This document provides statistics on cases registered and administered by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as of June 30, 2014. It finds that ICSID has registered a total of 473 cases under the ICSID Convention and Additional Facility Rules since 1972. The majority of registered cases are arbitration cases under the ICSID Convention. Bilateral investment treaties are the most common basis for consent invoked to establish ICSID jurisdiction. South America and Eastern Europe & Central Asia are the most common geographic regions involved in ICSID cases. The oil, gas and mining sector accounts for the largest share of ICSID cases by economic sector. Of concluded arbitration proceedings, 65% were decided by tribun
This document provides statistics on cases registered and administered by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as of December 31, 2013. It finds that ICSID had registered 459 total cases, with the majority being arbitration cases under the ICSID Convention. The top basis for consent was bilateral investment treaties. By region, the majority of cases involved states in South America, Central America/Caribbean, and Eastern Europe/Central Asia. The largest sectors were oil, gas and mining as well as electric power and other energy. Most arbitration proceedings resulted in disputes being decided by tribunals, with roughly split outcomes of findings for claimants or respondents.
The court document is a judgment from the High Court of Delhi regarding a writ petition related to the draft Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) notification published by the central government on April 11, 2020. In the summary, the court clarifies that the deadline for public comments on the draft notification has been extended to August 11, 2020, not June 30 as stated in one of the government notifications. The court also directs the government to translate the draft EIA notification into other languages listed in the Indian constitution within 10 days to better facilitate public participation from across the country.
This document is a proposed bill from the North Carolina General Assembly regarding COVID-19 relief. It aims to provide economic support to North Carolinians by waiving interest on deferred tax payments, extending tax deadlines, providing flexibility for unemployment benefits and taxes, and allocating $5 million in grants for small Buncombe County businesses affected by the pandemic. It also makes some changes to the state's unemployment insurance laws.
This bill proposes various policy changes in response to COVID-19, including tax relief, unemployment insurance changes, and modifications to education requirements and policies for the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school years. It waives interest on certain tax payments and extends deadlines. It affirms flexibility in administering unemployment benefits. It waives K-12 testing, school and district accountability identifications, and some reading program requirements. It also modifies policies on school calendars, attendance, and remote instruction plans for the 2020-2021 year.
This document is a Supreme Court of India judgment regarding the problems and miseries faced by migrant laborers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses two waves of the pandemic that resulted in mass exodus of migrant workers from cities to their home villages. The Court notes the hardships faced by migrant workers and issues several directions to central and state governments to provide transportation, food and ration, counseling services, and implement existing laws protecting migrant workers. The judgment aims to ameliorate the conditions of migrant laborers and protect their rights during the ongoing health crisis.
1. The document discusses the topics of input tax credit (ITC) under the GST law, including eligibility and conditions for availing ITC, time limits, blocked credits, and apportionment of credit.
2. It provides details on the four conditions for availing ITC, the time limit for availing ITC on invoices of a financial year, and the categories of blocked credits where ITC is not available.
3. The document also explains the methodology for apportionment of ITC when inputs/services are used for both taxable and exempt supplies, including the calculation to determine the credit attributable to exempt supplies.
The document discusses pending court cases in India, specifically in the courts of Allahabad, including the High Court of Allahabad and its Lucknow bench, as well as subordinate courts and fast track courts. It provides details on the current pendency of civil and criminal cases as of June 30, 2021. It also notes that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the number of cases filed and reduced disposals, thereby increasing overall pendency. It outlines several measures taken by the government to address the increased backlog of cases, such as improving court infrastructure and technology, increasing the number of judges, establishing fast track courts, promoting alternative dispute resolution, and amending various laws.
This document is a bill proposed in the North Carolina General Assembly to provide aid to North Carolinians in response to the COVID-19 crisis. It establishes reserves and funds using federal COVID-19 relief money, appropriates over $1.4 billion to the state Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) to allocate to state agencies, counties, and nonprofits for pandemic response and recovery efforts. It requires reports on use of funds and an audit of the relief programs.
