Reference No: QM0285Pages: 14Published on: 12, October, 2023
Abstract: This case study focuses on computing the value of concessions (subsidies) offered to select passenger segments, particularly students and senior citizens, by a state-owned public transport corporation. In its current form, however, the subsidy structure is telescopic and does not correlate with value of services offered and fares paid by ... More
Reference No: RJMC0021Pages: 16Published on: 13, June, 2012
Abstract: The Chief Executive Officer of SCOPE (Society for Creation of Opportunity through Proficiency in English) has to decide which of two models, a public-private partnership model which trained interested youth in the language and certified them, or an Only Assessment Scheme, which only tested and certified candidates, needed to receive ... More
Reference No: ECO0121Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Deals with the Reserve Bank Governor's criticism of the inventory policy of public sector companies. Empirical evidence is provided in the case to verify the validity of the Governor's charge. Students are expected to prepare a reply to the Governor on this subject on behalf of a lending industry association. ... More
Reference No: PSG0046TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note outlines the tasks involved in installing and operating a public service. It reviews the technical, economic, and organizational aspects of managing the operations. ... 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: CMA0650TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: Ensuring a fair distribution of public resources has been the concern of planners and socially conscious academics for a long time. The limitations of market forces in catering to such needs of people, which at the current level of deprivation and scale cannot became "reasonable" demand is well recognized. However, ... More
Reference No: PSG0078Pages: 35Published on: 15, April, 1999
Abstract: Though philanthropic activities are age old, in recent times, private service institutions have been acknowledged, both, by the people and the state, for the service they render. However, the accountability of such institutions is yet to be explored, from a service point of view. Though it will not add directly ... More
Reference No: CDT0003Pages: 17Published on: 10, October, 2025
Abstract: Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) is a Government of India initiative aimed at democratising e-commerce in India by encouraging fair competition and eliminating platform monopolies. It leverages open protocol to allow businesses of all sizes and industries to join its network, consistently adding new categories and participants since its launch. ... More
Reference No: JSW0001(C)Pages: 15Published on: 27, April, 2022
Abstract: This case is the third of a three-part series that follows the managerial, strategic, and communications decisions of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) or Clean India Mission, the flagship programme of the Government of India to eliminate the practice of open defecation (i.e., not using a toilet) from 2014 to 2019. ... More
Reference No: JSW0004Pages: 12Published on: 4, August, 2025
Abstract: Antrix (ISRO) entered into a contract with Devas in 2005. A dispute arose when Antrix terminated the contract in 2011 on the grounds of fraud and violation of the public policy of India. After Devas invoked the arbitration clause in the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Paris, ICC rendered an award of ... More
Reference No: CIPR0007(B)Pages: 18Published on: 6, July, 2010
Abstract: In October 2005, the representatives of the Planning Commission, Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Ministry of Shipping met to discuss the RITES recommendations to work towards framing a policy document for running container trains by private and public sector operators on the IR network. Starting with this ... More
Reference No: JSW0001(B)Pages: 16Published on: 27, April, 2022
Abstract: This case is the second of a three-part series that follows the managerial, strategic, and communications decisions of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) or Clean India Mission, the flagship programme of the Government of India to eliminate the practice of open defecation (i.e., not using a toilet) from 2014 to 2019. ... 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: F&A0262Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The introduction of corporate planning in Indian Railways, the largest public undertaking in country, has been described in detail. This case should be used jointly with the note Indian Railways [F&A0261], which highlights the operational characteristics of the Indian Railways and the problems faced in the planning process. ... More
Reference No: PSG0080EXPages: 26Published on: 24, November, 2000
Abstract: In 1998, the Southern Railway (SR) undertook a project to qualitatively
upgrade its railway timetable, with the objective of making
it more user-friendly. The outcome of this effort, which resulted
in the publication of a significantly improved version of
the timetable in August 1998, had a dramatic impact in how it
was ... More
