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  The Corporate Fever Theory of Risk Escalation: A Conceptual Framework for Early Organisational Response to Emerging Risks

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Dr. Sonjai Kumar, PhD, CFIRM

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  May 07, 2026

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  The contemporary global business environment is characterised by a high degree of uncertainty and systemic interconnectedness. Events such as geopolitical conflicts, global supply chain disruptions, pandemics, financial crises, and cyber threats have demonstrated how rapidly localized disturbances can propagate across economic systems.

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  The Other Side of Geopolitical Risk is a Promised Land: Will Your Board Go There?

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Neetu Choudhary

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  May 07, 2026

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  In times of geopolitical tension, most boards reach for the same decades-old playbook in a very new era: freeze major bets, cut exposure, protect the downside. That instinct is understandable, but incomplete. For a certain kind of director or CEO, this is not only a period of danger; it is a once-in-a-decade opportunity to quietly reposition the business while competitors are paralysed.

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  Geopolitics and Risk Oversight in Boardrooms

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Pradeep Chaturvedi

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  May 07, 2026

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  From trade realignments and economic sanctions to regional conflicts and regulatory shifts, geopolitical developments are no longer distant concerns-they directly influence supply chains, capital flows, market access, and corporate reputation.

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  Driven by Purpose, Defined by Impact: A Holistic Vision for Leadership, Well-being, and Enduring Institutions

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mrs. Neerja Birla

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  Apr 08, 2026

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  Education can transform lives. Not only intellectually, but also emotionally and socially. However, I do believe that academic excellence alone does not ensure well-being. Many young people are navigating stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges silently.

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  Confronting Environmental, Social and Technological Irresponsibility

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

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  Apr 08, 2026

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  Many directors face a dilemma. They may feel they are endeavouring to be socially and environmentally responsible. A company might have CSR and/or ESG policies, invest in pollution reduction initiatives and appear to satisfy legislative and regulatory requirements in jurisdictions in which it operates.

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  Role of Women Leadership: In Building Future-Resilient Boards

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Pradeep Chaturvedi

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  Apr 08, 2026

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  Role of Women's leadership plays a decisive role in preparing boards for the future by strengthening governance, resilience, and long-term value creation. As boards navigate rapid technological change, ESG expectations, and stakeholder scrutiny, women leaders bring diverse perspectives that improve strategic foresight and reduce groupthink.

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  Future of CSR in India

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Lt. Gen. Surinder Nath, PVSM AVSM (Retd.)

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  Apr 08, 2026

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  Corporate Social Responsibility has evolved from being a voluntary goodwill gesture to a strategic imperative in India, driven by a combination of legislative mandates, stakeholder expectations, and the rising aspirations of a socially aware population.

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  Future-Ready Directors: Special Skills Every Board Member Must Develop Today

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Mr. B. Renganathan

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  Mar 26, 2026

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  Beyond possessing subject matter expertise, directors must demonstrate sound decision-making, provide constructive critique, and voice dissent when warranted traits that remain vital regardless of changing business climates.

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  Women Directors, Changing Contexts and Board Diversity

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

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  Mar 05, 2026

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  Many boards are vulnerable. The experience, expertise and development of their members, and their attitudes, assumptions and expectations, often derive from a previous era.

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  The Work Before the Win: Women Beyond Representation on Boards

  By- Institute of Directors | Authored by- Ms. Shefali Goradia

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  Mar 05, 2026

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  Over the past decade, Indian boardrooms have witnessed a greater number of women occupying board seats. The narrative has successfully shifted from “if only” to “how meaningfully?”

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