This document provides statistics on cases registered and administered by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as of December 31, 2013. It finds that ICSID had registered 459 total cases, with the majority being arbitration cases under the ICSID Convention. The top basis for consent was bilateral investment treaties. By region, the majority of cases involved states in South America, Central America/Caribbean, and Eastern Europe/Central Asia. The largest sectors were oil, gas and mining as well as electric power and other energy. Most arbitration proceedings resulted in disputes being decided by tribunals, with roughly split outcomes of findings for claimants or respondents.
The court document is a judgment from the High Court of Delhi regarding a writ petition related to the draft Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) notification published by the central government on April 11, 2020. In the summary, the court clarifies that the deadline for public comments on the draft notification has been extended to August 11, 2020, not June 30 as stated in one of the government notifications. The court also directs the government to translate the draft EIA notification into other languages listed in the Indian constitution within 10 days to better facilitate public participation from across the country.
This document is a proposed bill from the North Carolina General Assembly regarding COVID-19 relief. It aims to provide economic support to North Carolinians by waiving interest on deferred tax payments, extending tax deadlines, providing flexibility for unemployment benefits and taxes, and allocating $5 million in grants for small Buncombe County businesses affected by the pandemic. It also makes some changes to the state's unemployment insurance laws.
This bill proposes various policy changes in response to COVID-19, including tax relief, unemployment insurance changes, and modifications to education requirements and policies for the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school years. It waives interest on certain tax payments and extends deadlines. It affirms flexibility in administering unemployment benefits. It waives K-12 testing, school and district accountability identifications, and some reading program requirements. It also modifies policies on school calendars, attendance, and remote instruction plans for the 2020-2021 year.
This document is a Supreme Court of India judgment regarding the problems and miseries faced by migrant laborers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses two waves of the pandemic that resulted in mass exodus of migrant workers from cities to their home villages. The Court notes the hardships faced by migrant workers and issues several directions to central and state governments to provide transportation, food and ration, counseling services, and implement existing laws protecting migrant workers. The judgment aims to ameliorate the conditions of migrant laborers and protect their rights during the ongoing health crisis.
1. The document discusses the topics of input tax credit (ITC) under the GST law, including eligibility and conditions for availing ITC, time limits, blocked credits, and apportionment of credit.
2. It provides details on the four conditions for availing ITC, the time limit for availing ITC on invoices of a financial year, and the categories of blocked credits where ITC is not available.
3. The document also explains the methodology for apportionment of ITC when inputs/services are used for both taxable and exempt supplies, including the calculation to determine the credit attributable to exempt supplies.
The document discusses pending court cases in India, specifically in the courts of Allahabad, including the High Court of Allahabad and its Lucknow bench, as well as subordinate courts and fast track courts. It provides details on the current pendency of civil and criminal cases as of June 30, 2021. It also notes that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the number of cases filed and reduced disposals, thereby increasing overall pendency. It outlines several measures taken by the government to address the increased backlog of cases, such as improving court infrastructure and technology, increasing the number of judges, establishing fast track courts, promoting alternative dispute resolution, and amending various laws.
This document is a bill proposed in the North Carolina General Assembly to provide aid to North Carolinians in response to the COVID-19 crisis. It establishes reserves and funds using federal COVID-19 relief money, appropriates over $1.4 billion to the state Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) to allocate to state agencies, counties, and nonprofits for pandemic response and recovery efforts. It requires reports on use of funds and an audit of the relief programs.
The document is a 4 page exam for a Financial Accounting course. It includes 4 questions assessing understanding of concepts like provisions, contingencies, property plant and equipment, consolidated financial statements, and cash flow statements. Question 1 has multiple parts asking about inventory write downs, provisions, and contingencies. Question 2 covers measurement bases, property exchanges, and consolidated financial statements. Question 3 requires preparation of a cash flow statement and reconciliation. Question 4 requires preparation of a consolidated balance sheet from provided company balance sheets.
House Bill 1043 provides over $1.4 billion in aid to address the COVID-19 pandemic in North Carolina. It establishes reserves and funds to distribute money from the federal CARES Act to state agencies and programs. Key allocations include $150 million to counties, $1.425 billion to the Office of State Budget and Management for further distribution, and over $300 million to the Department of Public Instruction for K-12 education needs. The bill also provides funding to state universities and community colleges for online learning and research related to vaccines, testing, and the health and economic impacts of COVID-19.
