We are pleased to welcome Bisleri as the Sustainability Partner for Kochi Dialogue 2026. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to promoting sustainability and responsible practices, reinforcing the importance of building a more sustainable future. 📍 18–20 November 2026 | Kochi, India #KochiDialogue2026 #CPPR #Bisleri #Sustainability

We are pleased to welcome @Finmarkcoms1 as the GCC Outreach Partner for Kochi Dialogue 2026. This partnership will strengthen regional outreach and engagement with key stakeholders across the Gulf, fostering institutional connections and advancing meaningful dialogue towards a stronger India–GCC partnership. 📍 18–20 November 2026 | Kochi, India #KochiDialogue2026 #IndiaGCC #CPPR #FinMarkCommunications

📰 The conversation is making headlines. The next chapter needs you in it! Kochi Dialogue 2026 is gaining media attention as leading news outlets spotlight the growing importance of India–GCC relations. As policymakers, diplomats, business leaders and strategic thinkers prepare to come together in Kochi, be part of the conversations, connections and ideas shaping this vital partnership. 📅 18–20 November 2026 | 📍 Kochi, Kerala 🔗 Register now: kochidialogue.in/register/ #KochiDialogue2026 #IndiaGCCRelations #IndiaGCCPartnership #IndianMedia #MediaCoverage #Journalism #ForeignPolicy #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #CPPR

On Vijayadashami, CPPR wishes everyone a meaningful beginning to new pursuits of knowledge, learning and discovery. May the spirit of inquiry continue to guide us towards a better-informed and thoughtful society. Happy Vijayadashami!

Think tanks and policy institutions play a vital role in shaping conversations, informing decisions, and driving meaningful policy change. At Kochi Dialogue 2026, join the conversation on strengthening the India–GCC partnership and shaping shared policy priorities. 📅 18–20 November 2026 | 📍 Kochi, Kerala 🔗 Register now: kochidialogue.in/register/ #KochiDialogue2026 #CPPR #ThinkTanks #PolicyInstitutions #PublicPolicy #IndiaGCC #PolicyDialogue #InternationalRelations

📢 We’re Hiring | Academy Associate Are you passionate about education, strategy, and public policy? Join the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) and help design impactful learning programmes, build meaningful partnerships, and shape the future of public policy education. 📅 Last date to apply: 21 October 2026 🔗 Apply now: forms.gle/WoLXdnLGJwxWHXYU6 Be part of a team turning ideas into impact! #CPPR #Hiring #AcademyAssociate #PublicPolicy #PolicyResearch #Education #CareerOpportunities #WeAreHiring #CPPRAcademy

Dr Shakila T Shamsu, Special Advisor (Education Policies) at CPPR and formerly Officer on Special Duty (New Education Policy), Ministry of Education, Government of India, shares her thoughts on the upcoming dialogue. Join policymakers, diplomats, business leaders and experts as they explore new avenues for India–GCC cooperation. 📅 18–20 November 2026 📍 Taj Vivanta, Kochi, Kerala Register now: kochidialogue.in/register/ #KochiDialogue2026 #IndiaGCC #CPPR #IndiaGCCPartnership

Kerala has an educated female workforce, but are its factory floors open to women? Despite high literacy rates, women remain underrepresented in Kerala’s workforce, particularly in manufacturing. Regulatory barriers, restrictions on certain operations and the conditions attached to night-shift employment continue to limit their access to industrial jobs. A new CPPR issue brief, Opening Kerala’s Factory Floors to Women, examines these barriers and proposes reforms to make industrial employment more accessible, workplaces safer and labour regulations more inclusive. Read the full issue brief at: cppr.in/policy-briefs/openin… #CPPR #WomenInWorkforce #KeralaEconomy #GenderEquality #LabourReforms

D Dhanuraj, Chairman of the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), highlights the need to improve the availability and viability of feeder e-auto services at Kochi Metro stations. Reliable feeder connectivity and better support for drivers can help strengthen metro ridership and promote sustainable urban mobility. Read more: cppr.in/innews/kochi-metro-f… #CPPR #KochiMetro #UrbanMobility #PublicTransport #SustainableTransport

Calling journalists, editors, correspondents, media houses & communications professionals! Get a closer look at the ideas, debates and policy perspectives shaping the future of India–GCC relations. Kochi Dialogue 2026 offers media professionals an opportunity to engage with diverse voices and explore the regional developments, strategic partnerships and emerging priorities influencing the India–Gulf landscape. 📍 Kochi, Kerala, India 🗓 18, 19 & 20 November 2026 To register, visit: kochidialogue.in/register/ #KochiDialogue2026 #IndiaGCC #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Technology #StrategicPartnership #IndiaGCCRelations

