U.S. Bank Collapse Fallout: EU Regulators Criticise U.S. “Incompetence”

‘House-Sized’ Asteroid Zooms Past Earth | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Astronomers spotted a ‘house-sized’ asteroid that cruised past the Earth earlier in the day. The asteroid is said to have been zooming at a speed nine times faster than that of a rifle bullet. What is it all about? Palki Sharma tells you more

As India celebrates its 74th Republic Day, Pakistan is struggling to keep the country together.
A terrorist group is threatening to break the country apart.

America is facing a national security emergency. 40 mass shootings have already taken place in the first three weeks of 2023. Watch this video to learn more about never-ending nightmare in the U.S.

As the West rushes battle tanks to Ukraine, will it help change the course of the war? Watch this video to ​find out.

The message of women’s empowerment was loud and clear as India celebrated its 74th Republic Day. Nari shakti was on full display during the parade which had many firsts.

The job cuts in big tech are piling up. Employees are being fired in thousands as companies face a mid-life crisis.
Palki Sharma tells you why this is happening

The process of appointment of judges is once again under the spotlight in India.
Some former judges of the Supreme Court have criticized the existing collegium system.
Palki Sharma tells you why the process of appointments deserves scrutiny.

Will India’s Budget 2023 be prudent or populist? What will be the priorities for the Indian government? How will they affect the upcoming Budget.

According to the Economic Survey, Indian economy will grow by 6.5% in 2023-24. But the fiscal deficit continues to be a challenge for the Indian government. How will India solve this problem?

We intend to answer these questions. Join Palki Sharma as she brings you the facts.

Onions are costlier than meat in the Philippines. Soaring onion prices being compared to gold.
Basic food items like sugar and salt are in shortage. What led to the food crisis in the Philippines? Smugglers take advantage of public desperation.
Watch Vantage with Palki Sharma to know more.

The price of eggs has gone up by 60 percent in the U.S. Same story in Malaysia. It is now importing a record 50 million eggs from India.
But what about India? There’s an egg crisis in the state of Maharashtra.
Why is the world facing a shortage of eggs? Let’s connect the dots with Palki Sharma.

“Queen of clean” Marie Kondo says she has given up on tidying. The Japanese decluttering queen has made a big revelation.
A messy house is now ”sparking joy” for her. She says her priority now is to spend time with my kids.
Why is this a big deal? Palki Sharma tells you.

The United Kingdom seems to be having a crisis of faith. Especially among those under 40 years of age.

UK is no longer a Christian-majority country. While 97% of Indians say they believe in God, many other countries are facing this crisis of faith.

Why is it? And what does it mean for the world? Palki Sharma tells you on Vantage.

Real Estate and Millennials: A Match Made in Heaven? |Vantage with Palki Sharma. China, Singapore, India and the world – millennials and real estate have an interesting relationship. Many want to own homes of their own. Palki Sharma tells you more.

South Korea’s Weapons Industry the New Global Favorite|Vantage with Palki Sharma​. As U.S.’ manufacturing capacity maxes out, South Korea has stepped in to fill the vacuum. European nations are rushing to buy South Korean weapons, and Seoul’s defence industry is booming. Palki Sharma tells you more.

U.S. Invites India’s Prime Minister Modi for First State Visit | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Prime Minister Modi has visited the U.S. seven times since being elected. But Joe Biden wants PM Modi to embark on his first State Visit to Washington soon. Palki Sharma tells you more.

A Singaporean man has sued a woman for $2.3 Million over a romantic rejection. They say don’t let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. But must you sue someone if you land in the friendzone? Watch this report to know more.

Superpower China has “successfully” cloned three “super cows”. These cows can produce unusually high amounts of milk. But why did China need these cows? And is cloning cows ethically correct? Palki Sharma tells you all about it.

After the U.S. shot down a Chinese spy balloon, China said it reserves the right to use necessary means to deal with similar situations. The incident has triggered a cold war between the two super powers. Palki Sharma brings you the story.

The death toll is steadily rising after Monday’s earthquakes. More loses are coming to light as people desperately try and rescue people buried beneath the rubble. Mondays earthquakes pulverized buildings across cities in southern Turkey.

