The leaders of the I2U2 countries met virtually for the first-ever heads of state-level summit. The I2U2 pledged to build food parks and renewable energy plants in India as part of their joint mission. Palki Sharma tells you how India could benefit from the West Asian QUAD.

Gravitas: PM Modi attends West Asia QUAD leaders' summit

Gotabaya Rajapaksa is on the run. But his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa has decided to stay in Sri Lanka. Reports say, he is already planning his next comeback. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: The Rajapaksas are planning a comeback already

Italy's PM Mario Draghi survived a no-confidence vote today. But one of his key allies decided to boycott the vote. Italy's economy faces challenging times ahead. Palki Sharma tells you why Italians cannot afford an election.

Gravitas: Italy Government faces collapse

Hungary has declared an 'energy emergency' amid falling Russian shipments. Gazprom is hinting at an extended delay in resuming the Nord Stream gas supply. How can Europe ensure energy security for the upcoming winter? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Hungary declares energy emergency

US President Joe Biden has said that he would use force to prevent Iran from acquiring or developing nuclear weapons, if all options fail. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Biden will use force against Iran, if needed

Do you often have disturbed sleep? Do you sleep less than 7 hours every night? Studies have linked poor sleep to Alzheimer's. Should you be worried? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Studies show that poor sleep can cause Alzheimer's

The Indian rupee breached 80 against the US dollar amid expectations of an aggressive rate hike by the US Federal Reserve. What explains the rupee's rapid depreciation? What does it mean for the average Indian citizen? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Rupee's historic plunge, breaches 80 against dollar

Does Xi Jinping have the Wuhan virus? He has not been seen in public for almost 14 days now. An official Xi met in Hong Kong tested positive for the Wuhan Virus. Is Xi infected too? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Does Xi Jinping have the Wuhan virus?

The situation in Sri Lanka is dangerous. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has fled to the Maldives. Emergency has been imposed. A chopper was seen hovering over the protesters in Colombo today. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka: Military Chopper hovers over protesters

India has denied helping Gotabaya Rajapaksa escape to the Maldives. Foreign minister S Jaishankar says India is focused on Sri Lanka's economy and is not involved in other matters. Palki Sharma decodes India's role.

Gravitas: India denies helping Gotabaya escape

China is cosying up to Myanmar's military junta with an eye on its Indian Ocean ports. How is China gaining the upper hand in Myanmar? How should India respond? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China using Myanmar to spy on India?

Joe Biden is on his first presidential visit to Israel. From Israel, Biden heads to Saudi Arabia. Biden says the trip is about Israel's security, not oil. Palki Sharma brings you the latest.

Gravitas: Joe Biden in Israel

The James Webb telescope, the world's largest and most powerful space telescope, has captured images of magical cliffs, glittering landscape, dancing galaxies and dying stars. The telescope is looking at the beginning of time, and it has found light that have been travelling for over 13 billion years. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Magical photos from James Webb Space Telescope

As the war in Ukraine rages on, Russia has 'weaponised' food supplies. 22 million tons of grains are trapped inside Ukraine. On Wednesday, talks were held in Istanbul to break the impasse. Did they yield any breakthrough? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Russia-Ukraine discuss grain export crisis

As China circles the Pacific, US is trying to step up its game. It has tripled its aid to the Pacific to $600 million & plans to open embassies in Kiribati & Tonga. Are these moves aimed at helping Pacific states or protecting American interests? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: U.S. is opening embassies in Pacific states: Here's why

Intel reports indicate that the Islamic State tried to develop chemical weapons to strike targets in western Europe. How close did ISIS get to developing these weapons? How can we avoid a repeat? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: ISIS planned chemical weapon attack on Europe

On Monday, a bout of monsoon rain submerged Karachi underwater. Boats replaced vehicles, tractors turned into cleaners & people could be seen floating around. Did this happen due to extreme weather or poor management? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Pakistan's financial hub ravaged by floods

Pakistan and China are staging joint naval drills off the Shanghai coast. What is Pakistan's role in China's Indo-Pacific military policy? How must India see the growing China-Pakistan military cooperation? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Pakistan and China stage military drills near Shanghai

India's population is expected to surpass China's in 2023. Is that a good thing or bad? Can India harness the potential of its population? Can India, like China, reap its demographic dividend? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Can India harness the potential of its population?

Cricket experts are calling for Virat Kohli to be dropped from the Indian men's team. Kohli's form has dipped since the pandemic with his last century coming in 2019. Does Kohli deserve a place based on his past records? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Calls for Virat Kohli to be dropped from Indian team

Do you always add extra salt to your food? A study claims that those who add more salt to their food at the table are more likely to die prematurely. What's the connection? Palki Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: Study links table salt to premature death

As Joe Biden heads to West Asia, reports have emerged that President Biden could discuss the revival of Arms sales to the Saudis. Palki Sharma asks: Does Biden plan to revive the American war machine?

Gravitas: US likely to revive arms sales to Saudi Arabia

Europe is on the edge after the Russian Nord Stream gas link was shutdown. President Vladmir Putin is making fresh moves. He will travel to Iran next week. Palki Sharma tells you what to expect.

Gravitas: Ukraine war: Putin renews old friendships

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa & his brother Basil Rajapaksa tried to leave Sri Lanka. Reports claim - immigration officials stopped them from boarding their flights. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Gotabaya Rajapaksa "desperate" to leave Sri Lanka