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 […]
August 28, 2024

Thiruvananthapuram’s canal tragedy is an urgent call for reform in Sustainable Urban Waste Management

The journey towards a clean and sustainable Thiruvananthapuram is fraught with challenges, but it is not insurmountable. Amal Chandra, CPPR’s Youth Leadership Fellow, references his study done as part of the Fellowship, in his article published in Down To Earth. […]
August 28, 2024

Is 7% Growth Rate Enough For India To Achieve “Developed” Economy Status By 2047?

With the NSO set to release Q1 GDP data on Friday, many analysts feel that the growth rate could be lower than 7%. This begs the question, is India growing below its capacity? Is an interest rate cut needed to […]
August 28, 2024

KSRTC pensioners’ suicides: A death knell for the LDF government ahead of 2026 Assembly elections

Four retired employees have died by suicide and the cases shed light on the severe financial hardships faced by them. Analysts note that one factor that contributed to the LDF’s failure in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections was the delay […]
August 16, 2024

Wayanad Lanslides | Rehabilitation Discussion | Manorama News | D Dhanuraj

How do we help the people of #Wayanad, Kerala affected by the #landslides from a public policy perspective? Listen to the chairman of the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Dr. D. Dhanuraj, sharing his recommendations for medium and long […]
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 […]
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 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

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, […]
July 2, 2024

‘സാമ്പത്തിക പ്രശ്നമാണ് ആളുകളെ കുറ്റകൃത്യം ചെയ്യുന്നതിലേക്ക് നയിക്കുന്നത്’ | Anu Anna Jo | Asianet News

CPPR Senior Research Associate Anu Anna Jo featured on Asianet News discussion Old Age Policy In Kerala 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

Concern over deteriorating plight of Vyttila Mobility Hub

Commuters, drivers, and pedestrians having a harrowing time due to delay in restoring roads on the hub premises; substantial amount of work on the carriageway of service road, drains, and culverts completed, claims CSML D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on […]
June 27, 2024

മെട്രോപ്പൊലിറ്റൻ ആസൂത്രണ സമിതി: അധികാരമില്ലെങ്കിൽ കടലാസിലൊതുങ്ങും

D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the news published in Malayala Manorama ഭരണഘടനാപരമായ ഉത്തരവാദിത്തം നിറവേറ്റാനായി രൂപീകരിക്കുന്ന പല സംവിധാനങ്ങളും കേവലം പേരിനു മാത്രം പ്രവർത്തിക്കുന്നതാണ് പതിവുരീതിയെന്ന് സെന്റർ ഫോർ പബ്ലിക് പോളിസി റിസർച്ച് (സിപിപിആർ) ചെയർമാൻ ഡോ. ഡി ധനുരാജ് പറഞ്ഞു. എംപിസി രൂപീകരിക്കേണ്ടത് ആവശ്യമാണെങ്കിലും തീരുമാനമെടുക്കാനുള്ള അധികാരം നൽകിയിട്ടില്ലെങ്കിൽ […]
June 21, 2024

No roads lead to Vypeen in Kochi

Despite the rapid development in the city, the Goshree Islands still remain ‘disconnected’ without a seamless public transport network. D Dhanuraj, CPPR Chairman, comments on the news published in The New indian Express KOCHI: In 2004, when new bridges connected […]