When the TV serial Mahabharat aired on Indian national TV, Doordarshan, it gripped the nation, often leaving streets deserted. Its powerful dialogues, penned by Dr Rahi Masoom Raza, continue to resonate with audiences even today. Despite facing criticism, he remained unwavering, earning widespread acclaim, establishing himself as a celebrated scriptwriter, and winning a Filmfare Award for 'Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki'. - 'मैं समय हूँ' जब ये शब्द टीवी स्क्रीन पर गूंजते थे, तो सड़कों पर सन्नाटा छा जाता था—क्योंकि उस समय दूरदर्शन पर ‘महाभारत’ का प्रसारण होता था। आज भी इस सीरियल के संवाद लोगों की जुबान पर बसे हुए हैं। इन यादगार संवादों के रचनाकार थे महान लेखक डॉ राही मासूम रज़ा, जिनकी पुण्यतिथि 15 मार्च को मनाई गई। महाभारत के लिए लेखन करते समय उन्हें कई विरोध भरे पत्र भी मिले, लेकिन वे अपने काम से कभी पीछे नहीं हटे। महाभारत के संवादों ने उन्हें घर-घर पहचान दिलाई। वे फिल्मी दुनिया में एक शायर के रूप में आए, लेकिन असली पहचान एक स्क्रिप्ट राइटर के तौर पर बनाई। फिल्म ‘मैं तुलसी तेरे आँगन की’ के लिए उन्हें फिल्मफेयर पुरस्कार भी मिला।

Listen to the Top News of 26/03/2026 from Australia, India and around the world in Hindi.

Victoria marked a development in language education as 18 trained Hindi and Punjabi teachers graduated from Monash University’s Languages Methodology Course. This podcast covers the introduction of Hindi in Victorian schools, the curriculum designed for students from migrant backgrounds, and the professional pathways available for teachers through this program. It includes interviews with a Hindi teacher Sonali Pendurkar, perspectives from Monash University, including Professor Craig Jeffrey, and comments from Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll, outlining the cultural and educational context of the program for students, schools, and the wider community.

When the TV serial Mahabharat aired on Indian national TV, Doordarshan, it gripped the nation, often leaving streets deserted. Its powerful dialogues, penned by Dr Rahi Masoom Raza, continue to resonate with audiences even today. Despite facing criticism, he remained unwavering, earning widespread acclaim, establishing himself as a celebrated scriptwriter, and winning a Filmfare Award for 'Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki'.

As demand for artificial intelligence accelerates, Australia is expanding its data centre footprint while facing rising concerns over energy and water use. The federal government has introduced new guidelines for those looking to expand or build in AI. The listed expectations are: prioritise Australia's national interest, support Australia's energy transition, use water sustainably and responsibly, invest in Australian skills and jobs; and strengthen research, innovation and local capability.

On 24 March, thousands of teachers across Victoria, including educators, principals and support staff, staged a 24-hour strike over pay and working conditions. According to the education union, at least 32,000 teachers gathered from schools across the state. This podcast explains the key demands from organisers, the government’s response and what the industrial action means for students, schools and families. It also features perspectives from teachers on the ground and responses from officials, providing insight into the challenges facing the state’s education system.

Listen to the Top News of 25/03/2026 in Hindi.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 25/03/2026

In this podcast, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has confirmed that around 101 petrol stations have run dry, including 49 in regional areas. She is urging Victorians to make use of the ‘Servo Saver’ tool on Service Victoria to find the cheapest fuel nearby, highlighting that once prices are listed, they can’t be increased within 24 hours. The Premier was addressing multicultural media journalists, where she also responded to questions on the rise of One Nation, the ongoing fuel situation and the teachers’ strike.

The International Energy Agency warns the world is heading into a major energy crisis as conflict between the United States and Iran disrupts oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. Fuel shortages and soaring prices are spreading globally, and emergency reserves may not be enough. While countries push to reopen the route, uncertainty and geopolitical tensions keep markets on edge. How is this ongoing crisis impacting countries worldwide, let's hear.