India’s sports industry is booming, with leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Indian Super League (ISL) contributing billions to the economy. The IPL alone is valued at $16.4 billion in 2024, with other leagues following suit. However, despite this growth, sports participation at the grassroots level remains limited, especially outside of cricket. Moreover, sports in India is often viewed as a competitive pursuit reserved for the select few who aspire to become professional athletes,...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 62
Kerala has a rapidly ageing population, with the proportion of senior citizens (aged 60 and above) projected to reach 22.8% by 2036, significantly higher than the national average of 15%. This demographic shift poses challenges for the state in terms of providing adequate care and support for its elderly population. As Kerala grapples with the challenges of a rapidly ageing population, a comprehensive and multifaceted approach involving the government, civil society, and senior citizen organisat...
Aug 08, 2024•33 min
In this episode, we explore the need for decriminalisation, simplification, and digitisation in business regulations. We dissect the implications of the Jan Vishwas Act and proposed amendments and delve into the progress of decriminalisation across the nation, identifying states leading the charge in reform efforts. Join us as we unravel the complexities and envision the future of business regulations. Speaker: Rishi Agrawal, Co-founder & CEO at Teamlease Regtech. Rishi is the co-founder &am...
Apr 22, 2024•33 min
In the 2023 annual Gender Gap Report by the World Economic Forum (WEF), India saw an advancement in its ranking, now positioned at 127 out of 146 countries, marking an improvement of eight places compared to the previous year. However, the report emphasised that India’s attainment of only 36.7% parity in economic participation and opportunity underscores the ongoing challenge of addressing gender disparities, particularly concerning women’s access to economic opportunities. The involvement of wo...
Apr 08, 2024•37 min
Generative AI is projected to increase annual global GDP to the amount of trillions if implemented properly, according to analysts. What is India’s stake in this new global phenomenon? In today's podcast, we look at generative AI and LLMs, the issues they pose, the effect they have on Indian society and industry, and how we can look forward to regulating AI while allowing it to grow and provide value to the greatest extent. Our guest, Nidhi Singh, is a Programme Officer, with CCG Delhi. She is a...
Feb 14, 2024•39 min
In this podcast, we will be diving into the topic 'Decriminalisation of business laws in the state of Kerala'. Kerala, with a Gross State Domestic Product of 7.8 lakh crore, has shown promising growth potential. However, it currently ranks 15th in the Ease of Doing Business ranking within the country, indicating room for improvement in terms of business friendliness. Establishing a favorable legal environment is crucial for enhancing the ease of doing business. The presence of numerous laws gove...
Nov 30, 2023•27 min
To achieve the sustainability goals of the transport sector, it is necessary to promote the use of NMT. In this podcast, Mr Shrinivas Deshmukh, Co-founder & Director, Urban Research Foundation, talks about policy-level and implementation-level challenges in the integration of NMT with the public transport sector. Non-motorised transport systems have been proposed to be seamlessly integrated with public transport networks, serving as last-mile connectors, but the integration poses significant...
Aug 26, 2023•29 min
In this episode of Policy Beyond Politics, we delve into the Indian Space Policy and its implications for the booming space relations between India and the US. With India aiming to increase its share of the global space economy to more than 10% by 2030, we explore the recent milestones in the Indian space sector, including the successful launch of India's first private rocket. We also discuss the joint statement between India and the US, which highlights their intention to enhance Indo-US space ...
Aug 23, 2023•40 min
The involvement and participation of citizens and stakeholders in the sustainable urban mobility planning process is necessary in order to obtain public legitimacy and create a plan that satisfies the mobility needs of people. With the adoption of new Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), citizen participation methods have started to shift more towards online environments. Planning for a public transport system should revolve around a basic question of who constitutes the public - i....
Jul 27, 2023•35 min
The momentous NATO Summit held in Vilnius, Lithuania this year also known as the summit for implementation, resulted in a comprehensive 90-point joint communiqué. With a wealth of significant announcements, it is essential to analyze the major achievements as well as the unfulfilled promises of the Vilnius Summit, especially as NATO approaches its 75th anniversary in 2024. This podcast episode features Mr Sean Monaghan, Visiting Fellow, Centre for Strategic and International Studies and Ms Neeli...
