President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia will deploy the nuclear-capable missile Sarmat by the end of 2022. Last week, Putin had said that Russia will use nuclear weapons to defend its sovereignty. How serious is Putin's latest nuclear threat? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin: Russia will use nukes to defend sovereignty

China is battling what's being called the worst floods in decades. Several southern provinces have been inundated, roads and houses have collapsed and crops have been lost. China has not revealed the total number of deaths. Palki Sharma brings you a report

Gravitas: Floods inundate China's southern provinces

After Egypt & Jordan, Saudi Crown Prince MBS has landed in Turkey to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This is his first visit to Turkey since the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. What's the aim of the visit? What's in it for Erdogan? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Saudi Crown Prince meets Erdogan in Turkey

A 5.9 magnitude quake has killed over 1,000 people in Afghanistan. The tremors have reduced scores of homes to rubble. The Taliban has launched relief Ops, but its struggling due to a lack of resources. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan

Starting July, social media influencers will have to pay TDS on freebies. The rule will apply if the freebies are retained by the influencers. The 10% TDS rule will also apply to doctors. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Social media influencers will now need to pay TDS on freebies

Local currencies around the world are losing value against a resurgent dollar. But the Russian Rouble has defied expectations to become the best-performing currency in the world. Palki Sharma tells you how Russia managed this feat.

Gravitas: Russian Rouble surges as Asian currencies slide

China is reportedly using its COVID-19 app to stifle dissent in parts of the country. Eric Njoka tells you how Beijing is using the pandemic to create one of the world's most sophisticated surveillance network.

WION Fineprint | Chinese health tracker now a surveillance tool?

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck southeastern Afghanistan. At least, a thousand people have been killed and over 1,500 are injured. The earthquake struck about 44 kilometers from the city of Khost near the border with Pakistan.

5. 9 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan, houses turn to rubble after landslides and quake

A limited package of new gun reform proposals may soon become law in the United States. Democrats and Republicans in the senate have now agreed on a bipartisan bill in the wake of the long series of devastating mass shootings.

United States: Bipartisan gun reform unveiled

Texas's director of public safety says his department has compelling evidence to prove that Texas Shooting response was an abject failure of the law enforcement officials. Simon Marks gets you this report with Susan Tehrani.

United States: Police response an 'abject failure' in Texas Shooting case

Inflation in the US has touched a 40-year-high, and the rising prices are now affecting America's kitchens. WION's Susan Tehrani gets you this report.

US inflation shows no signs of slowing down

A Swedish city has come up with Smart Roads in a bid to tackle the climate crisis. Currently being used for only airport buses, these roads will soon charge electric vehicles on the move. Simon Marks gets you this report.

Swedish island comes up with 'Smart Road'

After witnessing a temporary relief on Tuesday, Global Stock Markets once again tumbled today on global recession fears. Oil prices and shares have hit the skids as the persistent palpitations about rising interest rates and recessions struck again.

Fears of global recession mount; stock, oil market rumble

Israel is moving closer to a fifth election in almost four years after lawmakers gave an initial nod to dissolve parliament. The Knesset voted unanimously to dissolve in a preliminary reading, the dissolution bill is expected to be finalized next week.

Israeli Knesset votes to dissolve; coalition partners vows to block Netanyahu comeback

Major disruption continues meanwhile to the rail network in the UK after Tuesday's strike action. Talks are underway between unions and rail bosses to try and reach a deal in a row over pay reforms and working conditions.

UK Rail Strike disruptions continues, 'it will harm businesses,' says UK PM Boris Johnson

As the pressure continues over UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Conservative Party as voting takes place in by-elections in two constituencies.

Johnson faces double verdict: Will ongoing railway strike influence voters?

'Work smart not hard' masters the art of doing more in less time, follow the 80/20 principle for the perfect work-life balance, these are a few tips to lead a well-rounded life. The pressure of excelling at work, meeting out fitness and heath goals, spending time with our near and dear ones are on the list, but 'where is the time' ? Finding it difficult to strike the perfect work-life balance, well, you are not alone! How about you 80/20 your life?

The Good Life: Decoding the 80/20 rule for the “perfect life”- is it realistic?

US senators unveiled a bipartisan bill on Tuesday and took an initial step towards country's first major gun-control legislation in decades. The proposal has backing of 10 Republican senators.

US senators unveil 80-page bipartisan bill on gun safety

Emmanuel Macron's ensemble failed to win an absolute majority in parliamentary elections. Recently, Macron held talks with opposition leaders. Is he hoping to make new allies?

Emmanuel Macron meets opposition, seeks to avert political deadlock

15 people have been killed in Ukraine after Russia strikes the city of Kharkiv. Kyiv says this is part of Moscow's strategy to deflect forces from the Donbas region. Olly Barratt gets you the full story.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Intense fighting in Luhansk region

UK Inflation hits 9.1%, the highest in the last 40 years. This comes as food and energy prices continue to surge at a rapid speed. How is it impacting the lives of citizens? Laura Makin brings us this report with Olly Barrat.

Ukraine war driving inflation across the United Kingdom

An Islamist mob stormed a yoga event organised by the Indian mission in the capital of the Maldives. Reports have linked the mob to the main opposition party behind the 'India Out' campaign. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Islamist mob storms Yoga event in Malé

At least 80 people have died, and millions have been affected in Assam after floods ravaged India's north-eastern state. Why does Assam flood every year? Who is responsible for these yearly deaths? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Assam floods: 80 dead, millions affected

Singapore has announced a $1.1 billion dollar stimulus package to tackle the cost-of-living crisis. Do stimulus packages work during periods of high inflation? Why are other countries not announcing similar schemes? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Singapore announces $1.1 bn inflation relief package

Israel is set to hold its fifth election in less than four years after the ruling coalition's decision to dissolve parliament. How are people reacting to this endless cycle of polls? What does it mean for Israel's foreign policy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Israel set for fifth election in under 4 years

A Gallup survey has found that employees today are more stressed than ever before. 44% of workers experience stress at work daily, 60% feel emotionally detached at their jobs, 19% of workers are miserable. What is contributing to workplace stress? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Workers worldwide are more stressed than ever before

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!

Gravitas Global Headlines: India: Opposition picks Prez candidate; Macron rejects PM's resignation

Sri Lanka continues to reel under unprecedented economic crisis. Amid the turmoil, Indian delegation is going to visit Sri Lanka on Thursday and are expected to meet Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Economic Crisis: Indian delegates to meet Sri Lankan PM and President to assess Lanka's ground situation

The Lankan cabinet has passed the 21st amendment to its constitution. It seeks to reduce the Presidency to a ceremonial post. The move comes as Colombo begins talks with the IMF for another bailout. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Lanka tries to curtail Gotabaya Rajapaksa's powers

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck south eastern Afghanistan overnight. At least, 920 people have been killed and over 600 are injured. The earthquake struck about 44 kilometers from the city of Khost near the border with Pakistan, tremors were reportedly felt by about 190 million people in Pakistan, Afghanistan and India.

Powerful earthquake jolts Afghanistan; 950 killed and 600 injured

In a bid to end a dispute with the UK government, the Taliban released five UK nationals from detention. The British government expressed regret over the episode, offered apologies to the authorities in Kabul.

Taliban releases five UK nationals, aims to resolve discord with UK

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