This bill proposes changes to North Carolina law in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes provisions to provide tax relief, flexibility for administering unemployment benefits, and a $75 million appropriation for small business emergency loans through Golden LEAF to assist businesses impacted by economic hardship due to the pandemic. The bill aims to support individuals, businesses and the economy during this public health crisis.
The document provides instructions for the 2011 Accounting Technician Programme Paper TC 10(B): Taxation examination. It outlines that the paper is divided into two sections, with Section A containing two compulsory questions and Section B containing three questions to choose from. It also lists information to be provided to candidates regarding tax rates, capital allowances, and penalty rates. The document specifies the time allowed, number of pages, and instructions not to open the paper until instructed by the invigilator.
This provisional report by the Public Protector summarizes the findings of an investigation into allegations of maladministration by the Free State Department of Agriculture regarding the Vrede Dairy Project. Specifically, the report finds that:
1) The department did not adhere to treasury prescripts in concluding an agreement with ESTINA for the project and in its financial contributions.
2) There is no evidence that the department implemented proper financial controls or monitoring of the project as required by the agreement. Expenditures could not be properly substantiated.
3) Prices paid for goods and services like processing equipment and cows were inflated, and shares in the project company were irregularly distributed contrary to prescripts.
The document is a past exam paper for a financial accounting exam. It contains 4 questions regarding concepts like substance over form, inventory accounting, research and development costs, non-current assets, leases, provisions, contingencies, share-based payments, and business combinations. The questions require calculations, journal entries, notes disclosures and consolidation of financial statements for various companies.
Icsid web stats 2015 1 (english) (2) redactedNikeLarsson
This document provides statistics on cases registered and administered by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as of December 31, 2014. It finds that ICSID has registered 497 cases total, with most (61.8%) based on bilateral investment treaties. The largest number of cases involve South American (26%) and Eastern European/Central Asian (25%) states in the oil, gas and mining sectors (26%). Most ICSID arbitration proceedings to date have resulted in disputes being decided by tribunals (64%) rather than settled.
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco 2015/2016 Tenders: Supply of goods and ServicesCollo Juma
The document is a tender document from Gusii Mwalimu Savings and Credit Society Limited inviting bids for the supply and delivery of goods and services. It provides instructions to potential bidders on how to submit tender proposals, including requirements for documentation. It establishes various tender committees that will oversee the procurement process and evaluate bids. It also outlines responsibilities of county accounting officers and requirements for county governments to apply preferences to local small and micro enterprises.
GUSII MWALIMU SACCO TENDER DOCUMENTS 2015_2016Collo Juma
SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF COMPUTER ACCESSORIES, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF BRANDED PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS AND SERVICES, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF GENERAL OFFICE STATIONERY, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS AND MAGAZINE, SUPPLY, DEPLOYMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF COMPUTER HARDWARE, AND SOFTWARE, SUPPLY, MANTAINANCE AND PROVISION OF GENERAL ELECTRICAL REPAIRS
The document announces a tender for providing advisory assistance and consultancy services to the Uttar Pradesh State Load Despatch Centre (UPSLDC) in preparing and filing their Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) petition for the 2023-24 financial year to the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) by the specified deadline. It outlines the scope of work, timeline, payment terms, technical qualification criteria, and procedures for bid submission.
MEMORANDUM ON BENUE STATE PEACE COMMISSION BILL 2020.pdfTheLeadingSkills
BENUE STATE PEACE COMMISSION BILL 2020
SUBJECT: SUBMISSION OF MEMORANDUM REGARDING THE DRAFT BILL
SUBMITTED BY: CIVIL ORGANISATIONS RESEARCH ADVOCACY AND FUNDING INITIATIVES DEVELOPMENT (CORAFID)
SUBMITTED TO: LEGAL DRAFTER; UNDP
DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The document summarizes key decisions and discussions from the 2019 United Nations climate change conference (COP19) in Warsaw, Poland. Key decisions included continuing work to develop elements of the 2015 climate treaty, establishing a mechanism for addressing climate-related loss and damage, and advancing discussions on the "new market mechanisms" to incentivize emission reductions. However, negotiations stalled on issues relating to technology transfer between nations and the role of potential new market mechanisms. Overall progress was made but many important issues were deferred to future meetings.
