ARTICLES
JUNE 2025
Business at Risk: The Unseen Impact of Anti-Social Forces
Any unrest has an almost immediate effect on the economy, slowing down areas it impacts and creating ripple effects. The overall cost of violence in India, including activities by anti-social forces (ASF), was estimated at US$646 billion in 2020, representing ~6% of India’s GDP. Anti-social forces are groups engaged in unlawful activities that threaten public peace, individual rights, and the integrity of the legal system. These groups operate in various forms, from organised crimes and corruption to cyber threats and extremist movements. They often find loopholes in law enforcement, and technology to expand their influence.
May 2025
India’s Investment Landscape Demands Smarter Due Diligence and Accountability
A recent report highlights that in the past couple of years 59% of Indian companies have reported experiencing financial or economic fraud, a figure that is 18% above the global average of 41%, and marks a notable increase from previous years. Against this backdrop, antecedents of the founding team, remains a critical factor when evaluating a startup.
FEBRUARY 2025
Combatting Financial Fraud: Why Constant Vigilance is Key
Fraud has been a persistent threat since ancient times. One of the earliest known cases dates back to Greece in 300 BC, where Hegestratos attempted to deceive shipload insurers by sinking his boat and keeping the cargo. While he drowned in the process, this highlights that fraud is not a new phenomenon.