Jul 25, 2023•29 min
Contracts are an essential tool for any Public Transport Authority. Countries across the globe have incorporated the private contractors into the Public Transport Ecosystem. However, contracting and tendering processes come with possible challenges and implications. In this podcast, Ms Stéphanie, Mobility and Urban Planning Consultant Ubiquity Consulting, Madrid, Spain and Lizbeth Jibi Godwin, Associate, Research at CPPR discuss the contracting and tendering in the public transport sector. The p...
Jul 21, 2023•37 min
India hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2023 virtually on the 4th of July, 2023, which brought together leaders from member countries such as China, Pakistan, Russia, and more. The primary focus of the meeting was to discuss key issues related to regional security, economic connectivity, and trade. India's hosting of the 2023 SCO Summit marks a significant milestone for the country. India's strategic interests within the SCO lie in promoting regional connectivity, particu...
Jul 10, 2023•25 min
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a four-day official trip to the United States on 23 June 2023. Apart from receiving an elaborate welcome ceremony and attending a state dinner, Modi was also granted the opportunity to deliver a speech to Congress for the second time during his tenure as Prime Minister. These significant occasions aimed to demonstrate the mutual dedication of both nations to fostering peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region, while also symbolizing the United ...
Jul 04, 2023•37 min
In today's fast-paced world of technological progress, Education Technology (EdTech) has gained widespread acceptance and holds immense potential for revolutionising both learning and teaching experiences. To explore how the school education system and teacher training programs can effectively utilise EdTech by identifying the challenges and experiences of educators, teachers, and parents, the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) conducted a comprehensive study titled, "Education Technology:...
Jun 30, 2023•44 min
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been re-elected and sworn in as the president of Turkey for the third time with a vote share of 52.14% against 47.86 % by Mr Kemal Kilicdaroglu. This extends President Erdogan’s 20-year regime up until 2028, into his third decade in power. High hopes were placed on the opposition leader Mr Kilichdarolu who had the potential to unify various political factions in an effort to unseat President Erdogan. This Podcast aims to explore the factors that have enabled Er...
Jun 16, 2023•33 min
Mahatma Gandhi once said, "The world has enough for everyone's need, but not enough for everyone's greed." Let's make a pledge to a greener future with clean mobility. As we mark World Environment Day, it's time to shift towards cleaner energy in mobility. Did you know that in India, transportation is responsible for 14% of all emissions, with road transport accounting for 90% of it? Our podcast delves into various facets of clean mobility and the transition to it, including crucial policy impli...
Jun 05, 2023•39 min
This is the episode 46 of #PolicyBeyondPolitics podcast on 'Smart Ports and Maritime Economy'. In this episode, Shilpa S, Associate -Research, CPPR is in conversation with Dr R P Pradhan, Professor, BITS Pilani, Goa. The International Seaport sector is gearing up with dynamic developments and concepts like Ocean Sustainability and Blue Economy is gaining increased relevance, with many countries adopting the Blue Economy framework. Along with these, there is a rising focus on Smart Port, Green Sh...
May 26, 2023•28 min
This episode is a continuation of Decoding the Polls episode recorded in April before the Karnataka elections dawned. The election has been called a celebration of the festival of democracy. The podcast discusses the Karnataka election results and its implication on the state, the two national parties, and the fall of the JDS party. It further discusses the changes in voting patterns and the caste equations. A pivotal focus of the episode lies in the critical examination of the election campaign...
May 18, 2023•40 min
Kochi's public transportation received a new boost with the introduction of the water Metro. The water metro aims for the development of an integrated water transport system for the city of Kochi. Can the Water Metro solve Kochi's mobility problems? The podcast discusses Kochi's public transportation and its challenges with a focus on the recently launched water Metro.
May 12, 2023•36 min
India and Japan have a long history of friendship and partnership of 1400 years and they continued to be the beneficiaries of partnership from the ancient alliance bolstered by the ideals of democracy, individual liberty, and the rule of the law. The podcast delves into crucial questions around geopolitical, geostrategic, and economic importance with respect to the India-Japan-Indo-Pacific nexus. In this podcast, Ms Anisree Suresh, Research Associate at CPPR, is in conversation with Prof M D Nal...
