The Hub Oct, 2021, monthly e-newsletter from Independent Directors’ Databank gives you a broad view of developments happening around Regulatory framework, Corporate world among other updates.

The featured stories in various sections cover regulatory updates, governance practices and experience sharing by Independent Directors.

Great companies provide a continual stream of opportunities for their teams to learn, develop and grow in multiple areas. There is a focus on mentoring team members to always reach for their personal best while taking advantage of teachable moments along the career way. Such companies consider sustainability & alignment with social values as core elements of broad strategy which define the path to be taken. Greatness is not just building outstanding balance sheets but creating value for all stakeholders connected the company in direct or indirect way and also for the society in which they operate and utilize natural resources.

Setting in the Hub – Oct, 2021 issue highlights “How Prepared Is Your Company to Go Beyond Great?” an article from Jim Hemerling, Arindam Bhattacharya, Nikolaus Lang, and Kasey Maggard of Boston Consulting Group.

Vignettes showcase the highlights of CEO Dialogue with Mr. Suresh Narayanan, CEO Nestle India on the topic "Role of Directors during the pandemic".

Regulatory Worktop shares the key updates about, a) SEBI amended circular on Investor Grievance Redressal Mechanism, b) Reserve Bank of India (Market-makers in OTC Derivatives) Directions, 2021, c) SEBI releases revised Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Mutual Funds, d) RBI issues Master Circular on Investments by Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks; e) ICAI and NFRA – Overlapping of Authorities?; and f) SEBI Tightens screws On Related-Party Transactions.

Regulators Eye focus on the key updates relating to a) Tata mulling leadership makeover of $106 billion empire; b) Resolution plan submitted before NCLT can't be modified or withdrawn: SC, c) Evergrande crisis in China, d) India major destination for investments; must attract FDI to become $5 trillion economy by FY27: Deloitte, e) Cabinet approves 4-year moratorium on AGR dues for the telecom sector; and f) Private sector Indian companies taking lead on Green Energy.

Events Expo showcases relevant national and global upcoming events, programs, workshops, conferences, etc. for participation of the members. This issue covers ET Global Town hall Business leader Symposium | 21-22 Oct; IICA Master Class on Building Better Boards |Nov 11-13, 2021| Goa and Webinar on Negotiation Skills | Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry | Oct 13, 2021.

Global Events, suggested are Responsible Leadership: How Do We Make Businesses More Accountable? | Oct 06 - Oct 08, 2021 and International Conference on Corporate Governance and Finance | October 21-22, 2021.