit At Bishkek. So Photo-Ops Aside, What Did India Achieve At The SCO Summit? What Are The Major Talking Points?

Gravitas: What Did India Achieve At The SCO Summit?

It Was An Action-Packed Day For PM Modi In The SCO Summit At Bishkek. From Calling For Co-Ordinated Action On Terrorism To Enhancing India'S Ties With Central Asian Countries, It Was An Action-Packed Day For PM Modi.

Gravitas: Modi In SCO Summit: Highlights From Day 2

Imran Khan Blames Islamophobia For Pakistan's Isolation. Imran Khan Blames Islamophobia For Pakistan's Isolation And Promotes Tourism At The SCO Summit? Did Imran Khan 'Deliberately' Forget Pakistan's Dodgy Record On Terrorism? And Why Is Diverting The Attention From Terrorism? Is Naya Pakistan Full Of Same Old Lies?

Gravitas: Naya Pakistan, Same Old Lies

India, Kyrgyzstan Sign 15 Agreement At SCO Summit. Ceremonial Welcome At Kyrgyzstan's Presidential Palace, 15 Agreements, Key Mous, Modi's Day At Bishkek Goes Perfectly To Plan.

Gravitas: India, Kyrgyzstan Hold Delegation Level Talks

Bishkek Declaration Urges International Community To Strengthen Global Efforts Against Terrorism. SCO Members Sign A Joint Declaration To Fight Terrorism Through A Bishkek Declaration?

Gravitas: What Is The Bishkek Declaration?

Violence Erupts In Hong Kong: China Backs The Hong Kong Government, Calls Protests 'Riots'. After Government's Decision To Pass The Controversial Extradition Bill, Hong Kong Is Facing Persistent Protests And Violence. A Million Protesters Are On The Roads. But China Backs The Hong Kong Government, Arrests Workers Of The Popular Messaging App Telegram. What's The Situation On The Ground In Hong Kong? And What's The Reason For China's Stance?

Gravitas: Violence erupts in Hong Kong again: Protests put China on the defensive

PM Modi Is Expected To Meet Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani On The Sidelines Of The SCO Summit. Here's How The Relationship Stands. India's Former Ambassador To Afghanistan Speaks On India-Afghanistan Ties Ahead Of Modi's Meeting With Ashraf Ghani.

Gravitas: SCO Summit: PM to meet Afghan President

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