FICCI Knowledge Papers for 2012-13

India Football - The Rising Billion*
Dispute Resolution in Tax Matters: A Discussion
Paper*
Abstract: FICCI has taken up the responsibilities to bridge the
knowledge gaps to aid the football development in India and
to share the real time and up to date information about
ongoing initiatives.
India Football: The Rising Billion is the fourth in series
knowledge paper on business of football in India released at
the Soccerex European Forum, Manchester, UK on 11 Apr, 2013. This
publication is relevant and useful for Indian and international football
community with the interest in developing Indian football. It presents an
overview of market forces and public sentiments around the football in the
country with dedicated chapters to initiatives by national and international
apex bodies, besides strategic investments by Corporates from India and
abroad including leading premier league clubs.
It gives relevant and up to date information to investors and international
experts to become the stakeholders in growing Indian football sector and
take first mover advantage in this long term development process as there
are a multitude of opportunities for experts, educational groups and
corporates to make profound and lasting difference to the future of Indian
football.
Forging India Germany partnerships in skill development
report was released by Hon. Union Minister for HRD Mr.
Pallam Raju at Berlin on 10th April 2013, on the sidelines
of Indian PM visit to Germany. This report focuses on the
partnerships between Indian and German skill providers
on various fronts. The report captures key partnerships,
MoU’s ,Joint projects between the two countries and
prospects of future collaboration.
One of the key concerns of our constituents today is the
prolonged litigation on tax matters and the time it takes to
resolve a dispute. At the same time substantial revenues get
locked up in disputes; some of which could have otherwise
accrued to the receipts of the Government.
In the above backdrop, FICCI has taken the initiative to
analyse the existing system of resolving disputes between the taxpayers and
the tax administration, identify the shortcomings and suggest possible
measures which could expedite the dispute resolution in a fair and
transparent manner and consequently lessen the hardship of the taxpayers.
“Dispute Resolution in Tax Matters” is a discussion paper published by FICCI
recently and submitted to the Finance Minister on 9th April; 2013. The
paper is aimed at initiating a discussion which could result in acceptable
measures to improve the existing Dispute Resolution Mechanism in direct
and indirect tax matters.
http://www.ficci.com/publication-page.asp?spid=20239
Forging India-Germany Partnerships in Skills
Development*
Towards the GST - An Approach Paper*
India as A Hotspot For Inbound Tourism –
reigniting destination appeal*
Abstract: In order for a fundamental fiscal reform, such as the
GST, to succeed, it is imperative that all stakeholders are fully
on board and are in agreement with the underlying
proposals. Under these circumstances, it is appropriate and
indeed obligatory for us to share our thoughts on various
aspects of the GST positively and proactively with the
Government of India and the Empowered Committee, so
that these may be considered and deliberated upon, before finalising the
dual GST in all its dimensions.
In the aforesaid backdrop, FICCI had organised an Interactive Session on
GST with Mr. Sushil Kumar Modi, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar on
April 22, 2013 at Mumbai and also released a document “Towards the GST
– An Approach Paper” on this occasion. The document lists out some key
issues concerning GST and FICCI’s viewpoint thereon. The issues covered
include the rates of GST, threshold limits for exemptions, the administrative
set up, the transition arrangements for switch-over to GST, the IT Systems
necessary for data capture etc.
Both the documents viz. “Dispute Resolution in Tax Matters” and “Towards
the GST” are accessible on FICCI’s website.
Abstract: The Paper talks about Demanding operational
clarification and clear distinction at the central level, the
Study urges amendment of the Prize, Chits and Money
Circulation Schemes (Banning) Act, by:
(a) First, defining Direct Selling including Multi-level
marketing.
(b) Second, there needs to be an explicit qualification explaining that direct
selling is not to be interpreted as a money circulation scheme.
(c) Third, a Pyramid scheme has to be defined, so that people know what is
being prohibited. This will protect direct selling companies, protect
consumers and facilitate enforcement.
Overall, India needs a more systematic policy on DS that is based on its own
constitutional structure and also the realities and idiosyncrasies of the Indian
economy.