This document is a project report submitted to Savitribai Phule Pune University by Yuvraj Tukaram Bokare on the topic of "Marketing of Insurance in Retail Sector and Public Survey". The report includes an introduction, executive summary, company profile, industry profile, objectives, research methodology, data collection, data analysis, conclusion and suggestions. It also provides acknowledgements and contains various sections related to international commercial arbitration and enforcement of foreign arbitration awards under the New York and Geneva conventions.
Provisional agenda and annotations Lima1-8 Dec 2014Dr Lendy Spires
This document provides the provisional agenda and annotations for the 41st session of the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SBI). The agenda covers a range of organizational matters and substantive issues relating to reporting, review, and implementation under the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol. Key items include the status of submissions and review of national communications and biennial reports from Annex I parties, compilation and synthesis reports on the information in these documents, and revision of the guidelines for national communications. The document also outlines the organization of work for the session and notes that a multilateral assessment working group session will be held to assess progress by developed countries toward emission reduction targets.
Arbitrability of fraud in commercial disputesShantanu Basu
This document discusses the arbitrability of fraud in commercial disputes under Indian law. It begins with an introduction on the definition of fraud in law. It then outlines the key principles from the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996 and general principles of arbitration. The document goes on to discuss Indian court rulings on arbitrability of fraud and how the principles apply to specific commercial sectors like insurance, immovable property, and derivatives. It also examines international practice and the approach of foreign courts. The author ultimately concludes that Indian law and jurisprudence have established a framework that provides sufficient protection for arbitrability of fraud in commercial agreements.
This document is a bidding document for the procurement of construction works for a building project in Ethiopia. It provides instructions to bidders on the bidding process, including eligibility requirements, submission of bids, bid evaluation and contract award. The works involve the construction of the AGORA building one project. Bidders are required to submit their bids by the deadline of June 2014 and the bidding process will be conducted according to the procurement laws and regulations of Ethiopia.
Investigation Report - Northern Development Authority and A&QS Consortium Lim...Kweku Zurek
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has recommended the prosecution of four persons for respective breaches of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) in operations at the Northern Development Authority (NDA).
1) The OECD presented updates on the BEPS project including progress made on transfer pricing documentation, developing a multilateral instrument, and addressing harmful tax practices.
2) Upcoming discussion drafts and public consultations were announced relating to various BEPS actions covering topics such as interest deductions, dispute resolution, VAT guidelines, and transfer pricing.
3) Attendees were invited to ask questions and provide comments to help further the BEPS project work.
ICDS introduction and comparison ICDS vs ASPhanitej Raja
The document provides an overview of Income Computation and Disclosure Standards (ICDS) in India. Some key points:
- ICDS provide standards for computing income and disclosures under the Income Tax Act of 1961. 10 ICDS have been notified so far, covering topics like inventory valuation, construction contracts, borrowing costs, etc.
- ICDS deviations from accounting standards need to be reported in tax audit reports. Non-compliance may attract penalties but no specific provisions introduced.
- ICDS sometimes differ from existing accounting standards. For example, on inventory valuation, ICDS does not allow opening inventory to be valued at cost if business is discontinued.
- Where ICDS conflicts with the Income Tax Act
This document outlines the objectives, targets, stakeholders, and accomplishments of the Philippines' efforts to uphold indigenous peoples' rights from 2012-2016, as presented in its 2nd Human Rights Plan. The three main objectives were: 1) To protect indigenous peoples' rights to ancestral domains, lands, and resources; 2) To enhance indigenous peoples' access to justice systems and recognition of customary laws; and 3) To respect, protect and fulfill indigenous peoples' civil/political rights. Key accomplishments included approving more certificates for ancestral domains, strengthening guidelines around free prior informed consent, and establishing mechanisms like the Quick Response Mechanism to address human rights violations of indigenous peoples. Challenges included lack of funds and delays in inter-agency coordination.
Equitas Bio/Pharma Solutions filed a complaint against Predictive Technology Group in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. The complaint alleges breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and fraud. Equitas and Predictive entered into a Master Services Agreement and several Project Work Orders whereby Equitas would provide consulting services to Predictive. However, Predictive failed to make several required payments to Equitas totaling over $300,000 and failed to cure after notice, constituting a breach of contract.
