Until last year, Mahinda Rajapaksa's grip on power was absolute. He was the face of the Rajapaksa dynasty. Palki Sharma tells you how Mahinda Rajapaksa became a political liability for his younger brother - President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

Gravitas: How Mahinda Rajapaksa became a political liability

Russia flaunted its massive nuclear arsenal during the Victory Day parade in Moscow's Red Square. A defiant Vladimir Putin blamed the West for forcing him to invade Ukraine. Palki Sharma brings you the biggest takeaways from Russia's show of force.

Gravitas: Russia flaunts nuclear arsenal on Victory Day

China's Vice Foreign minister accused the US of bringing NATO-style expansionism to the Indo-Pacific. He claimed that such policies could push the Indo-Pacific into the abyss. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China's latest warning on the Indo-Pacific

In the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Junior - the son of a dictator - could become the next president. But the Presidential Election has been marred by complaints of broken voting machines. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Philippines election: Voters complaint of broken machines

The Government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has told the Supreme Court of India that it will be rethinking and re-examining the sedition law. The law was drafted by imperial England to crack down on India's freedom fighters. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India to re-think sedition law

Indian warships took part in joint military drills with Saudi vessels near Jeddah. Where does India-Saudi military cooperation go from here? Can India supply weapons to Saudi Arabia? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Indian warships sail to Saudi Arabia

Israel claims Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologised for his Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks on Hitler. Lavrov had said that Hitler had Jewish blood. Putin has now said sorry on Lavrov's behalf. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Putin says sorry. Here's why

The European Union's plan to ban all oil imports from Russia is already receiving backlash. Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called the move a "nuclear attack" on his country. Palki Sharma tells you more about Europe's painful decoupling from Russia.

Gravitas: European Union states block sanctions on Russia oil

China is replacing all foreign computers in government with ones made in China. Is the world's largest surveillance state scared of foreign surveillance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China to replace all foreign computers in government

Amid growing public anger against Zero Covid, Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a message. He has warned against any criticism of the policy. This comes, as China has postponed the Asian Games over rising cases. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping attacks zero covid 'doubters'

US states are targeting abortion pills after a leaked Supreme Court draft hinted at the reversal of Roe v Wade. Palki Sharma tells you more about America's relentless assault on women's rights.

Gravitas: America's endless assault on women's rights

Is Mahinda Rajapaksa on his way out? Sources tell WION that at a cabinet meeting today - President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asked his brother to step down. Palki Sharma brings you the updates.

Gravitas: Sources: Mahinda Rajapaksa asked to step down

YouTube Kids is exposing children to drug culture and firearms. Snapchat is being sued for enabling a predator. Palki Sharma tells you how parents can navigate the toxicity of social media.

Gravitas: YouTube exposes children to cocaine & gun clips

Russian State Television has issued a chilling warning. A news report simulated a nuclear attack against the UK and Ireland. How serious is this threat? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Russian State TV issues a chilling warning

The Brits are electing their municipal councils. A survey before the polls claimed that the Conservatives could lose over 500 seats. How will a loss affect the political future of Boris Johnson? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: UK local elections: Conservatives stare at defeat

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed that Adolf Hitler had Jewish origins, enraging the government of Israel. Where did this conspiracy theory come from? Why is Russia antagonising 'neutral' Israel? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Russia claims Hitler was part-Jewish

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!

Gravitas Global Headlines: Russia renews assault on Mariupol plant

US President Joe Biden was once against abortion. He had said women should not have 'sole right to say what should happen to her body'. In the race to the White House, Biden campaigned for reproductive rights, Will he now do what's right? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Will Biden fight for abortion rights in the US?

Will it even be a Met Gala if it is not bizarre? This year too, the event lived up to its reputation. In attendance were Elon Musk, Hillary Clinton, and the red carpet regulars. Palki sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Met Gala 2022: The history, the hits and the misses

Australia is heading to the polls on May 21, 2022. Opinion polls indicate that Prime Minister Scott Morrison is set to be defeated by the Labor party. What will a new government in Canberra mean for the Indo-Pacific? Will Labor reset ties with China? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will Scott Morrison retain power?

In Denmark today, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen urged India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to influence Russia to end the war in Ukraine. What was PM Modi's response? Palki Sharma gets you the details.

Gravitas: Denmark to India: Use your influence to stop war in Ukraine

An elderly man in Shanghai was mistakenly declared dead and wheeled to the morgue. He was saved by alert medics who felt something was wrong. How many such mishaps will it take for Xi Jinping to abandon 'zero-covid'? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Shanghai man mistakenly declared dead

Sri Lanka's main opposition party submitted no-trust motions against the Rajapaksa brothers. This comes amid reports that Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa might resign. Palki Sharma tells you more about the political crisis in Sri Lanka.

Gravitas: Mahinda Rajapaksa to step down?

From autocrats suppressing their own people to billionaires buying media platforms, today's journalists are fighting a multi-front battle. Is financial independence the key to journalistic standards? Is it time to start paying for news? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Challenges facing journalists today