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India’s Market Referee Just Blew the Whistle – 5Game_Changing__Moves from SEBI This Year
1. Expiry Days Get a Makeover
No more random roulette! SEBI wants all equity derivative contracts to expire only on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Why? Less overlap = more order.
Deadline for public input: April 17.
Catch the full playbook
2. Conflict_of_Interest: SEBI Looks Within
After internal allegations rocked the system, a new watchdog committee will revise the 17-year-old norms for board member disclosures.
SEBI’s version of Ctrl+Alt+Del.
Full update here
3. ScamAds? Blocked at Source.
Fraudsters, beware. Intermediaries can now post ads on YouTube, Insta, etc., only via SEBI-verified credentials.
Platforms must cross-check before anything goes live.
Read how this reshapes ad-tech in finance
4. India Woos GlobalCapital: FPI Limits Doubled
Foreign investors, your seat just got bigger.
Individual cap: 5% → 10%
Overall FPI cap: 10% → 24%
A bold move to soak up foreign liquidity.
Why this matters
5. New Captain at the Helm: Tuhin Kanta Pandey
After years leading disinvestment policy, TuhinKantaPandey steps in as SEBI Chairman.
Expect sharper reforms, better governance, and serious market hygiene.
Meet the man with the market mop
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Originally published on LinkedIn on 2025-03-28 12:52:26: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3AgroupPost%3A150544-7311369579996323840
NetZeroFatigue: When GoingGreen Feels Like RunningOnEmpty 🌍
#🟢 Ambiguity Fatigue: “Lost in a maze of green fog!
72% of companies lack clear definitions for Net Zero goals. (Source: CDP, 2023)
Only 39% have science-based targets for Net Zero. (Source: SBTi, 2023)
Impact: Stakeholders are left confused, eroding trust and delaying action.
#🟠 Greenwashing Fatigue: “All talk, no trees!
63% of consumers distrust corporate Net Zero claims. (Source: Edelman Trust Barometer, 2024)
Greenwashing accusations grew 55% in 2023, with $40M+ in fines. (Source: UNEP, 2023)
Impact: Public skepticism grows, putting genuine efforts under scrutiny.
#🔵 Financial Fatigue: “Going green costs more green!
Achieving Net Zero needs #$4 trillion/year in clean energy investment by 2030. (Source: IEA, 2022)
Developing nations face a #$1.3 trillion/year funding gap. (Source: WorldBank, 2023)
Impact: Resource inequity slows global progress.
#🟡 Offset Dependence Fatigue: “Band-aids don’t fix bullet holes!
92% of carbon offset projects fail to deliver promised benefits. (Source: Guardian, 2023)
The global offset market hit #$2 billion in 2023, despite ineffectiveness. (Source: ICAP, 2023)
Impact: Over-reliance on offsets delays meaningful emission cuts.
#🟣 Technological Fatigue: “Waiting for tech miracles that don’t compute!
Carbon capture removes only 0.1% of global emissions today. (Source: IPCC, 2023)
By 2030, tech solutions may account for just 10-20% of required reductions. (Source: IEA, 2023)
Impact: Over-reliance on unproven tech wastes precious time.
#🔴 Public Engagement Fatigue: “Climate posters don’t pay the bills!
51% of citizens feel disconnected from national climate strategies. (Source: Pew Research, 2023)
Only 29% trust their government’s Net Zero plans. (Source: WEF, 2024)
Impact: Reduced public pressure stalls policy implementation.
#🟤 Equity Fatigue: “When the rich pollute, the poor pay!
The richest 10% emit over 50% of global emissions, while the poorest 50% contribute just 12%. (Source: Oxfam, 2022)
Developed nations pledged $100B/year in climate finance but delivered only #$83B in 2022. (Source: UNFCCC, 2023)
Impact: Inequity breeds global mistrust, slowing cooperation.
