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February 6, 2024

Policy change in higher education sector; a lot of time wasted | Kerala Buidget 2024-24 | D Dhanuraj | Asianet News

A lot of time has been lost in policy changes in the higher education sector, said Centre for Public Policy Research chairman D Dhanuraj. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of […]
February 6, 2024

Kerala Budget: No plan is the best plan | Kerala Budget offers a basket of goodies for districts, city

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj commented in the news published on New Indian Express (06 February, 2024) Kerala Budget: No plan is the best plan KERALA: Amid a deep financial crisis, Finance Minister KN Balagopal on Monday presented the budget for […]
February 5, 2024

Unclarity in the Budget on Foreign University Announcement | Kerala Buidget 2024-24 | Anu Anna Jo | Asianet News

Anu Anna Jo, Senior Associate at CPPR, discusses the Kerala State Budget 2024-25 at the Asianet News Program.
February 5, 2024

Unclarity in the Budget on Foreign University Announcement | Kerala Buidget 2024-24 | Anu Anna Jo | Asianet News

Anu Anna Jo, Senior Associate at CPPR, discusses the Kerala State Budget 2024-25 at the Asianet News Program. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
February 5, 2024

പരിഷ്കരണ നടപടികൾ ഊർജിതമാക്കാൻ കേരളവും

News Published on Kerala Kaumudi Newspaper കൊച്ചി: കേരളത്തെ വളർച്ചയുടെ പുതിയ ഉയരങ്ങളിലേക്ക് നയിക്കാനായി സാമ്പത്തിക പരിഷ്കരണ നടപടികൾ ഇന്ന് ധനമന്ത്രി കെ.എൻ ബാലഗോപാൽ അവതരിപ്പിക്കുന്ന ബഡ്‌ജറ്റിൽ ഉണ്ടാകുമെന്നാണ് ധനകാര്യ വിദഗ്ദ്ധർ പ്രതീക്ഷിക്കുന്നത്. കടുത്ത സാമ്പത്തിക വിഷമതകളിലൂടെ നീങ്ങുന്ന സംസ്ഥാനത്തെ മികച്ച വളർച്ചയിലേക്ക് മടക്കികൊണ്ടുവരാൻ വിവിധ മേഖലകളിൽ ഘടനാപരമായ മാറ്റങ്ങൾ വരുത്താൻ ഇന്ന് ധനമന്ത്രി അവതരിപ്പിക്കുന്ന […]
February 1, 2024

Union Budget prioritizes women | Union Budget 2024 | Channel Discussion | Anu Maria Francis

Anu Maria Francis, Senior Associate at CPPR, participates in the Janam TV debate on the Union Budget 2024.
February 1, 2024

Union Budget prioritizes women | Union Budget 2024 | Channel Discussion | Anu Maria Francis

Anu Maria Francis, Senior Associate at CPPR, participates in the Janam TV debate on the Union Budget 2024. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
January 31, 2024

Govt panel wants 60% of Ekm dist to be given ‘urban area’ tag

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj commented in the news published on Times of India (31 January, 2024) KOCHI: The consultation committee, set up by state as per a HC order to form the Metropolitan Planning Committee (MPC) for systematic urban planning […]
January 29, 2024

Kerala’s population begins to decline, How will migration change the future of Kerala?

A majority of Kerala youths who prefer popular destinations, including UK, Canada, Germany, USA, and Australia, to migrate for studies are from families earning less than Rs 5 lakh annually. Despite financial challenges, migration is feasible for many, largely owing […]
January 29, 2024

AIIPOIP | Geopolitical Challenges and Transnational Human Security Threats in Indo-Pacific: Scope of India-Australia Partnership

ABOUT THE TOPIC Indo-Pacific is emerging as a crucial geopolitical hotspot due to its economic and strategic significance in today’s international politics. The Indo-Pacific region is a growing priority for India and Australia, as emphasised in their respective national strategies, […]
January 23, 2024

Socio-economic Conditions and Challenges of Street Vendors: A Case Study of Street Vendors in Kottayam Municipality

As a form of business requiring less initial investment and skills, street vending has emerged as a viable option for individuals with limited financial resources. Over time, it has become a preferred choice among the economically disadvantaged. The term “street […]
January 23, 2024

A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO MENSTRUAL HYGIENE MANAGEMENT IN SCHOOLS

This policy brief by CPPR’s Urban Fellows, Uma N. P. and Merlin Pattath, sheds light on the lack of menstrual health awareness among students. It stresses the responsibility of schools to provide education and support. Additionally, the study underscores the […]
January 22, 2024

Youth Likes UK, Is This a New Migration Chapter?

A majority of Kerala youths who prefer popular destinations, including UK, Canada, Germany, USA, and Australia, to migrate for studies are from families earning less than Rs 5 lakh annually. Despite financial challenges, migration is feasible for many, largely owing […]
January 16, 2024

CPPR Dialogue | Breaking Business Barriers in Kerala: Decriminalisation of Business Laws 

In this dialogue, we will be diving into the topic ‘Decriminalisation of business laws in the state of Kerala’. Kerala, with a Gross State Domestic Product of 7.8 lakh crore, has shown promising growth potential. However, it currently ranks 15th […]
January 15, 2024

Kochi’s Transport Sector: The Grand Schemes in Store for 2024|D Dhanuraj|CPPR|All India Radio

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj shares his insights and expectations regarding the Kochi Water Metro, Kochi Metro, the introduction of electricbus services in the city, the expansion of the national highway, enhanced #bus services, and the overall infrastructure and transport sector development […]