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Revision of National Defense Mobilization Law of China: A warning signal for India?

Manoj P.V

Sep 04, 2026

AI-generated Image The revised law modernises China’s defense system by clarifying military and civilian...

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The 8-point Joint Statement: Strategic implications for India-China relations

Manoj P.V

Sep 02, 2026

Image Credit: The Week The 25th round of Special Representative talks between India’s Ajit Doval and China’s...

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Rethinking Kerala’s Pollution Control Fees for Flats and Apartments

Anu Francis

Aug 28, 2026

AI-Generated Image High-rise apartments are becoming increasingly important to Kerala’s urban housing landscape as...

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Climate Action in Indian Cities: From Readiness Assessment to Measurable Outcomes

Dr Ravikant Joshi

Aug 21, 2026

Indian cities are increasingly exposed to climate risks such as extreme heat, flooding, water stress and cyclones,...

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Is Kochi Ready for Green Bonds? A Regulatory, Fiscal and Institutional Assessment

Nikhil Ali

Aug 13, 2026

As Indian cities face growing infrastructure and climate-financing needs, municipal green bonds offer a potential...

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Unlocking Paddy Fields: Enabling Aquaculture for Agricultural Transformation

D Dhanuraj

Jul 15, 2026

Kerala, endowed with an extensive network of rivers, backwaters, wetlands, and paddy fields, possesses immense...

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POLICYSHAALA - Building Youth Reformers for Freedom and Prosperity

CPPR Media&PR

Sep 11, 2026

“A two-day, hands-on public policy experience for college students, delivered by CPPR.“ Policyshaala isn’t a...

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Kochi Dialogue 2026

CPPR Media&PR

Jul 03, 2026

Organised by: Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), KochiIn collaboration with: Policy Planning & Research (PP&R)...

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Deregulating Building and Fire Rules for Improving Supply and Affordability of Urban Poor Housing in India

CPPR Media&PR

Dec 16, 2025

Representative Image Context India is projected to face an affordable housing deficit of 31.2 million units...

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🕑 Mar 13, 2026

Ep 72| Beyond the Statutes: Strengthening the Pillars of Women’s Safety in India

Policy Beyond Politics

🕑 Mar 23, 2026

EP 23 | Navigating the West Asia Crisis: India, the GCC and the Kerala Connect

Policy Beyond Borders

🕑 Dec 12, 2025

EP 09 | Governance of the Shared Intermediate Public Transport Sector in Small and Medium Cities | Policy Beyond Mobility

Policy Beyond Mobility

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Sep 09, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Sep 09, 2026

EP.6 -The Global High Tea Series | From Energy to Knowledge: India–GCC Cooperation in Higher Education, Science and Technology

EP.6 – The Global High Tea Series | From Energy to Knowledge: India–GCC Cooperation in Higher Education, Science and Technology Introduction The major focus was on how higher education, science and technology could become the next major pillars of India–GCC strategic...

Sep 08, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Sep 08, 2026

The 18th BRICS Summit: India’s Priorities and the Future of the Global South

Half-Day Roundtable On The 18th BRICS Summit India’s Priorities and the Future of the Global South 8th September, Tuesday, 2026 The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Kochi, in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kerala, organised a stakeholder roundtable on “The 18th...

Aug 20, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Aug 20, 2026

EP.5 -The Global High Tea Series | The India-GCC Free Trade Agreement: Progress, Priorities and Prospects

EP.5 – The Global High Tea Series | UAE’S Exit from OPEC and its Impact on Global Oil Prices and India Introduction India’s engagement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has evolved into one of its most consequential strategic partnerships, extending well beyond the...

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POLICYSHAALA - Building Youth Reformers for Freedom and Prosperity

“A two-day, hands-on public policy experience for college students, delivered by CPPR.“ Policyshaala isn’t a...

International Relations

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Kochi Dialogue 2026

Organised by: Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), KochiIn collaboration with: Policy Planning & Research (PP&R)...

Urban Governance

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Deregulating Building and Fire Rules for Improving Supply and Affordability of Urban Poor Housing in India

Representative Image Context India is projected to face an affordable housing deficit of 31.2 million units...

Urban Governance

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Localisation of SDG11 in India’s Urban Spheres

Aerial view of Dharavi, Mumbai — one of India’s largest informal settlements — contrasting with surrounding...