KeyTakeaway 🌍
NetZeroFatigue is real, driven by ambiguity, inequity, and overpromises. To truly go green, we need clearGoals, verifiedAction, and a whole lot of trust.
👉 Let’s make Sustainability about less spin and more action!
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Originally published on LinkedIn on 2025-01-24 14:13:50: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3Ashare%3A7288559629452677121
🚨 CorporateGovernance The Lodha Brothers’ Brand Dispute: A Case of Legacy, Law, and Leadership
🔍 Overview
The high-profile legal battle between Abhishek Lodha (Macrotech Developers Ltd.) and Abhinandan Lodha (House of Abhinandan Lodha) over the “Lodha” brand is more than a family feud—it’s a masterclass in governance, brand strategy, and crisis management.
With over ₹1,700 crore invested in marketing and ₹91,000 crore in revenues attributed to the “Lodha” brand (FY14–FY24), the stakes are sky-high. At the heart of the dispute lies a YR2017 family settlement and differing interpretations of rights to the iconic name.
⚡ Why It Matters
Brand Equity: A four-decade legacy risks dilution.
Reputation: Public disputes among business leaders erode stakeholder confidence.
Financial Impact: Rebranding, legal costs, and operational distractions loom large.
📈 Key Lessons
1️⃣ Brand Governance: Clear ownership rights and robust agreements are non-negotiable.
2️⃣ Conflict Resolution: Mediation, not litigation, protects legacy and relationships.
3️⃣ Crisis Communication: Transparent messaging is essential to maintain trust.
4️⃣ Future-Proof Agreements: Regular reviews of family/business settlements can prevent ambiguity.
🎯 What’s Next?
The Bombay High Court will hear the case on January 21, 2025. The decision could reshape how family businesses approach brand governance and conflict management.
💡 Takeaway
For leaders and boards, this dispute serves as a wake-up call: protecting legacy requires more than just great business acumen—it demands foresight, clarity, and a proactive approach to governance.
What’s your perspective on managing brand rights in family businesses? Share your thoughts below!
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Originally published on LinkedIn on 2025-01-21 13:13:50: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3AgroupPost%3A2153908-7287457364532695040
🚨 CorporateGovernance The Lodha Brothers’ Brand Dispute: A Case of Legacy, Law, and Leadership
🔍 Overview
The high-profile legal battle between Abhishek Lodha (Macrotech Developers Ltd.) and Abhinandan Lodha (House of Abhinandan Lodha) over the “Lodha” brand is more than a family feud—it’s a masterclass in governance, brand strategy, and crisis management.
With over ₹1,700 crore invested in marketing and ₹91,000 crore in revenues attributed to the “Lodha” brand (FY14–FY24), the stakes are sky-high. At the heart of the dispute lies a YR2017 family settlement and differing interpretations of rights to the iconic name.
⚡ Why It Matters
Brand Equity: A four-decade legacy risks dilution.
Reputation: Public disputes among business leaders erode stakeholder confidence.
Financial Impact: Rebranding, legal costs, and operational distractions loom large.
📈 Key Lessons
1️⃣ Brand Governance: Clear ownership rights and robust agreements are non-negotiable.
2️⃣ Conflict Resolution: Mediation, not litigation, protects legacy and relationships.
3️⃣ Crisis Communication: Transparent messaging is essential to maintain trust.
4️⃣ Future-Proof Agreements: Regular reviews of family/business settlements can prevent ambiguity.
🎯 What’s Next?
The Bombay High Court will hear the case on January 21, 2025. The decision could reshape how family businesses approach brand governance and conflict management.
💡 Takeaway
For leaders and boards, this dispute serves as a wake-up call: protecting legacy requires more than just great business acumen—it demands foresight, clarity, and a proactive approach to governance.
What’s your perspective on managing brand rights in family businesses? Share your thoughts below! 👇
Originally published on LinkedIn on 2025-01-21 13:13:22: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3AgroupPost%3A2205762-7287457247146733569
