Heavy Rains Prompt School Holidays in India

Heavy rains have led to school closures in various districts across India, including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. Flood warnings have been issued in multiple regions due to overflowing rivers, disrupting normal life and prompting holiday declarations. In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have caused significant casualties, worsening already dire humanitarian conditions, with concerns about the spread of the polio virus. The situation remains critical as cease-fire negotiations continue amidst escalating violence and humanitarian crises.