Reference No: CIIE0034Pages: 20Published on: 29, August, 2025
Abstract: Science for Society (S4S) Technologies was started by Vaibhav Tidke in 2010 as an idea to take the latest dehydration technology to India’s rural regions to save farm waste through a unique product—a solar-powered dehydrator to dry and preserve farm produce. The startup enabled rural women as micro-entrepreneurs ... More
Reference No: CMA0159(A)Pages: 12Published on: 6, November, 1968
Abstract: Illustrates the need for organization, integration of activities which cannot bear control from two different organizations. It further illustrates the factors responsible for making the administrative machinery ineffective in the achievement of the objectives of the organization. It shows how understanding and commitment of people within the organization can be ... More
Reference No: OB0196(C)Pages: 5Published on: 16, January, 2006
Abstract: The case adds to the data presented in cases "Midnight Flight (A)" and "Midnight Flight (B)". A couple was denied boarding a flight for which they had confirmed booking. They had to travel onwards by a train to reach their destination. Now their entire schedule was in a mess as ... More
Reference No: PSG0134(C)Pages: 4Published on: 29, September, 2020
Abstract: The adoption of information technology (IT) in public services in India has been uneven and fraught with numerous difficulties. The case describes a context within the Indian police, where a middle-level officer, Vijay Kumar, led the adoption of an IT-based project to organise an All India Level Police Meet. Vijay ... More
Reference No: MAR0265(A)TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More
Reference No: PSG0134(A)Pages: 23Published on: 29, September, 2020
Abstract: The adoption of information technology (IT) in public services in India has been uneven and fraught with numerous difficulties. The case describes a context within the Indian police, where a middle-level officer, Vijay Kumar, led the adoption of an IT-based project to organise an All India Level Police Meet. Vijay ... More
Reference No: P&IR0043(B)Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes how the act of indiscipline on the part of an employee was actually handled by the officers concerned. It also describes the points of view of various persons involved in the situation regarding the nature of indiscipline and the constraints within which it should be handled. Ultimately, the employee ... More
Reference No: PSG0134(B)Pages: 9Published on: 29, September, 2020
Abstract: The adoption of information technology (IT) in public services in India has been uneven and fraught with numerous difficulties. The case describes a context within the Indian police, where a middle-level officer, Vijay Kumar, led the adoption of an IT-based project to organise an All India Level Police Meet. Vijay ... More
Reference No: BP0069(C)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Presents the problems the authorized controller faced in running a unit after taking over the company under the Industries Act. The case is particularly useful in focusing or re establishing the relations with foreign collaborators and suppliers for turning the company around. ... More
Reference No: MAR0321Pages: 29Published on: 3, May, 1999
Abstract: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRC) was set up as a Public Sector company under the Ministry of Railways in July 1990 to bridge the 738 km "Konkan Gap" by providing a railway connection between Roha (150 kms South of Mumbai) and Thokur (about 22 kms North of Mangalore). KRC completed the project at a ... More
Reference No: HRM0248(B)Pages: 27Published on: 10, February, 2022
Abstract: Dr. Nalin Shinghal was selected for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Central Electronics Limited (CEL) in the year 2013. He was contended of having led the turnaround of CEL. CEL was a loss-making Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) with many problems of discipline, operational inefficiencies, aggressive unions, skill ... More
Reference No: ECO0367TECPages: 8Published on: 26, July, 2023
Abstract: The purpose of this case is to introduce the reader to the idea of demand estimation using the price and quantity data. The key concepts that can be taught through this case are how demand functions need to be tailored to the market conditions, and how demand curve shifts when ... More
Reference No: IGPC0002Pages: 23Published on: 10, September, 2025
Abstract: This case study analyses India's gold trade within the context of its current account deficit (CAD), focusing on the policy measure of customs duty. During FY 2012-13, rising gold imports and rupee depreciation worsened the CAD. To curb imports, the government raised import duties. By 2022, duty rates reached 15%. In 2024, rates ... More
Reference No: F&A0542Pages: 23Published on: 26, March, 2019
Abstract: Government of Kerala, through its special purpose vehicle (SPV) - Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL), intended to develop a deep-water Multipurpose Greenfield Port at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram, capital city of Kerala. After a decade of planning and several failed attempts, the proposed project was being offered for bidding as a ... More
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
