Pakistan has launched an 'austerity drive'. Foreign trips of govt officials have been banned, their petrol quota has been slashed, even subsidised meals at govt offices have been restricted. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pakistan launches 'austerity drive'

One person dies every 48 seconds in drought ravaged East Africa. Nearly a quarter of a million people are facing starvation in Somalia alone. The global community has been reluctant to respond to the crisis. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: 1 person dies every 48 seconds in East Africa

Should there be a one charger for all devices? The #EuropeanUnion is set to introduce a Universal Charger by 2024. Phones, cameras, headphones, earbuds, they will all require one standard cable. Will Apple agree? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: EU to introduce 'universal charger' by 2024

A 16-year-old in Lucknow shot and killed his mother for stopping him from playing PUBG. Is gaming addiction to blame? Do video games lead to real-life violence? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Teen shoots mother over PUBG

14 rectal cancer patients were completely healed in a clinical study conducted in New York. The patients received a drug for 6 months, post which their tumors vanished. There was no need for chemotherapy or surgery. Palki Sharma brings you a report on the medical miracle.

Gravitas: Medical miracle: Clinical trial manages to free 14 patients of cancer

Al-Qaeda threatened to attack India as revenge for the comments made against Prophet Muhammad. The same Muslim nations who criticised the comments are silent on Al-Qaeda's threats. Palki Sharma calls out their hypocrisy.

Gravitas: Al-Qaeda threatens India, Muslim nations silent

50 people were slaughtered inside a Nigerian Church on Sunday. The President Muhammadu Buhari hosted a state banquet the next day. Nigerians are furious, they're questioning Buhari's inaction over growing attacks on Christians. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Nigeria Church Massacre

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: South Korea and US against North Korea; US Capitol Hill Riots

UK PM Boris Johnson has won the No Confidence Vote but his troubles are far from over. Most British Prime Ministers have had to go despite winning a no-trust vote. Critics say BoJo remains a 'dead man walking'. Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Why Boris Johnson's troubles are far from over

Since it began vaccinating its population, the US has wasted more than 82 million shots. Some US health officials have admitted that they are often left with more shots than they need. Palki Sharma tells you more about this criminal wastage.

Gravitas:  The US has wasted over 82 million Covid shots

The US reported 13 shooting incidents this weekend, including one involving a two-year-old shooter. What is Joe Biden doing to control this unchecked wave of gun terror? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Biden’s failures at home & abroad

Elon Musk is threatening to cancel his Twitter deal, citing incomplete data on spam accounts. Was this a grand con by the world’s richest man, or is Musk looking to drive down prices? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Elon Musk threatens to cancel Twitter deal

Dubai police have arrested the billionaire Gupta brothers who are wanted in South Africa for money laundering and fraud. How did a humble family from India's Uttar Pradesh become South Africa's most wanted? Palki Sharma brings you the story

Gravitas: Gupta brothers arrested in Dubai

Saudi Arabia and Israel are holding secret talks as a precursor to establishing diplomatic relations. Saudi officials say it’s a question of when, not if. Palki Sharma decodes this U-turn by Riyadh.

Gravitas: Secret talks between Israel & Saudi Arabia

China is building a secret military base in Cambodia for the exclusive use of its military. The base is a part of the Beijing's plan to build a network of military facilities in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. Palki Sharma tells you about China's plans.

Gravitas: China is building a secret military base in Cambodia

Advertisements of Layer’r Shot perfumes were pulled off air for promoting rape jokes and rape culture. How did ad executives approve such disgusting content? Palki Sharma asks.

Gravitas: Layer’r Perfume ad pulled for promoting rape jokes

Australia has accused a Chinese fighter of carrying out a dangerous manoeuvre near one of its planes in the South China Sea. Australian PM Anthony Albanese has called the encounter "an act of aggression".

Gravitas: Australia-China fighter jet encounter sparks tensions

Gravitas Global Headlines: Britain to send M270 rocket launchers to Ukraine

Pakistan has hiked fuel prices for the 2nd time in 10 days. The people have hit the streets to protest against Shehbaz Sharif. Imran Khan has extended his support but is himself in a soup. Pak's interior minister says he could be arrested on June 25. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pak Govt plans to arrest Imran Khan on June 25

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a no-trust vote after a damning investigation into lockdown parties at Downing Street. Will Tory MPs rebel to oust their Prime Minister? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Boris Johnson faces no-trust vote

10 incidents of gun terror unfolded in the U.S. over the weekend. 16 lives have been lost, over 60 have been injured. What are American Lawmakers doing? They plan to arm teachers at schools to protect students. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: US Gun Terror: 10 mass shootings unfolded over the weekend

Chinese President Xi Jinping refuses to withdraw Zero Covid. His obsession with policy has sparked protests. Will Zero Covid weaken Xi Jinping? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: How Zero Covid is weakening Xi Jinping

Another scandal has hit Hunter Biden. The son of US President Joe Biden allegedly filmed himself with a sex worker - and uploaded the videos to an adult video website. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Hunter Biden "uploaded" sex tapes to adult video website

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is planning a military incursion into Syria to drive back Kurdish fighters. Both Russia and the US have warned Erdogan against destabilising Syria. Will Turkey's military plans drag NATO and Russia into a new conflict? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: Is Turkey planning to invade Syria?

Reports say U.S. President Joe Biden will be travelling to Saudi Arabia later this month to meet Crown Prince MBS Not too long ago, Biden had promised to make Riyadh a pariah for assassinating Jamal Khashoggi. What happened to Biden's promises? Listen in to Palki Sharma Upadhyay.

Gravitas: Reports: Biden to travel to Saudi Arabia

After 100 days of relentless fighting, who is winning the war in Ukraine? What are Vladimir Putin's options going forward? What has been the human cost of this war? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: 100 days of Ukraine war: Who is winning?

As the war in Ukraine continues, China is escalating the threat of an invasion in Taiwan. The PLA has ramped-up drills. The top brass of the PLA could be reshuffled. A Commander "familiar with battle plans against Taiwan" could be promoted. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: China escalates threat of Taiwan invasion

Gravitas Global Headlines: Inflation in Turkiye hits highest level since 1998

Do you know when the first bicycle was invented? Do you know how it became a symbol of personal mobility? As we mark World Bicycle Day, Palki Sharma Upadhyay gets you a story on the evolution of the machine.

Gravitas: The evolution of the Bicycle

The US accused Indian officials of instigating hate crimes in a report on international religious freedoms. India hit back, urging the US to avoid biased and motivated assessments. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why it's time for America to take a close look in the mirror.

Gravitas: India hits back at US after religious freedoms report

Imran Khan could soon be put on trial for treason. The Shehbaz Sharif govt is mulling to charge him with sedition. On what grounds? For orchestrating a mutiny in Pakistan. Palki Sharma Upadhyay you a report.

Gravitas: Imran Khan could be charged with sedition

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