After a spike in cases, South Korea is planning to import anti-viral medicine. French car maker Renault has announced plans to cut 15,000 jobs. WION's Palki brings you the top developments on the Coronavirus outbreak for Friday.

Coronavirus outbreak: The top developments for May 29th | Gravitas

The Wuhan Coronavirus has infected more than 47,00,000 people in the world. India has reported more than 96,000 confirmed cases.

Gravitas: Coronavirus: More than 47,00,000 infected worldwide

China's Ambassador to Israel died due to natural causes. But, the sudden death of the diplomat has triggered conspiracy theories. WION's Palki gets you the story.

Gravitas: Death of a Chinese Ambassador triggers conspiracy theories

China is feeling the heat of global anger. At the World Health Assembly today, more than 100 countries backed a resolution for an investigation into the coronavirus outbreak. WION's Palki tells you how Xi Jinping tried to repair the damage to China's reputation.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping finds a face-saver, agrees to Covid probe

Leading countries are building pressure on China. Australia has called for an international probe. The US is supporting Taiwan's bid for an observer status at the WHO. WION's Palki assesses what India's strategy for China should be.

Gravitas: What should be India's strategy for China?

The US and China are locked in a battle to make a coronavirus vaccine. WION's Palki tells you why both countries are battling each other to get to a vaccine or a cure first.

US v/s China: The race to make a Coronavirus vaccine first | Gravitas

Former Pakistani Cricketer Shahid Afridi was slammed by Indian cricketers for his remarks on Kashmir & Prime Minister Modi. WION's Palki tells you some questions that Afridi should instead ask Pak PM Imran Khan.

Gravitas: Shahid Afridi's 'hit-wicket'

China's moves to exercise more control over Hong Kong is being met with a backlash once again. The pro-democracy protesters have resumed their campaign.

Gravitas: China tightens grip on Hong Kong

Qatar & Kuwait have announced jail-terms for those not wearing masks. Meanwhile doctors & nurses turned their backs on Belgium's Prime Minister in a silent protest. WION's Palki gets you the big global developments for Monday.

Coronavirus: The big global developments for May 18 | Gravitas

Jackfruit is stealing the hearts of vegans & vegetarians in the west. WION's Palki gets you a report on this humble Indian fruit's journey to fame.

Jackfruit: 2020's new superfood? | Gravitas

The India-Nepal border dispute is only escalating. The Nepal cabinet has endorsed a new political map which puts disputed territories within Nepal's borders.

Gravitas: India-Nepal border dispute escalates

Unemployment claims in the United Kingdom have risen by 69%. Meanwhile a glitch led to 350 people in Singapore receiving an accidental message that they had tested positive again. WION's Palki gets you the big headlines on the Coronavirus outbreak for Tuesday.

Coronavirus: 10 big global developments for May 19 | Gravitas

Nepal has approved a new political map showing disputed lands as Nepalese territory. The Prime Minister of Nepal has denied claiming disputed territories at China's behest. Then, Why did the Nepalese govt did not explore a diplomatic solution? WION's Palki tells you why a dialogue could have settled the dispute.

Gravitas: Nepal ups the ante against India

Masks have become a must-have accessory amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Now, brands are offering masks that match your outfit. WION's Palki gets you a report on this emerging trend.

Masks: An emerging fashion trend? | Gravitas

The U.S President has revealed that he has been taking hydroxychloroquine for a week. Why is the American President taking unproven cures?

Gravitas: Why is Trump taking hydroxychloroquine?

US President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Trump is threatening to pull US funding to the WHO permanently. WION's Palki tells you how the US - China fight has dominated the World Health Assembly.

Gravitas: US - China fight dominates World Health Assembly

China has lashed out at Australia for demanding a global investigation into Coronavirus outbreak. It has imposed a 80% tariff on barley imports from Australia. WION's Palki tells you how China's relationship with Australia is inching closer to a breakup.

China v/s Australia: The knives are out | Gravitas

Hollywood star Jackie Chan sent a message to India, via the Chinese Ambassador In India. WION's Palki tells you more about China's attempts at an image makeover.

Gravitas: China enlists Jackie Chan for its PR Campaign

Its a vindication of WION's reportage. A Chinese official has admitted to destroying early coronavirus samples. WION's Palki tells you more.

Big admission from China: Virus samples were destroyed | Gravitas

The Wuhan Coronavirus has infected more than 48,00,000 people worldwide. In India alone, there are more than 1,00,000 confirmed cases. WION's Palki gets you the latest numbers.

Wuhan Coronavirus: More than 48,00,000 infected globally | Gravitas

What has triggered the new spate of violence in Afghanistan during this pandemic? Who stands to gain from the bloodshed?

Gravitas: No end to violence in Afghanistan

After a face-off in Sikkim, Chinese choppers were spotted near the line of actual control close to Ladakh. Amid a pandemic, China is asserting its claim over different territories. But two countries are pushing back.

Gravitas: Chinese choppers spotted near Ladakh

Is big pharma putting profits before lives? WION's Palki tells you how soaring drug prices could keep future coronavirus treatments out of the hands of the mass population.

Coronavirus: Big pharma putting profits before lives? | Gravitas

In a bid to copy India, Pakistan's national radio broadcaster decided to a carry a weather report from India's Ladakh region. The report however ended up embarrassing Pakistan's state broadcaster.

Gravitas: Pakistan fails miserably in 'weather war'