Eyes of the India

  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 ...

  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 ...