May 05, 2023•27 min
Women's economic opportunities are affected by entry level barriers to the tourism and hospitality sector, which is growing in popularity. The Periodic Labour Force Survey 2020-21 estimates the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) on a usual status basis for both males and females aged 15 and above at 73.5% and 31.4%, respectively. The hospitality sector must be gender inclusive for the nation's growth to be successful in a service-based economy. In this podcast, Ms Anu Maria Francis, Research Associat...
May 01, 2023•31 min
The podcast episode on Decoding the Polls: Karnataka Election 2023 discusses the political realities, strategies, and possibilities surrounding the upcoming state election. It deliberates on the challenges that lie ahead for the two national parties, the BJP, and the INC. It also touches upon the JD(S) and its past 'kingmaking' powers. Prof G Gopakumar discusses in depth the relevance of the Karnataka elections on the political landscape of India, the national parties and on General Elections 20...
Apr 25, 2023•31 min•Ep. 41
The podcast discusses the Indo - UK relations in the context of the Indo Pacific and the emerging great power competition in the region .The speaker discusses about the need to look beyond China and the Belt and Road Initiative to bring in regional frameworks that build on regional trade, technological competition, aid and more, which would depict a rise in middle powers within the world order playing a major role within the coming decade.
Apr 14, 2023•36 min
The podcast on "Opportunities for Srilanka and it's recovery" discusses the scope of Srilanka's economic recovery through partnership with the Bay of Bengal nations while also discussing the potential of tourism development through blue economy. The podcast also touches upon India - Srilanka relations through people to people connectivity.
Apr 03, 2023•22 min
At an age characterised by geopolitical flux and progressing elements of warfare, the case of the Chinese Surveillance balloons sheds light on the fragility of the relationship between Washington and Beijing. The surveillance balloons also echoes a political message from Beijing regarding its capabilities and progress on the international stage. This calls to attention possible future implications and efficacy of AI-powered balloons within foreign airspace. This Podcast will seek to address the ...
Mar 04, 2023•31 min
India’s G20 presidency offers a momentous opportunity for the nation to bolster its endeavors in addressing the growing challenges of food security for resilient and equitable food systems. In the context of the recent trends of burgeoning climate insecurities, prolonged global conflicts, rising food prices, and a growing global population, this podcast will examine India's priorities for food security and agriculture as the G20 president.
Feb 24, 2023•33 min•Ep. 37
This podcast discussion revolves around the future of India's renewable energy sector and the road map for green energy investment, while also briefly looking into India's strategic competition with other countries in rare earth metals.
Feb 10, 2023•10 min
This is Part 3 of #PolicyBeyondPolitics podcast on Visible Women, Invisible Equality . In this episode, Anu Maria Francis from CPPR is in conversation with M r Tom K Thomas on the practical challenges faced by employers in hiring women employees in factories. Mr Tom is the former director of Projects and R&D at Ceat Tyres Ltd. He has 45 years of experience in tyre industry. He played a key role in bringing out a policy for women employment in tyre factories of CEAT and was successful in stat...
Nov 21, 2022•21 min
In this Episode 34 of#PolicyBeyondPolitics podcast of the Centre for Public Policy Research, we discuss the topic " India, Sustainability and the G20". Sharon Susan Koshy , Associate Researcher at CPPR talks to Dr. Dhanasree Jayaram and Mr. Govinda Agarwal on the role India plays on the international front to promote sustainability and explore various initiatives the country has taken domestically in the direction. Dr. Dhanasree Jayaram is Assistant Professor at the Department of Geopolitics and...
Sep 09, 2022•38 min
This is Part 2 of #PolicyBeyondPolitics podcast on Visible Women, Invisible Equality . In this episode, Soumya Singh from CPPR is in conversation with Ms Mitali Nikore on the social and cultural barriers faced by women in getting employed in the manufacturing sector, especially in factories. Ms Mitali is an experienced Economist and Public Policy specialist with a demonstrated history of advising multilateral organisations (ADB, World Bank, United Nations) and private sector consulting firms (Pw...
Aug 26, 2022•32 min•Ep. 33
