Kenya's top polling authority declared vice-president William Ruto as the winner after a closely fought election. The results split public opinion with opposition supporters taking to the streets all over the country. What explains this backlash? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Kenya election results trigger protests

Russian President Vladimir Putin promised to arm Russia's allies amid reports of military setbacks in Ukraine. How important is the global defence market for Russia? Can shipments continue amid the war in Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin promises to arm Russia's allies

Why did China step up military pressure on Taiwan? The Communist Party faces growing challenges at home. Is military action near Taiwan a smokescreen to hide mistakes? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Why Chinese Military is threatening Taiwan

Russia alleged sabotage after two separate explosions were reported in the occupied peninsula of Crimea. Is this part of Ukraine's southern counter-offensive? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: More explosions reported in Crimea, Russia alleges sabotage

Pakistan marked Independence day on August 14 amid a spiraling financial crisis. In 75 years, the country has failed to live up to its founding vision of creating a modern Islamic state. Palki Sharma tells you what went wrong with Pakistan.

Gravitas: Pakistan marks Independence day amid financial crisis

Iran has denied any links with the 24-year-old man who attacked Salman Rushdie in New York. But reports claim the attacker was a sympathiser of the Iran revolutionary guards. Palki Sharma traces the conflict between Iran and Rushdie.

Gravitas: Salman Rushdie's attacker linked to Iran guards?

August 15 also marks the return of Taliban in Afghanistan. It was on this day in 2021, when the Taliban seized control of Kabul. A year since that dramatic day, how have things changed in Afghanistan? Watch this report by Palki Sharma to find out.

Gravitas: 1 year of Taliban rule in Afghanistan

In his 9th Independence Day speech, PM Modi laid out a roadmap for India's future. At 75, which direction will India choose for itself? How will it achieve the ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas:  PM Modi sets goals for the next 25 years

UN peacekeepers in DRC fathered & abandoned countless children. In testimonies given to investigators, Congolese women recalled being raped by UN troops & getting impregnated at a young age. UN soldiers also reportedly indulged in sex trafficking. Palki Sharma reports

Gravitas: UN peacekeepers fathered children in DRC

A delegation of US lawmakers paid a visit to Taiwan. Beijing has responded with a dire threat. China's Defence Ministry has said that the PLA continues to "train and prepare for war". Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China threatens war after visit by US lawmakers

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: Moscow-Pyongyang ties | Russia-Ukraine war

India has confirmed holding talks with NATO officials late in 2019. Chinese state media criticised the talks saying NATO would trigger tensions and divisions in Asia. Palki Sharma tells you how India must deal with the alliance.

Gravitas: India held talks with NATO in 2019

A new study has found that the Arctic is warming up four times faster than the rest of the Earth. What explains this rapid pace of climate change? How does it affect you? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: The Arctic is warming 4 times faster than rest of Earth

A 'whites-only' town in South Africa is making headlines. Black people cannot live & work in this town, every job is reserved for white people. The residents of the town insist their actions are not racist. Palki Sharma brings you the story of Orania..

Gravitas | Orania: A 'whites-only' town in South Africa

Britain's energy bill in 2023 is expected to top $5,000, the equivalent of two months' wages. Gas supply disruptions in Europe could trigger power cuts during the winter. Palki Sharma tells you more about Britain's energy crisis.

Gravitas: Britain's energy bill to cost two months' salary

5 Chinese state-owned companies have decided to delist from the New York Stock Exchange. More Chinese companies could follow suit. Is this the beginning of a decoupling? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: 5 Chinese companies to leave wall street

Indian-born author Salman Rushdie was stabbed during a lecture in New York. The Booker Prize winner was air-lifted to a local hospital immediately after the attack. Palki Sharma gets you the latest.

Gravitas: Salman Rushdie stabbed in New York

Gravitas Global Headlines: EU mulling visa ban for Russians | UK economy shrinks

Samsung heir Lee Jae-Yong has been granted a special presidential pardon. South Korea wants the billionaire's help to revive the country's economy. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Samsung heir gets out of jail to "save economy"

Johnson & Johnson will stop selling their controversial talcum powder which has been linked to multiple cases of cancer in women. The company rejected the cancer links, claiming the decision was influenced by 'evolving consumer trends'. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Johnson & Johnson to stop selling baby powder linked to cancer

Europe's largest nuclear power plant is now at the centre of the war in Ukraine. The UN has issued a warning. It says the fighting at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant could lead to a nuclear disaster. India has called for restraint. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Europe's largest nuclear power plant at the centre of war

How far would you go for your money? A Lebanese man has set a dangerous precedent. The 42-year-old man held a bank hostage over his own money, but the people of Beirut are hailing him as a 'hero'. Why? Watch this report by Palki Sharma to find out.

Gravitas: This man held a bank hostage over his own money

Reports claim China's president Xi Jinping will visit Saudi Arabia next week. The kingdom is planning a grand reception for Xi, unlike the muted welcome received by US president Joe Biden in July. What explains Saudi Arabia's eastern pivot? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping to visit Saudi Arabia?

Nepal's foreign minister reaffirmed his country's one-China policy during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. China promised to invest $15 billion dollars in multiple Nepalese projects. How must India respond to these moves? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Nepal's foreign minister reaffirms one-China policy

Gravitas Global Headlines: China blocks bid to sanction terrorist; NK declares victory over COVID

Ukraine says Russia used a nuclear plant to carry out a deadly rocket attack.This comes after a Russian base in Crimea was destroyed by a string of blasts. Is Moscow responding by raising the nuclear threat? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Threat of nuke disaster: Russian forces fire 80 rockets from nuclear plant site

European rivers run dry as the continent reels under its worst drought in 500 years. Almost 63% of European and British lands are now on drought alert. Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets a report on Europe's climate emergency.

Gravitas: Europe faces worst drought in 500 years

India's supreme court has tasked a special committee with formulating a policy on distributing freebies. What are the pros and cons of the freebie culture? Can a country like India afford it? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Debate over freebies in India

Japan's new birth rate minister tried a "pregnancy belly" last year to understand what women experience during pregnancy. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more about Masanobu Ogura.

Gravitas: Japan's new birth rate minister tried pregnancy belly

Kim Jong-Un has defeated the #WuhanVirus. At a state celebration, he declared a 'miracle victory' over the disease, as his officials shed tears. The victory is indeed a miracle, because North Korea doesn't have any vaccines. Palki Sharma Upadhyay reports.

Gravitas: North Korea declares 'shining victory' over Covid-19

After Maldives & Singapore, Gotabaya Rajapaksa has sought refuge in Thailand. The Thai Foreign Ministry has approved his request for refuge, but has denied granting him asylum. It has also asked Gotabaya to not conduct political activities on Thai soil. Palki Sharma Upadhyay reports.

Gravitas: Gotabaya Rajapaksa seeks refuge in Thailand

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