Encounter between Terrorists and security forces in Kashmir's Pulwama district is an ongoing operation of the Indian security forces. As per the tweet put out by Kashmir police, two terrorists of LeT who killed late TV actor Amreen Bhat have been trapped by the officials

India: Surge in terrorism in Kashmir, 35-year-old actor shot dead

The US President Joe Biden will be travelling to Texas and would try to console the families of the young victims killed in the elementary school shooting.

Texas Shooting: President Joe Biden to console grieving families

UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled US $18.85 billion worth cost-of-living bailout package to help millions of people struggling with the worst cost-of-living crisis in decades.

United Kingdom: Energy bills to be cut by hundreds for households, Rishi Sunak unveils new package

From police killings to mass shootings, America witnesses it all on a daily basis. The Texas school shooting has been one of the deadliest in American history, 19 children and two teachers were killed after a gunman opened fire at the school.

NRA: Most powerful group lobbying for gun owner rights

If you are a parent, you would understand how difficult it is to protect your child in a digital world. Social Media addiction is becoming more commonplace now, teenagers are among the biggest consumers of social media while it is also consuming them, however, if you live in California there is help at hand.

Social media addiction in Children: Who is responsible?

Male TV presenters in Afghanistan are taking a stand for their female colleagues as they have now started covering their faces with masks before presenting the news, here's why!

Afghanistan: Medical masks to protest against Taliban's new rule

The new Australian government is taking its pledge on improving its climate change policies rather seriously. On Thursday the new foreign minister Penny Wong said Australia will unveil a more ambitious carbon emissions target very soon and will bid to co-host a COP summit with its Pacific Island neighbors soon as well

New Australian govt starts work on climate pledges

Latin American leaders address the challenges that the world's biggest rainforest Amazon is facing. The leaders spoke at a meeting held during the World Economic Forum in Davos

DAVOS 2022: Latin American leaders discuss challenges Amazon is facing

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has been criticized time and again for climate inaction and he has now signed a decree which aims to increase fines on illegal timber supply in order to check the rampant deforestation in the Amazon rainforest

Brazil steps up climate action: Imposes heavy penalty on illegal timber supply

The United Nations says that 4 million people have been impacted in Bangladesh by the worst floods in nearly two decades. Heavy tains swell two main border rivers in Bangladesh

Climate change makes floods ferocious in Bangladesh

The US special Presidential envoy for climate John Kerry announced on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum that India has joined the first movers coalition which is a global initiative aimed at decarbonizing the heavy industry and long distance transport sectors

WEF 2022: First movers coalition aims to decarbonize sectors

Somalia is facing one of its worst droughts in 40 years. This comes after monsoons fail to arrive for the fourth consecutive season. More than 6 million Somalis are in urgent need of aid

Monsoons fail to arrive in Somalia for the 4th consecutive season

After months of instability and a regime change, the political crisis is showing no signs of easing. The ousted Prime Minister of the country Imran Khan has emerged as a big headache for the ruling Shehbaz Sharif government.

Freedom March in Pakistan: Why did Imran Khan abort his battle for power?

Tajikistan is scheduled to host a regional security summit on Afghanistan, the meeting is to be held later this week in Tajikistan's capital and will be attended by representatives from countries in the region; India would be represented by the National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.

India to bat for inclusive Afghanistan government at Dushanbe meet

Over four years have passed since the Rohingya first started fleeing to Bangladesh. In 2017, the persecuted community was welcomed by the local people but as time passed, the Bangladeshis started getting anxious, here's why!

Rohingya refugees triggering socio-economic crisis in Bangladesh?

China is all set to dramatically expand its footprint in the South Pacific. With its latest five-year deal with the Asian nation, it is offering security and economic cooperation to ten islands of the region

China's 5-yr-plan for 10 Pacific islands

Hollywood Defamation Trial: Actor Johnny Depp has taken to the stand again to testify and refute ex-wife Amber Heard's claims of abuse, watch this report for more.

'It's ridiculous,' Johnny Depp refutes ex-wife Amber Heard's testimony in defamation trial

Tributes have been pouring in for the victims of the Texas school shooting most of whom were fourth graders aged 10 years. Old heartbreaking details of the victims emerged as their families took to social media to share their memories.

Texas shooting: Tributes pour in for young victims

Sweden and Finland are trying to overcome Turkey's strong objections to the Nordic nations bids to join NATO. Swedish and Finnish delegations visited Turkey after submitting their written applications to join NATO last week.

'Talks will clarify misunderstandings,' Sweden and Finland attempt to overcome Turkey's objection

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news,&nbsp;Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-finance-minister-rishi-sunak-unveils-18-billion-cost-of-living-bailout-package-482383">UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout</a>

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The announcement comes after officials about soaring energy costs, by more than 40 per cent, this Autumn following the Russia-Ukraine war.

