Experts’ Corner

In today’s interconnected world, supply chains are no longer invisible threads quietly stitching together production and consumption. They are under a spotlight—examined, questioned, and increasingly held accountable. The concept of responsible supply chains has emerged not as a trend, but as a necessity. At its core lies a commitment to ethical sourcing and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every stage of operations. Ethical sourcing is the foundation of a responsible supply chain. It demands that companies look beyond cost efficiency and speed, and instead consider the human and environmental impact of their procurement decisions. This means ensuring that raw materials are obtained without exploitation, that workers are paid fair wages, and that safe working conditions

Introduction With AI taking centre stage in shaping Corporation cost structures and business models across industries has resulted in companies addressing issues which have a direct impact on their profit margins and the way of doing business. This further behoves on companies to improve their delivery mechanisms through sustained innovative solutions by bringing about a resilient and growth oriented culture, which has a lot to do with quick  decision making. This has resulted in fuelling innovation, resilience and growth in all functional areas to include CSR and Sustainability as that will give corporations the necessary competitive advantage. It is therefore axiomatic to mention that corporate leaders have to understand what gives them that advantage and report their outcomes as per

The evolution of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has been nothing short of transformational. What began as a compliance mandate under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 has today evolved into a dynamic ecosystem driving measurable social impact and aligning closely with national development priorities. As we step into the financial year 2026–27, particularly in the context of “PSU Day,” it is an opportune moment to reflect on where CSR stands today and where it is headed. At this juncture, the timeless words of Dushyant Kumar resonate deeply: “हो गई है पीर पर्वत-सी पिघलनी चाहिए, इस हिमालय से कोई गंगा निकलनी चाहिए।” The pain has piled up like a mountain it must now melt; from this Himalaya, a

As the financial year draws to a close, organizations across sectors turn their attention not only to financial performance but also to the social and environmental value they have created. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), once viewed as a peripheral activity, has now become a strategic imperative—embedded into the core of business operations. The close of the financial year (FY) is a critical moment for reflection, assessment, and accountability, where companies evaluate the real impact of their CSR initiatives and demonstrate transparency to stakeholders. Over the past decade, CSR has undergone a significant transformation. It is no longer confined to philanthropic donations or one-off initiatives. Instead, it is increasingly driven by measurable outcomes, long-term sustainability goals, and alignment with national and

“Din raat badalte hain, haalaat badalte hain, Saath mausam ke phool aur paat badalte hain.” Times have indeed changed. Human societies once lived in close harmony with nature, drawing sustenance from rivers, forests, and fertile land. With industrialization, however, the rhythm of life began to shift. Villages transformed into towns, towns into expanding cities, and skylines once defined by trees and open skies rose with concrete and glass. The pugdandi gave way to highways, and the jhonpadi looked up at towering skyscrapers. Even drinking water once freely available from wells and streams now arrives sealed in bottles on supermarket shelves. What we call “development” has reshaped not only our lifestyles and aspirations, but also our relationship with nature and with

Introduction: Growing urgency of climate change and global warming At the closing of the recent COP30 held in Belem in November 2025, the UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell declared that “….climate cooperation is alive and kicking, keeping humanity in the fight for a livable planet”,  infusing a dose of cautious optimism in the ongoing global discourse on climate change. Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, due to natural causes, or due to human activities such as burning of fossil fuels – coal, oil and gas – as has been the case since the 1800s. The average temperature of the Earth’s surface is now about 1.42°C warmer than it was in the late 1800s – prior to

Trust in what you buy is at the heart of product safety. We assume this trust every day – till something goes wrong! This itself underscores why product safety cannot be ignored. PRODUCT SAFETY IS not something we consciously dwell over in our daily life. We routinely plug in our phone chargers, cook on stoves, apply cosmetics, wear clothes, take medicines, sit on furniture and hand toys to children – all while assuming that the products will not harm us. Only until…… they end up compromising our safety, turning into sources of harm. At any given moment, someone somewhere is being injured by a faulty product, albeit quietly. Even as we read this, someone somewhere is paying the price for