After suffering through over a decade of civil war, Monday’s earthquakes heaped more misery on the residents of northern Syria. Survivors who have lost their homes are being forced to sleep outside in near-freeing temperatures.

China is engaging with the opposition party in Taiwan. Kuomintang will send its lawmakers to China this week. This all while China refuses to engage with Taiwan’s ruling party. Why are these events important? Connect the dots with Palki Sharma on Vantage.

Canada is home to one of the largest Indian diasporas. But it doesn’t quite share the same diplomatic warmth with New Delhi. The Canadian Foreign Minister is in Delhi to discuss improvement of bilateral ties. Why does Canada want to mend ties with India. Palki Sharma tells you in this report.

North Korean hackers pulled off a record number of crypto-heists in 2022. And the country has been accused of relying on crypto too much to bypass international sanctions. So what’s the story here? Palki Sharma connects the dots in this report

Culinary world’s budding romance with edible flowers. These flowers are making their way to the kitchen– but not in a vase, in a recipe. But how did they end up here? And why is the idea a superhit? This report tells you all about it.

Vantage shots bring you images that tell the story. In this video, we show you: Japan’s wearable beanbags that take comfort to the next level, Denmark’s Light Festival during one of its darkest months, Spain celebrates the 29th Rockin Race Jamboree Festival, Bolivia’s wrestling party.

If you have curly hair, you must know all about using hair relaxers before straightening them. But did you know that they could be causing cancer? We continue to use beauty products, but at what cost? And if study after study claims the dangers of such products, why has action not been taken yet? Palki Sharma connects the dots.

Countries from around the globe are sending rescue specialists and search-and-rescue dogs to Turkiye. It’s a race against time to save people still buried beneath the rubble. Every hour, miraculous rescues are taking place. But more help is needed

The INS Vikrant achieves a new milestone. The Tejas Light Combat Aircraft lands on the carrier. India’s other aircraft carrier, the INS Vikramaditya is due to return to service shortly. The carriers will usher in the new phase of India’s naval strategy

Owners of over 50,000 properties in the UK remain hidden from public view. A number of them are held by foreign companies and Russian oligarchs. And they are using it to launder illegal wealth. How? And what implications does this have on the UK housing market and the world? Connect the dots with Palki Sharma.

Vantage Shots: Images that tell the story: Flocks of birds swooping and swirling together in the sky, People preparing for Brazil’s famous carnival parade, Titanic debate: could Jack have fit on the door?, Puppy Bowl: Team Ruff & Fluff compete for Lombarky trophy

As Europe rolls out a red carpet to welcome Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, a major exposé by an investigative journalist shows that the U.S. was behind the bombing of the two Nord Stream pipelines. Palki Sharma brings you the story.

At a time when Turkiye should be offered help, aid and resources, Pakistan PM decided to visit the country to personally offer condolences. Turkiye cancelled the visit, saying it is busy with rescue operations. How did Pakistan try to save face from this public humiliation? Palki Sharma brings you the story.

Several Hindu temples were attacked in Bangladesh. The country was home to many Hindus before the partition. However, Hindus in Bangladesh live in fear as attacks are on the rise. Is Bangladesh losing its secular image? Palki Sharma brings you the details.

North Korea held a massive military parade which is making headlines for two reasons: the Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles and a succession plan. Kim Jong-Un showed off nukes and his daughter. What message is Kim trying to send? Palki Sharma brings you the story.

The U.S. has shot down a fourth mysterious object from its skies. The latest object was shot down over lake Huron in Michigan. The U.S. General is not ruling out “aliens”. Though they say there isn’t any indication of threats. Meanwhile, China says it spotted American balloons! What are these mysterious objects? And what does this baloon game say? Palki Sharma connects the dots.

China is considering tripling its nuclear warhead stockpile, according to reports. The blueprint has been mapped out by People’s Liberation Army. The plan “approved” by chinese president Xi Jinping. Is this China’s bid to bolster its deterrence against the United States? What impact will this decision have on the world? Watch this report by Palki Sharma.

