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Governance Overshadows Environment & Social Factors In India Inc’s Credit Landscape: Report

Only nine of 272 issuers saw ESG factors influence credit ratings in 9M2025, with governance issues such as management strategy and financial transparency taking precedence Governance continues to outweigh environmental and social considerations in determining credit outcomes for Indian companies, according to India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra). The agency noted that while ESG-linked risks are […]

MoSPI, IICA Join Hands To Align SDG, ESG & CSR Goals For Viksit Bharat

The partnership seeks to link national and corporate sustainability indicators, strengthening evidence-based policymaking and responsible business participation The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) to develop a comprehensive framework aligning India’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with corporate sustainability and social […]

ICICI Bank Says ESG Initiatives Impacted 1.89 Cr Lives In FY25

CSR expenditure of the bank increases 54 per cent to Rs 801 Cr, focuses on women’s empowerment, healthcare, and environment  According to its latest Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, ICICI Bank impacted 1.89 crore beneficiaries through its social and environmental initiatives in FY2024-25. The Bank’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) spending increased by 54 per […]

Lack Of Awareness & Resources Holding Back SMEs To Adopting ESG Practices: Crif Solutions’ MD

Businesses can empower SMEs with training, support, and incentives to overcome ESG barriers and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain, says Wilfred Sigler, managing director of Crif Solutions In recent years, the economic and financial impact of climate change and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks have gained significant recognition. As a result, ESG […]

Tech Mahindra

Science Based Targets Initiative Approves Tech Mahindra’s Net-zero Targets

Tech Mahindra becomes the first Mahindra Group company to gain SBTi validation for its climate goals, strengthening its commitment to sustainability Tech Mahindra’s net-zero targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), marking a significant step in its sustainability journey. With this recognition, Tech Mahindra becomes the first company in the […]

International ESG Day: How Brands Shaping A Sustainable Future For India

On ESG Day, businesses highlight their role in driving environmental responsibility, social equity, and strong governance to support India’s sustainable development goals Sitting in a multistorey building in Delhi and breathing air of more than 300 AQI, one thing which squeezes a family of four with one of them being a senior citizen is: who […]

Sustainable Success: India’s ESG Leadership & Green Initiatives

The challenge is aligning the Indian industry with global ESG standards, mainly because many European and American jurisdictions are implementing stricter regulations by 2025 says Sudhir Mishra   Byline: Ashima Ohri In a conversation with BW Businessworld, Sudhir Mishra, Founder and Managing Partner of Trust Legal, sheds light on India’s multifaceted sustainability landscape. With extensive […]

Growth Must Go Hand-in-hand With Sustainability: Niti Aayog CEO

“The growth and rise of India is undeniable but it is happening in times which are very different. This is the first time in the history of mankind that a large country is seeking its future to be a developed nation, Viksit Bharat@2047, in an environment where climate change is an ever-present threat and technological […]

Oil India Joins Oil And Gas Decarbonisation Charter For Sustainable Energy Practices

State-owned enterprise Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna CPSE, has declared its support for sustainable energy practices by signing up for the Oil and Gas Decarbonisation Charter (OGDC). The PSU said in its regulatory filing that the move underscores OIL’s dedication to reducing carbon emissions and zero flaring initiatives and contributing to a greener future […]

AR, VR Make Sustainability Education More Engaging, Impactful: Blue Planet Skill’s Mehrotra

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are revolutionising the way we approach education, particularly in complex and critical areas like the circular economy. These technologies offer a unique ability to immerse students in real-world scenarios, making abstract concepts tangible and engaging, said Harsh Mehrotra, CEO and Co-Founder of Blue Planet Skills in an interview […]