On day 6 of the invasion, Vladimir Putin ordered the second wave of airstrikes. Most of the firepower was focused on the north-eastern city of Kharkiv. From the northern front, a 64 km-long Russian military convoy is heading towards Kyiv. Palki Sharma maps the Russian advance.

Gravitas: Tracking the Russian army's advance

An Indian student was standing in the queue for food - when he was killed in Russian shelling in Kharkiv. New Delhi has sought safe passage from Ukraine and Russia for Indian students. Who will ensure the safety of Indians in Ukraine? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Russia is pounding Ukraine: Are Indian students safe?

Western journalists are being slammed for their racism while reporting on the refugee crisis in Ukraine. While Arab refugees were villainized and arrested, Ukrainians are being welcomed with a red carpet. Western reporters said they are "Europeans with blue eyes and blonde hair". Palki Sharma calls out 'Racist Reportage'.

Gravitas: Western media's racist reportage on Ukrainian refugees

The Ukraine Conflict is slowly reaching your doorstep. The cost of energy, fuel, groceries, mortgage repayments along with car prices are expected to rise this summer. Palki Sharma tells you how the consequences will be felt much beyond Europe.

Gravitas: How the Ukraine conflict impacts you

70% of Ukrainians believe the Russian invasion will fail. Many of them are willing to fight for that outcome. Palki Sharma tells you how people of Ukraine are fighting back.

Gravitas: Russia's Ukraine invasion: How Ukrainians are fighting back

The Russian military is far superior to Ukraine, yet their troops have been bogged down at the gates of Kyiv. How did Ukraine slow down the Russian juggernaut? Will Putin escalate his offensive to break the stalemate? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Why is Russia not winning in Ukraine?

Russian shelling killed 11 civilians in Kharkiv today. Russian President Vladimir Putin is wielding his nukes and showing no signs of backing down. Palki Sharma brings you 5 videos that the story of Russia's Ukraine invasion.

Gravitas: 5 videos that tell the story Russia's Ukraine invasion

Ukraine's envoy to India has said that he is "deeply dissatisfied" with India's reaction. Why did India refuse to condemn Russia's invasion? What are the consequences of supporting the West and Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine "deeply dissatisfied" with India's reaction

16,000 Indian students remain stranded in Ukraine. They're running low on supplies & longing to return home. But the Ukrainian airspace is shut, trains are suspended & borders are clogged. How will they return back to India? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: The plight of Indian Students stuck in Ukraine

The visuals coming from Ukraine are heartbreaking. Fathers are bidding goodbye to their children, Old men and women are crying, Newborn babies are spending their first day in bomb shelter. Women are praying for a miracle. Palki Sharma brings you the stories of survival.

Gravitas: How the war has ripped apart the lives of Ukrainians

Anti-Russia protests have broken out around the world. People in Russia too are protesting against the war, they are demanding world leaders do more to help Ukraine. But Western leaders who had promised to help Ukraine, only have sanctions to offer now. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Global reaction to Russian invasion of Ukraine

Russian troops entered the outskirts of Kyiv on the second day of their offensive in Ukraine. Russian tanks are less than 20 kilometres from the Ukrainian President's office. Palki Sharma tells you more about Kyiv's last stand.

Gravitas: Russia enters Kyiv on second day of invasion

Are Western leaders doing enough to defend Ukraine? What kind of measures are they taking to limit the Russian advance? Palki Sharma decodes their actions with correspondents from Washington, D.C., Berlin, London & Moscow.

Gravitas: Have Western Leaders failed Ukraine?

The Russian blitzkrieg has breached the gates of Ukraine's capital Kyiv. What will Vladimir Putin's next move be? Will he install a puppet regime or will he force Zelensky to accept a humiliating peace? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Regime change or humiliating peace? Putin's endgame

Kyiv has been under a curfew for the last 48 hours. Russian tanks continue to advance & Ukrainian troops are struggling to put up a resistance. Is there still hope for a pushback? Here's what Olga Tokariuk told Palki Sharma in an exclusive conversation.