There is a semiconductor glut in the global market. Surplus of chips brings bad news for chip makers. Covid-induced lockdowns have caused a global chip shortage in 2020. After tech war with the U.S, is more trouble piling for Chinese chip makers? Palki Sharma connects the dots.

The BBC’s India offices in Delhi and Mumbai were raided by tax officials. Authorities are investigating the broadcaster for alleged tax evasion. The raid comes days after the BBC released a documentary about the 2002 Gujarat riots. Palki Sharma tells you all about it.

Pakistan’s economy is going down the drain. Milk is selling at over 200 rupees per litre. Their ministers are being charged with sedition for derailing an IMF deal. And a former Prime Minister is said to have abused the Saudi crown prince in pure Punjabi. Their crises are worsening. Join Palki Sharma as she breaks this down for you.

A Ram Temple was vandalised in Canada. Sikhs For Justice, a pro-Khalistani group is said to be behind it. India has made its displeasure clear. And last week Canada’s Foreign Minister was in India to repair ties. What will this incident do to the ties between the two countries? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Air India has placed a record order of 470 commerical jets. It is the biggest deal in aviation history. World leaders are hailing this deal with Air India. But what is the impact of this deal on India? Palki Sharma tells you more.

The UK has India’s Kohinoor and it refuses to give it back. It is one of the world’s largest cut diamonds. The United Kingdom knows that the kohinoor can land it in an awkward position. That’s why it won’t be used in the coronation of king Charles and his wife Camila this May. Why? What does this mean? Join Palki Sharma as she connects the dots.

India Hits the Lithium Jackpot in J&K | Big Win for Aatmanirbhar Bharat | Vantage with Palki Sharma. The Indian government has announced that the Geological Survey of India has discovered Lithium resources in Jammu and Kashmir, to the tune of 5.9 million tonnes. The discovery can be a gamechanger for India and its electric vehicle ambitions. Palki Sharma tells you more.

India is using its G20 leadership to call out China and it’s debt-trap diplomacy. Sri Lanka already went bankrupt. Pakistan is going the same way. China is their largest bilateral lender but refuses to waive any debt. It expects all other lenders to take losses, but refuses to cancel any debt. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Diabetes cases continue to rise around the world. Asia and Africa are particularly vulnerable. Cases in the two continents expected to increase by 50% by 2045 compared to 2021 levels. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Ukraine claims it has shot down six Russian balloons. This is the latest incident of balloon warfare, after the U.S. shot down 4 Chinese balloons above its airspace in the last few weeks. Ukraine says the Russian balloons are not for surveillance but a distraction. Palki Sharma tells you more.

A 5,000-year-old pub has been unearthed in modern day Iraq. It was found in the ruins of the ancient Sumerian city of Lagash. The pub has an ancient industrial-size oven and a primitive refrigerator. The discovery sheds light on how regular ancient Sumerians lived. Palki Sharma tells you more.

George Soros Sets Eyes on India as Elections Approach | India on Alert | Vantage with Palki Sharma. American Billionaire George Soros is back, and has predicted that the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi could be in trouble. Indian government has issued a firm and quick response. Time for India to teach Soros a lesson? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Missiles Rain Down on Ukraine as Russia Eyes Bakhmut | Russia’s Offensive Begins | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Vladimir Putin has increased the tempo of the war in Ukraine ahead of a rumored mega offensive. Will it take the war into a decisive stage? How long can both sides sustain the fighting? Palki Sharma tells you more .

Toxic Train Derails in Ohio: Another Chernobyl in the Making? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Is this Ohio’s own ‘Chernobyl’? That is a question alarming many after a toxic chemicals-laden train derailed in Ohio near the Pennsylvania state line in the United States.

From Jacinda Ardern to Nicola Sturgeon: Why are Women Leaders Quitting? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. First, it was New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern. Now, it’s Scotland’s Nicola Sturgeon. Women leaders are quitting. Also, a look at the world’s strongest women leaders. Palki Sharma tells you more .

