Evening news wrap
- Two Indian LPG vessels crossed Hormuz safely as the government said all Indian crew in the Persian Gulf are secure amid the Iran conflict.
- The Centre said LPG supplies remain stable despite panic booking surging to 8.8 million.
- Sonam Wangchuk was released after the Centre revoked his NSA detention.
- Akasa Air will impose a fuel surcharge from March 15 due to a sharp rise in ATF prices.
- TMC and BJP workers clashed ahead of PM Modi’s Kolkata rally.
Here are the top 5 stories of the day:
Indian LPG ships cross Hormuz safely as US hits Iran’s Kharg Island
The government said all Indian crew members in the Persian Gulf are safe, as two Indian-flagged LPG vessels — Shivalik and Nandadevi, carrying 92,700 tonnes crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are set to dock at Mundra and Kandla on March 16 and 17. The update came as US forces struck over 90 military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, while Tehran warned it could deploy more powerful ballistic and precision missiles. Follow live updates
Government says LPG supply intact, warns against panic booking amid Middle East tensions
The government said the LPG situation remains serious due to the geopolitical crisis, but stressed there is no shortage of cylinders and no stockouts have been reported. At an inter-ministerial briefing, officials said panic booking has surged sharply, with bookings rising to nearly 8.8 million from around 7.5–7.6 million.
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Centre revokes Sonam Wangchuk’s NSA detention, activist released
The Centre revoked climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s detention under the National Security Act with immediate effect, and he was released from Jodhpur Central Jail. The home ministry said the move was aimed at promoting peace, stability and meaningful dialogue in Ladakh. Read full story
Akasa Air to add fuel surcharge from March 15 amid ATF price spike
Akasa Air will impose a fuel surcharge of Rs 199 to Rs 1,300 on domestic and international tickets booked from March 15, citing a sharp rise in aviation turbine fuel prices amid Middle East tensions. The airline said the charge will apply per sector and vary by flight duration. Read full story
TMC, BJP workers clash ahead of PM Modi’s Kolkata rally
Clashes erupted between TMC and BJP supporters near Girish Park in central Kolkata, just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rally at Brigade Parade Ground. A police officer and a BJP leader were injured in the violence, which involved stone-pelting and slogan-shouting. Read full story
