News in Pics Mar 24: Best photos from across the world

Meric Greenbaum, Designated Market Maker IMC financial looks up at the board before the opening bell right before trading halted on the New York Stock Exchange on in New York. (AFP Photo)

Vice President Mike Pence, U.S. President Donald Trump and Attorney General William Barr listen to Ambassador Debbie Birx, the White House coronavirus response coordinator, address the coronavirus response daily briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S. (Reuters Photo)

Sculptures at Plaza San Martin square wear face masks made of paper during the

Police punishes offenders flouting lockdown guidelines in view of coronavirus pandemic, in Surat. (PTI Photo)