Sri Lanka resentment against the economic austerity is escalating. The common man is on the streets across the south Asian country voicing anger against the government's mishandling of the economy. One of the protest sites has become the center of agitation after Sri Lankan police fired live ammunition killing one person which is also drawing foreign concerns.

Protester killing in Sri Lanka amid the ongoing economic crisis sparks foreign concern

Anti-government protesters were targeted in Sri Lanka. At least one person was killed when cops opened fire on a group of protesters. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Sri Lankan police opens fire on protesters

Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister spoke to WION on the current political & economic crisis that has gripped Sri Lanka.

Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister speaks to WION on the current political & economic crisis

As protests intensifies in the island nation amid the worsening economic situation and a worsening political crisis, Sri Lanka's embattled Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Tuesday proposed that '19th amendment is a necessity.'

Parliament reconvenes in Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka President acknowledges mistakes amid crisis

The parliament of the debt ridden south Asian nation Sri Lanka is all set to reconvene tomorrow but for now President Gotabaya has appointed 17 new cabinet ministers which comes amid widespread anti-govt protests .

Sri Lankan President appoints new cabinet, Parliament to reconvene tomorrow

Neither Macron, nor Le Pen: France erupts in protests against top presidential candidates ahead of elections

Sri Lankans suffer as economic crisis in the country worsens. After long power cuts, acute shortage of food and essentials that led to weeks of widespread anti government demonstrations, now the crisis in country has led to the implementation of fuel rationing

Bankrupt Sri Lanka rations fuel as economic crisis worsens

The police department in Grand Rapids, Michigan is facing severe criticism after a police officer shot dead an unarmed black man earlier this month. The incident has sparked protests across the city and demonstrators demand justice for Patrick Lyoya

Americans stage protest in Michigan over shooting of Patrick Lyoya

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: Protests amid rising inflation in Argentina

Protesters in Sri Lanka have decided that they've had enough. After weeks of protests on the streets, protesters have reached the gates of Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's office in Colombo.

Chants of 'Gota go home' grows louder, Sri Lanka protesters set up tents outside president's office

Day after Pakistan national assembly voted Imran Khan out of power, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers staged protests citing foreign conspiracy in ousting PM Imran Khan.

Thousands march in Imran Khan's support, stage protest across Pakistan

The Rajapaksa Government faces biggest street protest in Colombo against the economic and political crisis in Sri Lanka. In a bid to resolve the crisis, country's central bank is expediting the debt restructuring process, the organization will also seek financial assistance from the IMF

Dire economic and political crisis grip Sri Lanka, country readies to negotiate with IMF

Amid the ongoing economic crisis in the Island nation, Sri Lankan President is facing the biggest street protest in Colombo.

Calls for Gotabaya's exit grows louder in Sri Lanka, biggest protest in Colombo against the crisis

Sri Lankan President faces biggest street protest in Colombo amid economic crisis

President Rajapaksa has refused to step down amid the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka. The opposition has now threatened the government with a no-confidence vote.

Sri Lanka economic crisis: Opposition threatens no-confidence vote against the government

Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa lifted the state of emergency and the parliament session began despite the widespread resistance and also the growing calls for the president's resignation but Gotabaya has said that he will not step down despite the stiff resistance from the opposition and also from the people on the streets.

Gotabaya's ruling coalition in turmoil but he refuses to quit

President Rajapaksa refuses to step down. Sri Lanka Parliament speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena issues grim warning says that food, gas and electricity shortages will get worse and there will be very acute food shortages and starvation

Sri Lanka Political Chaos: President Rajapaksa refuses to step down

Thousands of Sudanese took to the streets protesting against the military rule in the country. The demonstrations also marked the third anniversary that led to the toppling of the former Sudanese president Omar Hassan Ahmad al-Bashir's government.

Protesters demand full civilian rule in Sudan, thousands rally to mark 3 years of ousting Bashir govt

Protests in Peru over rising fuel prices enters second week as violent clashes between the protestors and police continue. A farm worker has been shot dead during the clash and at least four others have lost their life during anti-government protests

Protestors-Police clash in Peru turns violent, farmer shot dead during clash

Sri Lanka Parliament speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena issues grim warning says that food, gas and electricity shortages will get worse and there will be very acute food shortages and starvation

Sri Lankan Lawmaker issues grim warning says food, gas & electricity shortages will get worse

Peruvian President Pedro Castillo says "We are moving to the presidential office to sign and cancel curfew". Protestors in Lima celebrate the end of curfew

Peruvian President  Castillo revokes curfew in Lima, protestors celebrate the decision

In a latest update from Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will not be resigning. However, the anti-Rajapaksa protests continue over power cuts, food shortage. The island nation is also facing economic crisis and fallout on tourism.

Sri Lanka Chaos: President Rajapaksa won't be resigning, demonstrations intensify

Sri Lanka's economic crisis explodes, Rajapaksa Government in disarray as crisis deepens. Streets of the island nation go dark as food & fuel run out. Protestors call on the President to resign.

Sri Lanka's economic crisis explodes: Protests continue over power cuts, food shortage

Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa invited the opposition to join a Unity Government and formed a temporary cabinet after 26 ministers quit.

Sri Lanka: 4 new cabinet ministers sworn-in amid the ongoing unrest over the economic crisis

The Rajapaksa family's grip on power is being tested. Angry protesters are blaming them for the economic crisis. In response, the Rajapaksas have invited the opposition to join an interim government. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why the plan may not work.

Gravitas: Will the Rajapaksa dynasty crumble?

Sri Lanka Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa hits out at the Rajapaksa government, says not willing to form Unity Government with corrupt people under any circumstances. Protests continue over power cuts, food shortage.

Economic crisis in Sri Lanka triggers political chaos, new finance minister resigns

Sri Lanka Chaos: Protests continue over power cuts, food shortage

Sri Lanka: New cabinet ministers sworn in after 26 ministers quit over the economic crisis

Sri Lanka crisis: Main Opposition rejects President Gotabaya Rajyapaksa's proposal to share power and form Unity Government. President invited all political parties to accept posts

Sri Lanka crisis: Opposition rejects President Rajyapaksa's proposal to form unity government

Sri Lanka: New cabinet ministers sworn in amid the ongoing unrest over the economic crisis

Amid the ongoing unrest over the economic crisis in Sri Lanka and public outrage, Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa meets with the President.

Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa meets with President amid the ongoing unrest over economic crisis

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