When major corporate failures occur, investigations often reveal a familiar pattern. Policies existed. Controls were documented. Committees met regularly. Reports were submitted. Yet warning signs were ignored, concerns were not escalated, and risks continued to build until they eventually materialised Read More …
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Risk Culture: The Invisible Control Framework
Global Instability Pushes Geopolitical Risk Higher on Corporate Boardroom Agendas
Geopolitical risk has become one of the top concerns for directors and officers globally, according to the latest Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Survey by WTW and Reed Smith. The risk has climbed from 15th place last year to rank Read More …
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 …