CBAM Knots in India’s Textile Story
Months after the European Union launched the transitional phase of its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, the textile sector, though not yet included in the target sectors, in India finds itself highly unprepared for the impact. From challenges posed by environmental compliance demands to rivals’ growth and slow governance support, the industry faces a complex fabric of issues
Ankita Mookherjee - February 01, 2024
Outlook Start-Up Outperformers 2023: Star States
Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Haryana top the list of states and Union territories in the Outlook Start-Up Outperformers 2023 rankings. Their biggest strengths are funding and investment opportunities and business environment, key factors that attract entrepreneurs and investors
October 31, 2023
A Tale of 5 Cities
The lure of reigning start-up hubs, like Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi NCT, Chennai and Gurgaon, remains strong even as several Tier II and III cities vie for a larger share in the growth pie. A conducive environment, built by availability of wider talent pool, infrastructure incubators, mentors, investors, etc., lures new and aspiring founders to these cities
Vinita Bhatia - October 31, 2023
When the Business Hotel Rises With a Difference
Uniqueness, be it in terms of service offerings, additional amenities or environment sensitivity, is helping major business hotels stand apart in the crowd
Vinita Bhatia - September 30, 2023
ESG Check-In for Responsible Hospitality
The interests of the hospitality industry are deeply intertwined with those of the environment and people. It must prove its commitment to upholding global environmental, social and governance standards for its survival and growth
Naina Gautam - September 30, 2023
The Lure of Goa’s High Spirits
Besides its scenic beaches and old-world charm, a major driver of Goa’s economic growth is its alcoholic beverage, or alco-bev, industry. It is powered by indigenous recipes, a large number of distilleries and brands, the growing culture of craft spirits and a business-friendly environment among other factors
Chandreyi Bandyopadhyay - October 01, 2023
SEBI’s Got Indian Thoughts On ESG Push
The markets regulator has, from time to time, updated the terms of environmental, social and governance compliance for corporates. Its latest direction, BRSR Core, is aimed at ensuring better transparency in ESG reporting. While BRSR Core can bring in an additional burden in terms of compliance and costs, it also provides an opportunity to businesses to prepare themselves for global markets
Naina Gautam - August 28, 2023
The Tech Push to ESG Data Management
Data management platforms are helping businesses make informed decisions to optimise their environmental, social and governance regime by collecting and standardising data. Together with ESG experts, they hold the key to a strong compliance ecosystem
Shailaja Tripathi - June 30, 2023
A Sustainability Query for the Zettabyte Era
Amid the debate around artificial intelligence, access to infinite storage space and ubiquitous computing, we need to realise that there is an environmental impact associated with all this
Santhosh Jayaram - June 30, 2023
Building a Case for ESG
Compliance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) guidelines can be tedious but rewarding. By voluntarily joining the compliance bandwagon, Indian companies can reap the benefits of an increasingly ESG-conscious global business ecosystem
Rajiv Tikoo - June 30, 2023