30 green sea turtles were stabbed in Japan. Nearly half a million animals were killed during lab tests in Belgium. UN report says 1 million species could become extinct because. Palki Sharma tells you why you must act now.

Gravitas: UN Report: 1 Million species on track to extinction

Netflix is all set to publish its earnings report for the second quarter of 2022. The results could determine the company's future at a time when it is losing share value and subscribers. Palki Sharma decodes Netflix's 2022 nightmare.

Gravitas: Why is Netflix losing subscribers?

Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickrenesinghe declared an emergency to tackle widespread protests against his government. How does the emergency empower the government? Will it backfire? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka declares emergency to contain protests

Last week, the Hindu community in Bangladesh was targeted again. A temple and several houses of Hindus were vandalised in southwestern Bangladesh. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Angry mob targets Hindus again in Bangladesh

An elephant and her calf were rescued from a manhole in Thailand in a dramatic operation. The calf had fallen into the manhole, and the mother had refused to leave her baby's side, she had to be tranquilised. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Thailand: Elephant and her calf rescued in a dramatic operation

In China, a major financial crisis is unfolding. Chinese citizens in 86 cities are boycotting mortgage payments towards their homes. Chinese censors are erasing documents about this boycott. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Chinese citizens boycott mortgages in 86 cities

Israel and Saudi Arabia are taking steps towards normalisation of ties. Today, Saudi Arabia opened its airspace to Israeli planes. Meanwhile, Israel has given its nod to settle a long-standing dispute. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Israel-Saudi Arabia to establish diplomatic ties?

The Madras High Court has observed that removal of Mangalsutra by wife is mental cruelty of the highest order. Would you agree? Is Mangalsutra even mandatory? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Madras High Court: Removing Mangalsutra is mental cruelty

Joe Biden reaffirmed his support for the two-state solution during his visit to East Jerusalem and Bethlehem. But, Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas warned that the window to implement the peace plan was closing fast. Palki Sharma decodes Biden's Palestine policy.

Gravitas: Joe Biden visits Palestine, promises $100 million aid

US House of Representatives has approved a sanctions waiver for India over its purchase of Russian S-400 missiles in 2018. What is the political implication of this move? What does it say about India's strategic importance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US House approves CAATSA sanctions waiver for India

Finance ministers of the G20 are meeting in Bali amid fears of a global recession. Their last meeting in April ended in failure after western leaders walked out to protest Russia's participation. Will this meeting be any different? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: G20 finance ministers huddle amid recession fears

Gotabaya Rajapaksa has resigned as Sri Lanka's President. The protests have turned into celebrations. But, will they be be short-lived? Ranil Wickremesinghe has taken over as acting-President for 5 days. A new President will be appointed on July 20. Will the new leader be accepted? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigns as Sri Lanka's President

Pakistan has reached an agreement with the IMF for a $6 billion loan. As soon as the deal was struck, Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif slashed petrol & diesel prices. Did Islamabad jump the gun? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pak-IMF reach agreement for $6 billion loan

India will auction 5G spectrum soon. But Chinese companies won't be able to supply 5G gear to Indian companies. Chinese firms now face a "de-facto ban" in India. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: De-facto ban on Chinese 5G players

The leaders of the I2U2 countries met virtually for the first-ever heads of state-level summit. The I2U2 pledged to build food parks and renewable energy plants in India as part of their joint mission. Palki Sharma tells you how India could benefit from the West Asian QUAD.

Gravitas: PM Modi attends West Asia QUAD leaders' summit

Gotabaya Rajapaksa is on the run. But his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa has decided to stay in Sri Lanka. Reports say, he is already planning his next comeback. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: The Rajapaksas are planning a comeback already

Italy's PM Mario Draghi survived a no-confidence vote today. But one of his key allies decided to boycott the vote. Italy's economy faces challenging times ahead. Palki Sharma tells you why Italians cannot afford an election.

Gravitas: Italy Government faces collapse

Hungary has declared an 'energy emergency' amid falling Russian shipments. Gazprom is hinting at an extended delay in resuming the Nord Stream gas supply. How can Europe ensure energy security for the upcoming winter? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Hungary declares energy emergency

US President Joe Biden has said that he would use force to prevent Iran from acquiring or developing nuclear weapons, if all options fail. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Biden will use force against Iran, if needed

Do you often have disturbed sleep? Do you sleep less than 7 hours every night? Studies have linked poor sleep to Alzheimer's. Should you be worried? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Studies show that poor sleep can cause Alzheimer's

The Indian rupee breached 80 against the US dollar amid expectations of an aggressive rate hike by the US Federal Reserve. What explains the rupee's rapid depreciation? What does it mean for the average Indian citizen? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Rupee's historic plunge, breaches 80 against dollar

Does Xi Jinping have the Wuhan virus? He has not been seen in public for almost 14 days now. An official Xi met in Hong Kong tested positive for the Wuhan Virus. Is Xi infected too? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Does Xi Jinping have the Wuhan virus?

The situation in Sri Lanka is dangerous. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has fled to the Maldives. Emergency has been imposed. A chopper was seen hovering over the protesters in Colombo today. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka: Military Chopper hovers over protesters

India has denied helping Gotabaya Rajapaksa escape to the Maldives. Foreign minister S Jaishankar says India is focused on Sri Lanka's economy and is not involved in other matters. Palki Sharma decodes India's role.

Gravitas: India denies helping Gotabaya escape

China is cosying up to Myanmar's military junta with an eye on its Indian Ocean ports. How is China gaining the upper hand in Myanmar? How should India respond? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China using Myanmar to spy on India?

Joe Biden is on his first presidential visit to Israel. From Israel, Biden heads to Saudi Arabia. Biden says the trip is about Israel's security, not oil. Palki Sharma brings you the latest.

Gravitas: Joe Biden in Israel

The James Webb telescope, the world's largest and most powerful space telescope, has captured images of magical cliffs, glittering landscape, dancing galaxies and dying stars. The telescope is looking at the beginning of time, and it has found light that have been travelling for over 13 billion years. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Magical photos from James Webb Space Telescope

As the war in Ukraine rages on, Russia has 'weaponised' food supplies. 22 million tons of grains are trapped inside Ukraine. On Wednesday, talks were held in Istanbul to break the impasse. Did they yield any breakthrough? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Russia-Ukraine discuss grain export crisis

As China circles the Pacific, US is trying to step up its game. It has tripled its aid to the Pacific to $600 million & plans to open embassies in Kiribati & Tonga. Are these moves aimed at helping Pacific states or protecting American interests? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: U.S. is opening embassies in Pacific states: Here's why

Intel reports indicate that the Islamic State tried to develop chemical weapons to strike targets in western Europe. How close did ISIS get to developing these weapons? How can we avoid a repeat? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: ISIS planned chemical weapon attack on Europe

On Monday, a bout of monsoon rain submerged Karachi underwater. Boats replaced vehicles, tractors turned into cleaners & people could be seen floating around. Did this happen due to extreme weather or poor management? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pakistan's financial hub ravaged by floods

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