Kerala’s maritime history offers valuable lessons for its future development. In his latest article, “What Kerala Can Learn from Kollam’s Maritime Legacy and China’s Pinglu Canal Project,” Manoj P.V., Senior Fellow (China Studies) at CPPR, explores Kerala’s historic maritime and trade connections with China and examines how Kollam’s integration with inland waterways can inform contemporary infrastructure and development strategies. Read the full article: cppr.in/articles/kollam-mari… #CPPR #MaritimeHeritage #KeralaDevelopment #InlandWaterways #China

What are the key challenges and opportunities shaping Kerala’s economic future? In this interview, Dr Martin Patrick, Senior Fellow (Economy) at the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), discusses Kerala’s economic development and the policy priorities needed to strengthen growth and create sustainable opportunities. Watch the full interview: cppr.in/videos/kerala-econom… #CPPR #KeralaEconomy #EconomicDevelopment #Kerala

India’s E-Bicycle Regulations: What Has Been Proposed? India’s regulatory framework for e-bicycles is evolving. On 21 August 2026, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways published draft amendment rules under G.S.R. 760(E), proposing changes to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. Key proposed changes: Motor power: Increase the threshold for qualifying two-wheeled battery-operated vehicles from 250 W to less than 600 W (0.6 kW). Speed: Retain the maximum-speed threshold of less than 25 km/h. Unladen weight: Remove the existing maximum unladen-weight limit of 60 kg. What is the timeline? The draft proposed 1 October 2026 as the commencement date. However, a proposed commencement date in draft rules does not, by itself, bring the amendment into force. As of 14 October 2026, the final notification bringing this specific amendment into force is yet to be issued. The proposal could have implications for rural mobility, where e-bicycles may offer an affordable and accessible transport option. However, regulatory reform is only one part of the equation. The larger question is whether India’s e-bicycle ecosystem is equipped to meet the diverse mobility needs of rural communities. #EBicyclePolicy #RegulatoryReform #RuralMobility #TransportPolicy #CPPR

Kerala’s labour protection framework faces a critical challenge: protecting workers whose livelihoods are increasingly shaped by shrinking employment opportunities, regulatory constraints and the limited availability of alternative jobs. In his latest article, The Workers Kerala Does Not See, Dr D Dhanuraj, Founder-Chairman of the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), examines what the CorroHealth layoffs and the decline of Kerala’s private bus sector reveal about the gaps in the state’s labour protection framework. The article argues for a shift towards worker-centric protection, with portable social security, severance insurance and a stronger employment ecosystem that enables workers to move between jobs without losing economic security. Read the full article: cppr.in/articles/the-workers… #CPPR #KeralaBeyond2030 #LabourReforms #Employment #KeralaEconomy

How do building regulations shape housing supply? Floor Space Index (FSI), setbacks, road width and building height all play a role in determining how much housing can be developed on a plot. A new CPPR research report examines these regulations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, exploring how different approaches influence buildable space and the potential supply of affordable housing. The report offers insights into how development regulations can be better aligned with housing needs while maintaining infrastructure standards. To read more - cppr.in/reports-and-papers/p… #CPPR #HousingPolicy #UrbanPlanning #HousingAffordability #FSI #UrbanDevelopment

Put the ‘Public’ in ITLA: Move People and Goods, Not Just Plans India’s transport reforms must go beyond infrastructure planning to address the regulatory barriers that constrain public transport and mobility. In this article, Dr D Dhanuraj, Founder-Chairman, CPPR, examines the need to integrate passenger mobility with logistics, promote competition, and enable greater coordination between the Centre and states. Read the article to explore how an integrated, open and competitive transport ecosystem can improve connectivity, strengthen logistics and support economic growth. 🔗 Read more: cppr.in/articles/itla-public… #CPPR #PublicTransport #UrbanMobility #TransportPolicy #Logistics #PolicyReform

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a vital corridor for innovation, advancement and collaboration. As India and the GCC countries pursue their ambitions for a knowledge-driven future, AI presents an opportunity to build a stronger partnership. How can India’s tech talent and the GCC’s AI ambitions come together to shape the next chapter of India–GCC relations? To know more, visit: kochidialogue.in 📍 Kochi Dialogue 2026 | 18–20 November | Kochi, Kerala #KochiDialogue2026 #IndiaGCC #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Technology #StrategicPartnership #IndiaGCCRelations

Mission Samudra | Navigating Kerala Towards a Global Maritime Future Vice Admiral G. Ashok Kumar, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.), Former National Maritime Security Coordinator and Hon. Distinguished Fellow (Maritime Security), CPPR, moderated a panel discussion on “Mission Samudra: Navigating Kerala Towards a Global Maritime Future” at ANCHORAGE’26, the National Level Techno-Cultural Fest organised by the Department of Ship Technology, Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT). The discussion explored Kerala’s maritime potential, emerging opportunities, and pathways towards a globally integrated maritime future, bringing maritime and industry perspectives to the conversation on the state’s evolving role in the maritime sector. #CPPR #MissionSamudra #MaritimeSecurity #MaritimeKerala #CUSAT #ANCHORAGE26