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Blue Dart wins Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance at 2025 London Global Convention

Newsmantra — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:50:58 +0000

Mumbai, 18^th November 2025: Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asia’s premier express air and integrated transportation & distribution company, has been conferred the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India. The award was presented at IOD India’s 2025 Annual London Global Convention on Corporate Governance & Sustainability – Global Business Meet.

The recognition underlines Blue Dart’s efforts to strengthen its corporate governance framework and embed the principles of transparency, accountability and ethical conduct across the organisation. A robust legal and compliance architecture, led by Tushar Gunderia, Head – Legal & Compliance and Company Secretary, has been instrumental in aligning the company’s practices with an evolving regulatory environment while protecting the interests of stakeholders.

The award was presented in the presence of eminent dignitaries including Mr. N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, India; Sir Chris Bryant, MP, Hon’ble Minister of State at the Department for Business and Trade, Government of the United Kingdom; His Excellency Vikram Doraiswami, IFS, Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom; Mr. Chanchal Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India; and Baroness Verma, Global Chair, Advisory Council, Institute of Directors (IOD), India, Member of the House of Lords and former Minister for International Development and Energy & Climate Change, Government of the United Kingdom.

Commenting on the recognition, Balfour Manuel, Managing Director, Blue Dart, said “Good governance sits at the core of our licence to operate and grow. The Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance is a valued acknowledgment of our commitment to strong governance, compliance and legal standards that support our business and build long-term trust with customers, investors, regulators and partners.”

This accolade further reinforces Blue Dart’s position as a trusted leader in the logistics sector, combining operational excellence and innovation with a strong foundation of ethical and legal practices.

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Granules India Limited Honoured with Golden Peacock Award for Sustainability, Setting New Standards in Environmental Responsibility

Newsmantra — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:45:40 +0000

Bengaluru, 15 November 2024 – Granules India Limited, a leading pharmaceutical company, is thrilled to announce that it has received the Golden Peacock Award for Sustainability. This esteemed award was presented at the Institute of Directors’ Annual Global Convention on Corporate Governance & Sustainability being held in London, UK, and underscores Granules’ dedication to sustainable practices within the pharmaceutical industry.

This recognition follows a highly competitive selection process with 499 applicants and a rigorous three-tier assessment, establishing Granules as a leader in sustainable practices in India. Granules India is especially honoured to be acknowledged by an esteemed jury, comprising former Chief Justices of India, the Vice-Chair of the GHG Protocol, and other prominent leaders in governance, law, and sustainability.

This award reaffirms Granules India’s commitment to “Healing lives responsibly through pioneering green science,” as the company strives to make a positive impact at every step of its sustainability journey. Granules India is dedicated to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Granules’ sustainability strategy emphasizes reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, expanding renewable energy usage, and minimizing waste. These initiatives are supported by a robust governance framework led by a highly experienced Board of Directors, ensuring the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency.

Dr Krishna Prasad Chigurupati, Chairman and Managing Director of Granules India Limited, commented on the award, saying, “Receiving the Golden Peacock Award for Sustainability is a proud moment for all of us at Granules. It reflects our commitment to embedding sustainability at the heart of our operations. As we strive to achieve Net Zero by 2050, our focus remains on pioneering green science and reducing our environmental impact in ways that benefit both our business and society. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to ethical governance and to advancing a responsible, sustainable future.”

Granules India continues to lead by example, driving impactful sustainability practices that support its mission of “Healing lives responsibly through pioneering green science.”

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EIL has been conferred with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award

Newsmantra — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:15:43 +0000

EIL has been conferred with the prestigious Golden Peacock Occupational Health and Safety Award (GPOH&SA). The award recognises EIL’s commitment to reinforcing best practices for Occupational Health & Safety at the Corporate Level by including a fully integrated approach for the protection of the safety interests of all stakeholders.

EIL was shortlisted after a rigorous evaluation by the Golden Peacock Jury under the able Chairmanship of Hon’ble Justice M. N. Venkatachaliah, former Chief Justice of India and former Chairman National Human Rights Commission of India and National Commission for Constitution of India Reforms.

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REC Honored with the Prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Risk Management

Newsmantra — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:12:03 +0000

REC Limited has received the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for its outstanding achievements in risk management. Presented by the Institute of Directors (IOD) in a splendid London ceremony on October 17, 2023, Shri V. K. Singh, Director (Projects), and Shri Daljeet Singh Khatri, Executive Director (Finance), accepted the award .

