Israel's airstrikes on Gaza resume, killing hundreds

Israel conducted airstrikes in Gaza on March 18, 2025, killing hundreds and ending a ceasefire with Hamas. This escalation follows a violent conflict that started on October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, resulting in over a thousand deaths. The recent attack is noted as the fiercest since the ceasefire began, highlighting the ongoing issues of hostages and the need for rebuilding Gaza. As of now, 59 people remain hostage, and complications regarding post-war plans add to the tension. In Nagpur, riots erupted on March 17, 2025, after claims of Quran desecration during a rally by Hindu groups. The unrest left at least 33 injured, with significant property damage. A curfew was imposed in several areas, and over 100 arrests were made. Normalcy is slowly returning, with the curfew recently lifted. NASA astronaut Sunita Williams returned to Earth on March 18, 2025, after spending over nine months in space. Her original mission was planned for eight days but extended due to technical issues with another spacecraft. Along with her colleagues, they traveled millions of miles and circled the Earth numerous times during their extended stay. On March 19, the Telangana State government presented its budget for 2025-26, totaling ₹3.05 lakh crores. Key highlights included an increase in revenue spending and allocations for social services. The Chief Minister requested a higher share of tax revenue from the central government to boost state finances. Lastly, Kerala Police's “Operation D-Hunt” targeted drug trafficking, resulting in over 8,900 arrests and 8,646 cases registered. The operation has led to significant seizures of various drugs over its course, showing the ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in the state.