China's civil affairs university has announced a new undergraduate marriage program. What's the aim? What has the reaction been like? Molly Gambhir gets you the complete story.

Gravitas: A new undergraduate marriage program in China

#Gravitas | An explosive new report claims that Pakistani Army is running a top secret campaign against dissenters in the country. The report says that the powerful military has enlisted thousands of officers to create fake social media accounts with the aim of proliferating pro-military messages and level threats against critics of the army.

Gravitas: Pak Army's Top Secret Campaign Against Judges, Activists: Report

#Gravitas | At least 13 people have lost their lives in a clash between protestors and security forces over the high cost of living and the country’s general economic crisis. More than 300 protesters have been arrested and 24-hour curfews are imposed in four northern states following reports of looting of government and public properties. Watch in for more details!

Nigeria protests: 13 killed in violent clashes | Gravitas

Russia and the Western countries have exchanged 26 high-profile International prisoners in the biggest swap of its kind after the Cold War. Turkey mediated the landmark exercise. Watch in for more details!

Russia-US prisoner swap: Biden & Harris greet returning Americans in emotional homecoming

Venezuela is in a state of Crisis opposition leader María Corina Machado who is now in hiding after being threatened with arrest has called for protests in every single city of Venezuela to denounce the disputed reelection of President Nicholas Maduro. Watch in for more details!

Venezuela post-election tensions simmer: Opposition leader Machado calls for protests Saturday

Russia-West prisoner swap: Complex negotiations involving multiple countries

Israeli military says its July strikes killed the mastermind behind October 7 attacks. Hamas, however has denied these claims.

Israel says it killed Mohammed Deif | The West Asia Post

Hezbollah announced the death of its top commander Fuad Shukr in an Israeli strike on Lebanon's capital city. Shukr's killing is deemed to be Hezbollah's biggest loss since 2008. Israel says it is ready for any scenario. Watch to know more.

Hezbollah: War with Israel has entered a new phase | The West Asia Post

While world leaders are trying to avert an all-out war in West Asia. Palestinians are fighting their battles not only in Gaza, but also at the Olympics. Let's look at the key moments so far that highlight Palestinian resilience at the sporting event.

Palestinians' wider role at Olympics | The West Asia Post

Andy Murray said he was retiring "on my terms" as his trophy-filled career came to an emotional end at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, closing another chapter on tennis's golden generation.

Paris Olympics 2024: Andy Murray's Tennis career ends with defeat in men's doubles Q/F

Katie Ledecky has become the most decorated female swimmer of all time and Canada's Summer McIntosh claimed her second gold medal in Paris. Canada's Mcintosh fended off a strong field in the women's 200 M butter butterfly final. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024: Canada swimmer Summer McIntosh wins second gold in Paris

The African nation of Nigeria is facing a cost of living crisis, and President Bola Tinubu's government is under fire for economic mismanagement. Watch in for more details!

Nigeria Protests: Nigerians demonstrate against financial & economic hardships

Imagine a future where your Smartwatch not only tracks your steps but also warns you of potential illnesses like Covid-19 or the flu. Watch in for more details!

Smartwatch with special sensors reveals early signs of Covid, Flu

Nigeria's cost of living crisis: Nigerians call for Tinubu's ouster over poor governance

As international pressure on the South American leader to be "transparent" with the vote results grows, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pledged to make public all of the vote tallies from a contentious election that took place over the weekend.

Anti-Maduro protests in Venezuela | Overwhelming evidence Venezuela opposition won election, says US

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned social media companies that they must uphold laws that prohibit the incitement of violence online after misinformation around a fatal mass stabbing earlier in the week sparked violent scenes.

UK PM Keir Starmer announces police unit to counter violence

Nigerians protest against cost of living: Protesters raise their voice over Govt reforms

US-Russia prisoner swap: Russia releases WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich days after conviction

Tensions in West Asia are at an all-time high after the deaths of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh and the Hezbollah leader Fuad Shukr. Iran has warned of a retaliatory attack and there are two scenarios that are likely here- Iran could either opt for a staggered response or undertake immediate coordinated attacks with the help of its proxies. Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: Iran and its proxies plan retaliation attack against Israel

West Asia on the brink of war, Israel looking at a far more aggressive Iran

#Gravitas | As per reports, India has commenced the third phase of the strategic India, China border roads (ICBR) project which aims to improve road connectivity in eastern Ladakh. This will allow swifter movement of security forces and equipment along the line of actual control.

Gravitas: India boosting security along China border

#Gravitas | Several Gulf countries, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, have warned Islamabad about Pakistani nationals' inappropriate and problematic behaviour overseas. From poor work ethics to rising criminal activity, these countries have raised serious reservations about opening the door to nationals from Pakistan.

Gravitas: Pak Nationals Earn Reputation as Beggars,Criminals Overseas | Gulf Nations Warn Islamabad

#Gravitas | Is china preparing to invade Taiwan in 2027? This question stems from a series of strategic moves and statements from Chinese President Xi Jinping which suggest a significant shift in china’s military posture and capabilities.

Gravitas: China prepares for military solution to Taiwan in 2027

#Gravitas | In what could come as a significant development, the Supreme Court of India called for states to identify the creamy layer among the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/STs) to take them out of the fold of reservation.

Gravitas: Indian Supreme Court's Landmark Verdict on SC, ST Quota, 'Exclude creamy layer ...'

#Gravitas | In an emergency meeting of Iran's supreme national security council on Wednesday, the supreme leader ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued orders for an attack on Israel. What remains unclear is how forcefully Iran will respond. Where and how will Iran hit Israel?

West Asia Crisis: Where will Iran hit Israel?

The political gridlock in France persists and Paris is hosting the Olympics. Still, in the middle of all of this, the French President is being scrutinized for allegedly taking a summer break. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024: Macron leaves Paris mid-Olympics to spend time with family

The former President agreed to a live event with the National Association of Black Journalists it did not start on a good note. Watch in for more details!

US Elections 2024: Trump spars with reporters at Black Journalists' Conference

Former Junta leader in Guinea has been convicted of a massacre. A court found Moussa Dadis Camara guilty of crimes against humanity in a 2009 carnage. Watch in for more details!

Guinea court convicts Moussa Dadis Camara in 2009 stadium massacre

In a sign of major escalation in the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly ordered a direct assault on Israel in retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on Wednesday, according to three officials briefed on the order. Watch in for more details!

Haniyeh's killing: A calculated risk or strategic misstep?

China's Zheng Qinwen has pulled off a seismic upset by knocking out the queen of clay Iga Swiatek in the semi-finals at the Paris Olympics. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024 | Tennis: Sixth seed Zheng Qinwen stuns to seed Iga Swiatek in semis

Tokyo bronze medalist India have lost their first match at the Paris Olympics. The men blue went down fighting 1-2 against the defending Champions Belgium in pool B. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024: India to face Australia, both Belgium and India through the knockouts

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