IOD Blog Archive - Feb 2026

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  Rethinking Expectations of Company Directors: Coping with Changing Contexts and Pressures

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Prof. Colin Coulson-Thomas

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  Events are more difficult to foresee and prepare for. Shifts underway are causing a rethink of what constitutes responsible leadership and represents business excellence. Systems, processes and infrastructures may all reflect previous estimates of what could or might happen, projections of past trends, and assessments of possible developments.

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  Guardians of the Boardroom

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Dr. Tania Dehury, PhD, MBA (Finance)

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  Blending philosophy with pragmatism, Guardians of the Boardroom redefines what it means to lead with purpose, question with integrity and govern with wisdom. This book arrives at a moment when trust, transparency and accountability are no longer optional virtues, but decisive measures of corporate success.

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  Tech Advancement Propels India to Global AI Leadership: Driven by Innovation, Oversight & Enterprise Excellence

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Ramprakash Ramamoorthy

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  The year 2025 was a fruitful year for the Indian tech ecosystem, helping unlock the deep potential of AI in the business landscape. AI has more than evolved to meet the diverse and dynamic needs of Indian businesses as well as deliver unique capabilities.

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  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Why Leaders cannot Afford to Ignore it

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. Basappa Manappa

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  Across Indian boardrooms, one theme has steadily moved from the sidelines to the strategic center - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Once viewed as a social ideal, DEI is now a decisive factor in business performance, innovation, and reputation.

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  IOD Special Talk - The Quiet Architecture of Trust

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Hon'ble Justice Mrs. Sunita Agarwal

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  It is my absolute privilege to address this first-ever National Convention on Leadership and Business Excellence, in this vibrant commercial hub - GIFT City, in Gujarat, marking thirty-five years of sustained contribution of the Institute of Directors (IOD) to Corporate Governance in India.

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  Aligning Board Accountability With Sustainability: D&O Insurance as a Catalyst for ESG Governance in India

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. Om Prakash Prasad

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  The intersection between D&O insurance and ESG performance has been a hot topic in recent years. On the one hand, robust ESG practices reduce litigation risk and improve firms' underwriting risk appetite.

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  IOD Special Talk - Principles before Performance

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. G.C. Murmu, IAS (Retd.)

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  It gives me great pleasure to address this distinguished gathering. Institute of Directors (IOD) has consistently championed excellence in ethics, leadership and corporate governance, and today's deliberations will reflect that enduring commitment.

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  Building a Culture of Excellence for Strategy Execution: The 4S Framework for Strategic Leaders

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. Mohammed Riyazdheen A.

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  This article presents a practical framework designed to empower strategic leaders to actively shape and nurture a culture of excellence, unlocking their organisation's full potential and turning strategy into impactful, lasting results.

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  IOD Special Talk - The Strategic Nerve Centre of Modern Enterprises

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. K. Rajaraman, IAS (Retd.)

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  It is a privilege to address this distinguished gathering on National Leadership and Business Excellence, organised by the Institute of Directors, an institution that has, for decades, played a pivotal role in strengthening the quality of Corporate Leadership and Governance in India.

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  A Report on 2025 National Convention on Leadership and Business Excellence in Gujarat

  By- Institute of Directors

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  Feb 05, 2026

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  This important development was commemorated through the National Convention on Leadership and Business Excellence, based on the theme 'Driving Global Excellence through Effective and Future Ready Boards'. The Convention was held at the Radisson GIFT City in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on 20 December 2025.

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