Children returning to classroom learning are reporting vision problems and difficulty reading the classroom boards. Doctors are reporting an increase in the number of children being prescribed specs. What's happening to young children? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Why are so many children reporting pink eyes and blurry vision?

Apple is being razzed over its new 'digital wallet' feature. Indian netizens say the company is 'late to the party' as the service has been available in India for the last 6 years on DigiLocker. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Apple Vs Digilocker: Netizens mock 'delayed innovation'

The OIC has backed Pakistan's call for a probe in the BrahMos misfiring incident. Its resolution states India's actions 'threatened regional peace'. New Delhi says the resolution shows the irrelevance of both OIC & Pakistan. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: BrahMos misfiring: OIC backs Pak's call for probe

India has rejected Wang Yi's comments on Kashmir at the OIC summit in Islamabad. After visiting Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Chinese minister has landed in India. Palki Sharma tells you more about Wang Yi's India mission.

Gravitas: India slams Wang Yi's Kashmir comments

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began one month ago. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky today demanded "unlimited assistance" from NATO. Once again, NATO has responded with more bluster. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: 1 month of Ukraine invasion: More bluster from NATO

Can Russian President Vladimir Putin be overthrown in a coup? American lawmaker Lindsey Graham has called on Russian citizens to "stand up and take Putin out". Is a coup against Putin even possible? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: A coup against Vladimir Putin?

India abstained from voting on a Russia-backed resolution on the war in Ukraine. What does India's third UNSC abstention say about its Ukraine policy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India refuses to back Russia's UNSC resolution

Is there less Coca-Cola in your can? Does your packet of chips seem smaller? Is your shampoo running out faster? If yes, you can blame 'shrinkflation' triggered by the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. Palki Sharma explains what 'shrinkflation' means.

Gravitas: Is there less Coca-Cola in your can?

A video from a zoo has gone viral. It shows a security guard repeatedly slapping a hippo. At first, the guard appears to be the villain of the story, but he is really at fault here? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Video of a security guard slapping a hippo goes viral

Vladimir Putin's spokesperson said that Russia would launch a nuclear strike only if its existence were threatened. Western media says a 'paranoid' Putin could escalate the conflict to force a deal. Palki Sharma decodes the mood in Moscow.

Gravitas: Will Putin launch a nuclear strike?

Sri Lanka is facing mounting challenges with its public debt. Critics say a series of missteps - mainly by the Rajapaksas - triggered the worst economic crisis in Sri Lanka's history. Palki Sharma tells you how.

Gravitas: What caused Sri Lanka's economic crisis?

Reports say three key allies have abandoned Imran Khan, leaving him more vulnerable in the upcoming no-confidence vote. After being dumped by the army, Imran Khan is hoping the courts can save him. Palki Sharma decodes Imran Khan's last-minute strategies.

Gravitas: End of the road for Imran Khan?

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is approaching the one month mark. What does Vladimir Putin want from Ukraine? Reports claim the Russian President shared his demands with Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine invasion: What does Putin want from Ukraine?

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will reportedly be visiting India after his engagements in Pakistan. This is the first high-profile visit by a Chinese leader since the beginning of the Ladakh stand-off. What's on Wang Yi's agenda? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to visit India

Scientists have come up with Alexa for animals- Robots that can understand whale songs, and calls of over 3,000 bird species. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: What if you could understand the language of animals? AI can do that now

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced an alliance with Jagmeet Singh of the New Democrats. This deal could be bad news for New Delhi. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Justin Trudeau and Jagmeet Singh join hands

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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New Delhi has been ranked as the world's most polluted capital yet again. The report has been released IQAir, a Swiss company which sells air purifiers. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: New Delhi ranked world's most polluted capital

'We have failed Kashmir despite being 1.5 billion in strength.' This was Imran Khan's message to delegates from 57 OIC countries in Islamabad. Chinese FM Wang Yi also attended the conference. Did the Pak PM talk about Uighur Muslims? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Imran Khan's rakes up Kashmir, calls for Islamic unity

Joe Biden says India's response to Russia has been shaky. But his own allies in Europe are planning a strategic rethink, including a 5,000-strong rapid reaction force. Are US partners preparing for the end of American dominance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Biden says India 'shaky' in responding to Russia

As Russia's advance slows across Ukraine, experts believe Vladimir Putin is switching to Plan B. Will Putin use his military advantage to force a favourable peace deal? What are Zelensky's conditions for accepting neutrality? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Zelensky's conditions for Ukraine's neutrality

Zomato is planning to deliver food to your homes in 10 minutes. Is instant delivery logistically possible? What happens to road safety? Palki Sharma says 10-minute delivery is not desirable in a country where emergency services never manage to arrive on time.

Gravitas: Is Zomato's 10-minute delivery promise desirable?

Investors from UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Hong Kong have arrived in Kashmir to explore business opportunities and invest in the Valley. Their visit changes the perception of Kashmir and presents it as a safe and attractive business destination. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Kashmir hosts investors from UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Hong Kong

How did Russia pay its debt despite Western sanctions? Reports say - the payment on a sovereign bond was processed by American bank JPMorgan Chase Bank. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: US bank helps Russia clears its dues