October 19, 2024

Kochi Dialogue 2025

What is Kochi Dialogue? Kochi Dialogue is a Track 1.5 diplomacy conclave organised by the Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. It is a global channel that explores synergies […]
October 18, 2024

CPPR DecodingthePolls Ep.36 | US Presidential Elections 2024: Voter Trend Analysis

Speaker : Prof G Gopa Kumar PhD, Eminent Psephologist and Former Vice Chancellor, Central University of Kerala Moderator : Aleena T Sabu, Associate, Research, Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)  
October 18, 2024

CPPR DecodingthePolls Ep.35 | Election Outcomes in the Haryana Assembly Polls Oct 2024

Speaker : Naveen Kumar, Political Consultant and Regional Director of Rajneethi Political Consultancy Moderator : Sreelakshmi Harilal, Associate, Research, Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)  
October 18, 2024

CPPR DecodingthePolls Ep.34 | Reimagining Leadership in Sri Lanka: The Rise of Leftist Politics

Speaker : Prof Jayadeva Uyangoda, Sri Lankan Political Scientist and Emeritus Professor of Political Science, University of Colombo Moderator : Neelima A, Research Associate at Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)  
October 18, 2024

CPPR Dialogue – Future of Vizhinjam Port: Enhancing India’s Maritime Role & Addressing Key Challenges

  Speakers: Moderator: Maalavika Ajith, Research Associate at Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)  
October 18, 2024

CPPR DecodingthePolls Ep.33 | UK Elections 2024: Results and Reflections on UK-India Relations

Speaker : Dr. Bhaswati Sarkar, Jean Monnet Chair, Centre for European Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University Moderator : Dr. D Dhanuraj, Founder-Chairman, Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)  
October 9, 2024

EP 62 | Sports Beyond Medals – Part 1 | Policy Beyond Politics

    India’s sports industry is booming, with leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Indian Super League (ISL) contributing billions to the economy. The IPL alone is valued at $16.4 billion in 2024, with other leagues following suit. However, despite this […]
October 3, 2024

D Dhanuraj quoted in Medical Buyer on the Risk of Influx of Chinese Products into India

D Dhanuraj, the Chairman of Centre for Public Policy Research, in talking to the Medical Buyer, comments on the risk of influx of Chinese products in India, given the increased tariffs by the US government on Chinese products. With higher […]
September 20, 2024

D Dhanuraj quoted in The New Indian Express on the occasion of World Clean-up Day

Are all the cleanup activities in Kerala’s prime tourist destinations just pomp and photo-ops? D Dhanuraj, the chairman of CPPR comments D Dhanuraj pointed out that the problem of waste accumulation in tourist areas was compounded by the government’s decision to […]
September 11, 2024

CPPR-BIPSS Commentaries on India-Bangladesh Cooperation in the Bay of Bengal

The Bay of Bengal plays a crucial role in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Bangladesh, enhancing both strategic partnerships and economic ties. Joint research commentaries by Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) and Bangladesh Institute of Peace and Security […]
September 6, 2024

Not another Amul: Kerala fights to protect its cooperative legacy from Modi-Shah’s Gujarat model

The Union government’s plan to introduce a new national cooperative policy is seen with contempt by the ruling LDF in Kerala with them claiming that the Kerala model is the best in the country. D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the […]
September 6, 2024

ഉന്നതവിദ്യാഭ്യാസത്തിലെ ആഗോളവൽക്കരണം

കേരളത്തിലെ വിദ്യാർത്ഥി കുടിയേറ്റത്തെക്കുറിച്ച് സിറിൽ സെബാസ്റ്റ്യൻ നടത്തിയ സിപിപിആറിൻ്റെ പഠനം നയനീതി പോളിസി കളക്ടീവിൽ പ്രസിദ്ധീകരിച്ച ലേഖനത്തിൽ പരാമർശിക്കുന്നുണ്ട്. കേരളത്തിലെ വിദ്യാർത്ഥികൾക്ക് ലോകോത്തര വിദ്യാഭ്യാസം കയ്യകലത്തിൽ ലഭ്യമാവുന്ന ഒരു നാളെയെക്കുറിച്ച് സങ്കൽപ്പിക്കുക. ചരിത്രപരമായി വിദ്യാഭ്യാസത്തിലെ കോർപ്പറേറ്റ് നിക്ഷേപത്തെ ജാഗ്രതാപൂർവം നോക്കിക്കണ്ട നമ്മുടെ സംസ്ഥാനം വിദേശ സർവകലാശാലകൾക്ക് വാതിലുകൾ തുറക്കുന്നതിലൂടെ ഈ സങ്കൽപം യാഥാർത്ഥ്യമാവുകയാണ്. 2024ലെ സംസ്ഥാന […]
September 5, 2024

Reform through Deregulation of Autorickshaw Permit Rules in Kerala

D Dhanuraj, Chairman of Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) comments on the issue of “shared mobility” in Kerala on All India Radio. (D Dhanuraj’s comments from 7.48 – 12.05)
September 4, 2024

Indian Economy Grows 6.7% in Apr-Jun Quarter, Slowdown Likely To Amplify Rate Cut Chorus

With growth slowing down, to a number which is the lowest in five quarters, the chorus for cutting key policy rates by the RBI’s monetary policy committee slated to meet in October is likely to get louder. D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, […]
September 4, 2024

KSRTC is low on crew, buses; Vypeen’s wait for direct services continues

MVD has alloted 20 permits for services to various city destinations from the region D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the news published in The New Indian Express. A solution to the long-drawn-out issue of inadequate public transportation facilities for thousands […]