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According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-president-putins-ally-says-ukraine-closedpoland-next-in-a-chilling-new-video-482354">Russian President Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’ in new video</a>

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Chechen strongman and an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ramzan Kadyrov, has warned Poland to "better take back your weapons" from Ukraine as he is ready to attack the European country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-claims-it-has-no-intention-to-build-military-base-in-solomon-islands-482399">China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands</a>

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The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation.

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Professor David Heymann, who chairs a World Health Organization expert group on infectious threats to global health, believes that the virus has been present in the UK for the last two to three years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-indian-mens-hockey-team-enter-knockouts-with-16-0-demolition-over-indonesia-eliminate-pakistan-482405">Asia Cup: India enter knockouts with 16-0 demolition over Indonesia</a>

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It couldn't have gotten better for India's young men's hockey team as they demolished hosts Indonesia 16-0 to qualify for the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2022 editions on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/russians-kill-ukrainians-filmmakers-protest-on-cannes-red-carpet-against-the-invasion-482257">Cannes 2022: Ukrainian filmmakers protest against the Russian invasion</a>

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Before the screening of their film 'Butterly Vision,' Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechni along with the whole crew of his movie gave a reminder about the crisis Ukraine is going through after the Russian invasion.

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The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/powerful-72-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-southern-peru-482387">Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru</a>

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The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wheat-how-important-is-it-to-the-world-and-why-has-india-banned-its-export-482315">WATCH | Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export?</a>

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Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider.

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news, Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony. UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout The announcement comes after officials about soaring energy costs, by more than 40 per cent, this Autumn following the Russia-Ukraine war. Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting. Russian President Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’ in new video Chechen strongman and an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ramzan Kadyrov, has warned Poland to "better take back your weapons" from Ukraine as he is ready to attack the European country. China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation. Was monkeypox already circulating in UK? Scientists have interesting answers Professor David Heymann, who chairs a World Health Organization expert group on infectious threats to global health, believes that the virus has been present in the UK for the last two to three years. Asia Cup: India enter knockouts with 16-0 demolition over Indonesia It couldn't have gotten better for India's young men's hockey team as they demolished hosts Indonesia 16-0 to qualify for the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2022 editions on Thursday. Cannes 2022: Ukrainian filmmakers protest against the Russian invasion Before the screening of their film 'Butterly Vision,' Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechni along with the whole crew of his movie gave a reminder about the crisis Ukraine is going through after the Russian invasion. Man pays $4,255 for Tellytubby toy after son accused of breaking it in Hong Kong store The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit. Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface. WATCH | Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export? Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

Top 10 news: Sales of bulletproof backpacks up in US, Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’, and more

Researchers from Japan have developed a robotic ‘sixth finger’. Finger has been created by researchers studying how brains react to new body part.

Scientists in Japan develop robotic 'sixth finger' for human augmentation

Professional clowns cheered up Lima’s streets to celebrate the Peruvian Clown Day. Why do Peruvians celebrate clown day?

Clowns parade through Lima's streets for Peruvian Clown Day

Many parts of the world are reporting the rare monkeypox outbreak. The US reported its first case, and Britain reported close to 10 cases.

Predominant in African countries, cases of rare monkeypox surface in various countries including US

Rare monkeypox outbreak: The US reports the first case of monkeypox

Monkeypox is a rare viral infection, but 11 countries report confirmed cases of this infection. The disease is now raising alarm in Europe, Australia and US. WHO has called an emergency meeting as cases are increasing.

Monkeypox: New viral infection raises alarm

Spike in Monkeypox cases is raising concerns around the world. The viral infection that is endemic to Central and Western Asia, has now spread across Europe.

UK: Monkeypox cases rises to 57, UK authorities issue advisory amidst spike

Amid the covid-19 pandemic, a new viral infection is raising concerns around the world. Cases of Monkeypox are being reported across Europe and several other countries, the infection has now made its way to West Asia.

Israel reports first case of Monkeypox, alarm over new infection

Monkeypox- cases of the viral disease are surging around the world and people are curious of what happens when you search on the internet for monkeypox, here's what we found, take a look at this.

Homophobic media coverage of Monkeypox

Monkey pox is a rare viral infection, it occurs mostly in Central and Western Africa. The disease is now raising alarm after marking an unusual outbreak in Europe

Monkeypox outbreak in Europe: Spain and Portugal detect more than 40 cases

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!

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During the Quad summit on Tuesday, China and Russia conducted a joint military drill. The US says the military exercise was planned in advance. Japan has called the drills a provocation. Palki Sharma tells you how Russia & China are challenging the Quad.

Gravitas: China and Russia draw battle lines for Quad

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