China in Trouble? India, U.S. Come Together to Challenge Beijing | Vantage with Palki Sharma. US Senators come out in support of India, say Arunachal Pradesh is integral part of India. China’s illegal claim on Arunachal Pradesh has always been a non-starter. Time for Xi Jinping to set his eyes off India? Palki Sharma Tells you more .

North Korea is firing more missiles and using the Pacific as a military range. This amid military drills by America, South Korea and Japan. Kim Jong Un is chasing bigger nuclear arsenal. He claimed America & its allies are trying to “isolate & stifle” Pyongyang. Why is the tension escalating between the countries? Why is North Korea ramping up its arsenal? Are the U.S. and its allies doing something about this? Palki Sharma answers these questions and more in this report.

Taliban is looking for investors. It’s talking about setting up special economic zones and military bases. These are foreign military bases that housed American soldiers and ammunition. When Taliban took control, they also took over the weapons left behind by the western forces. What happened to the weapons? What happened to the bases? Palki Sharma tells you what Afghanistan’s terror regime is planning next.

First Twitter, now Facebook and Instagram want you to pay for blue checkmarks and the ‘verified’ title. Paying the bill may be the key to accessing social media this year. What for? Does this mean you’ll lose your account if you don’t pay?
Why are they asking for money after promising to keep the platform free? Palki Sharma’s report answers these questions and more.

Tensions escalated at the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. Taliban says Pakistan is misbehaving with Afghan visitors. Local residents say firing at the Torkham gate continued for over an hour. Both sides have accused the other for tensions. This comes at a time when China is taking active interests in the region. What will be the ramifications of this? Palki Sharma tells you in this report.

South Korea wants to make 6g technology commercially available by 2028. That’s two years ahead of schedule. The government has allocated $481 million for a feasibility study, and is encouraging firms to manufacture the technology locally. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Putin has suspended Russia’s participation in a key nuclear arms control pact. And 90% of all nuclear warheads are owned by Russia and America. This raises several questions. Mainly– are Russia and America growing closer to a nuclear war? Palki Sharma answers this question and more in this report.

Venice canals have started to run dry. One of the world’s most romantic cities is losing its charm. The images are striking. Why is this happening? And Venice is not an isolated case. Climate change is taking its toll on Italy and the world too. Palki Sharma tells you more about the situation in Italy, and what it says about the world.

China Border Tensions: Is China Seeking a Reset? Vantage with Palki Sharma. After nearly three years of border standoff, India and China held important talks on Wednesday. Amid a changing world order, is China seeking a reset with India and looking to ease tensions? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Vantage Shots: Biden Stumbles On Stairs |Indian Actor’s Chilling Experience| Vantage with Palki Sharma Here are today’s vantage shots – images that tell the story +Biden Trips While Boarding Air Force One +Indian Actor Narrowly Escapes Death On Film Set +Landslide Hits A Peruvian Highway +U.S. Releases Pilot’s High-Altitude Selfie With Chinese Spy Balloon +Mysterious Iron Sphere On Japanese Beach Baffles Investigators

Vantage Highlights: India-China Border Talks | Israel Bombs Gaza Strip Here are the top headlines on today’s edition of Vantage with Palki Sharma + India-China Border Talks + Western hypocrisy on Hijab + Ohio Train Derailment + How will Robot Bees save our planet + Israel bombs Gaza

China’s Kamikaze Drones for Russian Military? Vantage with Palki Sharma. Cooperation between Russia and China is rising. Where does this rising cooperation leave Ukraine? Could Chinese weapons now be used by Russia against Ukraine? Ukraine and its allies are worried. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Flesh Eating “Zombie Drug” Kills You From Inside Out | Vantage with Palki Sharma. America is facing a zombie apocalypse. A flesh-eating drug is turning people into “zombie-like” creatures. It is a potent mixture of animal tranquilizer and opioids. And it is devastating the U.S. Are the authorities doing something to contain this? Palki Sharma tells you more.

What Was Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Doing in Ukraine? | New Player in Russia Ukraine War. With no end in sight to the war in Ukraine, Saudi Arabia is trying its luck as a potential peacemaker. Will Ukraine’s Zelensky and Russia’s Putin take the offer seriously, or will this be another failed attempt at negotiating peace? Palki Sharma tells you more .

