On March 15, 2025, over 100,000 Serbians assembled in Belgrade to protest against President Aleksandar Vučić's administration, marking one of the largest demonstrations in recent history. The protests were ignited by a tragic railway station roof collapse in Novi Sad on November 1, 2024, which claimed 15 lives. Demonstrators attribute the disaster to governmental corruption and substandard construction practices, as the station had undergone recent renovations by Chinese state companies. The movement, initially led by students, has expanded to include various societal sectors, all demanding accountability and justice for the victims. Despite the government's dismissal of these allegations, the protests persist, reflecting widespread discontent with Vučić's leadership.

Group Captain John 'Paddy' Hemingway, the last surviving pilot of the Battle of Britain, has died peacefully at 105. Serving with the Royal Air Force's 85 Squadron during World War II, Hemingway played a pivotal role in defending the UK against Nazi forces in 1940. Remarkably, he survived being shot down four times and endured multiple crash landings. Born in Dublin in 1919, Hemingway joined the RAF in 1938 and participated in significant wartime events, including the Battle of France and the Dunkirk evacuation. His distinguished career continued post-war, retiring as a group captain in 1969. Leaders, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, have paid tribute to his bravery and contribution to securing freedom.

On Sunday, a "grenade-like object" was hurled at the residence of Jalandhar-based YouTuber Rozer Sandhu, though it did not detonate. Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti claimed responsibility, alleging Sandhu's content was offensive to Islam. Subsequently, 21-year-old Hardik Kamboj was apprehended in Yamunanagar, Haryana, and confessed to the act. During a weapon recovery operation in Jalandhar, Kamboj attempted to flee and opened fire on police; he was injured in the ensuing exchange and hospitalized. Authorities are investigating potential accomplices and considering Bhatti's threats of further violence if arrests are made.

A tragic road accident in Osceola County, Florida, claimed the lives of three members of a family from Telangana's Ranga Reddy district. The victims were identified as 34-year-old software professional Pragathi Reddy, her 56-year-old mother-in-law Suneetha, and her five-year-old son Arvin. The incident occurred when a pickup truck, traveling on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with their SUV. Pragathi's husband, Rohit Reddy, who was driving, and their nine-month-old son survived with injuries. The family was returning home after a weekend trip when the crash happened. Pragathi had moved to the US in 2012 for her MS and married Rohit in December 2016.

Violence erupted in Nagpur's Hansapuri and Mahal areas after right-wing groups demanded the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad. Rumors of a religious book burning intensified tensions, leading to arson, stone-pelting, and vandalism. The unrest resulted in injuries to at least 10 anti-riot commandos, two senior police officers, and two firemen, with one constable in critical condition. Mobs torched two bulldozers and 40 vehicles, including police vans. Authorities imposed Section 144 to ban large gatherings and arrested 50 individuals. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari appealed for peace, urging residents not to believe in rumors.

The family of Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old Indian student missing in the Dominican Republic since March 6, has asked local police to declare her dead. Despite an extensive search, her body has not been found. Authorities have confiscated the passport of Joshua Steven Riibe, the last person seen with her, though he is not a suspect. Konanki, a permanent U.S. resident, disappeared from a Punta Cana beach after a night out. Her parents, trusting the investigation, acknowledged no suspected foul play. U.S. and Dominican authorities continue their probe into the case.

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have reportedly killed Mahmoud Abu Wafah, Hamas’ deputy interior minister and the highest-ranking security official in the territory. The overnight strikes, the most extensive since the January 19 ceasefire, have left at least 220 people dead, including women and children, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Talks to extend the ceasefire have failed, leading to renewed hostilities. Images from Gaza City show mourners gathering at hospitals as casualties rise. The Israeli military has described the operation as targeting Hamas infrastructure. The attack raises concerns over further escalation in the region as diplomatic efforts stall.

At the Raisina Dialogue 2025, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticized Western nations for their double standards in global diplomacy. He highlighted how Pakistan's 1947 invasion of Kashmir was reframed as a bilateral dispute, equating the aggressor with the victim. Jaishankar identified countries like the UK, Canada, Belgium, Australia, and the USA as complicit in this misrepresentation. He emphasized that even smaller nations can pose significant risks by exploiting global disorder, indirectly referencing Pakistan's actions. Jaishankar also underscored the necessity for a fair and consistent international order, advocating for a strong yet impartial United Nations to ensure global stability.

Israel launched massive airstrikes on Gaza, killing at least 220 people, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramzan. Hamas official Izzat al-Rishq accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of "sacrificing" hostages by resuming war, calling it a "death sentence" for captives. The strikes shattered the fragile truce, raising doubts over ceasefire talks. Netanyahu faces criticism for allegedly using the war to distract from domestic issues. At least 59 hostages remain in Hamas custody after previous exchanges. Gaza’s civil defense condemned the attacks as humanitarian violations. The conflict continues with no resolution in sight.

Violence erupted in Maharashtra’s Nagpur after a right-wing protest demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb led to clashes. Rumors of a holy book burning triggered unrest, resulting in stone-pelting, arson, and vandalism. At least 14 police officers were injured, and 47 people have been detained. Authorities imposed a curfew and Section 144 across multiple areas to restore order. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Union minister Nitin Gadkari urged peace, while the police reviewed CCTV footage to identify perpetrators. The Maharashtra Congress blamed the government for failing to prevent the violence, alleging ministers had made provocative speeches earlier.