For 50 years, Denmark and Canada fought a "whiskey war". The dispute was over a tiny Arctic island. Both countries have now stuck a deal to settle it. Palki Sharma tells you all about the "whiskey war".

Gravitas:  Denmark and Canada end 50-year "Whiskey war"

Despite the Western sanctions, India wants to expand its trade ties with Russia. New Delhi has proposed paying for Russian goods in rupees. A new trade route is also being tested. Palki Sharma tells you more

Gravitas: Russia-India trade in Rupees?

A Congressional watchdog accused the US government of not investigating their role in Yemeni war crimes. Were US weapons used to target civilians in the war? What happened to Joe Biden's promise of ending military assistance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Watchdog pulls up Biden administration over Yemen role

A pro-Kremlin news station has suggested that Poland could be Russia's next target. Poland's deputy PM Jarosław Kaczyński has vowed that his country will continue to arm itself. He says it is "better to be in debt than under Russia's occupation". Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Is Poland Russia's next target?

Trains were burnt and highways blocked as Indian youth protested the government's new military recruitment scheme. What explains the opposition to Agnipath? Is it time for Indians to rethink their obsession with government jobs? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Indian youth protest Agnipath recruitment scheme

Satellite images have revealed that Iran could be preparing to launch a rocket. The United States has urged Tehran to de-escalate tensions. Palki Sharma tells you why America is worried.

Gravitas: Iran is preparing for a rocket launch

K-pop band BTS have announced they will take some time off to focus on solo projects. From Beatles to Backstreet Boys, several top bands have taken a break or broken up at the peak of their careers. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: K-Pop band BTS announce hiatus

After Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Laos is staring at a default., The country's cash reserves have plummeted and there is a serious shortage of fuel. Laos owes $14.5 Billion to its creditors. About half of the public debt is owed to China. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Another Chinese Debtor faces default

India has rejected a WTO draft proposal seeking to end fishery subsidies. The government has defended its position as necessary to protect the vulnerable fishing community in India. Palki Sharma tells you why India's opposition is justified.

Gravitas: India fights for fishery subsidies at WTO meeting

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!

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Hundreds of dead penguins are washing up daily on New Zealand's beaches. At least 500 Korora penguins have died in 30 days. Experts say the birds were killed by climate change. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Dead Penguins wash up on New Zealand beaches

Japan has announced a one-year jail term and a $2,200 fine for online insults. The decision follows a celebrity suicide in 2020 linked to online hate messages. Will the new law cut down online insults? How can Big Tech contribute? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Japan announces one-year jail term for online insults

A survey has found that more and more people are turning away from news because they find it depressing. But what makes news depressing in the first place? Palki Sharma tells you how news bulletins reflect what's happening around us.

Gravitas: Survey finds more people are turning away from 'depressing' news

Boris Johnson's plan to move illegal migrants to Rwanda has backfired. A European Court grounded the first flight. The Church of England called it an "immoral policy that shames Britain". Reports claim Prince Charles is "appalled" by the move. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Johnson's Rwanda plan backfires

Pakistan's planning and development minister has asked people to reduce tea intake by 1 or 2 cups. The move is expected to conserve valuable foreign exchange amid a worsening economic crisis. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Pakistan minister asks people to drink less tea

Standard & Poor plunged more than 20% from its high in January as US stocks entered bear market territory. Is a recession now inevitable in the US? How will a US slowdown affect the world? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: US stocks fall into bear market territory

U.K. is dumping asylum seekers in Rwanda, a country that has gone from one conflict to another, and is 'invading' D.R.Congo. Why does Boris Johnson still think Rwanda is a perfect place for people to start a new and better life? Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a report.

Gravitas: Why is U.K. dumping asylum-seekers in Rwanda?

The Ukrainian forces are losing ground in Eastern Ukraine. Russia has intensified military operations in Severodonetsk. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has now made an appeal to Western allies to speed up arms deliveries. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine pleads for more arms to win the war

India has launched a new short-term recruitment scheme for the armed forces with an eye to cut down on pension bills. The scheme, Agnipath, allows youngsters to be inducted into services for a period of 4 years. Is the plan fool-proof? Listen in to Palki Sharma Upadhyay.

Gravitas: Agnipath: India's new armed forces recruitment scheme

Gravitas Global Headlines: Israel coalition faces complete collapse; Ecuador protests; Burkina Faso

Saudi Arabia has announced a new golf league to challenge the PGA tour. The attractive prize money has lured a handful of top golfers to the Saudi-backed league. How will this move affect the world of golf? Is this another instance of sports washing? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Saudi league splits top golfers

Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed an order that allows the PLA to take missions abroad. Why is Xi Jinping decided to legally legitimize PLA's "non-war" military operations? Palki Sharma Upadhyay decodes the developments.

Gravitas: Chinese President allows PLA to take missions abroad

Gravitas Global Headlines: Russia-Ukraine war; China covid-19 outbreak

Britain is implementing the controversial policy of deporting refugees to Rwanda. Is Britain dumping refugees in Africa? Why did Boris Johnson's government pick Rwanda of all places? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Britain to deport refugees to Rwanda

Russia has given passports to 23 people in Kherson, the Ukrainian town's Governor too is now a Russian citizen. Moscow says over 70,000 Ukrainians have applied for Russian passport. Palki Sharma tells you why Russia is so inclined to distribute passports in Ukraine.

Gravitas: Weaponising passports: Russia gives citizenship to people in Kherson

China threatened to wage war if Taiwan officially declared independence from Beijing. Why have Taiwanese leaders preferred the status quo over independence? What is China's strategy to keep Taiwan on edge? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China threatens war if Taiwan declares independence

The Global Nuclear threat is growing. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute says nuclear-armed countries are upgrading their arsenals. Which countries are these? How many warheads do they have? What new nuclear projects have they unveiled? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: World headed for New Era of Nuclear Rearmament

Iran removed 27 surveillance cameras from its nuclear sites in response to a critical resolution passed by the UN's atomic watchdog. Where does this leave the 2015 nuclear deal? Why is Iran playing hardball? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Iran removes surveillance cameras at nuclear sites

Sri Lanka has been forced to declare a holiday after the country's fuel crisis worsened. The government is now bringing in a quota system for fuel which will likely come into effect from July. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka fuel crisis worsens

As Pakistan's economic situation worsens & external debt soars the IMF has asked the PM Shehbaz Sharif govt to renegotiate CPEC deals. Can Pakistan really do this? Palki Sharma tells you how Islamabad has no say in CPEC

Gravitas: Why Pakistan has no say in CPEC

Stock markets around the world plunged amid fears of an interest hike by the US Federal Reserve. Will fiscal tightening cripple the world's economic recovery? Is a recession inevitable in 2022? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Is a global recession coming?

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Gravitas: Denmark and Canada end 50-year "Whiskey war"