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MAY 29, 2025
Compliance-Related Fines by RBI reach INR 30 crores
According to Alea Consulting, an established compliance and risk mitigation consulting firm, Indian financial institutions incurred nearly INR 30 crores in fines due to compliance-related issues during January to May 2025. Globally, this figure has exceeded USD 2 billion, underscoring the magnitude of regulatory challenges faced by institutions and businesses worldwide.
APril 30, 2025
Governance Issues Global Corporations Need to Check Every Time
The landscape in India is rapidly changing. New privacy laws have been frozen (Digital Personal Data Protection or the DPDP Act 2023), and the business rules are about to be announced. While reporting on ESG is mandatory for the top 1000 listed companies, several GCCs (Global Capability Centers) have had to report on their activities to meet the needs of their US and European parentage.
APril 30, 2025
Pitch Perfect! NIIF clinches Alea Cup in a thrilling corporate showdown
It was wickets over wallets and boundaries over balance sheets as Mumbai’s financial elite swapped suits for cricket whites at the third edition of the Alea Cup, hosted at the Western Railway Sports Ground. Sponsored by Alea Consulting and held under the umbrella of Saran Sports’ iconic CC7 tournament, the clash brought together six powerhouse teams from the financial world including heavyweights like NIIF, Kotak Investment, CPP Investments, and Apollo Asset Management.
April 07, 2025
Due diligence pays dividends as Alea elevates Dhananjay Saraswat
Climbing the corporate ladder is no easy feat unless, of course, you’ve built it rung by rung yourself. Alea Consulting has announced the elevation of long-time team member Dhananjay Saraswat to the role of director of operations, recognizing a decade’s worth of sharp investigative acumen, operational finesse, and an unwavering eye for detail.
March 26, 2025
Angel investing in India: High rewards, high risks—how to navigate the landscape
India’s startup ecosystem is booming, attracting billions in funding. But with thousands of startups shutting down due to governance lapses and financial stress, angel investors must tread carefully. Here’s how they can mitigate risks and make informed investment decisions.
February 27, 2025
Alea Consulting expands its India operations to Bengaluru
Alea Consulting expands operations to Bengaluru to enhance client servicing, streamline operations, and foster growth through its strategic alliance. The new location reflects Alea’s robust growth trajectory and future aspirations.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
Roadblocks to ESG adoption in India
ESG has grown to become crucial for companies globally. Taking into account the environmental, social, and governance factors when investing, refers to ESG investments. By investing in companies that adhere to ESG principles, Indian investors can help promote responsible and sustainable business practices.
November 23, 2021
Post-investment due diligence in India is crucial
Over the past few decades, India’s business landscape has witnessed a steady rise in fundraising via private equity (PE) transactions. Startups, across verticals, have immensely benefited from the increased inflow of funds, with some having attained unicorn status. Even in the post-pandemic era, the startup ecosystem in India received over $17 billion from venture capital (VC) firms in the first half of 2021.
august 19, 2021
Security leaders in India need to create a robust cybersecurity ecosystem
Alea is one of India’s first (homegrown) private global risk, fraud mitigation, and investigative consulting firms, helping organisations reduce reputation and operational concerns. They have expertise in conducting corporate investigations across industries, including FMCG, energy, education, e-commerce, banking, EPC, fintech, healthcare, insurance, logistics, manufacturing, mining, pharmaceutical, real estate, retail, renewables, startups, and telecom.