Policy Briefs
January 23, 2024
This policy brief by CPPR’s Urban Fellows, Uma N. P. and Merlin Pattath, sheds light on the lack of menstrual health awareness among students. It stresses the responsibility of schools to provide education and support. Additionally, the study underscores the […]
January 22, 2024
A majority of Kerala youths who prefer popular destinations, including UK, Canada, Germany, USA, and Australia, to migrate for studies are from families earning less than Rs 5 lakh annually. Despite financial challenges, migration is feasible for many, largely owing […]
January 17, 2024
The October 7 Hamas attack on southern Israel led to the death of 1400 Israelis and other nationals, and the kidnapping of 229 people. This resulted in a sustained bombing campaign of the Gaza Strip by the Israel Defence Forces […]
January 16, 2024
The Persian Gulf region, more specifically the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz are maritime areas on the Iranian coast over which Iran has considerable naval influence. The Strait of Hormuz is around 155 kilometres long and 34 […]
January 16, 2024
The recent Hamas attack on Israel has raised criticism of the domestic political leadership of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The damage from the security breach and the recent judicial overhaul has been considered a failure of Netanyahu’s leadership. The attack […]
January 15, 2024
In a railway project like the circular rail system, it’s crucial to ask what equity and stake local governments have in regional development, which integrates land seamlessly with infrastructure and market forces. Indian cities serve as growth engines, contributing significantly […]
January 12, 2024
The issue brief explores the challenges surrounding the inoperative street lights in Nedumkandam along Munnar – Kumily State Highway 19, spanning 600 metres from the VHSS junction to Casa Resto. The document delves into the implementation history, identifies the root […]
January 12, 2024
Pathanamthitta town is a quaint municipality located in the south of Kerala. Although the town is blessed with abundant natural beauty, its urban area lacks adequate recreational spaces for its dwellers. Being the administrative capital of the district makes the […]
January 11, 2024
In this podcast we will be analysing Bangladesh’s foreign policy with key global players including United States, the United Kingdom, China, Russia and India during Sheikh Hasina’s latest term, emphasizing both continuity and future possibilities. Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina retains […]
January 10, 2024
There are approximately 113 state laws that affect businesses in Kerala, of which 74 have imprisonment clauses that provide jail terms for non-compliance with procedures or trivial acts/omissions. Kerala’s Business Environment Kerala has unveiled its Industrial Policy for 2023, which […]
January 10, 2024
The operations on other routes will commence after Cochin Shipyard Limited delivers the next batch of ferries. What’s up, Kochi?: 2023 was quite a year in terms of development in the city Great expectationsThe corporation’s draft master plan includes proposals such […]
January 9, 2024
Key Takeaways The article, while analysing the major trends of the elections in 5 states from the prognostic angle of the 2024 LS polls, unfolds: The results of the elections to 5 states are out; the Lotus has blossomed in […]
December 28, 2023
With the recent meeting of PM Modi with President Mohammed Muizzu on the sidelines of COP 28 in the UAE, the hard times have seemed to be getting better between both nations, with discussions revolving around diverse sectors, including the […]
December 19, 2023
Since India’s first election in 1951, the electorate has made significant progress. In 2019, voter turnout reached an all-time high at 67.4%, with a remarkable gender parity. Several factors contributed to this achievement, including the introduction of SVEEP (Systematic Voter […]
December 19, 2023
Policymakers and planners should recognise that minimising runoff from built-up areas onto roads is the best method to decrease city waterlogging. When we talk about the monsoon today, the first image that typically comes to mind is waterlogged urban roads. […]