Conquering Taiwan would cement Xi Jinping's legacy in China. But three factors will make the Chinese president think twice before attacking Taiwan. Palki Sharma decodes what the Taiwan showdown means for Xi Jinping.

Gravitas: Taiwan showdown: What does it mean for Xi Jinping?

A top Pakistani General and five other officers have died in a chopper crash. They were on a flood relief operation in Balochistan. Palki Sharma tells you how floods are wreaking havoc in Pakistan.

Gravitas: Top Pakistan General killed in chopper crash

India has reported its first Monkeypox death. Meanwhile, American states like California, Illinois, and New York have declared a state of emergency. What explains the sudden flare-up in monkeypox cases? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: State of Emergency in California

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India has won gold in lawn bowls at the Commonwealth games. Lovely Choubey, Pinki, Nayanmoni Saikia and Rupa Rani Tirkey represented India. Palki Sharma brings the stories of these incredible women.

Gravitas: Commonwealth Games: India wins gold in lawn bowls

British oil firm BP posted its highest quarterly profits in 14 years on Tuesday. How are oil firms reporting bumper profits amid a global cost-of-living crisis? How can governments tame big oil's hunger for profits? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: British oil firm BP reports highest profit in 14 years

Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri was killed in a US drone strike on Kabul. Zawahiri was living in a busy Kabul neighbourhood despite the Taliban's promise to not harbour terrorists. Palki Sharma breaks down the US operation.

Gravitas: Al-Qaeda chief killed in US drone strike on Kabul

Nancy Pelosi has arrived in Taiwan. China is responding with "targeted military operations" around the Island. Taiwan is preparing for a potential conflict. Palki Sharma tells you about China's military moves.

Gravitas:  China announces targeted military operations around Taiwan

Experts believe the US drone that killed Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri flew through Pakistani airspace. What role did Islamabad play in this operation? What are they hoping for in return? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Did Pakistan help the US kill Al-Qaeda chief?

Is there a rift between China and Pakistan? Pending power bills and demands from the IMF are putting the iron brothers at odds. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: General Bajwa fixing China, Pakistan ties?

The political impasse in Iraq has raised the risk of more violence. Over the weekend, the protesters stormed the parliament again. They have installed tents and refused to leave. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Iraq's political crisis raises risk of violence

Chinese ship Yuan Wang 5 is expected to arrive in Hambantota around mid-August. The tracking vessel has the capacity to spy on atomic sites and ports in southern India. Palki Sharma tells you how India is responding.

Gravitas: Chinese ship to spy on India from Sri Lanka?

The bin Laden family donated $1.2 million to a charity run by Britain's Prince Charles in 2013. Reports claim Charles cleared the donation despite opposition from his advisers. Palki Sharma tells you more about the latest scandal to hit Britain's royal family.

Gravitas: Bin Laden family donated $1.2 million to Prince Charles

Gravitas Global Headlines: First grain ship departs from Odessa port

Vladimir Putin singled out the United States as the biggest threat to Russia in a naval doctrine unveiled on Sunday. What does this reveal about the Russian president's long-term strategic plan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin singles out US as biggest threat to Russia

India's 2-year-old canine soldier Axel was killed in the line of duty on July 30. Axel was trained in assault operation. Palki Sharma brings you the story of Axel and of other canines in service.

Gravitas: Axel, 2-year-old canine soldier killed in line of duty

Our Earth has begun spinning faster. On July 29, it completed a full spin in less than 24 hours. What does this mean? Should you be worried? Palki Sharma brings you report.

Gravitas: Earth just completed a rotation in less than 24 hours!

Several Taiwanese news outlets are now reporting that Nancy Pelosi will arrive in Taiwan on Tuesday. China has threatened to respond with its military. Beijing is said to have prepared a "range of options" to stop Pelosi. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Will Pelosi make a secret visit to Taiwan?

Another MiG-21 has crashed in India. The trainer aircraft crashed in Rajasthan killing 2 pilots. There have been 6 reported crashes involving MiG-21 in the last 20 months. Why is this aircraft not be retired? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Another MiG-21 crashes in India, 2 pilots killed

Sebastian Vettel, 35, has announced retirement from Formula One. In his farewell address, the racing driver spoke about climate change. What explains this growing trend to retire citing woke reasons? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Sebastian Vettel announces retirement from Formula One

India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar & Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari were under the same roof at the SCO meeting in Tashkent. Was there a bilateral? What was the aim of this SCO summit? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: SCO meeting: India and Pak under same roof

The impact of Putin's gas war on Europe is being felt widely. German cities have dimmed street lights. Italy is asking people to dial down air conditioning. France plans to ban illuminated advertising. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: How Putin's gas war is hurting Europe

Did you know? Chess originated in India. The game dates back to 600 AD. India is currently celebrating the homecoming of chess- it is hosting the 44th Chess Olympiad. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India hosts 44th International Chess Olympiad

For two consecutive quarters now - the American economy has contracted. For many economists this would mean the beginning of a recession. But American leaders argue - the US is not in a recession. Who is right? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Is America in a recession?