The study examines the Inbound tourism scenario and the
initiatives undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism,
Government of India as well as the marketing and
promotional initiatives undertaken by the various states. The
key messages and recommended policy actions given in the
report to promote foreign tourist arrivals in India are focus on
innovative marketing campaigns and tourist facilitation
services, waive tourist visa fees in targeted destinations, Improving
destination connectivity, wayside amenities and security, Standardization of
rates and fares, concerted efforts to offer value for money, Rationalization
of the tax structure and licensing regime, Extending the infrastructure status
to 'all' hotels and tourist accommodation units and single window
clearance.
Direct selling in India: Appropriate Regulation Is
the Key*
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KNOWLEDGE PAPERS
2012-13

Integrating MSMEs with the Global Value Chain*
Knowledge Paper Released during the Conference
"Poly India 2013”*
FICCI MSME Summit 2013 is positioned to address the theme
of "Integrating MSMEs with the global value chain". In order
to highlight the imperatives of becoming a part of the global
value chain as well as the opportunities to align MSMEs’
operations and processes with the value chain, the “FICCI-
Grant Thornton Report” highlights specific models and
approaches that MSMEs could explore to plug into new
market opportunities. The report also provides an insight into
innovative marketing tools, along with ways in which traditional strategies
could be sharpened as companies strive to become globally competitive. To
gauge the Indian business environment vis-à-vis its ability, need and
intention to become a part of the Global Value Chain, Grant Thornton and
FICCI also undertook a survey covering a number of Indian MSMEs.
Business Model of Service Delivery and MSME
Analysis of select cases in India*
India & Sub-Saharan Africa: Mirage of Perceptions*
In November 2010, FICCI had joined hands with GIZ – SIDBI
for a project on “Serving MSME Serving India” within the
framework of MSME Umbrella Programme being
implemented by GIZ and SIDBI. This report analyzes the
business model of a selected list of those business
development service (BDS) providers in India, which focused
on delivering nonfinancial business development services to
the MSMEs in India. The objective of this report is to identify
the key operating principles for the BDS providers in creating self
sustainable and scalable business models focused on the needs of the
MSMEs.
Plastic industry is making significant contribution to the
economic development and growth of various key sectors in
the country namely: Automotive, Agriculture, Construction,
Electronics, Healthcare, Textiles, and FMCG etc. The sector
has been growing at a very good pace at above 10% for the
past many years and is also highly employment intensive.
With a turnover of above Rs.90,000 crores and employing
above 3.5 million persons (both directly and indirectly) the
sector is making good contribution to the national economy. The
engineering plastics industry has evolved significantly in the past decade
with rapid increase in applications of high performing engineering resins
with enhancing properties, such as strength, high weather resistance, light
weight and high workability. This segment of industry has huge potential
for growth waiting to be tapped
India has emerged as one of the world’s growth engines.
While growth in the recent past is much celebrated, it has not
percolated to the larger masses. Sub-Saharan Africa has also
been growing fast since the last decade and has drawn
optimism from many. But associations of poverty, instability,
corruption and civil strife etc. have continued to mar the
perceptions about the region in the minds of the larger
population in South Asia. This commentary is an effort to
compare India and Sub-Saharan Africa to show that certain Sub-Saharan
African countries fare better than India in terms of the select few socio-
economic indicators. The article aims at stirring discussions about the
ignorance about Africa and changing the general sense of pessimism
around African socio-economic development
Knowledge and Strategy Paper on Technology
Upgradation in Chemicals & Petrochemicals
Industry*
The Indian chemical industry is an integral component of the
Indian economy with Key linkages to downstream industries
such as automotive, textiles, consumer durables,
engineering, food processing etc. The industry produces and
supplies more than 80000 products. The domestic demand is
rapidly increasing, and is being fuelled by approx. 200 million
Indian middle class consumers. The New National Manufacturing Policy has
set the target of increasing the share of manufacturing in GDP to at least
25% by 2025 (from current 16%). The Indian Chemical industry needs to be
globally competitive as also sustainable. And for that to happen it needs to
adapt latest technologies which are water/energy efficient as also green and
safe. The chemical industry in the coming decades has to promote
sustainable development by investing in technologies that protects
environment and stimulates growth while balancing economic needs and
financial constraints. This Knowledge Paper gives special focus to this
aspect.
