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Shloka Mathur

Sep 116 min read

The Evolution of India's International Financial Centre: GIFT City and Regulatory Advancements

A strong regulatory framework can, on its own, position India as a competitive player in the international financial services market,

Aastha Gupta, Dhruv Singhal

Aug 106 min read

Cast(e)ing Diversity Dynamics in India’s ESG Framework

Broadening DEI metrics to include caste-related considerations in ESG disclosures is essential for fostering socio-economic equity.

Aditi

Jul 276 min read

Corporate Political Spending in India: A Corporate Governance Perspective

The SC ruling helps the purpose of transparency and accountability, but there is scope for improvement on the corporate political spending.

Snigdha Ande

Jul 127 min read

Harnessing Financial Innovation: Leveraging ESG Derivatives to Catalyze Green Transition

[Snigdha is a student at NALSAR University of Law.] Derivatives are financial contracts that derive their value from the performance of...

Vaanya Mathur, Vidhi Maharishi

Sep 24, 20236 min read

ESG: Reshaping Corporate Responsibility in India’s Sustainable Journey

This article explores the emerging transition from CSR to the broader framework of ESG in India.

Nankee Arora

Sep 15, 20237 min read

BRSR 2022: India’s Ideal Intersection for Business, Human Rights and Sustainability?

This article analyses the aspects of BRSR that make it an ideal intersection for business, human rights and sustainability.

Pavitra Priyadarshan, Aryaa Parulekar

Aug 16, 20237 min read

SEBI’s Expansion of ESG Mutual Funds Schemes: Demystifying its Implications

The steps taken by SEBI are commendable for facilitating a framework for a fair assessment of ESG schemes.

Deepta Ramakrishnan

Jul 16, 20235 min read

Understanding SEBI’s Draft Regulatory Framework for ESG Rating Providers

It has become necessary to prioritize further research aimed at understanding how ERPs evaluate companies.

Rachita Bhat, Deborshi Barat

Apr 2, 202312 min read

Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency: The India Story

Per the author, it is useful to examine the cost of pursuing green goals, given the existing housing demand in India.

Stuti Agrawal

Jan 4, 20235 min read

Environment, Social, and Governance Parameters – Mandatory or Directory?

Based on the EU standards, there are some modifications that the Indian BRSR may consider for the ESG regime in India.

Divya Pinheiro

Oct 19, 20217 min read

Towards a Sustainable Green Bonds Market in India: A Review of the Green Bonds Framework in India

The author notes the general improvement in awareness about green investing and examines the green bonds framework in India.