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Viksit Bharat Through ESG: Highlights from the 2025 National Business Responsibility Conference
When talking about Viksit Bharat 2047, the first clear signs of progress are frequently modern highways, digital India, booming exports,...

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Sep 16 min read


Future‑Proofing Your Business: How Indian Firms Leverage ESG for Sustainable Growth
In today’s business landscape, when climate risk, social accountability, and ethical governance are facing rigorous scrutiny, ESG...

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Jul 306 min read


Shielding the Boardroom: Managing Third-Party Data Risks with Confidence
Not too long ago, corporate boards focused on familiar concerns — financial oversight, succession planning, shareholder value, and...

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Jul 2910 min read


Boardroom Leadership in Operational Excellence: Strategies That Drive Sustainable Performance.
Something’s quietly changing in the boardrooms of India’s most ambitious companies. Not long ago, operational excellence was a line...

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Jul 299 min read


The Greatest Board Failures: Lessons from Modern Governance Disasters
Corporate boards are supposed to watch how companies are run, help plan for the future and make sure everyone—investors, workers and...

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Jul 2410 min read


Indigenous Rights in ESG Strategies: A Director's Guide
Exploring Indigenous rights in ESG and directors' role in ethical governance.

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Feb 38 min read


Artificial Intelligence and Board Decision-Making
Explore how AI is reshaping board decision-making, balancing tech advantages with essential human oversight for effective governance.

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Jan 2017 min read


Preventing Greenwashing: Boards’ Role in Sustainability Governance
Discover how boards can prevent greenwashing and ensure honest sustainability claims.

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Jan 168 min read


Cross-Industry Board Experience: Can It Improve Corporate Governance?
Explore how cross-industry board experience improves corporate governance by fostering innovation, strategic oversight, risk management, an

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Jan 1314 min read


Navigating Effective Virtual Board Meetings
Learn how to conduct compliant, effective virtual board meetings and maintain governance.

Directors' Institute
Jan 98 min read


70,000+ Women directors in startups: A Catalyst for Inclusive Growth
India's startup ecosystem thrives with over 73,000 ventures led by women directors, showcasing their pivotal role in innovation and ethical

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Jan 66 min read


Corporate Governance: What Did 2024 Witness and What Needs to Be Done?
Discover the major corporate governance revelations of 2024, including Adani scandals, and learn key reforms to enhance transparency and acc

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Jan 66 min read


Independent Directors as Catalysts for ESG Innovation
Explore how independent directors can foster a culture of innovation to tackle emerging ESG challenges and enhance long-term sustainability.

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Jan 610 min read


What You Need to Know Before Taking Your First Board Seat: 8 Key Factors to Consider
Considering for your first board seat? This comprehensive guide outlines the eight key factors you need to evaluate to ensure a meaningful c

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Jan 312 min read


No board experience? What actions should you take?
Looking to join a board but lack experience? Discover key strategies to leverage your skills, build connections, and secure your first board

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Dec 31, 202415 min read


Stakeholder Engagement and Independent Directors: Balancing the Interests of Various Stakeholders in Decision-Making
Explore how independent directors balance stakeholder engagement in decision-making, enhance transparency, and integrate ESG considerations

Directors' Institute
Dec 18, 202414 min read


Gender Equality and Independent Director - Promoting gender diversity and equal opportunities on boards
Discover how Independent Directors can advance gender diversity and equal opportunities on boards, enhancing leadership equality.

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Dec 13, 202412 min read


Independent Directors and Boardroom Technology: Leveraging Digital Tools and Platforms to Enhance Board Effectiveness and Decision-Making
Explore how independent directors can enhance board effectiveness and decision-making by leveraging digital tools and boardroom technology.

Directors' Institute
Dec 2, 20247 min read


Board Evaluations and Independent Directors- Assessing the performance and effectiveness of the board and its members
Explore the significance of board evaluations and independent directors in enhancing governance. Learn trends, best practices, and the evolv

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Nov 21, 202414 min read


Mental Health and Corporate Governance: The Board’s Role in Promoting Employee Well-Being
Explore the critical role boards play in integrating mental health into corporate governance. Discover strategies for enhancing employee wel

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Nov 13, 202410 min read
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