The document is a 4 page exam for a Financial Accounting course. It includes 4 questions assessing understanding of concepts like provisions, contingencies, property plant and equipment, consolidated financial statements, and cash flow statements. Question 1 has multiple parts asking about inventory write downs, provisions, and contingencies. Question 2 covers measurement bases, property exchanges, and consolidated financial statements. Question 3 requires preparation of a cash flow statement and reconciliation. Question 4 requires preparation of a consolidated balance sheet from provided company balance sheets.
House Bill 1043 provides over $1.4 billion in aid to address the COVID-19 pandemic in North Carolina. It establishes reserves and funds to distribute money from the federal CARES Act to state agencies and programs. Key allocations include $150 million to counties, $1.425 billion to the Office of State Budget and Management for further distribution, and over $300 million to the Department of Public Instruction for K-12 education needs. The bill also provides funding to state universities and community colleges for online learning and research related to vaccines, testing, and the health and economic impacts of COVID-19.
This bill proposes changes to North Carolina law in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes provisions to provide tax relief, flexibility for administering unemployment benefits, and a $75 million appropriation for small business emergency loans through Golden LEAF to assist businesses impacted by economic hardship due to the pandemic. The bill aims to support individuals, businesses and the economy during this public health crisis.
The document provides instructions for the 2011 Accounting Technician Programme Paper TC 10(B): Taxation examination. It outlines that the paper is divided into two sections, with Section A containing two compulsory questions and Section B containing three questions to choose from. It also lists information to be provided to candidates regarding tax rates, capital allowances, and penalty rates. The document specifies the time allowed, number of pages, and instructions not to open the paper until instructed by the invigilator.
This provisional report by the Public Protector summarizes the findings of an investigation into allegations of maladministration by the Free State Department of Agriculture regarding the Vrede Dairy Project. Specifically, the report finds that:
1) The department did not adhere to treasury prescripts in concluding an agreement with ESTINA for the project and in its financial contributions.
2) There is no evidence that the department implemented proper financial controls or monitoring of the project as required by the agreement. Expenditures could not be properly substantiated.
3) Prices paid for goods and services like processing equipment and cows were inflated, and shares in the project company were irregularly distributed contrary to prescripts.
The document is a past exam paper for a financial accounting exam. It contains 4 questions regarding concepts like substance over form, inventory accounting, research and development costs, non-current assets, leases, provisions, contingencies, share-based payments, and business combinations. The questions require calculations, journal entries, notes disclosures and consolidation of financial statements for various companies.
Icsid web stats 2015 1 (english) (2) redactedNikeLarsson
This document provides statistics on cases registered and administered by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as of December 31, 2014. It finds that ICSID has registered 497 cases total, with most (61.8%) based on bilateral investment treaties. The largest number of cases involve South American (26%) and Eastern European/Central Asian (25%) states in the oil, gas and mining sectors (26%). Most ICSID arbitration proceedings to date have resulted in disputes being decided by tribunals (64%) rather than settled.
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco 2015/2016 Tenders: Supply of goods and ServicesCollo Juma
The document is a tender document from Gusii Mwalimu Savings and Credit Society Limited inviting bids for the supply and delivery of goods and services. It provides instructions to potential bidders on how to submit tender proposals, including requirements for documentation. It establishes various tender committees that will oversee the procurement process and evaluate bids. It also outlines responsibilities of county accounting officers and requirements for county governments to apply preferences to local small and micro enterprises.
GUSII MWALIMU SACCO TENDER DOCUMENTS 2015_2016Collo Juma
SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF COMPUTER ACCESSORIES, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF BRANDED PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS AND SERVICES, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF GENERAL OFFICE STATIONERY, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS AND MAGAZINE, SUPPLY, DEPLOYMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF COMPUTER HARDWARE, AND SOFTWARE, SUPPLY, MANTAINANCE AND PROVISION OF GENERAL ELECTRICAL REPAIRS
The document announces a tender for providing advisory assistance and consultancy services to the Uttar Pradesh State Load Despatch Centre (UPSLDC) in preparing and filing their Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) petition for the 2023-24 financial year to the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) by the specified deadline. It outlines the scope of work, timeline, payment terms, technical qualification criteria, and procedures for bid submission.