The Background Paper for the BRICS Business Forum Meeting
2013 delves into the economic aspects of the grouping which
has established a firm foothold in the global economy in the
last decade. The Paper provides an insightful approach into
the economic dynamics of Brazil, Russia, India, China and
South Africa which command almost 27 per cent of the
global gross domestic product in purchasing power parity terms and 20 per
cent of global gross domestic product in nominal terms.
Global FDI flows into the BRICS countries increased from US$ 232 billion in
2010 to US$ 280 billion in 2011, which is almost 18 per cent of total global
FDI flows, while outward FDI flows was to the tune of US$ 145 billion. Intra-
BRICS trade grew by nearly 30 per cent in 2011 to touch US$ 275 billion.
The Paper suggests several areas of fruitful cooperation amongst the BRICS
countries like agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare which if tapped can
catapult the grouping into more influential orbits.
Maize is the most widely distributed crops of the world. Maize
ranks first in world production followed by wheat and rice. It
is being widely used for food, feed, industrial raw material
and ethanol production. India ranks sixth in global maize
production, contributing 2.4% of world production,
however, the country lags far behind in productivity. It is
understood that with the increasing demand for value added foods &
industrial requirements, maize will hold its share as an important cereal
crop. Besides highlighting the potential and opportunities in the country,
the report also focus on major technological breakthroughs in maize
cultivation.
Background Paper for the BRICS Business Forum
Meeting*
Maize in India 2013*

Background Paper: Interactive Meeting with
Mr. Ajay Maken, Hon'ble Minister for Housing &
Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India*
FICCI Working Paper on Health Insurance Fraud*
As per the report of the Technical Group on Urban Housing
Shortage (2012-17) constituted by the Ministry of Housing
and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Govt. of India, there is a
shortage of 18.78 million dwelling units in India. Housing and
construction sector is the second largest employment
generating sector in India and provides employment to more
than 35 million people.
If given proper impetus, the sector can become one of the significant drivers
for the ‘double digit’ growth. The background paper throws light on some
of the key issues which are impacting real estate industry and suggests some
solutions to the challenges.
Today Indian Legal Industry faces challenges from
unscrupulous traders and manufacturers who are indulging
in smuggling and counterfeiting activities. This jeopardizes
the interest of consumers, legal industry, and the government
as they end up robbing these stakeholders in one way or
another. Internationally too this has been a well established
and quantified menace which has grown rapidly in the last decade.
In India, there has been no authentic research or data available on this
growing activity which can seriously harm the Indian economy. In order to
determine the size of the problem, FICCI CASCADE (Committee Against
Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy) had
assigned TARI (Thought Arbitrage Research Institute) to conduct a research
study based on secondary government data in seven sectors.
These sectors are Alcohol, Tobacco, FMCG (Packaged Food), Mobiles,
FMCG (Personal Care), Computers, and Automobiles. On December 20th,
2012, FICCI CASCADE released the findings of TARI on this issue and they
have quantified that the government loses INR 26,190 crores and the
legitimate industry loses 1,00,00 crores in these 7 sectors along with
Pharmaceuticals because of this illegal activity.
Abstract: The working paper on “Health Insurance Fraud”
developed by the FICCI taskforce on the subject encompasses
the definitions of fraud and abuse, different parties involved
in various types of health insurance fraud, triggers that
represent possible presence of abuse and fraud and the
actions that could be considered at various levels.
The paper also captures the issues concerning inadequate legal provisions
and concerning code of conduct for medical practitioners. The ideas
presented are categorized into one of three broad areas: Process
Improvements and Modifications; Industry Intervention; and Government &
Regulatory action”.