Gravitas: 'Russia is targeting civilians' claims Kyiv based journalist

Around 20,000 Indian citizens are currently stuck in Ukraine. With the air space shut for civilian flights, how will the Indian nationals return home? Should the Indian embassy have prepared better? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India says safety of nationals in Ukraine 'top priority'

Russia's parliament has approved foreign troop deployments in Ukraine's rebel-held regions. Vladimir Putin has laid out three conditions to avert a full-blown war. How is the West responding to Putin's threat? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Russian military fans out in eastern Ukraine

It's been 2 years since the Wuhan Virus pandemic struck. We still do not know how the virus from China originated. Was it leak from the Wuhan lab? Boris Johnson's government reportedly believes so. Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Lab leak theory: UK considers it 'behind closed doors'

4,000 Luxury vehicles worth $401 million were burnt in a fire onboard cargo vessel Felicity Ace. There were 1,100 Porsches, 189 Bentleys along with hundreds of Lamborghinis & Audis. The blaze destroyed all these vehicles. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 4,000 luxury cars worth $401 million destroyed in Cargo mishap

China has been closely watching the Ukraine crisis. The West's response to the situation so far, has boosted China's Taiwan dreams. Taipei has now put its military on standby. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: China's lessons from the Ukraine crisis

Imran Khan began his two-day visit to Russia amid raging tensions in eastern Europe. Are the two Cold War rivals beginning a new relationship? Does a busy Putin have time to spare for Imran Khan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Imran Khan visits Russia amid Ukraine crisis

Russia is the third-largest supplier of natural gas in the world. 72% natural gas & 48% oil exports from Russia go to Europe. If a war happens, Europe's energy supplies could get crippled. Palki Sharma tells you how this has unnerved energy markets.

Gravitas: Why Europe's energy supplies depend on Russia

Joe Biden's approval ratings tanked amid his failed response to the Ukraine crisis. Did Biden's confused messaging give Putin the edge in Europe? What could Biden have done differently? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Biden's ratings tank amid Russia tensions

The west has slapped numerous sanctions on Russia. US, UK, Australia, EU, and Japan have hit Russian banks, individuals and projects. Palki Sharma tells you why sanctions don't work.

Gravitas: Ukraine crisis: Making sense of the sanction strategy

The truckers' siege in Canada has ended but a state of emergency persists. PM Justin Trudeau says he needs emergency powers to maintain public order. His critics are calling this an 'overreach'. Is Trudeau abusing his power? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Is Justin Trudeau abusing his power?

India called for 'restraint and talks' at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine. How long can India ignore Russia's unilateral moves in Europe? Should New Delhi rethink its ties with Russia? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India urges 'restraint and talks' in eastern Ukraine

How much do we know about Donbas- the region Russia sent troops into? At least 800,000 Donbas residents have Russian passports. Many celebrated Putin's move by bursting firecrackers. What about the rest? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Understanding Donbas: The region Russian just sent troops into

Russia has ordered troops into Ukraine. If a war reaks out, Europe could find itself dealing with another refugee crisis. For the rest of the world, this conflict could lead to supply chain disruptions, market volatility & price hikes. Palki Sharma explains why.

Gravitas: The implications of war between Russia & Ukraine

The West depicts Vladimir Putin as a mercurial leader prone to delusions. How true is this assessment? What is the secret behind Putin's foreign policy successes? Palki Sharma tells you what makes Putin tick.

Gravitas: Inside Vladimir Putin's mind

Russia's actions in Ukraine have divided the world into 3 clear parts. One side supports Ukraine & slams Russia. The second supports Moscow & slams the west. The third side does not want to pick a side. Palki Sharma decodes the global response.

Gravitas: How the world reacted to Putin's move in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin recognised two breakaway republics in eastern Ukraine and deployed Russian soldiers there. What is Putin's endgame in Donbas? How does recognising the rebels help him? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin recognises Donbas rebel republics