MEMORANDUM ON BENUE STATE PEACE COMMISSION BILL 2020.pdfTheLeadingSkills
BENUE STATE PEACE COMMISSION BILL 2020
SUBJECT: SUBMISSION OF MEMORANDUM REGARDING THE DRAFT BILL
SUBMITTED BY: CIVIL ORGANISATIONS RESEARCH ADVOCACY AND FUNDING INITIATIVES DEVELOPMENT (CORAFID)
SUBMITTED TO: LEGAL DRAFTER; UNDP
DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The document summarizes key decisions and discussions from the 2019 United Nations climate change conference (COP19) in Warsaw, Poland. Key decisions included continuing work to develop elements of the 2015 climate treaty, establishing a mechanism for addressing climate-related loss and damage, and advancing discussions on the "new market mechanisms" to incentivize emission reductions. However, negotiations stalled on issues relating to technology transfer between nations and the role of potential new market mechanisms. Overall progress was made but many important issues were deferred to future meetings.
This document is a project report submitted to Savitribai Phule Pune University by Yuvraj Tukaram Bokare on the topic of "Marketing of Insurance in Retail Sector and Public Survey". The report includes an introduction, executive summary, company profile, industry profile, objectives, research methodology, data collection, data analysis, conclusion and suggestions. It also provides acknowledgements and contains various sections related to international commercial arbitration and enforcement of foreign arbitration awards under the New York and Geneva conventions.
Provisional agenda and annotations Lima1-8 Dec 2014Dr Lendy Spires
This document provides the provisional agenda and annotations for the 41st session of the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (SBI). The agenda covers a range of organizational matters and substantive issues relating to reporting, review, and implementation under the UNFCCC and Kyoto Protocol. Key items include the status of submissions and review of national communications and biennial reports from Annex I parties, compilation and synthesis reports on the information in these documents, and revision of the guidelines for national communications. The document also outlines the organization of work for the session and notes that a multilateral assessment working group session will be held to assess progress by developed countries toward emission reduction targets.
Arbitrability of fraud in commercial disputesShantanu Basu
This document discusses the arbitrability of fraud in commercial disputes under Indian law. It begins with an introduction on the definition of fraud in law. It then outlines the key principles from the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996 and general principles of arbitration. The document goes on to discuss Indian court rulings on arbitrability of fraud and how the principles apply to specific commercial sectors like insurance, immovable property, and derivatives. It also examines international practice and the approach of foreign courts. The author ultimately concludes that Indian law and jurisprudence have established a framework that provides sufficient protection for arbitrability of fraud in commercial agreements.
This document is a bidding document for the procurement of construction works for a building project in Ethiopia. It provides instructions to bidders on the bidding process, including eligibility requirements, submission of bids, bid evaluation and contract award. The works involve the construction of the AGORA building one project. Bidders are required to submit their bids by the deadline of June 2014 and the bidding process will be conducted according to the procurement laws and regulations of Ethiopia.
Investigation Report - Northern Development Authority and A&QS Consortium Lim...Kweku Zurek
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has recommended the prosecution of four persons for respective breaches of the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) in operations at the Northern Development Authority (NDA).
1) The OECD presented updates on the BEPS project including progress made on transfer pricing documentation, developing a multilateral instrument, and addressing harmful tax practices.
2) Upcoming discussion drafts and public consultations were announced relating to various BEPS actions covering topics such as interest deductions, dispute resolution, VAT guidelines, and transfer pricing.
3) Attendees were invited to ask questions and provide comments to help further the BEPS project work.
ICDS introduction and comparison ICDS vs ASPhanitej Raja
The document provides an overview of Income Computation and Disclosure Standards (ICDS) in India. Some key points:
- ICDS provide standards for computing income and disclosures under the Income Tax Act of 1961. 10 ICDS have been notified so far, covering topics like inventory valuation, construction contracts, borrowing costs, etc.
- ICDS deviations from accounting standards need to be reported in tax audit reports. Non-compliance may attract penalties but no specific provisions introduced.
- ICDS sometimes differ from existing accounting standards. For example, on inventory valuation, ICDS does not allow opening inventory to be valued at cost if business is discontinued.
