State-owned enterprises (SOEs) are more than just major corporations—they are the backbone of national economies, dominating sectors such as energy generation, transportation networks and heavy industry. Because they are state-owned, SOEs possess unparalleled influence to steer economic systems toward sustainability. Yet, in practice, many SOEs continue to operate in ways that are less sustainable than their private-sector counterparts. Addressing this gap requires clear stra

Introduction to the Neev II Fund 2021 was the year marking the launching Neev II Fund by SBI Ventures Limited. It channelled public and institutional capital into India's climate-tech SMEs to drive scalable green innovations. Receiving backup from global partners like the European Investment Bank, UK government and JICA, it bridges financing gaps for high-potential firms tackling clean energy and circular economy challenges. Fund Origins and Structure Neev II Fund emerged as

Opening Perspective: Why Labour Reform Is a Geopolitical Signal Economic power today is no longer measured solely by headline indicators such as GDP growth, foreign capital inflows, or export volumes. In an increasingly interconnected global economy, confidence is shaped by something deeper—the strength of institutions, the clarity of governance frameworks and a nation’s ability to balance economic expansion with social stability. Labour reform, though often discussed quietly

In today’s digital economy, the role of data has evolved from being a means to an end to being the end itself. However, in the current race by businesses to leverage the power of AI within their products, platforms and processes, the data that is the force multiplier in this process has never been so vulnerable as it is today.  The amount of global data creation is likely to surpass 181 zettabytes and most enterprise data is now distributed across Multi-cloud and Hybrid envi

What is a finfluencer under Indian law? Is giving stock tips on WhatsApp or Telegram legal in India? What triggered SEBI’s ban on finfluencers? What is the difference between financial education and investment advice? Do finfluencers need SEBI registration? What penalties apply for unregistered investment advisory services? Can SEBI impound money earned through illegal stock tips? How can investors verify if a finfluencer is SEBI-registered? Are social media platforms liable

Emerging markets face significant hurdles in ESG reporting owing to fragmented data and limited digitisation. AI and supporting technologies offer practical solutions to bridge these gaps, enabling accurate measurement and goal achievement. This blog explores the challenges and tech-driven pathways forward. ESG Data Challenges in Emerging Markets Emerging markets like those in Southeast Asia, Africa and Latin America struggle with ESG data scarcity. Unlike developed economies

In the modern age, where the promotion of sustainability has emerged as a preeminent focus of corporate storytelling and consumer decision-making, greenwashing , the practice of making misleading claims regarding environmental efforts, has the potential to pose reputational risk. Any corporation, whether a giant global firm that misrepresents its eco-friendly efforts or a startup that speaks to its sustainable mission in overly vague terms, diminishes trust. However, side by

If you’ve spent any time looking at sustainable investment products lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting: almost every mutual fund suddenly looks very  green. “Low carbon.” “Sustainable.” “Clean portfolio footprint.” The labels are everywhere, and they sound reassuring. After all, who doesn’t want their money to do a bit of good in the world? But here’s the uncomfortable truth: sometimes the picture you’re shown isn’t the full story. Imagine visiting someone’

If you sit in any boardroom today, or even skim a CEO’s LinkedIn feed, you’ll notice something: sustainability reporting is no longer treated as a side project. It’s a headline item. A pressure point. A source of pride… and sometimes anxiety. Over the past few years, companies have been trying to keep up with a confusing mix of reporting rules — GRI here, SASB there, TCFD somewhere in between. It felt like trying to follow a map with too many arrows pointing in different dire