Russian oil executive Ravil Maganov died after 'falling out from a window' according to Russian state media. He was the eighth Russian energy executive to die in mysterious circumstances this year. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Russian energy baron dies after criticising Ukraine war

India has inducted a second aircraft carrier - INS Vikrant - into its fleet. How does India's naval fleet compare to world powers? Which country has the most powerful maritime force? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Comparing India's navy to world powers

Vladimir Putin will not be attending Mikhail Gorbachev's funeral due to 'scheduling issues'. The Russian government has also denied a state funeral for the former Soviet leader. Palki Sharma decodes the politics behind Gorbachev's legacy.

Gravitas: Putin will not attend Gorbachev's funeral

With the commissioning of INS Vikrant, India has entered an elite league of the world's naval powers. Palki Sharma tells you the six things you must know about India's new warship.

Gravitas: India enters an elite club of Naval Powers

On Friday, Lufthansa cancelled over 800 flights globally, affecting the travel plans of 130,000 passengers. 2 of the flights were from New Delhi, the cancellations left 700 passengers stranded at the Delhi airport. Palki Sharma reports on the chaos that ensued.

Gravitas: Lufthansa flight cancellations trigger chaos in New Delhi

Poland has made an assessment of the financial damages caused by Nazi Germany's invasion during World War Two. According to a parliamentary committee, Poland lost over $1 trillion. The leader of Poland's ruling party wants Berlin to pay reparations. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Poland wants Germany to pay $1.3 trillion

India's suicide deaths hit an all-time high in 2021. Student suicides surged 4.5% compared to the previous year. How must India deal with this worrying trend Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India's suicide deaths at all-time high

U.S. President Joe Biden called MAGA Republicans a 'clear danger' to U.S. democracy. Biden was speaking at Philadelphia, and delivering what is being called the 'Soul of the Nation' address. But Biden spoke more about MAGA and Trump than his own vision for the nation's soul. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Biden calls MAGA Republicans a clear danger to U.S. democracy

The United States wants to 'friendshore' its investments. It plans to do business only with its 'trusted allies' or countries with 'shared values'. Is this strategy a new form of the Cold war? How could it change the world order? Palki Sharma explains on Gravitas Plus.

Gravitas Plus: Is 'friendshoring' the future of trade?

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

Gravitas Global Headlines: UN nuclear watchdog team visits Zaporizhzhia plant amid shelling

Employees around the world are not going to work on Fridays. They are trying to work from home, or not work at all. Thursdays are slowly becoming the last day of the work week.

Gravitas: Why employees are not going to work on Fridays

Thousands of British pubs fear they could be driven out of business. Soaring energy bills have broken the back of these establishments. Pub owners are now demanding urgent state support. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: British Pubs brace for mass closures

An Indian Army contingent is participating in the Vostok 2022 exercise in Russia. Chinese military is part of the drills too. The US and Japan have expressed their concern. What are New Delhi's options? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas | Vostok 2022 : India joins Russia and China

Portugal's health minister resigned after a pregnant Indian tourist died in Lisbon. The Indian woman was forced to move from one hospital to another, she suffered a cardiac arrest. How did this death lead to the minister's resignation? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Portugal's health minister resigns following the death of a pregnant Indian tourist

The European Union has cancelled a 2007 VISA agreement with Russia. Russian citizens will now have to pay more and wait longer to get VISAs from EU member states. Is Europe right in punishing civilians for Putin's war? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: EU scraps VISA agreement with Russia

Over 100 million citizens are believed to be under pandemic restrictions in China. In the name of Zero Covid, people in China are being subjected to the same level of surveillance and authoritarian excesses as Xinjiang. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Mainland China is getting the "Xinjiang Treatment"

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked PM Modi for his condolence note amid the floods in Pakistan. Reports claim Pakistan is considering proposals to import supplies from India. Palki Sharma tells you if this signals a thaw in India-Pakistan ties.

Gravitas: Pakistan PM thanks Modi for condolence note

A UN human rights report hinted at possible crimes against humanity in China's Xinjiang province. China has rejected the report as politically motivated. Palki Sharma tells you why the report is a good start, but not enough.

Gravitas: UN report confirms human rights violations in Xinjiang

Have you heard of moonlighting? It means having a second job outside your regular 9 to 5 job. During the pandemic, employees across sectors picked up side hustles. But does the Indian law even allow you to moonlight? and is it ethical? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas | The moonlighting debate: Is it legal to work two jobs in India?

India posted a GDP growth of 13.5% in the first quarter of the ongoing financial year. How does India's performance compare with other major economies? What are the challenges ahead? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India outperforms major economies

Solomon Islands has suspended all visits from foreign navies. This move comes after ships from the US and the UK were denied entry. Palki Sharma tells you how US and allies are losing ground to China in the Solomons.

Gravitas | Solomon Islands: US and allies lose ground to China

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union has passed away at the age of 91. Western leaders are mourning his demise, but the statements from Russia have been brief. Revered by the west, reviled at home, he leaves behind a divided legacy. Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas | Mikhail Gorbachev: Soviet Union's last leader dies

Riyadh recently hosted an international fashion show. It featured bold and modern cuts from local designers. Outfits that were once considered forbidden in the kingdom were on display. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Fashion show in Riyadh features bold and modern cuts

Pakistan remains in the grip of floods, the death toll has climbed to 1,162. The Pak govt says, it has incurred an estimated $10 Billion in losses. Pak leaders have gone into an overdrive, they're competing over who can generate more money. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas | Pakistan floods: Politicians compete over fund raising

Taiwan has decided to confront the military threat from China. Taiwan's National Ministry of Defence has issued a statement. It has announced it would shoot down rogue Chinese drones - if they fail to pay heed to warnings. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Taiwan will shoot down rogue Chinese drones

Russia's Gazprom halted gas supplies via the Nord Stream 1 pipeline citing repair work. How will this shutdown affect Europe's mission to save supplies gas for the winter? Is Putin winning the energy war? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Russia shuts Nord Stream 1 gas pipeline to Europe

A silent protest is underway in Beijing. Chinese citizens are demanding an end to Zero Covid. A mass testing booth was recently defaced with the message: "give me liberty or give me death". Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese citizens demand "liberty"

The UN is seeking $160 million for Pakistan after the country was devastated by floods. Government officials estimate that total losses could top $10 billion. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why the floods could be a knock-out blow for Pakistan's economy.

Gravitas: Pakistan floods affect 33 million people

Nepal has 'stalled' the recruitment of Gorkhas in the Indian Army under the Agnipath scheme. Kathmandu has apprehensions over the 4-year-term of recruits as part of the scheme. How has India responded? Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a report.

Gravitas: Nepal suspends Gorkha recruitment under Agnipath scheme

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Gravitas: Chinese citizens demand "liberty" from Zero Covid

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