NASA had to postpone the launch of Artemis-1 lunar mission twice over fuel leakage issues. What do the delays say about America's sliding space supremacy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Failed moon launches expose NASA

Chinese officials in Tibet have launched a campaign to collect blood and DNA samples. Even children as young as five are not being spared. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese officials are collecting DNA samples of Tibetans

7 weeks & 3 stopovers later, Gotabaya Rajapaksa has returned to Sri Lanka. He's being accorded all state privileges & a state-bungalow to live in. A SLPP MP has even offered her seat to him. Is Gotabaya going to re-enter politics? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 7 weeks & 3 stopovers later, Gotabaya Rajapaksa returns to Colombo

As India celebrates Teachers' Day, Palki Sharma tells you why a good mentor can be life-changing, and why people across age groups need coaches to help them navigate through work and life.

Gravitas: Thoughts on Teachers' Day: People across age groups need mentors and gurus

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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Reports claim Joe Biden is planning to cancel student debt up to $10,000 for borrowers earning less than $125,000 per year. Is cancelling the debt a long-term solution? Why are US colleges so expensive? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Joe Biden to cancel student debt?

Hungary has fired its weather services chief over a faulty weather warning. The meteorological department had warned of a rain storm in Budapest on August 20, 'Europe's biggest firework display' had to be cancelled as a result of the warning, but the rain storm changed its course. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Hungary fires its weather service chief

Women have posted dancing videos in solidarity with Finnish PM Sanna Marin who has faced backlash after videos from a house party went viral. The videos show Marin, 36, dancing, singing and drinking. Are world leaders not allowed to party? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas | #SolidarityWithSanna: Finnish women post dancing videos in support of PM Sanna Marin

Why are so many young people dying of heart attacks? Earlier, heart problems were associated with people above the age of 60, but now people in their 30s and 40s are also suffering heart attacks. What do doctors have to say about this disturbing trend? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Why are so many young people dying of heart attacks?

Gravitas Global Headlines: Taiwan President on Chinese aggression

European economies are in bad shape. The Euro has touched a new low against the Dollar. An energy crisis, rising inflation, and political uncertainty in some countries have raised the risk of recession. Will a global recession start in Europe? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: World teetering on the edge of a global recession

NATO is building a new military base in Romania. The aim is to secure NATO's 'eastern flank'. Over 1,000 troops will be stationed at this base. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: NATO is building a military base in Romania

A video has emerged from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine. Russian military vehicles can be seen inside a turbine hall that's connected to a nuclear reactor. Ukraine says Russia is preparing to stage a provocation. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Weapons and explosives inside Ukraine's nuclear power plant

Chinese authorities are being forced to close factories. But this time - it is not because of the pandemic. A new crisis could derail China's economy. Palki Sharma tells you about it.

Gravitas: Why factories in China are shutting down

Makers of DOLO 650 are being accused of bribing doctors with freebies worth 1000 crore rupees to get them to prescribe the drug. DOLO 650 was India's most-consumed and prescribed anti-fever drug during the pandemic. Was your doctor's prescription corrupt? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Was your doctor bribed to prescribe DOLO 650?

British Prime Minister-hopeful Rishi Sunak is trailing Foreign Secretary Liz Truss in the race to 10 Downing Street. Critics suggest Sunak is too rich to be PM, he's too out of touch with reality. Is Sunak too rich or too brown to be British PM? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Why Rishi Sunak is not winning the race to 10 Downing Street

After heatwave, wildfires and drought, Europe has now been battered by powerful storms. France, Italy and Austria have been affected, at least 12 people have died. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: After heatwave, wildfires and drought, powerful storms now batter Europe

China is intensifying its patrols near Taiwan. 90% of the people in Taiwan reject the claim that the island belongs to China. Beijing is willing to use force to take Taiwan, if necessary. A Chinese Law gives legal backing to an invasion. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese law gives legal backing to Taiwan invasion

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India has resumed diplomatic operations in Afghanistan. The Indian embassy in Kabul has reopened to revive New Delhi's stalled operations. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: India resumes diplomatic operations in Kabul

After Maldives, Singapore & Thailand, Gotabaya Rajapaksa could be headed to the US next. Reports say, Rajapaksa's lawyers are trying to obtain a 'green card' for him. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Gotabaya Rajapaksa applies for US green card

Almost 60% of China's oil imports are transported by sea. They must pass via three strategic choke points controlled by the US navy before reaching China. If war breaks out, can the US cut off China's oil supply? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Can the US cut off China's oil supply during war?

China is conducting a campaign to weaken Taiwan on all fronts. From military drills to cyberattacks and misinformation - Beijing's latest provocations are testing Taiwan's resolve. Palki Sharma tells you more about China's campaign.

Gravitas: Inside China's operation to weaken Taiwan

Finland PM Sanna Marine is facing backlash for a 'wild party' video. In the video, 36-year-old Marin can be seen partying with Finnish celebrities. Critics want her to step down. Palki Sharma asks: Are public representatives not allowed to have a private life?

Gravitas: Finnish PM Sanna Marine faces backlash for 'wild party' video

The war in Ukraine could take a dangerous turn. Russia is stockpiling missiles in Belarus. Kyiv fears Moscow could launch an operation next week - on the Independence Day of Ukraine. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Russia plans "special operation" for Ukraine's Independence Day

Japan wants young people to drink more alcohol, yes, you read that right. Japan thinks its youth are not drinking enough, so, the country has launched a campaign to revitalise the drinking culture. But why would a country encourage its youth to drink alcohol? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Japan wants its youth to drink more alcohol

The U.S. has been hit by severe drought and heatwave. The situation is so dire, that in some states farmers are destroying their own crops. In Las Vegas, authorities have banned lawns because they consume too much water. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Extreme weather: Farmers destroy their own crops in America

Ukraine's foreign minister says India is buying Russian crude oil tainted by Ukrainian blood. Foreign minister S Jaishankar defended the move as part of easing India's cost-of-living crisis. Why has the world struggled to accept India's strategic autonomy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine says India buying Russian oil with 'Ukrainian blood'

Are you planning a trip to the United States? Are you looking to apply for a Visa? You may end up crossing calendars. The average waiting time for visitor visa to the US is 500 days, for a student visa it is 400 days in New Delhi. What explains this? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Applying for a US Visa? Here's how long it will take

China claims Indian soldiers will take part in a joint military drill along with PLA troops in Russia. Will India send its soldiers amid heightened tensions with China? What could be the cost of pulling out? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Indian soldiers to hold drills with China?

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