Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the development of India, partnering industry, Government, and civil society, through advisory and consultative processes. CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry-led and industry-managed organization, playing a proactive role in India’s development process. Founded in 1895 …
India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), headquartered at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, is the nodal agency of the Government of Indiaunder aegis of Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India) for promoting country’s external trade. ITPO is a Mini-Ratna Category-1 Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) by Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) in 2015 with 100 percent shareholding of Government …
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) The Central Board of Direct Taxes is a statutory authority functioning under the Central Board of Revenue Act, 1963. The officials of the Board in their ex-officio capacity also function as a Division of the Ministry dealing with matters relating to levy and collection of direct taxes. The …
Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) AWC, the largest such census in Asia, is organised by Wetlands International, is an international programme that focuses on monitoring the status of waterbirds and wetlands. The AWC was started in 1987, and many birders were initiated into bird counting and monitoring through this project. The AWC is co-ordinated by Wetlands …
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) NPAA was established by a Government of India Resolution in 1997. It is an office attached to Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers. It is headquartered in New Delhi. The NPPA currently fixes price of drugs on National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) under schedule-I of Drug …
Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) The Employees’ Provident Fund came into existence with the Employees’ Provident Funds Act, 1952. It provide for the institution of provident funds for employees in factories and other establishments. The Act is now referred as the Employees’ Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 which extends to the whole of …
International Energy Agency (IEA) Established in 1974 as per framework of the OECD. IEA is an autonomous intergovernmental To ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for its member countries and beyond. Its mission is guided by four main areas of focus: energy security, economic development, environmental awareness and engagement worldwide Headquarters (Secretariat): Paris, France. It …
National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) The National Company Law Tribunal is a quasi-judicial body in India that adjudicates issues relating to Indian companies. The tribunal was established under the Companies Act 2013 and was constituted on 1 June 2016 by the government of India It is based on the recommendation of the Balakrishna Eradi committee …
National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) The NDMA is apex statutory body for disaster management in India and established in 2009. It is under control of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Its provisions are envisaged in Disaster Management Act, 2005 It is headed by the Prime Minister of India. Its primary purpose is to coordinate response to natural or man-made …
The Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) The Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) has been constituted vide GOI notification dated 30th December, 2010. The Council is chaired by the Union Finance Minister and its members are Governor, Reserve Bank of India; Finance Secretary and/or Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs; Secretary, Department of Financial Services; …