Articles

January 16, 2024

The Impact of a Probable Iran-Israel War on the Maritime Security of the Eastern Mediterranean, Red Sea and the Persian Gulf Region – Part 2

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

Netanyahu at Crossroads: Navigating Crisis and Dissent in Israeli Politics

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 16, 2024

E book – YOUTH VOICES OF KERALA

Youth Voices of Kerala is an anthology of essays on pertinent and current public policy topics authored by young students from colleges in Kerala. It is an outcome of college seminars organised by the Centre for Public Policy Research in […]
January 15, 2024

Transit-oriented development is the way forward for Bengaluru

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 15, 2024

Kochi’s Transport Sector: The Grand Schemes in Store for 2024|D Dhanuraj|CPPR|All India Radio

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj shares his insights and expectations regarding the Kochi Water Metro, Kochi Metro, the introduction of electricbus services in the city, the expansion of the national highway, enhanced #bus services, and the overall infrastructure and transport sector development […]
January 12, 2024

Dimming Progress: Addressing Non-Functioning Streetlights in Nedumkandam Panchayat, Idukki, Kerala

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

Prioritising Recreation in Pathanamthitta Town’s Planning | An Analysis of Recreational Opportunities in the Town

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

EP 10 | Policy Beyond Borders | Bangladesh’s Foreign Policy Under Sheikh Hasina’s New Term

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

It’s Time for Kerala to Decriminalise its Business Laws

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

What’s up, Kochi?: 2023 was quite a year in terms of development in the city

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 4, 2024

Call for Expression of Interest in Conducting Commuter Surveys

Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi, invites qualified and experienced survey agencies and interested parties to express their interest in providing survey services for our ongoing national urban transport project. This study focuses on five Indian cities: Hubli Dharwad, Indore, […]
December 28, 2023

Bolstering People-to-People Connectivity: A cornerstone for India-Maldives Relations

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 22, 2023

CPPR Dialogue | AIIPOIP | Geopolitical Challenges and Transnational Human Security Threats in Indo-Pacific: Scope of India-Australia Partnership

Indo-Pacific is emerging as a crucial geopolitical hotspot due to its economic and strategic significance in today’s international politics. The Indo-Pacific region is a growing priority for India and Australia, as emphasised in their respective national strategies, due to the […]
December 19, 2023

E book – ELC Guidebook | Resource Guide for Electoral Literacy Clubs in Colleges

An Electoral Literacy Club is a platform to engage the youth in educational institutions through interesting activities and hands-on experience to sensitise them on their electoral rights and familiarise them with the electoral process of registration and voting. Through ELC, […]
December 19, 2023

Voter Awareness and Literacy among Youth | A Study of College Electoral Literacy Clubs in Thiruvananthapuram

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 […]