Russia, China & Belarus – A New Anti-West Axis? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Russia has shot down China 12-point peace plan for Ukraine. Belarus’s leader, Alexander Lukashenko is visiting Beijing. The strategic partnership between Russia and China is flourishing. Does the world have its latest anti-West axis? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Has the World Found a Cure for HIV? Vantage with Palki Sharma. There’s positive news on the HIV front. Once thought to be incurable, the disease might not be undefeatable after all. Will stem cell transplantation prove to be a cure for HIV patients? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Drones Fly Deep Into Russia | ‘Failed Attack’ Near Moscow | Vantage with Palki Sharma​. The Ukraine war is intensifying, and ‘Ukrainian’ drones are now flying deep inside Russia. Fight for Bakhmut rages on. Will Putin step up attacks now that Ukraine has figured a way to enter Russian airspace, no less than over Moscow? Palki Sharma tells you more.

America’s ‘Foreign Hand In Havana Syndrome’ Claim Busted| Vantage with Palki Sharma. The United States ruled out the possibility of any foreign hand in the spread of Havana syndrome, contrary to earlier claims. What is the syndrome all about and how did Washington handle the entire matter? Palki Sharma explains​​

US Tries Building a Global Anti-China Coalition with G7 Nations | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Washington is stepping up efforts to build an anti-China alliance. Will it succeed? Or will Western nations keep business interests first and ditch the United States? In related news, US approved another military package for Taiwan, and contemplates sanctions on China. Palki Sharma tells you more.​

US and Russia Clash at G20 Meet in India | Blinken – Lavrov Faceoff | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Foreign Ministers of world’s biggest economies have gathered in New Delhi for the G20 meet. This comes in the backdrop of the Russia Ukraine War, which has brought NATO and Russia very close to a conflict. Blinken and Lavrov had a brief meeting in Delhi today. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Romania Gets An AI “Honorary Advisor” | Vantage with Palki Sharma​. Romanian PM’s AI assistant Ion is being hailed as one of its kind. It will scan social networks, analyse public data and will inform the government of Romanians’ wishes. What does an AI gold rush mean for the world? Palki Sharma brings you the story.

Tony Blair Hails India’s “Critical Role” in the New Era | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | A new era is ushering and India finds itself in a position to lead the Global South. Former UK PM Tony Blair acknowledges “objective friend” India’s geopolitical rise and recognises its crucial role in the changing international landscape in this unmissable conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma.
This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Firstpost is an Indian news and media website. Get all the incisive opinions, in-depth analyses and other visual stories that matter to you and the world right here on this channel. Making sense of the news just got easier.

Jaishankar on RRR, India’s power reset with Britain in economy, politics & cricket | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | From cricket to politics, India’s Dr S Jaishankar breaks down India-UK relations with his RRR reference in an exclusive conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma.

This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
Firstpost is an Indian news and media website. Get all the incisive opinions, in-depth analyses and other visual stories that matter to you and the world right here on this channel. Making sense of the news just got easier.

Jaishankar on playing in the team of Captain Modi and taking wickets when given the chance to bowl | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | From observing PM Modi taking decisive calls to having the freedom of getting things done, India’s Dr S Jaishankar uses cricket analogy to explain how the government functions under “captain Modi”. Watch Dr S Jaishankar’s unmissable conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma here.
This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Firstpost is an Indian news and media website. Get all the incisive opinions, in-depth analyses and other visual stories that matter to you and the world right here on this channel. Making sense of the news just got easier.

Did India weaponise cricket against Pakistan? Jaishankar Sets the Record Straight | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | Find out here if has India been weaponising cricket to corner neighbouring Pakistan strategically? India’s Dr S Jaishankar makes big revelation in this exclusive conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma.
This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Firstpost is an Indian news and media website. Get all the incisive opinions, in-depth analyses and other visual stories that matter to you and the world right here on this channel. Making sense of the news just got easier.

