Space junk as they are called has become a new concern for space agencies. Astronauts on the International Space Station carry out an avoidance maneuver to not get hit by a piece of debris floating in zero gravity, here's a short illustration on how the so-called space junk is formed, take a look.

Expanding problem of space debris: What is space junk? Why is it a problem?

The United States government has committed to ending practice of anti-satellite missile test in space. The Vice President who chairs the National Space Council Kamala Harris has announced a self-imposed ban on destructive tests.

US bans test of space weapons, Kamala Harris calls for global agreement

Indonesia, the current President of G20, has appointed 27-year-old popstar Maudy Ayunda as the country's G20 spokesperson. Ayunda has no experience in diplomacy. What explains her appointment?

Gravitas: Indonesia appoints popstar as G20 spokesperson

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: 6 killed & at least 20 injured in Kabul blasts

Ina bid to assist Ukraine, the United States, Britain, Canada and the European Union have pledged to send more military supplies to Kyiv and impose further sanctions on Moscow as the Russian invasion entered a new phase.

Russian invasion enters new phase: Allies pledge artillery, air defence aid to Ukraine

In Pakistan, 6 men have been sentenced to death for the lynching of Sri Lankan national Priyantha Kumara. But will Pakistan act against extremist groups - who fuel the angry mobs in the country? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Who is fueling the mob lynching in Pakistan?

The three consecutive failed rainy seasons has led to the shortage of water and pasture, decimating crops and causing high livestock deaths in the Eastern Africa.

East Africa faces severe drought, delayed rains further cause of worry

Australian scientists have embarked on an ambitious project to test printed solar panels with Tesla cars in a bid to tackle climate change.

The charge around Australia project to test printed solar panels with Tesla

A Russian-state TV is showing videos of 2 British prisoners of war. They have sought Boris Johnson's help for a 'prisoner swap'. But, UK Minister Brandon Lewis has 'ridiculed' them by saying 'They shouldn't have been there'. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: British Prisoners of War seek Boris Johnson's help

Wildfires in the United States' California are speeding up the snow melting process. Climate Change is also causing snow to melt faster than the usual.

US: Wildfires are speeding up the snow melting process in California

Iraq's capital Baghdad is witnessing third dust storm in two weeks. The storm has forced flights to be suspended.

Baghdad witnesses third dust storm in two weeks, flights suspended

Weather stations at India's capital New Delhi record high temperatures as Severe heatwave grips North India. Warm days are increasing every decade.

Severe heatwave grips North India, warm days increasing every decade

China said today that it has signed a security pact with the Solomon Islands. The US is mounting a diplomatic response. Molly Gambhir tells you why America is concerned.

Gravitas: China-Solomon Islands pact signed

British PM Boris Johnson is expected to arrive in India. The visit comes at a time when Johnson is surrounded by 'Partygate' controversy.

UK PM to get away with 'Partygate' heat as Johnson chooses diplomacy in India

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is facing 17 charges of espionage in US. Now, A UK court ordered WikiLeaks founder's extradition to US.

UK court orders WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition to US

Tourism industry in Greece was facing the heat of the pandemic from past few years. Now, it prepares for tourist season as Greek govt lifted COVID restrictions.

Greece prepares for tourist season as Greek govt lifts COVID restrictions

In France, the race for the presidential election is in its final days of campaigning. Days ahead of the final vote in one of the biggest economies, far-right candidate Marine Le Pen is trying to present a more moderate face to the voters.

French Presidential Election 2022: Macron's polling lead over Le Pen widens

United Kingdom's prime minister Boris Johnson has once again apologised for breaking the covid-19 rules. However, the opposition has called Johnson's apology 'a joke' and said a half-hearted apology is not enough.

UK PM Boris Johnson apologises to the parliament over lockdown breaches

G20 finance meeting is scheduled for today. Finance Ministers and Central bank governors are all set to assemble under one roof.

G20 Finance meeting today: Finance Ministers & Central bank governors to assemble

The highly speculated agreement that will likely help China get a stronger grip over the Pacific has now been signed. China announced on Tuesday that they have signed a security pact with the Solomon islands in what it calls to be an inter-governmental framework agreement between both the nations.

China signs pact with Soloman islands; Australia, US raise concerns

France Presidential Elections: Who will lead EU's second largest economy?

Authorities in the Chinese city of Shanghai are finding it hard to contain the latest virus flare-up that has pushed the city into panic mode. With daily rise in Covid-19 cases and virus-related deaths, Shanghai is currently witnessing one of the worst outbreaks since the start of the pandemic.

Shanghai's covid death toll rises to 17 despite China's 'Zero-Covid' approach

Indian PM Narendra Modi is expected to visit three European countries next month for key bilateral meetings. PM Modi is expected to participate in India-Nordic summit.

Indian PM Narendra Modi likely to meet leaders of Germany, Denmark, France to hold key bilateral meets

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.

Sri Lanka police open fire at protesters, 1 dead; US, UK, Canada envoys call for probe

Russia has demanded that Ukrainian forces hold up in a steel plant in Mariupol lay down their weapons whereas Ukraine vows to fight till end. Eastern Ukraine is now fast emerging as a new frontier in this war.

Russian airstrikes hit towns in Eastern Ukraine

If you were a headphone-wearing a music addict, who kept a keen note of everything happening on the radio in the early 2000s and early 2010s, chances are you found yourself dancing to the tracks of Jay Sean. The British-Asian star toured India recently, just minutes before his Mumbai concert WION had an exclusive chat with him, the hit-maker spoke about his love for India and more.

Indian-origin artist Jay Sean exclusive on his love for India, music and more | WION Exclusive

The Anti-terrorism court in Lahore has now sentenced six men to death and dozens more to jail terms for the brutal mob slaying of a Sri Lankan national. Priyantha Kumara was killed in December last year by workers at a sports equipment factory where he worked as a manager

Pak special court sentences six men to death for mob lynching of Sri Lankan national

As Sri Lanka plunges into its worst financial crisis in history, calls for the Rajapaksas' resignation grow louder. Mariam Wardak explains how the South Asian country found itself in the middle of this mess and the way out for Colombo in this week's South Asia Diary.

South Asia Diary | Sri Lanka Economic Crisis

As per sources, 36 cabinet members will take oath in Islamabad and PML-N to get a maximum number of portfolios. Pakistan's new prime minister Shehbaz Sharif is yet to unveil his new team. Will Shehbaz take all allies along?

Shehbaz Sharif yet to unveil his team, 36 cabinet ministers to take oath in Islamabad

India's wholesale inflation has surged to a 4-month high due to global inflation, and energy prices amid the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

India's wholesale inflation surges to a 4-month high

It has been two years since the Covid pandemic began in the March of 2020. There have been a number of changes since then in the world of human resources and hiring. The workers have worked into remote and hybrid forms of working and the recent professional changes including great resignation working from home and remote recruitment and onboarding have steered a dramatic shift in the work and management approach.

Impact of automation on jobs: Use of AI-based technology in hiring talent

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