Has Russian begun preparing for an invasion of Ukraine? East Ukraine has witnessed its most intense shelling since 2015. Pro-Russian separatists have announced a sudden evacuation in Donbas. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine Crisis: Is Moscow manufacturing a pretext for an invasion?

Pictures of a chained woman are going viral on Chinese social media. Public pressure has forced Beijing to make a u-turn and admit that the woman was trafficked. How serious is China's trafficking problem? How is the regime trying to cover it up? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: 'Chained woman' exposes China's trafficking problem

On Thursday, Pakistan received a special guest. The co-founder of Microsoft Bill Gates. What was he doing in Islamabad? Discussing the eradication of Polio with Pak PM Imran Khan. Pakistan is among the only 2 countries still fighting polio. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Here's what Bill Gates was doing in Islamabad

European Parliament has refused to print cancer warnings on wine bottles. MEPs have called the health warning 'senseless', and have refused to inform consumers about the link between cancer and wine drinking. Palki Sharma tells you why lawmakers are hiding critical information.

Gravitas: EU refuses to print cancer warning on wine bottles

The Wuhan Virus has mutated again. Omicron Sub-Variant #BA2 is spreading globally. How lethal is this variant? Does it endanger the progress made so far? Will vaccines be effective? Palki Sharma tells you all you need to know.

Gravitas: Omicron BA.2: All you need to know

Iran's top negotiator says that a nuclear deal is 'closer than ever'. But Tehran is holding out until the US Congress releases a political statement backing the agreement. Will Republicans sink Joe Biden's west Asian project? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Iran nuclear deal 'closer than ever'

Flying taxis could be coming to our cities as early as 2024. The flying cars will connect major airports to city centers. They will reduce travel time to a fourth, and will be much cheaper than a helicopter ride. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Flying taxis could be a reality in 2024

Justin Trudeau accused the opposition of standing with "people who wave swastikas". Jewish lawmaker Melissa Lantsman has demanded an apology. A prominent Hindu group said Trudeau's "misrepresentation" will lead to hate crimes against Hindus. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Freedom Convoy Protests: Trudeau "upsets" Hindus

The Government of Nepal is on the 'brink of breakdown'. An American project has split the ruling coalition. 2 parties are threatening to breakaway. Protests have begun in Kathmandu. US suspects China's hand behind the crisis. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Nepal's ruling coalition on the 'brink of breakdown'

An Omicron fueled Wuhan Virus surge has brought Hong Kong to its knees. The hospitals in the city are overwhelmed. More than 10,000 people are waiting to be admitted to hospitals. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Covid-19 surge brings Hong Kong to its knees

Police officers in New Jersey revealed their racist bias while breaking up a teenage brawl. A white teen was let off, while a black teenager was pinned down and cuffed. What is America's plan to tackle institutional racism among police officers? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US cops manhandle black teen but let off white teen

The Ukraine crisis is nothing short of an information warfare. From troop deployment, to details of possible false flag attack, Intelligence is being shared openly. Palki Sharma will tell you why this crisis is also about CIA vs KGB.

Gravitas: CIA Vs KGB: How it is playing out in the Ukraine crisis

Has Russia ruled out invading Ukraine? Will a stalemate translate into a long-lasting resolution? Palki Sharma tells you why the current de-escalation is unlikely to bring peace in Ukraine.

Gravitas: What next in Ukraine?

Is Russia conducting a proxy war in Ukraine? Tensions in eastern Ukraine have risen dramatically after Russia backed separatists engaged in multiple shelling incidents this morning. A nursery school was hit. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Is Russia conducting a proxy war in Ukraine?

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited the UAE, signalling the end of a bitter rivalry. Why is Erdogan courting the Arab world? What's in it for the UAE? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Erdogan in the UAE, first visit since 2013

Justin Trudeau was heckled in parliament after he tried to defend his bid to invoke emergency powers. Will an extreme crackdown trigger a violent response from anti-vaxxers? Palki Sharma tells you why Trudeau must take responsibility for this mess.

Gravitas: Trudeau heckled in parliament amid Emergency bid

US intelligence reports wrongly predicted February 16 as the date of Russia's invasion. On the same day, Moscow announced that several soldiers and tanks are returning after military drills. Why did the west drum up fears of war? Has Putin abandoned his invasion plan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US intel fails, Russia says troops returning

Many had claimed that Russia will invade Ukraine today. It didn't happen. Is this a sign of de-escalation? Should Indian students return? Palki Sharma put these questions to Ukraine's Ambassador to India Dr Igor Polikha in an exclusive conversation.

Gravitas: Exclusive: Should Indian students leave Ukraine?

Pak PM Imran Khan is fighting for survival. His allies are 'breaking bread' with opposition leaders. Reports say, they're conspiring to pass a no-confidence motion against him. Will they succeed? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Imran Khan is fighting for survival

A 64-year-old has become the first woman & the third person to be cured of HIV. The patient was treated in 2017. 4 years on, she's showing no signs of the virus resurging. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 64-yr-old becomes first woman to be cured of HIV

Russian parliament has asked President Vladimir Putin to recognise the Donbas as republics. If Putin agrees, he would be threatening war. Palki Sharma tells you why Donbas determines what happens next in the Ukraine-Russia crisis.

Gravitas: Ukraine, Russia crisis: What's happening in Donbas?

Will Russia invade Ukraine tomorrow? Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked his country's citizens to fly flags and sing the national anthem on Wednesday - as many reports claim Russia could launch an invasion tomorrow. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine-Russia conflict: Wednesday the day of attack?

Justin Trudeau invoked emergency provisions amid the arrest of armed anti-vax protesters near the US border. What are Trudeau's emergency powers? Are Canadians supporting this move? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Trudeau invokes emergency powers to crush anti-vaxxers

Qandeel Baloch was Pakistan's first social media star. In 2016, she was murdered by her brother in the name of 'family honour'. 6 years on, the brother has been acquitted. Palki Sharma tells you how Pak has failed the victim even in death.

Gravitas: Qandeel Baloch's killer cleared of all charges