Cricket Pitch to Geopolitical Arena, Kevin Petersen Applauds India’s Stellar Rise | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | From India’s spectacular rise in the cricketing arena to its efficient handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, former Captain of the England Cricket Team, Kevin Peterson, applauds India’s spectacular rise in this exclusive conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma.
This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Firstpost is an Indian news and media website. Get all the incisive opinions, in-depth analyses and other visual stories that matter to you and the world right here on this channel. Making sense of the news just got easier.

General Campbell Slams Ukraine War As “Outrageous” | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | General Campbell denounced the war in Ukraine as illegal, unjust and outrageous. In his exclusive conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma, General Campbell highlighted that he does not see any change in Russian President Putin’s intent. This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Ukraine War: Blueprint For Future Wars | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | India’s Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan highlighted that while the world assumed that future wars would be swift and fast, the Ukraine war created many contradictions. In his unmissable conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma​, General Anil Chauhan underlined the blueprint that the war in Ukraine has laid out for the future wars and the lessons that can be learnt. This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Is America Collaborating With Authoritarian States? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | #RaisinaDialogue2023 | In his exclusive conversation with Firstpost’s Managing Editor Palki Sharma, US’ former Secretary of Defence, General Jim Mattis reflected on America’s relationship with authoritarian states and its take on atrocities in the world. Do America’s moves qualify as national interest or realpolitik?
This is a Firstpost-Raisina Dialogue joint broadcast. Raisina Dialogue is India’s premier foreign policy conference, hosted by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

Xi Jinping’s 2023 Plan for China Revealed | Vantage with Palki Sharma​. China’s President Xi Jinping has a plan for this year. With a rubberstamp parliament and an ecosystem of yes-men, there is no stopping Xi Jinping from implementing his plans. Palki Sharma tells you more .

​Pakistan’s Weapons in Ukraine Battleground | Vantage with Palki Sharma. War-torn Ukraine has got a new ally – Pakistan. The grinding conflict between Russia and Ukraine will now see the UK send Pakistani weapons to Ukraine, via Germany. How will this impact the war, and what does it mean for ties between Russia and Pakistan? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Armed Drones Become World’s New Weapon Of Choice​ I Vantage with Palki Sharma
Drones are increasingly becoming an integral part of each country’s ammunition. Recently, India and the United States signed a deal for the MQ9 Reaper Deal. Japan, too, is aiming to boost investment in drones. So why are drones being preferred? Palki Sharma tells you more

Pension Protests Rock France Again | Vantage with Palki Sharma
France sees another day of widespread protests against President Emmanuel Macron’s pension reforms. Macron’s plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 has been met with stiff resistance across France. He says the reforms are required to keep pensions financially viable.

India’s Rush For Luxurious Lifestyle | Luxury Housing Market Boom | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India is seeing a mad rush for a luxurious lifestyle. Whether it is the housing market, the high-end automobile or liquor industry– India’s rich are getting it all. And breaking records while doing so. So what industries are benefitting from this boom? And keeping the wealth gap in mind– is only the crust of Indian population contributing to it? Palki Sharma answers these questions and more.

Is Ukraine Waging A Secret War To Defeat Russia? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. New intelligence suggests Ukrainian saboteurs were behind the Nord Stream attack. This revelation comes after the West initially blamed Russia for the sabotage. Did Zelensky and his Western allies know about the attack on Nord Stream pipelines? Palki Sharma tells you more.

UK’s Big Plan to Stop Illegal Migrants and Deport Them | Vantage with Palki Sharma. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a controversial law that could overhaul the country’s asylum system. The bill proposes to deny asylum to illegal migrants and deport them to their own countries, or to so-called safe “third countries”. Why is the UK pushing forward with this bill? Palki Sharma explains.

Is China Preparing to Cut Taiwan Off the Internet? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Chinese ships cut submarine internet cables of a Taiwanese island last month. The people of this island are still living without the internet. Is this China’s way of targeting Taiwan and disrupting its critical sectors? Palki Sharma tells you more.

India Challenging China’s Manufacturing Dominance. Here’s How | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Foxconn, a supplier of Apple products plans to more than double its production of iPhones at a facility in India’s Chennai. Foxconn also plans to add another facility in the state of Karnataka. This is part of Apple’s plan to move production away from China, and India is set to make big gains as a result. Palki Sharma tells you more.

