Reference No: BP0158TEC(E)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The forms of parliamentary control are discussed in this note. It lists the various channels through which Parliament exercises its control. The effectiveness of various channels, including the Committee on Public Undertakings, is brought out. The discussion of parliamentary control is in the context of the autonomy and accountability of ... More
Reference No: CIPR0007(A)Pages: 16Published on: 6, July, 2010
Abstract: In May 2005, the Committee on Infrastructure took a decision that the Ministry of Railways, in consultation with Planning Commission, would prepare a policy for permitting private and public sector operators to run container trains through the Indian Railways (IR) network. CONCOR, a listed subsidiary of IR, was the only container ... More
Reference No: BP0128TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note describes the structure of the Indian government. The Presidency, Prime Ministership, cabinet, Parliament and Parliamentary Committees are discussed. It provides a basis for the discussion on the social and political processes generated by the working of these institutions. ... More
Reference No: BP0096TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note identifies and discusses the different instruments through which the government and the Parliament ensure accountability and control over the managements of public sector undertakings in India. ... More
Reference No: BP0319(B)Pages: 23Published on: 14, February, 2007
Abstract: This case is a sequel to Thermax (A). It describes strategy formulation and implementation associated with decisions over investment and internationalization after the firm raised capital through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). While resolving top management succession issues, the firm finds itself in a business downturn that sharply erodes its ... More
Reference No: PSG0146(B)Pages: 4Published on: 13, June, 2023
Abstract: In 2008, amidst widespread farmers’ agitation over land acquisition issues, Ratan Tata, despite investing ₹300 crores, was compelled to abandon the Tata Nano project in Singur. Using Kingdon’s multiple agenda setting model, this case examines why despite the huge victory of West Bengal’s Left Front government in 2006 on the motto ... More
Reference No: OB0086TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note attempts to highlight some of the definitions, theories, functions and the emergence of a leader. The issue whether the leader and leadership is a property of the group or is the characteristic of an individual is discussed. Fourteen functions that a leader can perform and its relationship with ... More
Reference No: HRM0247Pages: 19Published on: 8, June, 2022
Abstract: The Tanda unit of UPSEB was a distressed asset—dues to the power generator supplying UP— NTPC— were mounting. Finally, a resolution of debt was negotiated with the unit to be handed over to NTPC in place of debt. The challenge for NTPC was to turn the plant around from ... More
Reference No: PSG0146(A)Pages: 17Published on: 13, June, 2023
Abstract: In 2008, amidst widespread farmers’ agitation over land acquisition issues, Ratan Tata, despite investing ₹300 crores, was compelled to abandon the Tata Nano project in Singur. Using Kingdon’s multiple agenda setting model, this case examines why despite the huge victory of West Bengal’s Left Front government in 2006 on the motto ... More
Reference No: BP0158TEC(C)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note discusses the ministerial control of public enterprises. It lists powers of the ministry with regard to the boards of directors and the effectiveness of this control. The note also discusses the empirical relationships between the concerned ministry and the public undertakings. ... More
Reference No: STR0490Pages: 10Published on: 5, August, 2025
Abstract: Byju Raveendran started the ed-tech company Byju’s in 2011. The company attracted investors from both India and abroad. However, problems began when the company defaulted in 2021. In October 2024, the Supreme Court of India ordered that the company continue with insolvency proceedings. By the end of 2024, the company was in serious ... More
Reference No: CMA0811(B)Pages: 35Published on: 12, June, 2008
Abstract: A famous brand of sauce tested positive for Sudan I (a prohibited carcinogenic dye added for colour enhancement), which led to the biggest food products recall off the shelves in supermarkets and departmental stores of Britain. This brought to light that the mandatory testing of Sudan I by Spices Board ... More
