Lebanon-based Hezbollah has claimed to have launched an attack on the Israeli city of Tel Aviv. According to reports, several explosions rocked Tel Aviv in which one got killed and at least five people were injured. The recent attacks came in the aftermath of the recent Israeli strike on Beirut that killed Hezbollah's media chief. Watch this video to find out more.

'Fire to Fire': Hezbollah Strikes Tel Aviv in Response to Israel's Beirut Strikes | GRAVITAS

According to reports, President-elect Donald Trump is considering appointing Kash Patel to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Patel is a known loyalist of Trump. Born in New York in 1980 to Indian immigrant parents from East Africa, Kash Patel has roots in Vadodara, Gujarat. The push for Patel's appointment has come from some of Trump's longest-serving advisers. As a result, Pakistan finds itself in a complicated situation.

Donald Trump Loyalist Kash Patel to Be Named Next FBI Director? | GRAVITAS

President-elect Donald Trump picked doctor and TV personality Mehmet Oz to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services or C.M.S. He is the latest addition to his so-called 'anti-vaccine brigade'. Watch this video to find out more.

Trump Takes on Huge, Rich Vaccine Industrial Complex, Elects Anti-vaxxer Dr Oz | GRAVITAS

Russia has updated its nuclear strategy just a day after accusing U.S. President Joe Biden of risking World War III with his reversal on long-range weapons for Ukraine. The new doctrine states that any aggression from non-nuclear nations, in collaboration with a nuclear power, will be viewed as a coordinated assault on Russia. This announcement hints at a potential lowering of the threshold for the first use of nuclear weapons. Is World War III now inevitable? Is Russia gearing up for atomic escalation?

Putin Dares America With Nuclear Button After Biden's Ukraine Missile Move | GRAVITAS

For decades, the trading floor has been a man's world, but that’s rapidly changing. The glass ceiling is cracking, and women are not just entering the trading ring—they’re changing the game. While the financial sector has long been dominated by male perspectives, women are now making their mark-- they're bringing balance, insight, and a new set of skills to the fast-paced world of finance.

Women Break Barriers on the Trading Floor | GRAVITAS

Once celebrated for its economic boom and cultural influence, Japan now faces a somber reality: foreign men are flocking to Tokyo, drawn by its burgeoning sex trade.

Tokyo Sees Influx in Sex Tourism as the Economy Weakens | GRAVITAS

Elon Musk's Starlink has been generating significant buzz in India, particularly for its promise of high-speed satellite internet. However, a recent report by the Kutniti Foundation has raised concerns about the potential security implications of allowing the service in India.

Indian Think Tank Flags Security Risks Posed by Starlink | GRAVITAS

US President Joe Biden visited the Amazon rainforest on Sunday as part of his Brazil trip on Sunday ahead of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. He became the first sitting US president to ever visit the Amazon rainforest. Even as Biden's trip is being dubbed by many as quote-unquote 'historic', was it enough to secure the Amazon rainforest's future? Watch this video to find out more.

Too Little, Too Late? Behind Biden's Amazon Rainforest Visit and Climate Policy | GRAVITAS

President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Tulsi Gabbard as the chief of U.S. intelligence has caused a stir within the national security community, raising fears that the extensive intelligence apparatus may become more politicized. Trump’s appointment of Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman with limited intelligence expertise who is perceived as lenient toward Russia and Syria, is one of several key choices that indicate he might be valuing loyalty over qualifications as he puts together his team for a second term.

Russian Mole? Spy Agencies Worried by Trump's Selection of Tulsi Gabbard as Intel Tsar | GRAVITAS

Elon Musk reportedly met with Iran's Ambassador to the UN to discuss U.S.-Iran tensions, signaling a potential shift in diplomatic strategy under Trump. WION tells you more insights in this report.

Elon Musk Talks To Iran As Israel Hits 3 War Fronts | GRAVITAS

Before the UEFA Nations League match in Paris, pro-Palestine protests took place outside the stadium, with demonstrators voicing their opposition to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The protests highlighted the political tensions surrounding the event, as activists called for greater attention to the humanitarian crisis. Despite the demonstration, the match went ahead as scheduled, with heightened security measures in place to ensure public safety.

