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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 ...

  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...

  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...

  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...

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 ...

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...

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...

Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has announced plans to appeal against a recent Karnataka High Court order directing compliance with government takedown directives. The company termed the ruling “deeply concerning,” warning that it could empower a vast number of police officers to issue arbitrary content removal notices . X vs Karnataka HC In a statement, X said: “Deeply concerned by the recent order from Karnataka Court in India, which will allow millions of police officers to issue arbitrary takedown orders. We will appeal this order to defend free expression.” The Karnataka High Court had earlier dismissed petitions filed by X challenging the Centre’s directions to block certain accounts and posts. The court emphasized that social media cannot operate unregulated in India , describing oversight as “the need of the hour.” The bench clarified that constitutional free speech rights under Article 19 apply only to Indian citizens, not foreign entities . “Article 19 remains ...

The Uttar Pradesh Police was recognized for excellence in presentation and public engagement at the third edition of the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) , which concluded in Gautam Buddh Nagar on Sunday. UP Police wins award The event, jointly organized by the Uttar Pradesh government and the India Exposition Mart , saw wide participation from multiple sectors. Under the leadership of DGP Rajeev Krishna , UP Police set up a comprehensive joint stall in Hall No. 4 , highlighting: Citizen-centric initiatives Technological advancements Modern policing models aimed at strengthening safety and public trust Organizers evaluated all 15 halls of the trade show , shortlisting the top three stalls from each based on size, setup, ambience, and visitor footfall . The UP Police stall from Hall No. 4 emerged among the winners. The award was formally presented to Superintendent of Police, UP-112, Nidhi Sonkar by cabinet ministers Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ (Industrial Development...

The Central Selection Board of Constable (CSBC), Bihar has released a notification for 4,128 constable vacancies across multiple categories. Applications will open on October 6, 2025 , through the official website csbc.bihar.gov.in , and the deadline for submission is November 5, 2025 . 4,128 Bihar Police jobs The recruitment drive includes: 1,603 posts of Alcohol Prohibition Constable (Level 3 pay scale: ₹21,700–₹69,100) 2,417 posts of Chamberlain (Level 3 pay scale: ₹21,700–₹69,100) 108 posts of Mobile Squad Constable (Level 2 pay scale) Selection Process Written Examination: OMR-based, 2 hours, 100 questions Subjects: Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Science, Science, General Knowledge & Current Affairs Class 10 level; 1 mark per question Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Includes running, high jump, and shot put Mandatory to clear all tests to proceed Final Merit List: Prepared on the basis of PET performance Document Verifi...

India faces tariff pressure from US, strategic disadvantage against China India’s energy strategy has come under fresh strain as US President Donald Trump’s secondary tariffs on Russian oil imports take effect from August 27. The additional 25 per cent duty on India’s purchases has sparked concerns in New Delhi that the country is being unfairly targeted in Washington’s attempt to squeeze Moscow’s oil revenues and force it into peace negotiations over the Ukraine war. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed surprise over the new tariff, noting that it was the United States that initially encouraged India and others to buy Russian oil to help stabilise global energy markets. Speaking in Moscow alongside Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Jaishankar underlined India’s position that its crude imports are driven by affordability and energy security, not geopolitics. However, policy experts believe India has become a “soft target” for Washington. According to analyst Dav...

India, Brazil Strengthen Oil Trade Amid US Tariff Pressures Amid escalating trade tensions with the United States, India and Brazil are drawing closer in the energy sector, with a particular focus on crude oil trade. Both nations have been hit by 50 per cent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, who has intensified his protectionist stance by targeting major economies, including New Delhi and Brasília. Brazil’s crude oil exports to India have surged significantly in the first half of 2025, marking the fastest growth among all India’s oil suppliers, according to data from S&P Global Commodity Insights (SPGCI). This trend has continued into the latter half of the year, as Indian refiners accelerate efforts to diversify their supply sources in response to the increasing weaponisation of trade tariffs. “Sky-high US tariffs are prompting India and Brazil to explore opportunities to boost oil trade, as New Delhi looks for alternatives to Russian oil, while Brazil scouts for n...

India and Pakistan airspace closures enter fifth month of restrictions India has extended its airspace ban on Pakistani airlines and aircraft until the early morning of September 24, according to a fresh notice to airmen (NOTAM) issued late Friday. This reciprocal closure, which began in April, has now entered its fifth month, significantly impacting Indian aviation while causing minimal disruption to Pakistan. The ban was first imposed after the April 24 Pahalgam terror attack, when Pakistan barred Indian aircraft from overflying its airspace. India responded on April 30 with a similar measure against Pakistani carriers. Since then, both countries have been renewing these closures through monthly NOTAMs. While the restrictions apply only to each other’s airlines and military flights, the airspace remains open for carriers from other nations. For Indian aviation, the impact has been considerable. Around 800 weekly flights from Indian carriers that once relied on Pakistani airspace ...

  Sethurathnam Ravi at 66: A Visionary in India’s Financial Transformation Sethurathnam Ravi , one of India’s most respected financial experts, celebrates 66 years of life and a career that has significantly shaped the country’s economic structure. Known for his integrity, depth of knowledge, and commitment to sustainable governance, Sethurathnam Ravi’s journey offers insights into how one individual can influence an entire financial ecosystem. Born in 1959 and educated in Jabalpur and Bhopal, Sethurathnam Ravi developed a strong academic foundation in ethics and logic—principles that have guided his professional path. As a Fellow Chartered Accountant with specializations in information systems audit and insolvency, he entered the world of finance with a rare combination of technical skill and strategic foresight. A Turning Point in Public Sector Banking In 2003, the Government of India and the Reserve Bank of India appointed Sethurathnam Ravi to the board of Punjab ...