A 5.9 magnitude quake has killed over 1,000 people in Afghanistan. The tremors have reduced scores of homes to rubble. The Taliban has launched relief Ops, but its struggling due to a lack of resources. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan

Starting July, social media influencers will have to pay TDS on freebies. The rule will apply if the freebies are retained by the influencers. The 10% TDS rule will also apply to doctors. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Social media influencers will now need to pay TDS on freebies

Local currencies around the world are losing value against a resurgent dollar. But the Russian Rouble has defied expectations to become the best-performing currency in the world. Palki Sharma tells you how Russia managed this feat.

Gravitas: Russian Rouble surges as Asian currencies slide

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: Texas: Uvalde school to be demolished; Pakistan secures IMF deal

European governments have been accused of exploiting the fossil fuel reserves of the developing world. Leading European nations are firing up their coal plants again - after refusing to commit to climate financing. Palki Sharma tells you more about Europe's hypocrisy.

Gravitas: Europe accused of "exploiting" fossil fuel reserves of developing nations

An Islamist mob stormed a yoga event organised by the Indian mission in the capital of the Maldives. Reports have linked the mob to the main opposition party behind the 'India Out' campaign. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Islamist mob storms Yoga event in Malé

At least 80 people have died, and millions have been affected in Assam after floods ravaged India's north-eastern state. Why does Assam flood every year? Who is responsible for these yearly deaths? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Assam floods: 80 dead, millions affected

Singapore has announced a $1.1 billion dollar stimulus package to tackle the cost-of-living crisis. Do stimulus packages work during periods of high inflation? Why are other countries not announcing similar schemes? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Singapore announces $1.1 bn inflation relief package

Israel is set to hold its fifth election in less than four years after the ruling coalition's decision to dissolve parliament. How are people reacting to this endless cycle of polls? What does it mean for Israel's foreign policy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Israel set for fifth election in under 4 years

A Gallup survey has found that employees today are more stressed than ever before. 44% of workers experience stress at work daily, 60% feel emotionally detached at their jobs, 19% of workers are miserable. What is contributing to workplace stress? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Workers worldwide are more stressed than ever before

Gravitas Global Headlines: India: Opposition picks Prez candidate; Macron rejects PM's resignation

A nation-wide railway strike has paralysed Britain. 40,000 rail workers have walked out in what's being called the biggest strike in 30 years. How long will the strike persist? What does it mean for Boris Johnson's future? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Britain faces biggest railway strike in 30 years

The Lankan cabinet has passed the 21st amendment to its constitution. It seeks to reduce the Presidency to a ceremonial post. The move comes as Colombo begins talks with the IMF for another bailout. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Lanka tries to curtail Gotabaya Rajapaksa's powers

From Brussels to Islamabad - the rising cost of living has forced thousands of people to hit the streets worldwide. Workers are demanding more relief from their governments. Is India prepared to deal with growing recessionary pressures? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Rising inflation triggers protests worldwide

Colombia has elected its first left-wing President. Gustavo Petro has won #ColombiaVota2022 by securing 50.4% of the vote. Before he entered politics, Petro was a 'guerrilla fighter' in the notorious #M19 group. Palki Sharma gets you his profile.

Gravitas: Colombia elects former guerrilla rebel as President

The Islamic State claimed an attack on a Sikh temple in Kabul that killed 2 people & injured 7 others. The terror group said the attack was in response to insulting comments made against the Prophet by a ruling party spokesperson in India. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Islamic State claims attack on Kabul Sikh temple

Israel threatened Iran with consequences if its citizens were targeted in Turkey or the Gulf states. Is Iran plotting attacks on Israeli citizens, or is Israel preparing a pretext to attack? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Is Israel preparing to attack Iran?

When will the war in Ukraine end? NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg says it could go on for years. Will Putin go after other former Soviet states too? The Russian President is already threatening action. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: NATO Chief: Ukraine war could go on for years

On Sunday, over 200 people were killed in Ethiopia's Oromia region. The incident is being called the deadliest massacre in recent times. Who was behind it? Why is Ethiopia roiled by an ethnic conflict? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: 200 killed in Ethiopia's Oromia region

Voters handed French President Emmanuel Macron a heavy defeat by stripping his coalition of its parliamentary majority. What does this mean for Macron's ambitious political agenda? Can he cobble up a working coalition? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Emmanuel Macron loses parliamentary majority

North Korea has reported several cases of a mysterious intestinal disease. The state-run news agency claims that all suspected cases have been asked to quarantine. What are the symptoms of this disease? Is North Korea equipped to fight it? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: North Korea reports mysterious intestinal disease

India has reportedly asked rich countries to pay for damages caused by extreme weather. According to one estimate, extreme weather costs India about $87 Billion every year. Shouldn't climate compensate? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India asks rich countries to pay for climate damage

Gravitas Global Headlines: Taliban posters on Hijab Decree; Sri Lanka fuel crisis

50 years ago, a foiled burglary in Washington DC went largely unnoticed by most of America. Two years later, that same event took down the Presidency of Richard Nixon. Palki Sharma tells you all about the Watergate scandal.

Gravitas: The scandal that took down a US President

China opposed a joint India-US proposal to designate LeT leader Abdul Rehman Makki as a global terrorist. A day later, terror financing watchdog FATF praised Pakistan for completing its anti-terror action plan. Palki Sharma tells you how these international bodies have become sitting ducks.

Gravitas: China shields Pakistani terrorist at UNSC

With an eye on Taiwan, China today launched its largest and most advanced warship. The Chinese Defence Minister recently said Beijing won't shy away from a war to take Taiwan. Palki Sharma tells you why the threats from China shouldn't be ignored.

Gravitas: With Taiwan on target, China launches warship

UK has approved the extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. The 50-year-old is wanted in U.S. for espionage. In 2010, Wikileaks published classified files exposing America's war crimes in Iraq. Was Assange wrong in exposing America? Palki Sharma brings you his story.

Gravitas: UK approves the extradition of Julian Assange

Amid uncertainty over his takeover bid, Elon Musk spoke to Twitter employees. He told them that he wants Twitter to be more like TikTok and Wechat. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Elon Musk wants Twitter to be like TikTok

Gravitas Global Headlines: US report on North Korean nuclear site, Pakistan fuel price hike

The Federal Reserve announced a 75 basis point interest rate hike, their highest since 1994. How did markets react to this announcement? Will it be enough to tackle inflation and prevent a recession? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US Fed announces highest interest hike since 1994

NASA's rover Perseverance has spotted human trash on Mars. Who went all the way to the red planet to litter? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Human trash found on Mars

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