Scuffle Breaks Out During France-Israel Match in Paris | GRAVITAS

India and Pakistan may be divided by borders, but are united by 'toxic smog'. As severe pollution continues to throttle parts of North India, millions fall sick in Pakistan. According to reports, close to 2 million people have complained of respiratory troubles across Pakistan's Punjab in just a month. The situation is so grim that Pakistan has declared a health emergency. Watch this video to find out more.

Severe Pollution Throttles North India, Millions Fall Ill in Pakistan | GRAVITAS

The Indian army is gearing up for any potential intense combat in high-altitude terrains and battlefields. The army is seeking high-altitude surveillance drones and rugged all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).

Indian Army Seeks High-altitude Drones, and All-terrain Vehicles | GRAVITAS

Donald Trump has announced his new pick for the intelligence team. John Ratcliffe has now been named the CIA Director in Trump 2.0. Tulsi Gabbard has been named the new director of National Intelligence.

Trump Appoints China Hawk Ratcliffe and Gabbard to Intelligence Unit | GRAVITAS

In trump trades, the dollar's surge is a strong narrative playing out compared to broader and cross-asset performances. Besides the knee-jerk swagger of the bitcoin's rise to race past $90,000, the long-term story is betting in favour of the greenback. Amongst the dollar's g-7 peers, the euro is now projected to take a big hit. Take a look at this report to understand the big new bet by currency market analysts...

Currency Analyst's Big New Call- Euro Parity With Dollar | GRAVITAS

Narco terror has become one of the biggest challenges for the security forces in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Earlier, Pakistan used to use drones to drop narcotics from across the border, or the Line of Control (LOC), but now drug peddlers are using technology like high-end drones and encrypted apps to deliver drugs in Srinagar.

J&K: High-End Drones, Encrypted Apps Used To Deliver Drugs | GRAVITAS

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court of India ruled against what is known as 'Bulldozer Justice'. It refers to demolition of buildings as an action taken against someone accused of a crime. The SC said that demolitions should be carried out with proper legal procedures in place. Property owners now have to be given a 15-day notice and even an opportunity to defend themselves. In recent years, 'bulldozer justice' has emerged as a political tool that rendered many homeless and affected their businesses. Watch this video to find out more.

India's Top Court Bans 'bulldozer Justice' | GRAVITAS

As Russian forces continue advancing on the battlefield, reports suggest that Ukraine could be months away from developing a crude nuclear bomb as a last resort. Could Kyiv abandon its non-proliferation stance in response to Russian aggression, and how would this change the balance of power?

Ukraine Threatens to Go Nuclear as Putin Nears Victory | GRAVITAS

Israel’s military is struggling to retain its reserve forces amidst gruelling multi-front wars. With turnout in reservist units in Lebanon and Gaza reportedly slipping to between 75 and 85 percent. A stark contrast to a year ago, when participation rates reached as high as 150 percent in some IDF units.

IDF Struggles as Reservists Begin to Drop Out Amidst Wars | Gravitas

In the United Kingdom, a polarising bill has split the governing labour party and the larger population. It is a proposed law allowing terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their lives.

UK's Assisted Dying Bill Sparks Debate | GRAVITAS

In what is being hailed as a 'historic' feat, on November 12, the Indian government approved the creation of the first-ever all-women battalion within the Central Industrial Security Force or the C.I.S.F. Why is this significant and how will that add to the forces in general? Watch this video to find out more.

Indian Government Approves First All-women CISF Battalion to Protect Sensitive Sites | GRAVITAS

Amidst ongoing tensions with Israel, Iran is reportedly building a new tunnel near central Tehran. The tunnel will link a station on the Tehran metro to the Imam Khomeini Hospital allowing direct underground access, to this key medical facility.

Iran Building 'defensive Tunnel' in Tehran After Israeli Strikes | GRAVITAS

India and Russia have signed an agreement to develop specialised variants of the Pantsir Air Defense Missile-Gun System. A critical addition to India’s air defence.

India Strengthens Air Defence With Russian Pantsir Deal | GRAVITAS

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has named the world's richest man, Elon Musk, as head of the new Department of Government Efficiency in Trump's administration. He along with entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will jointly head the department that aims to "dismantle government bureaucracy."

Elon Musk's Ego Cut by 'Realistic' Donald Trump | GRAVITAS

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