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November 22, 2023

 ഇടം മാറിയാൽ കച്ചവടം താറുമാർ

ഇന്ത്യാ ഗവൺമെന്റിന്റെ നഗര ദാരിദ്ര്യ ലഘൂകരണ മന്ത്രാലയത്തിന്റെ കണക്കനുസരിച്ച് ഇന്ത്യയിൽ 20 ലക്ഷം തെരുവോര ഭക്ഷണ കച്ചവടക്കാർ ഉണ്ടെന്നാണ് റിപ്പോർട്ട്. ഏറ്റവും പഴക്കമുള്ള അനൗപചാരിക മേഖലകളിൽ ഒന്നായി ഇത് കണക്കാക്കപ്പെടുന്നു. നമ്മുടെ നഗരങ്ങളുടെ സമ്പദ്‌വ്യവസ്ഥ, സാമൂഹിക ചുറ്റുപാടുകൾ, സംസ്കാരങ്ങൾ എന്നിവ രൂപപ്പെടുത്തുന്നതിലും, വലിയ നഗരങ്ങളിൽ ജീവിതച്ചെലവ് ഗണയ്മായി കുറയ്ക്കുന്നതിലും തെരുവോര ഭക്ഷണ കച്ചവടക്കാർ ഒരു പ്രധാന […]
November 22, 2023

EP 8 | Policy Beyond Borders | Myanmar’s Upheaval: Decoding India’s Economic and Strategic Calculus

In the latest episode of ‘Policy Beyond Borders’, Ambassador Rajiv Bhatia discusses the recent ethnic upheaval in Myanmar against the Military Junta and its broader implications on India – Myanmar Ties  KEY TAKEAWAYS SPEAKER Amb Rajiv Bhatia,  former Ambassador to […]
November 21, 2023

International Politics, East Asia, and the Korean Peninsula

The talk on ‘International Politics, East Asia, and the Korean Peninsula: Problems and Prospects’ by Dr Haksoon Paik was organised by the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) in association with the Korea Centre at the School of International Relations […]
November 17, 2023

EP 7 | Policy Beyond Borders | Analysing the India-US Global Partnership with Michael Kugelman

In the latest episode of Policy Beyond Borders, Michael Kugelman from the South Asia Institute, Wilson Center, Washington, discusses the emerging tenets of security and defence cooperation between India and the US in the context of the Fifth India-US 2+2 […]
November 15, 2023

Assembly Elections – 2023 | Rajasthan – Royal Battles Ahead

Key Highlights Rajasthan, the ‘Land of the Rajas’ with splendid palaces, temples and forts, Pushkar Fair and Ajmer Sharif, leaves a unique architectural splendour and culture of royalty. But, against its great glory and cultural legacy, the state, for decades, […]
November 13, 2023

Assembly Elections – 2023 | Telangana – Regional Politics and Issues of Credibility or Governance

HIGHLIGHTS – Political Landscape in Telangana– Telangana, formed in 2014, is dominated by the Bharath Rashtra Samithi (BRS), formerly known as the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS).– BRS has seen significant growth in past elections, especially capturing votes from major subaltern […]
November 10, 2023

Easing Liquor Regulations for Homestays in Kerala

Homestays in Kerala Kerala is one of the major tourist destinations in India, with tourism constituting more than 10% of the state’s total GDP. In 2022, Kerala witnessed an inflow of 1.88 crore domestic tourists and 3.45 lakh foreign tourists. […]
November 9, 2023

Assembly Elections – 2023 |  Chhattisgarh – Backwardness and Development: The Key Issues

Chhattisgarh, which is celebrating its 23rd anniversary, is slated for a two phased poll on November 7 and 17, 2023. Over 2 crore voters would be exercising their franchise to elect 90 members to the State Legislative Assembly. 39 seats […]
November 9, 2023

E book – Security and Prosperity in the Bay of Bengal

The Indo-Pacific has emerged as a theatre for economic and strategic competition in the 21st century as maritime trade through the region impacts the economies of all major nations in the world. The Bay of Bengal region will be perceived […]
November 8, 2023

Can net neutrality survive market forces?

Enforcing and regulating net neutrality is not a straightforward task. Varying capacities to understand and adapt to technological changes make net neutrality a complex ecosystem to enforce. Recently, the Department of Telecoms tried to ease nerves by saying there was […]
November 6, 2023

Assembly Elections – 2023 | Madhya Pradesh – A Crucial Battle in Hindi Heartland

The elections to the 230 member Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly, slated for November 17, 2023, assume national importance as the state represents a replica of the Hindi heartland with unique socio-political-cultural indicators. While the BJP, which has been in power […]
November 2, 2023

Assembly Elections – 2023 | Mizoram – Ethnicity and Sub-nationalism: The Key Issues

Over 8.5 lakh voters are going to the election-booths on November 7, 2023, to elect 40 members of the Mizoram Legislative Assembly. The main contenders are the ruling Mizo National Front (MNF), the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), the Congress and […]
November 1, 2023

 Do Young Indians Participate In Elections?

In 2009, the Election Commission of India (ECI) established the Systematic Voter’s Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme, aimed at engaging and educating voters due to gaps and stagnation in voter registration and voter turnout. The total voter turnout increased […]
October 31, 2023

CPPR Dialogue | AITP: The new Revolution in India’s Public Transportation | B J Antony

Buses are one of the important pillars of public transportation, especially in India. Issuing permits for buses was always controversial in the country, especially after the advent of Route Nationalization. All India Tourist Permit Act(AITP) 2023 is the new revolution […]
October 28, 2023

 Kerala’s Anjengo coir : Once a crown jewel

Kerala’s coir industry has witnessed growth in exports since 2015-16 with exports reaching ₹1,731.66 lakh in 2021-22. This industry holds importance as a source of employment and foreign exchange earnings. It provides livelihood opportunities for 3,75,000 individuals, with an impressive […]