#IndiaOut protests in the Maldives are gathering steam. Former President Abdulla Yameen has become the face of the protest. But reports claim, lawmakers in Male are considering a law that could criminalise the #IndiaOut campaign. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Will Maldives criminalise #IndiaOut Protests?

Canada's Freedom Convoy protest is growing in size & strength. Truckers have gridlocked Canada's capital Ottawa. The movement is no longer just about Covid restrictions but also against PM Justin Trudeau's leadership. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Truckers protest turns into anti-Trudeau movement

India has refused to pick a side in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. It abstained from a vote at the UNSC on discussing the issue. Was it the right move? Should India have taken a stand? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Russia Vs Ukraine: India abstains from UNSC vote

The Sue Gray report has confirmed what most Britons already knew - the reckless and toxic culture at Downing Street. Despite the slip-ups and cover-ups, Boris Johnson has refused to resign. Palki Sharma brings you the finer points of the Sue Gray report.

Gravitas: "Zero shame": UK tabloids tear into Boris Johnson

In a first, The UAE has introduced a Federal Corporate tax. The tax-haven expects businesses to start paying tax starting June, 2023. Will this force corporates to move out of Dubai? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: In a first, UAE introduces federal corporate tax

India's 2022 budget is tailored for the long-term with a focus on climate action, mental health and start-ups. What are the 6 big positives of this budget? Has India moved on from the era of grand populist budgets? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: India's budget 2022: The hits and misses

In this year's budget, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to double down on spending commitments. The economy needs a booster shot of bold reforms. Has the budget delivered that? Palki Sharma brings you the top 10 highlights.

Gravitas: Budget 2022: India to spend big to spur growth

Justin Trudeau and his family moved to an undisclosed location amid massive protests by anti-vax truckers. Netizens are reminding Trudeau of the time he lectured the Indian government on the farmers' protests. Has Trudeau forgotten his own advice? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Trudeau flees as protesting truckers besiege Ottawa

North Korea test-fired 7 missiles in January 2022 alone. The 7th test has sent alarm bells ringing. On Sunday, Pyongyang launched the Hwasong-12 missile which has South Asia and Guam within striking range. The test is being called a 'wake-up call'. Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Wake-up Call? North Korea test-fires 7th missile in 1 month

Pakistan is eyeing another $3 billion loan from China. Imran Khan is expected to visit Beijing next week to make the request. Has beg, borrow, repeat become Pakistan's mantra? Here's what Palki Sharma has to say.

Gravitas: Pak to borrow $3 Billion more from China

UAE has intercepted a Houthi missile. This is the third time the Houthi rebels have fired a missile into UAE from Yemen. It comes during Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to UAE. Palki Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: UAE intercepts ballistic missile from Yemen's Houthi rebels

Will the Winter Olympics be a superspreader event? Beijing has reported its highest number of Wuhan virus cases in 18 months. Out of 8,000 people that have come for the games - 211 have tested positive. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Covid-19 breaches Beijing Olympics bubble

Researchers from IIT Madras have identified a gene variant that makes people susceptible to diabetes and hypertension. The variant has been found in 15% of Indian population. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: Researchers identify gene variant that makes Indians susceptible to diabetes

35-year-old Rafael Nadal overcame a long-standing injury to clinch his 21st Grand Slam title in Melbourne. What can we learn from Nadal's comeback? What qualities make a true champion? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: What can we learn from Rafael Nadal's triumph?

Russian soldiers have surrounded Ukraine on all sides. Moscow has moved blood supplies near Ukraine's border and boosted its troop levels. Is Vladimir Putin poised to attack Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you more

Gravitas: Ukraine crisis: Moscow boosts troop levels around Ukrainian border

9-year-old Mompha Junior from Nigeria has been dubbed the world's youngest billionaire. Where did young Mompha earn his billions from? How are kids making multimillion-dollar empires through the internet? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Meet the world's youngest billionaire

Online dating has become the new normal. Thousands are finding love online. Many are also being scammed, used for money laundering. Americans lost $500Mn in 2021. People above 60 lost significantly more money. Palki Sharma has the details.

Gravitas: Online dating scams surge during the pandemic

Iranian state broadcaster was hacked on Thursday. Dissents hijacked the broadcast - and called for the death of Iran's Supreme Leader. Tehran is blaming an old enemy for the hack. Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Iran State TV hacked, broadcast calls for Khamenei's death

Scientists in Wuhan have flagged a deadlier coronavirus found in bats from South Africa. They say the virus is one mutation away from infecting humans. Its mortality rate is around 33%. Palki Sharma tells you how the world must respond.

Gravitas: Wuhan scientists flag deadlier coronavirus

Vladimir Putin has two options: Risk massive casualties by attacking Ukraine or announce a humiliating retreat. How did Putin squander his early advantage in the military stand-off? Did the president overplay his hand? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Has Putin overplayed his hand?

Speaking to Palki Sharma, Ukraine's Ambassador to the UK Vadym Prystaiko slammed Germany's response to the Russian build-up and called on India to "take interest in European affairs". Here is a Gravitas exclusive.

Gravitas: Ukraine crisis: Top Ukrainian Diplomat bats for India's involvement

Is Russia engineering a change of guard in Kyiv? The United Kingdom has claimed the Kremlin is looking to install a pro-Russian leader as Ukraine's President. Is Moscow planning to strike the Ukrainian Government from within? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine Crisis: Kremlin planning regime change in Kiev?

India hosted its first ever summit with Central Asian countries. The situation in Afghanistan topped the agenda. What are the key takeaways? Palki Sharma brings you the highlights.

Gravitas: India-Central Asian countries discuss situation in Afghanistan

A mysterious space object has spooked astronomers. The unknown object is beaming out radio signals every 18 minutes. What is this object? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: A mysterious space object has spooked astronomers