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Economy and Public Finance

Takaichi Wins Historic Mandate: The Prospect of Japan Becoming Normal

CPPR Media&PR

Mar 13, 2026

Image Credit: BBC Sanae Takaichi, who became Japan’s first female Prime Minister in October 2025, in the...

Economy and Public Finance

Disruptions in the Hormuz Strait and the Future of Oil Trade

Kalyani S K

Mar 06, 2026

AI-Generated Image The announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz marks a decisive escalation in Gulf geopolitics,...

Economy and Public Finance

Tamil Nadu’s Fiscal Reality Before the Poll Promises Begin

Banisha Shaikh

Mar 04, 2026

AI-Generated Image Before the promise race begins in Tamil Nadu’s 2026 elections, the state’s growing debt and...

Articles

Implementation of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act in Kerala: Insights from Ernakulam District, Kerala

Anu Francis

Mar 23, 2026

The paper outlines the systemic delays identified in the magistrate courts of Ernakulam District, highlighting a...

Articles

India’s BRICS Presidency, South Asia and Future of Regional Cooperation

Gazi Hassan

Mar 17, 2026

BRICS represents a substantial share of the world’s population and economic output. As India assumes the BRICS...

Articles

The XVI Finance Commission – Putting India’s Urban Future and Urban Local Governments in the Forefront

Dr Ravikant Joshi

Mar 09, 2026

The XVI Finance Commission submitted its report for the period 2026–2031 in November 2025, which was accepted by the...

Papers & Reports

Deregulating Building and Fire Rules for Improving Supply and Affordability of Urban Poor Housing in India

CPPR Media&PR

Dec 16, 2025

Representative Image Context India is projected to face an affordable housing deficit of 31.2 million units...

Papers & Reports

Localisation of SDG11 in India’s Urban Spheres

CPPR Media&PR

Oct 28, 2025

Aerial view of Dharavi, Mumbai — one of India’s largest informal settlements — contrasting with surrounding...

Papers & Reports

Assisting KSFDC on Draft Cinema Policy for the State of Kerala

CPPR Media&PR

Aug 01, 2025

Behind the scenes with a clapper board Context The Centre for Public Policy...

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🕑 Mar 13, 2026

Ep 72| Beyond the Statutes: Strengthening the Pillars of Women’s Safety in India

Policy Beyond Politics

🕑 Mar 23, 2026

EP 23 | Navigating the West Asia Crisis: India, the GCC and the Kerala Connect

Policy Beyond Borders

🕑 Dec 12, 2025

EP 09 | Governance of the Shared Intermediate Public Transport Sector in Small and Medium Cities | Policy Beyond Mobility

Policy Beyond Mobility

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Mar 12, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Mar 12, 2026

Decriminalising Business Laws in Kerala: A Policy Discussion on Regulatory Reform

Decriminalising Business Laws in Kerala: A Policy Discussion on Regulatory Reform The Centre for Public Policy Research is organizing a discussion on Decriminalising Business Laws in Kerala: A Policy Discussion on Regulatory Reform in association with TiE Kerala on 12 March 2026, at 4 PM at the...

Jan 05, 1970

CPPR Media&PR Jan 05, 1970

CPPR Book Discussion –Beyond Cynicism Kerala 2.0 Insights from Insiders, Edited by P.H Kurian and T Balakrishnan

CPPR Book Discussion on “Beyond Cynicism Kerala 2.0 Insights from Insiders” Edited by P.H Kurian and T Balakrishnan Date: Tuesday, 5th March 2026 | Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM | Platform: Zoom The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) is hosting an online book discussion...

Feb 18, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Feb 18, 2026

DECODING THE POLLS | Bangladesh’s Electoral Verdict in 2026: Evaluating Outcomes and Regional Implications

DECODING THE POLLS | Bangladesh’s Electoral Verdict in 2026: Evaluating Outcomes and Regional Implications Introduction The national elections in Bangladesh, held on 12 February 2026, resulted in a decisive victory for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led by Tarique Rahman. The outcome...

Mar 28, 2026

CPPR Media&PR Mar 28, 2026

Democracy in Focus: Assembly Elections 2026

Register Now Democracy in Focus: Assembly Elections 2026 The Centre for Public Policy Research is organizing a discussion on Democracy in Focus: Assembly Elections 2026—Issues, People, and Choices with South Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industries (SICCI) Kerala on 28 March 2026, at 3.45...

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Deregulating Building and Fire Rules for Improving Supply and Affordability of Urban Poor Housing in India

Representative Image Context India is projected to face an affordable housing deficit of 31.2 million units...

Urban Governance

Projects

Localisation of SDG11 in India’s Urban Spheres

Aerial view of Dharavi, Mumbai — one of India’s largest informal settlements — contrasting with surrounding...

Governance and Law

Projects

Assisting KSFDC on Draft Cinema Policy for the State of Kerala

Behind the scenes with a clapper board Context The Centre for Public Policy...

Governance and Law

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Reforming Kerala's Land Policies - Unlocking Growth and Freedom

Context The Kerala Land Reforms Act of 1963 and the Kerala Land Reforms (Amendment) Act of 1979 were introduced...