August 8, 2024

EP 61 | Building a Senior Citizen Friendly Kerala: Challenges and Innovations | Policy Beyond Politics

Kerala has a rapidly ageing population, with the proportion of senior citizens (aged 60 and above) projected to reach 22.8% by 2036, significantly higher than the national average of 15%. This demographic shift poses challenges for the state in terms […]
August 7, 2024

EP 15 | Policy Beyond Borders | Unrest in Bangladesh: Political, Economic and Strategic Implications

The recent political unrest in Bangladesh and the subsequent resignation of Sheikh Hasina have raised concerns about the political future of the country as well as the international implications. The unrest, sparked by discontent over a government job quota system, […]
August 7, 2024

നഗരങ്ങളിലെ പാർക്കിംഗ് പ്രശ്നത്തിന് പരിഹാരമെന്ത്? ഡി ധനുരാജ് വിശദീകരിക്കുന്നു

സെന്റർ ഫോർ പബ്ലിക് പോളിസി റിസർച്ച് ചെയർമാൻ ഡി ധനുരാജ് വിശദീകരിക്കുന്നു
August 5, 2024

Kerala forms committee to frame laws for protecting online delivery workers

D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the news published in OpenDigest As more people are opting for gig jobs, mainly as delivery staff of online platforms, the Kerala government has expedited measures to bring in comprehensive legislation to protect the […]
August 2, 2024

EP 07 | Policy Beyond Mobility | The Hidden Pollution: A Case of Urban Vehicular Congestion

Urban vehicular pollution has become a critical issue in the contemporary world, driven by rapid industrialization, urbanisation and the concentration of human activities in metropolitan areas. When discussing urban pollution, we tend to concentrate more on the air, sound and […]
August 1, 2024

EP 14 | Policy Beyond Borders | Modi 3.0: Analyzing India’s Foreign Policy Approach

This episode of ‘Policy Beyond Borders’ with Ambassador Venu Rajamony analyses India’s Foreign Policy approach in PM Modi’s consecutive third term. It explores the geopolitical significance and challenges India faces due to its relations with neighboring countries, West Asia, and […]
July 22, 2024

CPPR 20th Anniversary Programmes

July 20, 2024

 CPPR Decoding the Polls

Decoding Indian National and State Elections 2024 “Decoding the Polls” is an enlightening endeavour crafted by the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) to provide a holistic understanding of the Indian electoral process.  From in-depth articles to thought-provoking podcasts and […]
July 19, 2024

CPPR’s 20th Anniversary: One Year long Celebrations began

Kochi (18-07-2024): The Kochi-based Center for Public Policy Research (CPPR) has begun its 20th anniversary programs. The program was officially inaugurated by Kochi Corporation Mayor M Anilkumar and took place at the Grand Hotel on MG Road in Ernakulam. Professor of […]
July 18, 2024

Easing the Regulatory Ecosystem of School Education in India

In India, education is a subject in the concurrent list of the seventh schedule of the Indian Constitution and thus, school education falls under the jurisdiction of both the Union and State governments. At the central level, the Right to […]
July 8, 2024

Change in demographic profile major cause of declining student strength in schools

S Irudaya Rajan, chair of the International Institute of Migration and Development, pointed towards the migration of youth to foreign shores as a reason for the declining student strength. D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the news published in The […]
July 8, 2024

Times Now Doctors Day Conclave: Experts call for ‘risk- grading’ of tobacco products in India

New Delhi [India], July 5: To commemorate Doctors’ Day, the Times Now Doctors Day Conclave brought together leading medical professionals to celebrate their contributions and address pressing health issues facing India. One such critical issue is the devastating toll of […]
July 4, 2024

‘രാഹുൽ ഗാന്ധി എന്ന രാഷ്ട്രീയ നേതാവിന്റെ പുതിയൊരു അദ്ധ്യായമാണ് നമ്മൾ കാണുന്നത്’ | Dr D Dhanuraj | News18 Malayalam

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj featured on News18 Malayalam discussion on Rahul Gandhi MP’s speech at Loksabha Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
July 2, 2024

Webinar | Minilateralism in the Indo-Pacific: Opportunities and Challenges

The webinar on “Minilateralism in the Indo-Pacific”, organised by the Indo-Pacific Circle in collaboration with the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), delved into the evolving dynamics of minilateralism and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The discussion featured Dr. […]
July 2, 2024

Round Table Conference on Decriminalisation of Business Laws in Kerala

A round table conference was organised by the Trivandrum Chamber of Commerce and Industries (TCCI) in partnership with the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) on ‘Decriminalisation of Business Laws in Kerala’ on June 24, 2024 at the TCCI office, […]