August 4, 2023

CPPR Dialogue|India – Sri Lanka Relations: 75 Years of Diplomatic Engagement|Amb. Jayanath Colombage

India and Sri Lanka share a long-standing relationship that dates back to 2,500 years encompassing intellectual, cultural, religious, and linguistic exchanges. Sri Lankan President H.E. Ranil Wickremesinghe visited India on 21 July 2023, which coincided with the celebration of 75 […]
July 27, 2023

EP 54 | Participatory Planning in Public Transport | #PolicyBeyondPolitics

The involvement and participation of citizens and stakeholders in the sustainable urban mobility planning process is necessary in order to obtain public legitimacy and create a plan that satisfies the mobility needs of people. With the adoption of new Information […]
July 25, 2023

EP 53 | The NATO Vilnius Summit 2023: Charting the Path Ahead | #PolicyBeyondPolitics

The momentous NATO Summit held in Vilnius, Lithuania this year also known as the summit for implementation, resulted in a comprehensive 90-point joint communiqué. With a wealth of significant announcements, it is essential to analyze the major achievements as well […]
July 24, 2023

Panel told to find funds for CSML

D Dhanuraj, Chairman of CPPR, comments on the news ‘Panel told to find funds for CSML’. The news was published on Time of India (21-07-2023) Kochi: In an effort to retain the Cochin Smart Mission Limited (CSML) as a major […]
July 21, 2023

CPPR DIALOGUE | In Conversation with Ambassador Rakesh Sood on India-France Relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France as the Guest of Honour at the National Day of the French Republic on July 13 and 14, 2023 marked a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between India and France. The occasion […]
July 21, 2023

EP 52 | Contracting and Tendering in the Public Transport System | #PolicyBeyondPolitics

  Contracts are an essential tool for any Public Transport Authority. Countries across the globe have incorporated the private contractors into the Public Transport Ecosystem. However, contracting and tendering processes comes with possible challenges and implications. In this podcast, Ms […]
July 21, 2023

City entry for Vypeen private buses remains unresolved in draft scheme

By nationalising the 36-km route between Paravoor KSRTC bus station and Vyttila hub, private bus owners are questioning if their vehicles will be allowed on the route.  KOCHI: The proposed draft scheme by the Kerala State Transport Department regarding city entry […]
July 21, 2023

Migration of Keralite Students to Developed Countries| All India Radio | D Dhanuraj | CPPR

CPPR Chairman, D Dhanuraj, shares his thoughts on the Migration of Keralites to Developed Countries on All India Radio #allindiaradio #migration #students #studentsabroad
July 21, 2023

Migration of Keralites to Developed Countries| Red FM | D Dhanuraj | CPPR

On the occasion of World Population Day, CPPR Chairman, D Dhanuraj, shares his thoughts on the Migration of Keralites to Developed Countries on Red FM 93.5. #redfmmalayalam #cpprindia #worldpopulationday #migration
July 21, 2023

CPPR Dialogue| Implementation of Street Vending Laws: Where it stands now|Aditya Singh|Mecanzy Dabre

Welcome to CPPR Dialogue! In this Dialogue, we will be focusing on the implementation of street vending laws in Maharastra, Gujarat, and Kerala. Mr Aditya Singh, Architect and Development Professional from Gujarat, and Mr Mecanzy Dabre, Deputy General Secretary of […]
July 21, 2023

CPPR DIALOGUE | A Conversation on PM Modi’s State Visit to the US | Ranjan Mathai IFS

July 18, 2023

Brimming with brains, think-tank enters 20th year

Centre for Public Policy Research’s transformative impact extends beyond research and analysis, diversifying its expertise across ten vital sectors KOCHI: At a time when independent think tanks were a rarity in Kerala, the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) initially […]
July 15, 2023

Celebrating CPPR’s 19th Foundation Day!

Lights, laughter, and learning! Watch our amazing team share their experiences and journeys at CPPR on our 19th Foundation Day! Join us in celebrating the people behind our impactful work!
July 15, 2023

Meet the Future Leaders in Public Policy: Internship Testimonials from CPPR

Interns share their experiences here at CPPR; we couldn’t be more proud of them. They’ve been a huge asset to the team and brought #FreshPerspectives and ideas. Our strong legacy of nurturing and mentoring talent passionate about public policy and […]
July 14, 2023

Digital platform for stakeholders in India’s seaweed sector set to take-off

CPPR, US Consulate General support the platform; set to become operational in Sept The Algae Store, a digital platform offering a one-stop solution for stakeholders in the seaweed sector, is in the offing. The online B2B marketplace, which is expected […]