Israel resumed heavy airstrikes on Gaza, killing at least 13 people overnight, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to fight "in full force." Strikes hit Gaza City, Khan Younis, and Hamas-controlled sites. The UN warned of escalating civilian casualties, with food and medicine blocked at borders. Egypt condemned the attacks as a ceasefire violation. Hamas confirmed leaders were killed, while Israel insists hostages remain its priority. Talks on a truce continue under fire. The Hamas-run health ministry reports over 48,500 Palestinians dead since October 7.

On March 19, 2025, Turkey's lira plunged to a record low of 42 to the dollar, a 12.7% drop, following the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opposition figure. The arrest, viewed by many as politically motivated, sparked fears of further instability. The financial markets were hit hard, with stocks dropping around 6% and government bonds facing sharp declines. Analysts are concerned that the lira’s sharp fall could impact Turkey's monetary policy, potentially halting recent interest rate cuts. The detention is seen as part of a broader crackdown on opposition leaders.    

The Bombay High Court directed a family court to decide Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma’s divorce petition by March 20. The couple, married in 2020, filed for mutual divorce on February 5. The family court initially denied waiving the six-month cooling-off period, citing partial alimony payment. Chahal agreed to pay ₹4.75 crore, of which ₹2.37 crore was paid. The High Court ruled the cooling-off period unnecessary, given their 2.5-year separation. Chahal, set to play for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025, was seen supporting Team India in Dubai. Dhanashree’s family denied rumors of a ₹60 crore alimony demand.

Elon Musk alleged that Joe Biden’s administration rejected SpaceX’s offer to bring back Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore earlier, calling it a “political” decision. The astronauts, initially set for an 8-day mission in June 2024, remained on the ISS for over 9 months due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner. Musk thanked Donald Trump for prioritizing their return, with Crew-9 landing off Florida’s coast. Williams was seen waving as NASA conducted medical checks. Trump accused Biden of abandoning the astronauts, stating, “We had to go get them.” NASA assured Crew-9 would soon receive fresh food.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have returned to Earth after spending 286 days in space aboard the International Space Station. Their journey back, via SpaceX Crew Dragon, ended with a splashdown off Tallahassee. However, their challenges are not over, as prolonged exposure to microgravity causes bone density loss, muscle weakening, and cardiovascular issues. Williams may also face long-term risks like radiation exposure, vision problems, and cognitive changes. NASA scientists will closely monitor their recovery, using exercise and medical treatments to counteract these effects. Williams’ return highlights the physical toll of extended space missions on the human body.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams safely returned to Earth after 286 days in space, sparking grand celebrations in her ancestral village, Jhulasan, Gujarat. Residents gathered at a temple, bursting firecrackers, dancing, and chanting 'Har Har Mahadev' as her SpaceX capsule splashed down off Florida. The village had been praying for her safe return, lighting an Akhand Jyot and performing a yagna. A grand procession from the village school to the temple is planned in her honor. Williams, who holds the record for the most spacewalking hours by a female astronaut, is expected to be invited back to Jhulasan soon.

Nagpur Police have identified Fahim Khan as the mastermind behind the March 17 communal clashes, releasing his photo and alleging his hate speech incited violence. Khan, the city president of the Minorities Democratic Party, had contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election against BJP’s Nitin Gadkari but lost by over 6.5 lakh votes. The violence erupted in Chitnis Park over claims of religious desecration, leaving 34 police personnel injured. A curfew remains in sensitive areas, with over 2,000 armed personnel deployed. Authorities state the situation is under control, but no arrests have been made yet.

Israel launched its deadliest strikes on Gaza since the January ceasefire, killing over 400 people, including Hamas official Essam al-Dalis. Gaza’s health ministry reported hospitals were “overwhelmed” with casualties. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas that “this is just the beginning” and vowed intensified military action. Hamas accused Israel of breaking ceasefire negotiations and urged international pressure to halt attacks. The White House said Israel consulted President Trump before the strikes and blamed Hamas for renewed violence. Talks collapsed over Israel’s demand for Gaza’s demilitarization. Rescuers continue to search for victims under the rubble.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of rejecting a US-backed ceasefire after a 90-minute call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. While Putin agreed to a 30-day pause on strikes targeting Ukraine’s energy sites, he insisted that lasting peace depended on halting all Western military aid. Shortly after the call, air raid sirens sounded, and explosions were reported across Ukraine, including a strike on a Sumy hospital. Washington continues pushing for a full ceasefire, with Trump claiming to have an "understanding" with Putin. Moscow, however, maintains its demand for a complete halt to Western support.

  In a recent call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, both leaders discussed a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump described the talks as "very good and productive." Putin has agreed to a 30-day suspension of attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure but demanded the cessation of Western military aid to Ukraine as a condition for further peace. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected these demands, prioritizing Ukraine's sovereignty. European leaders remain cautious about Russia's commitment to peace, advocating for a comprehensive negotiation involving Ukraine’s involvement.