The Rise and Rise of India’s Soft Power: From Holi to Cricket | Vantage with Palki Sharma. India does not celebrate its festivals alone anymore. The world celebrates with it. Holi is an example. Whether it be the festival of Holi or the game of cricket, the world joins India in celebrations. India’s soft power story is one of success. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Two Years On, India Still Has No Ambassador from the US | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Joe Biden’s controversial pick for Ambassador to India has still not been able to clear the Senate. His nomination has cleared just one hurdle, but he must now face the Senate vote. Why is Joe Biden so keen to have Eric Garcetti as the USA’s ambassador to India? Palki Sharma tells you more.

End of Road for the US as Saudi Arabia Chooses to Decouple from Washington | Vantage with Palki Sharma​. Saudi Arabia wants to play a bigger role in the world. ITs ambitions are growing, and it is undergoing a transition – both an economic and social one. The US does not figure in Saudi’s scheme of things as Riyadh turns to China and Russia. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Biden Tries To Avert A Banking Crisis in the US | Vantage with Palki Sharma. President Joe Biden has said the US will do “whatever is needed” to shore up the banking system. This comes after two American banks collapsed in less than 48 hours. Is the US under threat of another major financial crisis? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Pakistan Taliban Gets American Weapons | Vantage with Palki Sharma. American weapons in the hands of Taliban is not something to be surprised about. But now, American weapons have been traced to the Taliban in Pakistan – an outfit that has stepped up attacks across the Islamic Republic. Time for US to get its act together? Palki Sharma explains.

Casualties Mount As Battle For Bakhmut Intensifies | Will Putin Attend The G20 Summit In India? | Vantage with Palki Sharma. Russia and Ukraine suffered heavy casualties as the battle for Bakhmut intensified. Reportedly, Ukraine still holds the western part of the city while Russia’s Wagner Group controls the east. Meanwhile, the Kremlin is said to be busy clearing up President Putin’s schedule to ensure his attendance at the G20 later this year in New Delhi. What will Putin’s visit mean? Palki Sharma decodes.

Saudi-Iran Truce: America Gets A Reality Check | Vantage with Palki Sharma. With China brokering the restart of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, the US has got a rude shock. Its influence, which has been waning anyway, suffered a huge blow as Beijing mediated a truce between the two West Asian rivals. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Almost Half The Workers Lose 5 Hours A Week Due To IT Issues | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Did you know that about 50% of employees lose about one to five hours a week due to technology issues? If you too struggle with slow webpages and hanging systems, then surely you can relate. Technology at work can be a double edged sword. It can speed up work but can also be draining for employees. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Biden Drops Carbon Bomb With Alaska’s Willow Oil Project | Vantage with Palki Sharma
U.S. President Joe Biden approved controversial Willow oil drilling project in Alaska. The field is expected to produce 578 million barrels of oil over 30 years. The move is seen as undoing everything Biden achieved in climate change mitigation with his Inflation Reduction Bill.

Chinese President Xi Jinping To Meet Zelensky And Putin Soon?| Vantage with Palki Sharma
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to speak to his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky and Russia’s Vladimir Putin in the coming days. This is just days after Beijing secured a major win in West Asia and cracked a deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Is China trying to play a role in the Russia-Ukraine war too? Palki Sharma explains

Zelensky Backs Petition to Rename Russia. Here’s Why| Vantage with Palki Sharma
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has backed a petition to officially change Russia’s name to “Muscovy”. This has triggered an angry reaction from Moscow. Why is Zelensky keen on changing the name though? Palki Sharma tells you more

Russian Jet Strikes US Drone: Will it Lead to an Escalation? | Vantage with Palki Sharma​
In what could be a major escalation, the U.S. military said its MQ-9 Reaper drones were taken down by Russia’s Su-27 jets. Russia says U.S. jets were “deliberately and provocatively” moving towards Russia. What exactly happened? Will this snowball into something bigger? Palki Sharma explains