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

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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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?

Gravitas Global Headlines: Turkiye's central bank lowers its main interest rate

Thousands of fish have mysteriously died in Europe's Oder River. Over 100 tonnes of dead fish have been pulled out so far. Germany has banned bathing, fishing in the river. Poland says it is possible that Oder could have been poisoned. Palki Sharma tells you more

Gravitas: 100 tonnes of dead fish pulled out of Europe's Oder river

India's home ministry denied reports that Rohingya refugees living in the capital would be shifted to government housing. How many Rohingya are living in India? What is India's official policy on refugees? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India backtracks on housing for Rohingya refugees

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas compared Israeli action against his people to '50 holocausts' during a joint press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Scholz later described the comments as 'outrageous' and 'disgusting'. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Palestine President compares Israeli action to holocaust

A CEO of an American start-up recently posted a crying selfie on social media. He said he had to fire some employees because of his poor decision making. Palki Sharma tells you how the internet reacted to the crying selfie, and how the episode has important lessons in personal branding.

Gravitas: The 'crying CEO' and lessons in personal branding

Gravitas Global Headlines: Explosion and fires rock Southern Thailand

Tesla CEO Elon Musk pulled off a new stunt on Wednesday morning. He announced he was buying Manchester United. After a Twitter meltdown by United fans, Musk said he was joking. Why does the world's richest man like pulling off such stunts? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Elon Musk jokes about buying Manchester United

China is reportedly seeking military bases in Pakistan and Afghanistan to protect their investments in both countries. How will Pakistan react to this demand? How will it affect India's strategic calculations? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China seeking military bases in Pakistan & Afghanistan?

The US has tested a long-range nuclear missile. The test comes after US officials vowed to continue sailing warships through the Taiwan Strait. How will America stand up to China's aggression? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: US tests nuclear missile after China's Taiwan drills

China's Sichuan province has shut all factories to save electricity. A heatwave and a drought are derailing China's economic recovery. Palki Sharma tells you how the workshop of the world is struggling.

Gravitas: China's Sichuan shuts all factories to save electricity