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Sethurathnam Ravi on Union Budget 2026 Growth Insights

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  India’s Union Budget 2026 comes at a time of global uncertainty, geopolitical tension, and slower global demand. In this environment, fiscal choices matter more than ever. Sethurathnam Ravi discusses fiscal prudence, manufacturing reforms, and investor sentiment after Union Budget 2026. Sethurathnam Ravi , widely known as S. Ravi, former Chairman of the Bombay Stock Exchange and Founder and Managing Partner of Ravi Rajan & Co, believes this year’s Budget is not flashy but it is strategically strong. According to Sethurathnam Ravi, the government has chosen discipline over drama. The Budget focuses on fiscal consolidation, long-term manufacturing, and digital infrastructure while avoiding populist overspending. Who Is Sethurathnam Ravi Sethurathnam Ravi, often referred to as S. Ravi BSE due to his leadership at India’s premier stock exchange, is a seasoned financial expert with decades of experience in capital markets, governance, audit, and public policy. Why his ...

YouTube Global Outage Today Causes Something Went Wrong Error

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  A major YouTube global outage today disrupted access for millions of users across the world. People reported seeing a persistent “Something Went Wrong” error message while opening the app, streaming videos, or signing in on smart TVs and mobile devices. Users worldwide reported the “Something Went Wrong” error during the YouTube global outage today. The outage began early Wednesday morning and quickly escalated into a worldwide issue. Reports surged from the United States, India, the United Kingdom, and several other regions, confirming that the disruption was not limited to a single country. Within the first hour alone, tens of thousands of users reported problems, making this one of the most significant YouTube service interruptions in recent months. What Happened During the YouTube Global Outage? According to real-time outage tracking data from DownDetector, more than 320,000 users in the United States reported YouTube-related issues. Between 6:30 am and 7:30 am, near...

India France Strategic Partnership Strengthens Global Stability

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  The India France Strategic Partnership reached a historic milestone as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai. Amid growing global uncertainty, both leaders announced the elevation of bilateral ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership, reinforcing their shared commitment to stability, innovation, and trusted cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron during their meeting to elevate the India France Strategic Partnership. This announcement reflects a deeper alignment between India and France across defence, technology, clean energy, and artificial intelligence, positioning the partnership as a pillar of global balance. PM Modi and Macron Meeting Highlights in Mumbai During bilateral talks held at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai, Prime Minister Modi described India–France relations as “special” and a stabilising force in a rapidly changing world order. He stated that at a time when global institutions f...

India Today Group Launches AI News Anchor Sutra

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  The India Today Group has introduced Sutra, a new AI-powered news anchor, at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The launch marks another major step in India’s growing use of artificial intelligence in digital journalism. Sutra, the AI-powered news anchor introduced by India Today Group during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Sutra is designed to summarise, analyse, and contextualise discussions from the summit in real time. With this innovation, India Today Group aims to deliver faster, clearer, and more inclusive news experiences for modern audiences. The AI anchor has been developed in collaboration with BharatGen and was showcased in the presence of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. What Is Sutra AI News Anchor Sutra is an advanced AI-driven virtual news presenter built to support real-time news summarisation. Unlike traditional AI anchors, Sutra focuses on contextual intelligence, not just scripted delivery. Key Capabil...

Amanat Mann IPS Takes Charge in Tamil Nadu Police Following Major IPS Shuffle

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In a strategic reshuffle of senior IPS officers, Amanat Mann IPS has been transferred to Tamil Nadu police, bringing new leadership and a fresh approach to law enforcement in the state. This move is part of a broader initiative to enhance administrative efficiency, traffic management, and public safety across major cities. Amanat Mann IPS Leadership Changes in Chennai Traffic Police As part of the reshuffle, Trichy Police Commissioner A Arun has been appointed Additional Commissioner of Chennai Traffic Police , taking over from IGP K Periaiah , who has now been posted as Coimbatore City Police Commissioner. This transition is expected to strengthen traffic enforcement and improve road safety in Chennai. Key Transfers Across Tamil Nadu The IPS reshuffle also includes several important transfers to optimize police operations across the state: IGP G Venkatraman , previously heading Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies CID, is now appointed as IGP of the State Police Establishment. IGP R ...

Rahul Gandhi Condemns Ladakh Violence, Urges 6th Schedule for UT

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday sharply criticized the Modi government over the recent unrest in Ladakh , which left four people dead and nearly 80 injured. He accused the BJP and RSS of targeting the Union Territory and backed demands to grant Ladakh statehood and inclusion under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution.  Gandhi backs Ladakh demand The violence erupted on September 24 during protests led by activist Sonam Wangchuk . Peaceful demonstrations turned violent as protesters set fire to the local BJP office and several vehicles. Police responded with baton charges, leading to multiple injuries and fatalities. Authorities arrested Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) and lodged him in Jodhpur Central Jail , citing his “provocative” statements. Speaking on social media, Rahul Gandhi stated: “Ladakh’s amazing people, culture, and traditions are under attack by the BJP and RSS. Ladakhis asked for a voice. The BJP responded by killing 4 young men and jaili...

PM Modi Writes Foreword for Indian Edition of Giorgia Meloni’s Memoir

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has penned the foreword to the Indian edition of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s memoir , “I Am Giorgia — My Roots, My Principles.” The book, published by Rupa Publications , is set to launch in India soon. Modi backs Meloni’s memoir Calling Meloni a “patriot and outstanding contemporary leader,” Modi praised her personal and political journey as one that deeply resonates with the Indian people. Drawing a parallel to his own radio address, he described the autobiography as Meloni’s “Mann Ki Baat.” In his note, Modi wrote: “It is a great honour to contribute to this book. I do so with respect, admiration and friendship for Prime Minister Meloni. Her inspiring and historic journey will be well received in India as a refreshing story of an outstanding contemporary political leader.” Reflecting on his decade-long interactions with global leaders, Modi emphasized that Meloni’s story highlights “timeless truths” of resilience, rootedness, and cultur...