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Concerns over public education in Uttar Pradesh, lack of diversity in the higher judiciary, and 100% FDI in insurance dominated Zero Hour in Rajya Sabha. Samajwadi Party MP Javed Ali Khan alleged the state’s primary education network is weakening, citing 85,000 vacant teaching posts, low-paid Shiksha Mitras, and thousands of schools shut or merged.
The government announced the release of commercial LPG cylinders and additional kerosene to states amid hotel and restaurant closures over fuel shortage fears. Officials said panic bookings caused a surge in demand. State governments will identify priority beneficiaries as authorities urge citizens to avoid hoarding and unnecessary bookings.
The PIB has flagged over 50 deepfakes and misinformation circulating on social media in the past month. Many originated from “Pakistani propaganda” handles. Fake statements were attributed to top Indian leaders, including President Murmu, PM Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and others, highlighting growing online disinformation threats.
A top private school in Delhi has warned parents of potential “no lunch” days due to an ongoing LPG shortage. The school cited limited gas supply affecting kitchen operations, urging parents to make arrangements. Officials stressed the situation is temporary but asked for cooperation to ensure students continue receiving meals without disruption.
Team “Ustaad Bhagath Singh” released its third single, “Ethara Ethara,” featuring vintage Pawan Kalyan’s iconic moves and swag. Fans praised Harish Shankar for capturing the hero’s essence. Music by DSP and background score by Thaman. The song hit 170k+ views in 72 minutes. The film, starring Sreeleela and Rasi Kanna, releases March 19, 2026.
LoP Rahul Gandhi criticized the government over the US waiver allowing India to buy Russian oil, calling it a compromise on energy security and targeting Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. Puri defended India’s crude supply, highlighting diplomatic efforts that secured volumes exceeding what the disrupted Strait of Hormuz could have delivered.
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India has sufficient crude oil and no fuel shortage. He urged citizens to avoid spreading rumors. Highlighting the success of diplomatic efforts, he noted that secured crude volumes now exceed what the disrupted Strait of Hormuz route could have delivered, ensuring the country’s energy supply.
A shortage of cooking gas cylinders is affecting midday meals in schools across West Bengal, officials said today. Authorities are resorting to alternative fuels like firewood or serving limited food items to students. At Krishnachandrapur High School in South 24 Parganas, officials had pre-stocked firewood to ensure meals continue despite the LPG shortage.
The Kerala High Court has asked the state government to respond to two pleas challenging LDF advertisements allegedly glorifying itself and criticizing the UDF ahead of Assembly polls. Petitioners, including Ernakulam DCC chief Muhammed Shiyas and Sharon D. Panakkal, claim the ads misuse public funds and government machinery for political gain.
Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Farooq Abdullah, 88, condemned the failed attempt on his life at a Jammu wedding, calling for a thorough inquiry. He said India’s atmosphere is “filled with hate,” noting that space for promoting brotherhood, communal harmony, and secularism is shrinking, and stressed that no religion teaches harming others.
The Supreme Court granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror-funding case. A Bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said detailed conditions will follow. The court had earlier criticized the NIA for weak arguments and asked it to justify Shah’s detention exceeding six years, calling for urgent review.
Bangladesh’s 13th Jatiya Sangsad unanimously elected Hafizuddin Ahmed as Speaker and Barrister Kayser Kamal as Deputy Speaker. The BNP-led Parliament follows February elections after Sheikh Hasina’s exit. Both were nominated, seconded, and sworn in by President Mohammed Shahabuddin, with the ceremony attended by PM Tarique Rahman and other lawmakers.
Bangladesh’s Parliament met for the first time since the 2024 Bangladesh uprising. PM Tarique Rahman said the new session followed February elections ending interim rule. He urged unity to rebuild democracy and criticized the government of Sheikh Hasina, now in exile in India after being sentenced in absentia for crimes against humanity charges.
Veteran leader G Sudhakaran has quit CPI(M) and will contest the Kerala Assembly elections as an independent from Ambalappuzha, a party stronghold. He clarified he hasn’t sought UDF support, won’t hold wall paintings or conventions, and will focus on political and corruption issues. Sudhakaran retains allegiance to CPI(M) ideology despite leaving party membership.
The Kerala High Court today reprimanded the Railway Board for failing to respond on whether Aadhaar authentication is mandatory for Tatkal ticket bookings, despite several months’ time. The bench of Chief Justice Soumen Sen and Justice Syam Kumar VM adjourned the matter for three weeks, directing the Board to file its response within the period.