Melania Trump is auctioning off some of her possessions from White House. Her team says some proceeds will go to charity. But some critics are not believing her. Palki Sharma tells you why

Gravitas: Why is Melania Trump auctioning her possessions from White House?

Around 100 Muslim women were listed for auction on an illegal Indian website. Cyber police has named an 18-year-old girl as the mastermind behind this 'auction'. How did a teenager unleash such hatred? How do we tackle this pandemic of hate? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Muslim women 'auctioned' in India

Kazakhstan has been gripped by turmoil. The scale of turbulence is unprecedented. The Prime Minister has resigned. The President has imposed a state of emergency. Russia has warned of foreign interference. Palki Sharma tells you what's happening.

Gravitas: Kazakhstan is in a 'state of emergency'

The Taliban have reportedly deployed suicide squads at the border with China and Tajikistan. Afghan youth are also being recruited for a special suicide battalion in the Afghan army. Palki Sharma tells you more about the Taliban's ruthless strategy.

Gravitas: Taliban deploy suicide squad at China border

India has reported its biggest surge since June 2021. The Omicron fuelled surge added 10 million new cases worldwide last week. The UK is restricting testing. Lockdown in China's Xi'an has led to chaos. Palki Sharma brings you the 10 big developments.

Gravitas: Omicron: Why India is preparing for a big surge

A vaccine exemption for Novak Djokovic has triggered backlash against Australian Open 2022. The world number one has been allowed to play despite being unvaccinated as India's Aman Dahiya was denied entry. Palki Sharma gets you a report

Gravitas: Djokovic's 'exemption' at Australian Open sparks outrage

After dominating the smartphone market in the 2000s, Blackberry is sailing into oblivion. Their devices will stop working on January 4th - one day after their rival Apple hit $3 trillion in market cap. Palki Sharma traces the tale of two brands.

Gravitas: Your Blackberry phones will stop working today

Elizabeth Holmes made billions from a device that promised to run hundreds of tests from just a single drop of blood. The technology didn't work. But Holmes still managed to dupe several high profile investors. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: This Entrepreneur made billions from an invention that didn't exist

'Made in China' products have a questionable reputation among customers. Now, countries too are calling out China. Nepal has grounded 6 Chinese Aircraft due to poor performance & high maintenance costs. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Nepal embarrasses China, grounds 6 Chinese Aircraft

Iran is issuing new threats to the US. Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi wants Former US President Donald Trump punished. He said Trump should be "prosecuted and killed" for ordering the drone strike that killed Qasem Soleimani. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Iran demands Trump be "prosecuted and killed"

The 5 big nuclear powers - the US, UK, Russia, China & France - have pledged to avoid nuclear war and pursue disarmament. At the same time, they continue to expand their arsenal in the name of 'modernization' Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: World powers pledge to avoid nuclear war

5,000 cranes have died in Israel due to the H5N1. Birdflu. 39 other countries are reporting outbreaks. Scientists say the Bird Flu is getting more aggressive & could become a serious health crisis. Palki Sharma decodes their assertions.

Gravitas: Bird Flu: The next big health crisis?

+The US has recorded over 1 million Covid cases +France has detected a new variant +Covid positive nurses were called to work in Australia +Mismanaged lockdowns are causing starvation in China Palki Sharma tells you how rich nations are adding to the pandemic chaos.

Gravitas: Will Rich Countries extend the Pandemic?

India's versatile paneer is trending on social media platforms. In the West, there is a sudden surge in demand for paneer. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Paneer is trending on social media. Here is why

A Canadian political scientist says America will be ruled by a right-wing dictator in 2030. Polls say a majority of Americans are disenchanted with democracy. Palki Sharma examines the collapse of American democracy.

Gravitas: America to have a dictator by 2030?

Chinese state media is pushing a video of PLA troops unfurling a Chinese flag in Galwan. Is Beijing trying to challenge India in the new year? How should India respond? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: PLA unfurls Chinese flag in Galwan

On New Year's Day, a defector crossed the Korean DMZ into North Korea. Seoul claims he was a North Korean who has returned back to his country. Palki Sharma tells you how this raises questions on South Korea's security posture.

Gravitas: North Korean defects back to North Korea

This year, Xi Jinping will claim a record 3rd term. But one crisis could ruin President Xi's big moment. The Evergrande debt crisis. Today, shares of the company were suspended from trading. Palki Sharma tells you how China's property market is struggling.

Gravitas: Will this crisis ruin 2022 for Xi Jinping?

Vietnam and The Philippines are likely to acquire India's BrahMos cruise missile. Palki Sharma tells you how the sale could boost India's defence export market and give India an edge over China.

Gravitas: Vietnam and The Philippines likely to acquire India's BrahMos missile

Has the Wuhan Virus weakened? So far, most of the Omicron infections worldwide have led to mild symptoms. Is that reason to be optimistic? Palki Sharma tells you why shouldn't let your guard down.

Gravitas: Has the Wuhan Virus weakened?

Sri Lanka's financial woes have forced it to shut three diplomatic missions. With record-high inflation and depleting foreign reserves, Colombo is facing a financial meltdown. Reports suggest it could even go bankrupt by the end of 2022. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka shuts 3 diplomatic missions as economic crisis gets worse

As the dust settles on 2021, take a look at the themes that will shape the year ahead. Will the pandemic end? Will you be able to travel? Will mental health become mainstream? Palki Sharma tells you what the broad trends will look like.

Gravitas: Trends that will rule 2022

For the world, the most popular New Year's resolution is either losing weight or saving money. What is your New Year's resolution? Palki Sharma tells you how to set achievable goals for 2022.

Gravitas: What is a good New Year resolution for 2022?

As the world gear up to celebrate the start of their New Year at the beginning of January, Palki Sharma takes a look at how other cultures and countries mark the beginning of a new year.

Gravitas: How different religions and cultures celebrate the New Year