Policy Briefs
August 8, 2023
There is immense traction in the blue economy to figure on the agenda of the G20—an international forum focused on reviving international trade and the global market in a post-pandemic world. As the G20’s focus has shifted from business-as-usual models […]
August 8, 2023
The state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States in June 2023 has been instrumental in expediting the growth and development of the bilateral relationship between India and the United States. The event in question exerted a […]
August 4, 2023
The Kerala State Transport Department’s recent draft scheme notification dated May 17, 2023, to nationalise a critical route in Vypin, Kerala, disregarded the need for Vypin commuters. Although the draft notification states that the scheme aims to alleviate the lack of public […]
August 4, 2023
In recent years, Education Technology (EdTech) has witnessed remarkable growth. With the Indian EdTech market contributing 6% to the global EdTech market, it is projected to reach a value of $10 billion by 2025, at a compound annual growth rate […]
August 4, 2023
The Central Government’s formulation of the four Labour Codes in 2020 received much fanfare and was touted to herald major reforms in Indian labour laws. Three long years have passed, and it is yet to be implemented. A section of […]
August 4, 2023
Women across the world still have difficulty finding employment and obtaining equal access to the global workforce. Legal barriers to the employment of women have been one of the biggest reasons why women are less likely to enter the labour […]
July 27, 2023
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
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
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
“CHINA’S SUCCESS AT SHANGRI-LA DIALOGUE?” According to some reports, the large Chinese delegation led by its new Defence Minister Gen. Li Shangfu seemed pleased as they headed back home after the three-day Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, as their mission was […]
July 21, 2023
“The Chinese intelligence network has now reached greater heights of expansion and professionalism under the leadership of Xi Jinping.” Sun Tzu, the most influential Chinese military writer of the 6 th century BC says that success in the realm of […]
July 21, 2023
The inclusion of the African Union (AU) as a member of the G20 has been a subject of discussion and has received strong support from many G20 members. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently wrote to the G20 leaders, calling for […]
July 21, 2023
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
The issue of inadequate bus connectivity between Vypin and Kochi city has plagued the residents of Vypin for more than 18 years now. With the recent draft scheme notification dated May 17, 2023, by the Kerala State Transport Department to […]
July 21, 2023
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 […]