3 Things The Catch Up: India joins 135 nations to condemn Iran’s 'egregious attacks' (12 March)
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Mar 12, 2026 A roundup of political drama in parliament and claims about LPG supply. A look at rising inflation and which items pushed prices up. Coverage of India co-sponsoring a UN resolution and regional tensions after strikes that lifted crude above $100. Reports on maritime movements through the Strait of Hormuz and military strikes tied to alleged weapons sites.
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Government Denies LPG Shortage Claims
- Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri denied a reported LPG shortage and said production has increased over the past five days.
- Puri accused the opposition of rumour-mongering after Rahul Gandhi raised shortages in Parliament.
February Inflation Rises Driven By Gold And Vegetables
- Headline retail inflation rose to 3.21% in February from 2.74% in January, driven by base effects and surging gold and silver jewellery prices.
- Key vegetables like tomato and cauliflower jumped year-on-year while onion and potato prices fell, tempering the rise.
India Joins UNSC Condemnation Of Iran
- India co-sponsored a UN Security Council resolution condemning Iran's attacks and demanded immediate cessation of strikes.
- The resolution passed 13-0 with China and Russia abstaining, aligning with PM Narendra Modi's stance on violating territorial integrity.