- Where ICDS conflicts with the Income Tax Act
This document outlines the objectives, targets, stakeholders, and accomplishments of the Philippines' efforts to uphold indigenous peoples' rights from 2012-2016, as presented in its 2nd Human Rights Plan. The three main objectives were: 1) To protect indigenous peoples' rights to ancestral domains, lands, and resources; 2) To enhance indigenous peoples' access to justice systems and recognition of customary laws; and 3) To respect, protect and fulfill indigenous peoples' civil/political rights. Key accomplishments included approving more certificates for ancestral domains, strengthening guidelines around free prior informed consent, and establishing mechanisms like the Quick Response Mechanism to address human rights violations of indigenous peoples. Challenges included lack of funds and delays in inter-agency coordination.
Equitas Bio/Pharma Solutions filed a complaint against Predictive Technology Group in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. The complaint alleges breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and fraud. Equitas and Predictive entered into a Master Services Agreement and several Project Work Orders whereby Equitas would provide consulting services to Predictive. However, Predictive failed to make several required payments to Equitas totaling over $300,000 and failed to cure after notice, constituting a breach of contract.
UK Adjudicators are an adjudicator nominating body who nominate sole adjudicators and dispute board members in the United Kingdom and internationally. The nomination service is a free service to the parties.
The June newsletter features adjudication cases from the UK, NSW, Singapore and updates from Canada and NSW on adjudication legislation.
20220721 RS Starred Question about Pending Cases in High Courts AS46.pdfsabrangsabrang
This document provides details in response to a question asked in the Rajya Sabha regarding pending cases in High Courts. It includes statistics on the number of cases filed and disposed of in High Courts in 2021-2022 in Annexures I and II. It also outlines efforts made by the government to reduce pending cases such as infrastructure development, leveraging technology, filling judicial vacancies, establishing arrears committees, promoting alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation and lok adalats. The timely disposal of cases depends on multiple judicial and administrative factors.
Objectives & Agenda :
To understand the concept of ICDS and the rationale for introducing ICDS, its applicability and its commencement year. To analyse each and every ICDS and draw up a comparative analysis of ICDS and Accounting Standards (AS). Finally, to know the relevant disclosure of ICDS in tax audit report.
A record year for investment treaty disputesNikeLarsson
The SCC emerged as one of the world's leading forums for resolving disputes between investors and states, and is the second largest forum for investment disputes under its own rules after the World Bank. In 2014, the SCC saw a record number of 11 new investment treaty cases filed under its rules. Overall, the SCC has administered 73 investment disputes since 1993, with 51 of those cases administered under SCC Rules. Most disputes have been based on bilateral investment treaties or the Energy Charter Treaty.
The document discusses ISDS (investor-state dispute settlement) in Sweden, noting that there are 120 applicable bilateral investment treaties and the Energy Charter Treaty, with 61 cases at the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce arbitration institute, including 60 involving Sweden. It also outlines some substantive protections commonly found in international treaties like fair/equitable treatment, expropriation, discrimination, and legitimate expectations, as well as common ISDS procedural options like ICSID, UNCITRAL rules, SCC, and ad hoc arbitration.
This document discusses ISDS (investor-state dispute settlement) in Sweden, noting that Sweden is party to 120 bilateral investment treaties and the Energy Charter Treaty. It also notes that 61 ISDS cases have been brought at the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce Arbitration Institute, with 60 concerning Sweden. Common substantive protections in investment treaties include fair and equitable treatment, expropriation, discrimination, and legitimate expectations, while common procedural options for ISDS include arbitration under ICSID, UNCITRAL, the SCC, and ad hoc arbitration.
The Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC) has administered 62 investment dispute cases since 1993. Bilateral investment treaties were relied on in 45 cases (72%), while the Energy Charter Treaty was used in 11 cases (18%). The SCC Rules applied to 42 cases (68%), while the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules were used in 14 cases (23%). German and Russian nationals were the most frequent claimants.
2014-10-27 Cietac and SCC seminar photos NikeLarsson
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document discusses investment protection and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). It provides statistics on the ICSID caseload from 1972 to 2013 which shows a rise in the number of cases. It also shows increases in bilateral investment treaties and global foreign direct investment inflows over time. The document summarizes data on respondent states in ICSID cases and outcomes of ICSID arbitrations. It describes features of ICSID such as its international scope, expertise in investor-state dispute settlement, cost structure, and enforceability of awards.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.