American Institute of Indian Studies (http://humanities.uchicago.edu/orgs/ais/hp.htm)
A premier American research institution in India which provides fellowship for study in India and maintains several long-term projects and collections.
Archaeological Survey of India (http://asi.nic.in/)
Agency under the Department of Culture since 1861 that identifies, preserves, and protects the cultural heritage of India. Features information on several thousand monuments in India and includes reports, monographs, and large list of publications, and information on training programs.
The Asia Foundation: India (http://www.asiafoundation.org/Locations/india.html)
The Asia Foundation, based in San Francisco, is a private non-profit, non-governmental organization working to promote the mutual interests of the USA and the countries of Asia and the Asia Pacific region. The website contains perspective papers and project reports on the countries where the Asia Foundation is active.
The Asiatic Society (http://www.indev.nic.in/asiatic/)
One of the oldest scholarly organizations of its kind, the Society conducts "inquiry into the history and antiquities, arts, sciences and literature of Asia." Presents a history of the Society, information on its library, museum, and includes lists of publications and past Society presidents.
The Asiatic Society of Bombay (http://education.vsnl.com/asbl/)
Society founded in 1804 to "encourage the study of and research in the Languages, Philosophy, Arts and Natural & Social Sciences in relation to Asia, in general and India, in particular." Presents a history of the Society, list of publications, organizational structure, and membership information. Includes a list of "important treasures" from the library, and tables of contents from "Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bombay" (since 1992).
Bhāratīya Pratibhūti aura Vinimaya Borḍa (http://www.sebi.gov.in/)
Presents a large number of pertinent laws and regulations relating to the financial market, circulars and directives concerning mutual funds, primary markets, secondary markets and venture capital, and foreign investors. Includes press releases arranged by topic (archived since 1996) and annual reports (archived since 1996; most recent also available in PDF format). Site search function.
Bombay Natural History Society (http://www.bnhs.org/)
Established in 1883, as one of the largest NGOs in India engaged in nature conservation research. Component agencies include ENVIS Centre for Avian Ecology and Inland Wetlands, Environmental Impact Assessment Cell, The Sa�lim Ali Nature Conservation Fund, Sa�lim Ali Loke Wan Tho Ornithological Research Fund, Conservation Committee, University of Mumbai, and the Conservation Education Centre. The site provides the scope and project descriptions of each component.
Centre for Ecological Sciences (http://ces.iisc.ernet.in/)
Research institute which studies "basic and applied ecology." The site offers information about the Institute, a discussion group on sustainable forest use, online access to the journal Current Science from August 1998, and an ecclectic list of links under "Miscellaneous."
Children's Book Trust (http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/)
India's largest children's publisher, Children's Book Trust of India was founded in 1957 in Delhi. CBT also operates a library, the Indraprastha Press, a doll museum, a children's center, sponsors international writing and painting contests for children, and publishes a children's magazine, "Children's World." The site describes their operations with photos and pictures of book covers along with ordering information. Some of the titles are in Hindi.
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (http://dgca.nic.in/)
Agency with statuary authority for the implementation and monitoring of standards for the airworthiness, safety and operations of aircraft, flight crew training and standards, and air transport operations. The site provides lists of public and private airplanes and legislation relating to air travel. Includes information on flight schools, pilot examinations, and other general avaiation information.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (http://dgft.delhi.nic.in/)
Government body responsible for export-import activities. The site provides information on policies, procedures, and includes circulars (archived since 1999), notifications and appendices.
Economic and trade agencies of India (http://www.economictimes.com)
Site information taken from the India News, Mar. 2000 issue.
Economic and trade agencies of India (http://www.economictimes.com)
Site information taken from the India News, March 2000 issue.
Government agencies of India (http://www.parliamentofindia.nic.in/)
Site information taken from the India News, Mar. 2000 issue.
Greentech Foundation (http://www.greentech.org/)
NGO based in Delhi promoting research and development, training, education in environment management and pollution control of waste management. The organization conducts seminars, workshops, and exhibitions.
Harini Nature Conservation Foundation (http://www.angelfire.com/fl/bharatbhushan/)
Non-profit organization established December 1994 to create a forum for environmental protection and awareness, promote nature conservation, sponsor environmental education, and undertake research on the ecology, conservation and equitable management of the environment. Projects include the Centre For Zoo Planning And Management, Centre For Environmental Audit And Management, Training Programmes Courses on Environmental Journalism. Newsletter available online.
ICAI (http://www.icai.org/)
Government institute established in 1949 to regulate the accounting profession in India. The Institute operates through ninety field offices with over 80,000 members. Includes extensive information on the Institute's examinations, certifications, courses, publications, accounting law, government regulations and standards. Includes the latest annual report, student monthly newsletter "The Chartered Accountant Student" (.pdf; since March 2001).
India International Centre (http://iic.freehosting.net/)
NGO that provides a forum for international exchange of cultural knowledge and expression. The Centre organizes talks, discussions and symposia between scholars and leaders from India and abroad. Includes brief information about the Centre's administration, library, film forums, publications, and facilities. Library catalog available online through the Delhi Library Network.
Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (http://www.iassi.nic.in/)
Collective body of universities and research institutions, involved in teaching, research and related activities in the social sciences. The Association facilitates and promotes research and training activities and cooperation among institutions for information exchange, workshops and conferences, and publication of books and reports. The site includes background on the Association, its origin, organization, objectives, activities, and lists member institutions and publications.
Indian Institute of Forest Management (http://www.iifm.org/)
Management-training institute established in 1982 in Bhopal to develop knowledge useful for managers in the areas of forestry, environment, and natural resources management and allied sectors. Offers degree programs and undertakes consultancy work for national and international clients from government, industry and other allied sectors. Website gives information on the institute's events, mailing list, and publications, research, and seminars. "Data Bank" links to a large categorized collection of statistics, reports, and documents.
International Federation of Human Development. (http://www.ifhd.org/)
Features the International Federation of Human Development, located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, an international organization committed to improving the quality of the individual by inculcating new values and capacities in education, economy, and culture. Provides the organization's general history, mission, and modes of operation. Describes cooperation with various United Nations agencies, such as UNESCO and UNICEF, and work with youth in Asia and India. Includes organizational addresses and phone numbers.
International Institute for Population Sciences (http://www.iipsindia.org/)
Institute in Bombay which studies demographics issues, offering graduate level coursework in population sciences and conducts research and training programs. The site features courses offered, faculty information, background on research and training programs, and semiannual newsletter (archived since 2000; in PDF format). Lists titles in research monograph series.
Kerala Sastra Sahitya Parishad (http://www.south-asian-initiative.org/kssp/pres.htm)
A left-oriented peoples' science literature organization, which has a large mass base and is involved in agitative, educative and constructive activities in areas such as environment, health, education, energy, development, literacy, and microplanning. The site details the various activities, institutions run by the organization, and lists of publications.
Ministry of Shipping and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (http://www.nic.in/most/)
Two agencies formed from the defunct Ministry of Surface Transport responsible for formulating and implementing India's policies concerning "ship building and ship repair, major ports, national waterways, ship chartering, national highways, road transport, inland water transport and transport research." The site contains a brief history, organizational structure, external links to major ports, texts of procedures and policies, five year plan data, and subordinate offices.
National Human Rights Commission, India (http://nhrc.nic.in/)
Contains text of the Protection of Human Rights Act of 1993, cases prosecuted under the act, press releases, annual reports, state's reports, and newsletter (archived from April 1999).
National literacy policies (http://www.accu.or.jp/litdbase/policy/index.htm)
"This National Literacy Policy shows organisation structure, policies and strategies of the national government literacy agencies of the countries listed below."
Prepare (http://www.pcsadvt.com/prepare/index.htm)
NGO established in 1985, based in Madras to work with the tribal and Dalit peoples in Orissa, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu primarily in the area of education to deal with people's rights and preventing man-made disasters. Activities also include environmental issues, women's rights, sustainable agriculture, HIV/AIDS awareness and health. Website provides detailed information on projects and online access to newsletter.
Press Council of India (http://www.nic.in/pci/)
Semi-autonomous body that deals with ethical issues associated with media in India. Includes the agency's history, by-laws, rules of ethics, etc. Archiving of various materials for six to twelve months. Some information available in Hindi.
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Government of Karnataka (http://www.kar.nic.in/rdpr/)
Agency of the Government of Karnataka that works with local village leaders on the productivity of agriculture and other economic activities of rural areas, as well as improving the quality of infrastructure and services. The site contains Karnataka Panchayat Raj Acts and Rules, official orders and notices, details on rural development schemes, annual and monthly progress reports.
Students Islamic Organization of India (http://www.sioindia.com/index.shtml)
Large organization which promotes education issues amongst Muslims in India, with 1,900 chapters. The site contains information on the organization, press releases, articles and essays of interest to Muslim students, and an on-line chat room.
Tamilnadu Corporation for Development of Women, Ltd. (http://www.tamilnaduwomen.org/)
Incorporated in 1983 and funded by Government of Tamil Nadu and Government of India, the corporation strives to enhance the economic empowerment of women in Tamil Nadu state through programs providing credit for small businesses, vocational training, and a women's welfare center. Activities are coordinated with selected nongovernmental organizations and other training institutions. The site offers a large amount of information on the organization's, structure, activities, events, etc. and includes many reports (.doc format) and a long page of links to related organizations.
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (http://www.trai.gov.in/)
Web site of the telecommunications regulatory agency of the Government of India. Features a large amount of offical documents, acts, policies, regulations and other administrative material pertaining to telecommunications, information technology and mass media.
V.V. Giri National Labour Institute (http://www.vvgnli.org/)
Labor organization that conducts and assists in organizing, training, and education programs, coordinates research, analyzes problems encountered in planning and implementing labor programs, and maintains library and information services. Areas of research include labor market studies, employment relations and regulations, and agrarian relations and rural labor studies. The Institute also houses the National Research Centre on Labour Information and the National Research Centre for Child Labor. The site includes lists of publications and details of training programs.
Working Women's Forum (India) (http://www.workingwomensforum.org/index1.htm)
Initiated in 1978 Working Women's Forum is an organization of poor women workers seeking to reverse the oppressions of caste, class and gender. Based in Chennai and operating mostly in southern India, programs include unionization, a credit cooperative network, reproductive and child health services, vocational training, child labor, leadership training. The site includes some statistical information on WWF's programs and membership.
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