Few complexities in the agriculture value chain that need immediate attention include information asymmetry (especially prices), lack of knowledge transfer (agri extension), spurious inputs, storage facilities, and number of intermediaries. MCX’s Gramin Suvidha Kendra, the winner of Businessworld FICCI...
Millennium alliance is a first-of-its-kind initiative in India anchored by FICCI with the support of Department of Science & Technology, Government of India and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). It is a platform to support and...
“……this is just the right time when the nation wanted to see such a bold and decisive move by the Prime Minister. The PM’s statements are a morale booster as they signal the government’s serious intent to take key economic measures that would bring confidence back in the Indian economy and put the growth agenda back on track, which are ultimately for the benefit of the country as a whole”
~ Mr R V Kanoria, President, FICCI in Chennai, Tamil Nadu – India on July 08, 2012
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Indian domestic companies - long used to minerals, energy and other primary materials constraints - are now facing persistent and growing water shortage. FICCI and Columbia Water Centre undertook a preliminary study of water risks perceptions and responses across...
Cities that attract economic power and foster growth also spawn crime, violence & and an overall sense of insecurity. The impetus for urban growth depends much upon India’s ability to sustain its homeland security. FICCI’s initiative on Safe and...
FICCI opines that by 2050, India should become the world’s hot bed for creation, protection and exploitation of intellectual property. A strong and balanced intellectual property rights regime encourages both domestic innovation and knowledge diffusion through IP protection, trade,...