Socio-Economic Impact of Counterfeiting,
Smuggling and Tax Evasion in Seven Key Indian
Industry Sectors*
FICCI Report on FDI in Retail*
ACCESS TO Medicines & Global Outreach SUMMIT*
Abstract: While the impact is expected to be significant
investments in infrastructure and supply chain, and
challenges on job losses may be over stated. The objective of
this discussion note foreign direct investment (FDI) regulation
in retail from opening up of FDI in retail for various
stakeholders this note includes secondary literature review,
Booz & Company analysis and a study of case studies on impact of FDI in
retail in other emerging markets
Abstract: This White Paper showcases the dynamics of India's
engagement with ASEAN; the economic, social, and political
importance of their cooperation; and its consequences and
highlights opportunities offered by this relationship, for
decisions on trade & investments.
With India's 'Looks East' policy post-economic liberalization,
this relationship has made great progress. ASEAN has become one of India's
largest trading partners in recent years with trade growing from US$ 10.2
billion in 2000 to US$ 76.4 billion in 2011. A majority of India-ASEAN trade
is with Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam. In 2011
Indonesia's share of imports was the highest at 34% of India's total imports
from ASEAN, followed by Malaysia (22%), Singapore (20%), and Thailand
(13%). Though there has been a large increase in trade flows, there is still
potential for enhancing trade cooperation between India and ASEAN.
Some of the sectors identified for Trade include Tourism, Agriculture, Health
& Pharmaceuticals, and Information Technology.
Singapore and Indonesia are important sources of FDI inflow for India.
Singapore's investment value in 2010 was US$ 2.1billion, only after
Mauritius. On the other hand, though India is not one of the largest
investors in ASEAN nations, FDI outflows to ASEAN has seen a 200%
growth in 2010, showing great scope for expansion. Huge opportunities
exist for following sectors as elaborated in this white paper: Agriculture,
Chemical, Manufacturing Goods and Services. The report also highlights
other forms of engagement including physical and institutional
"Connectivity". With the on-going restructuring of economic activities,
physical connectivity is essential for the economic and financial integration
of India and ASEAN. People-to-people connectivity via media and other
forms of communication can help community groups, academic
institutions, and arts and cultural institutions. Cooperation in the areas of
physical, digital, financial& media "connectivity" throws open, huge
opportunities for businesses in India & ASEAN as elaborated herein.
INDIA-ASEAN: Forging Partnership for Economic
Integration**
Abstract: FICCI - Frost & Sullivan report on “Access to
Medicines & Global Outreach” was released during “India
Pharma Summit 2012”.
It suggests that with the high costs of healthcare, it is
imperative to have financial protection in form of insurance,
which is the way forward to ensure accessibility of healthcare
services and medicines in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Also, as developed countries have taken keen interest in generic medicines
due to increasing healthcare expenditure, it is important to create policies
for generic medicines for an early market access and global outreach.

Knowledge Paper: Developing Indian Capital
Markets - The Way Forward*
FICCI-Entertainment Lawbook*
Abstract: The Knowledge paper is a compendium of papers
by members of FICCI’s Capital Markets Committee. The
papers aim to analyse and suggest solutions for key issues
pertaining to the primary and secondary markets, the
challenges for insurance companies, asset management
companies and private equity companies as investors,
corporate finance and corporate governance matters and
measures to enhance retail participation . FICCI’s endeavour is to build on
this further and develop a concrete road map for the sector’s progress.
The Knowledge Paper comprises important papers including:
• Theme Paper –‘Developing Indian Capital Markets- the Way Forward’
• Current Status of Primary Market
• Delisting Regulations
• Investors’ Perspective
• Potential of Indian Capital Market: The Road Ahead
• Volatility – The New Investment Paradigm
• Capital Market – Need for active retail participation
• Pricing of preferential placements to institutional investors
• India and the Changing Dynamics in Global Business Financing
• Time to complete Unfinished Reform of Takeover Law
• Corporate Bond markets-Overview/Issues/Way forward
• Financial Sector Reforms: The Need for Changes
This report was prepared to give a brief description of the
challenges and opportunities in India’s urban infrastructure
sector to foreign companies intending to invest in India. It
outlines the urbanisation trend, challenges and issues faced
by urban India, Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal
Mission (JNNURM), projects eligible for JNNURM funding
and urban infrastructure investment requirement sector
wise for 2012-2031. It also projects the humungous
investment opportunities for private sector in sectors like
water supply, sewerage, solid waste management, urban
transport, storm water drains, affordable and low cost housing, technology
and governance and R&D in urban infrastructure. It outlines the significance
of building inclusive and sustainable Indian cities for future generations and
briefly states the opportunities for private sector in India’s biggest urban
development project - the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project.
