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Independent directors in India today face increasing responsibilities amid evolving regulations and heightened scrutiny from stakeholders. The inaugural edition of our Recent Trends handbook provides timely and strategic guidance tailored to the current realities of boardrooms. Grounded in the latest SEBI regulations, it highlights key changes in corporate governance and offers practical insights for directors, CXOs, and governance professionals on how to effectively navigate these shifts.
From new board mandates to evolving governance standards, the handbook provides practical insights to help leaders enhance board effectiveness, manage compliance, and make informed decisions. It also explores critical themes such as sustainability, cybersecurity, insider trading, labour law reforms, and responsible AI—translating complex developments into clear, actionable strategies.
India’s corporate governance is changing due to stricter regulations, more active investors, digital advancements, and a stronger focus on sustainability. As a result, independent directors are now expected to take on a more involved and responsible role.
Their responsibilities now go beyond financial review or compliance checks. Boards are increasingly expected to evaluate enterprise risks, promote ethical culture, oversee ESG implementation, and ensure digital resilience. Issues such as data privacy, AI ethics, and stakeholder transparency have become central to corporate governance, requiring deeper awareness and strategic involvement from board members.
In this context, this handbook equips directors with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate this complexity. The handbook helps you:
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