The Golden Peacock Awards, a globally recognized benchmark for Corporate Excellence since their inception in 1991, showcase REC’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and best practices in risk management within the power sector. Selected by a panel chaired by Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah, the former Chief Justice of India, this award underscores REC’s unwavering commitment to implementing effective risk assessment strategies, fostering sustainable growth, and enhancing resilience in a competitive business environment.

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REC Bags Prestigious Golden Peacock Award in Risk Management Category

Newsmantra — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:56:49 +0000

REC Limited has been awarded the prestigious Golden Peacock Award in the Risk Management Category by the Institute of Directors at a glitzy ceremony in London on October 17, 2023.

The award was received by Mr V K Singh, Director (Projects) and Mr Daljeet Singh Khatri, Executive Director (Finance) from REC Limited.

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ONGC shines bright with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award 2023

Newsmantra — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:11:53 +0000

ONGC shines bright with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award 2023 for exemplary Environmental Performance. The award was received by ED-Chief HSE Ajay Dixit & team in Bengaluru.

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‘Particles’ wins the Golden Peacock Award at IFFI 2019

Newsmantra — Fri, 29 Nov 2019 10:26:49 +0000

‘Particles’ directed by Blaise Harrison and produced by Estelle Fialon has won the coveted Golden Peacock Award at the 50th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), which concluded in Goa . The Golden Peacock Award carries a cash prize of Rs 40 lakhs to be shared equally between the Director and the Producer, Trophy and the citation. ‘Particles’ is an “ambitious yet modest film about the mysteries of being a teenager,” said the jury.

Lijo Jose Pellissery conferred Best Director Award for ‘Jallikattu’

Lijo Jose Pellissery won the Best Director Award for his film ‘Jallikattu’. This Malayalam film is the portrait of a remote village where a buffalo escapes and causes a frenzy of ecstatic violence. In a story that starts as man versus wild, it doesn’t take that long before man becomes the wild. The jury said that they honour the “intricate and complex choreography of this very original and anarchic film”.

The Best Director gets the Silver Peacock Award, a citation and a cash prize of Rs 15 lakhs.

Seu Jorge gets Best Actor (Male) Award

The Best Actor (Male) Award has gone to Seu Jorge for his portrayal of Carlos Marighella in the Brazilian movie ‘Marighella’. He bagged the award for “ the powerful and charismatic portrayal of a revolutionary, very relevant in our increasingly authoritarian times”.

Usha Jadhav gets Best Actor (Female) Award

The Best Actor (Female) Award has gone to Usha Jadhav for her portrayal of ‘Prabha Mai’, in the Marathi film ‘Mai Ghatt: Crime No. 103/2005’. Usha Jadhav got the coveted prize for her “understated and powerful performance of a mother defending her child’s honour against the injustice of a corrupt system”.

Both Best Actor (Male) and Best Actor (Female) are honoured with the Silver Peacock Trophy, certificate and a cash prize of Rs 10 lakhs each.

Special Jury Award for Pema Tseden’s ‘Balloon’

Pema Tseden walked away with the Special Jury Award for his film ‘Balloon’. The film set in Tibetan grasslands got the prize for “the beauty of the film language and the authenticity of the actors”.

The Special Jury Award carries a cash prize of Rs 15 lakhs, a Silver Peacock Award and a citation.

Amin Sidi Boumediene and Marius Olteanu receives Award for ‘Best Debut Feature Film of a Director’ for ‘Abou Leila’ and ‘Monsters’

Centenary Award for ‘Best Debut Feature Film of a Director’ is shared between Amin Sidi Boumediene for ‘Abou Leila’ and Marius Olteanu for ‘Monsters’. Abou Leila’ tells the tale of two childhood friends who crossed the desert in search of Abu Leila, a dangerous terrorist. ‘Monsters’ tells a relationship drama in three chapters that describes the current state of a couple over 24 hours.

Award carries Silver Peacock, a certificate and a cash prize of Rs. 10 lakhs

‘Hellaro’ directed by Abhishek Shah earned special mention from the jury for the “incredible music, it’s colour and graceful choreography”. Though set in a time 45 years ago, issue of woman’s empowerment portrayed in the film is even more relevant today, said the jury.

‘Rwanda’ won The ICFT –UNESCO Gandhi Medal

Italian film ‘Rwanda’ directed by Riccardo Salvetti won The ICFT –UNESCO Gandhi Medal instituted by the International Council for Film, Television and Audiovisual Communication, Paris and UNESCO. The medal bears a portrait of Gandhi engraved by the French artist Pierre-Yves Tremois. Etched underneath is Mahatma’s message of hope : “ In the midst of darkness light prevails”

‘Bahattar Hoorain, the Indian movie directed by Sanjay P. Singh Chauhan earned the special mention under ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi medal category.

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