The entertainment Law book jointly published by FICCI and
Amarchand Mangaldas, a leading law firm of India delves
deeply into the regulatory aspect of the entertainment
industry. This comprehensive report, a must for all
practitioners in this field covers the areas of Broadcast
Regulation, Venture Capital and Film Finance, Co-production
Treaties and Agreement, Digital Rights Management and
Delineation of Film Rights Copyright and many more Topics
• Anti Camcorder Piracy Laws in India
• Trade Secrets and Confidential Information
• Restriction on Online Freedom of Speech- Where Do We Draw the Line?
• Interconnection – Issues with Respect to Carriage and Placement
• Digitisation of Cable Network
• The CCI and the Box Office
• Resident evils of Indirect Tax- 2013-05-08
• Censorship of Films
Report on “Urban Development in India –
Challenges and Opportunities”
FICCI-
Entertainment Lawbook
Industrial Relations & Contract Labour in India*
Water Use and Efficiency in Thermal Power Plants*
Abstract: Contract labour is a growing form of employment
and is prevalent across all the sectors. Though, there is no
precise estimate on the number of contract labourers
employed in India but they constitute a substantial segment
of the workforce. Many a times, they are considered as the
most exploited segment of workers, therefore, opinion vary
on their employment. Though, Trade Unions are demanding
complete abolition of contract labour system, industry needs
it to respond to changing market scenario. Due to Government’s policy of
abolition of Contract Labour from one operation to the other, industry is
finding it difficult to engage extra hands to discharge short-term contract
including export commitments; as a result, employment generation is also
suffering. Industry at the same time supports payment of fair wages and
coverage of contract labour under various social security programmes.
The All India Organisation of Employers (AIOE), an allied body of FICCI, has
come up with an approach paper on the status of industrial relations and
contract labour in India and has put forward the following
recommendations to address the contract labour issue.
• Creating Central and State Contract Labour Boards
• Contractors be treated as a separate establishment
• A single point collection of social security contributions from the industry
and mechanism of full compliance of all statutory requirements
• Issuing ‘smart card’ to each contract labour, indicating his skill and social
security membership
• Payment of additional 4.81% contribution as gratuity to be paid by
industry in addition to EPF and ESI contributions.
• Skills level be considered during wage fixation.
• Payment of 20 per cent above the minimum wages
The Planning Commission FICCI-E Y Report 2012 “Higher
Education in India: Twelfth Five Year Plan (2012-17) and
Beyond” has looked at how the quality of higher education
can be enhanced by focusing on some key levers such as
merit-based student financing, international alignment,
enablement of an advanced research environment, high-
quality faculty, improved technology, and partnerships with
academia, the industry and the Government. The report also
showcases several examples to demonstrate how these levers have been
innovatively used to boost the quality of teaching and learning, and their
outcomes in those institutions.
Abstract: The thermal power sector accounts for the highest water use
amongst all industrial sectors. Rising power demand will
mean greater generation; this in turn would lead to high
water consumption. The report Water Use and Efficiency in
Thermal Power Plants highlights some of the best practices
adopted by the industry in minimizing freshwater intake. The
case studies included in the publication demonstrate the
efforts of Indian power companies who have undertaken
large scale measures on water conservation through
rainwater harvesting and reduced their fresh water intake through
desalination and wastewater treatment and reuse.
The government has played a transformational role in
stepping up investments in agriculture by implementing
various flagship programmes, reforms etc. On the other hand
Private sector is also playing a significant role in improving
productivity & farming returns though at small scale. A right
policy framework is needed to broad base these initiatives
into a nationwide systems. Corporate Interventions in Indian
Agriculture is an attempt to showcase the successful case studies which
embarks the exemplary work done by Corporates in the Agriculture sector.
Higher Education In India: Twelfth Five Year Plan
(2012-2017) And Beyond*
Corporate Interventions in Agriculture*

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