Boards urged to take stronger ownership of risk oversight

Corporate boards are being encouraged to move beyond a passive approval role and take a more active approach to risk oversight as organisations face increasingly complex financial, technological and operational challenges. According to industry experts, modern boards are expected to Read More …

Canara Bank aligns sustainability reporting with CSRD standards

Canara Bank has announced alignment of its sustainability and ESG disclosures with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), reflecting the growing emphasis on global environmental, social and governance reporting standards within the banking sector. The move is expected to strengthen Read More …

Carbon risk emerges as growing concern for Indian businesses

Rubix Data Sciences has highlighted carbon risk as an emerging challenge for corporate India as businesses increasingly face pressure to address climate-related risks, sustainability expectations, and evolving environmental regulations. The development reflects growing awareness around the financial and operational impact Read More …

SEDemac Mechatronics highlights key business risk concerns

SEDemac Mechatronics has released its Risk Assessment Survey 2026, outlining investor perspectives and concerns related to key business risks affecting the company and broader industry environment. The survey highlights increasing focus among investors on governance, operational resilience, supply chain stability, Read More …

Reputational risk emerges as major corporate concern

Reputational risk is becoming an increasingly significant concern for organisations as companies struggle with declining visibility over emerging threats and stakeholder perceptions, according to a recent survey by Willis. The findings indicate that reputational damage is now climbing rapidly on Read More …

AI-Driven Conduct Risk Reshapes Corporate Risk Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining conduct risk within organisations, prompting a shift in how companies approach corporate risk management in an increasingly digital and automated environment. According to the report, conduct risk—traditionally linked to employee behaviour and ethical practices—is now Read More …

Lenskart Case Study: Managing Reputational Risk in the Digital Era

Lenskart, one of India’s largest omnichannel eyewear companies, recently faced significant public attention following a controversy linked to an internal grooming or style guide document that circulated on social media. The document, which was widely shared online, raised concerns regarding Read More …

DHFL collapse: what went wrong in risk and governance

The DHFL collapse stands as one of the most significant failures in India’s NBFC sector. Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd, once a leading housing finance company, defaulted in 2019 and triggered widespread concern across lenders, investors, and regulators. Unlike sudden Read More …

India Inc Faces Global Risks but Lags in Structured Risk Assessment

Indian corporates are increasingly exposed to global geopolitical disruptions, yet structured risk assessment practices remain limited across many organisations. Ongoing conflicts and international uncertainties have heightened concerns around supply chain disruptions, commodity price volatility, currency fluctuations, and regulatory unpredictability. Despite Read More …

Corporate Fever: Why Organizations Must Escalate Risk Before Crisis

In medicine, fever is often perceived as a symptom to be suppressed. Yet biologically, fever serves an important purpose. When bacteria or viruses enter the human body, the immune system responds by raising the body’s temperature. This increase in temperature Read More …