Volume 13 | Issue 8 |

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The rapid advancement and adoption of online learning technologies have transformed educational landscapes globally. While the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) has been extensively used to understand users' acceptance of technology, its traditional focus on cognitive factors--perceived usefulness (PU) and perceived ease of use (PEOU)--limits its ability to fully capture the complex dynamics of digital learning environments. In particular, the emotional and social dimensions of online learning remain underexplored. This paper examines the critical role of socio-emotional perception (SEP) in influencing learners' acceptance and sustained use of online learning platforms. SEP encompasses learners' emotional engagement, sense of belonging, empathy, social presence, and perceived emotional support within digital classrooms. These factors directly affect not only learners' cognitive evaluations of a system's usefulness and ease but also their behavioral intention to adopt and continue using such technologies. The proposed framework theorizes that when learners experience a high level of social presence and emotional support, they are more likely to find online platforms useful, easy to use, and engaging. These socio-emotional factors serve to bridge the gap between technology design and user experience, suggesting that emotional and social affordances are as critical as technical functionality in influencing technology acceptance. Integrating SEP into the TAM framework provides a more holistic understanding of technology adoption in educational contexts. The paper proposes an extended TAM model where SEP acts as an external variable impacting PU, PEOU, and behavioral intention (BI). This theoretical contribution extends TAM by positioning socio-emotional perception as a core component in digital learning environments. It offers practical implications for instructional designers and platform developers seeking to enhance online learning adoption through socially and emotionally responsive design strategies.

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Technology Acceptance Model, Online learning, Social perception and Emotional perception

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Hearing loss is one of the most common congenital disabilities globally, affecting 2-3 per 1,000 live births in healthy neonates and up to 3-4 per 100 in high-risk infants. Early detection and intervention are critical to ensuring normal speech, language, and cognitive development. However, the success of newborn hearing screening and rehabilitation programs largely depends on the awareness and attitudes of mothers and pregnant women. This review aims to assess and synthesize current evidence regarding the knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women and mothers of newborns toward hearing loss, its risk factors, early screening, and rehabilitation strategies. A structured narrative review was conducted using databases including PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science. Studies published in English between January 2010 and June 2025 focusing on maternal knowledge and attitudes towards infant hearing loss were included. Only original research and review articles involving pregnant women or mothers with infants under one year were analyzed. Findings indicate that while the overall attitude towards newborn hearing screening is positive, substantial knowledge gaps exist, particularly regarding risk factors, the importance of early intervention, and understanding of congenital versus acquired hearing loss. High maternal education, urban residence, and regular antenatal care are associated with greater awareness and compliance. Conversely, socio-cultural beliefs, low socioeconomic status, and rural residence are linked to reduced awareness and follow-up. Mothers show strong willingness to participate in screening but may face barriers such as stigma, misinformation, and financial constraints. There is an urgent need for targeted educational interventions during antenatal and postnatal care to bridge existing knowledge gaps and support informed decision-making. Enhancing maternal awareness and addressing socioeconomic and cultural barriers are very much essential for the success of early hearing detection and rehabilitation programs.

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Hearing loss, Newborn hearing screening, Maternal knowledge, Pregnant women, Mothers of newborns

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Vehicle safety system; LED indicators; Arduino Uno; Distance measurement; Real-time feedback; Turn indication; Time-of-flight sensor

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Computer vision has rapidly progressed with the integration of deep learning techniques, particularly in the area of image transformation and stylization. This project, titled "Cartooning an Image Using Deep Learning", is aimed at transforming real-world images into high-quality cartoon-style visuals using the Lykon/dreamshaper-8 model powered by the Stable Diffusion framework. Leveraging the capabilities of deep generative models, the project uses the StableDiffusionImg2ImgPipeline with the Euler Discrete Scheduler to translate input images into a stylized cartoon format

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Index Terms - Cartoonization, Image-to-Image Translation, Deep Learning, Stable Diffusion, Style Transfer, Generative Models, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Lykon Dream Shaper Model

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Louka and Abigail Williams, the daring women of modernist plays, rise from their servile positions to knock down patriarchy. Louka, the self-dignified maid of the Petkoff mansion in Shaw's Arms and the Man, scoffs at the servile attitudes she is expected of. If Bluntschli is the mouthpiece of Shaw then the dramatist makes Louka his weapon to crush the blisters in the society that have blinded people since time immemorial. On the other hand, set in the solemn Salem in the sixteenth century, Arthur Miller's The Crucible, presents Abigail Williams, the pretty and vengeful seventeen year old who strives to win her lost reputation back. Though Abigail has gained her place ever since as the one who have garnered criticism, it is striking for a teenager to toss the glaring reproach of society and throw her heart out to the man she loves. Both Sergius Saranoff, the devotee of higher love and the already married John Proctor, the soi-disant responsible husband, are devalued the moment their admirers attempt the insurmountable. This leaves the chivalrous men with a momentary lapsed phase, standing numb. The existence of both the men are marred by the rebellious personas of their female counterparts. The repeated cries and outbursts they receive from the damsels actually shake the inert minds of the men making them realise that they harbor a soft corner for the girls. Yet the societal wall bars them from expressing their love. For Louka, it costs her a tight grab that earns a bruise whereas Abigail is threatened and labelled a whore. It is the lack of education which prevents the ladies from being aware of class distinction. This helps them take the deceitful means to blatant truth rather than the more civilised ways of concealment and reserve, the traits women were expected of. The present paper attempts to compare both Louka and Abigail Williams as women who step beyond their class and gender constrictions to achieve what is rightfully their own as femme fatales.

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patriarchy, society, femme fatales, class, gender

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The present research focuses on the formulation and evaluation of an herbal cream incorporating Moringa oleifera leaf extract, known for its rich antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Moringa oleifera, often referred to as the "miracle tree," contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenolics that are beneficial for skin health. The extract was obtained using alcoholic extraction, and a cream base was formulated using suitable emulsifiers and stabilizers. Various concentrations of the Moringa extract were incorporated to determine the most effective formulation. The cream was evaluated for physicochemical properties including pH, viscosity, spreadability, stability, and skin irritation potential. The optimized formulation demonstrated good stability, non-irritant properties, and significant antioxidant and antimicrobial effects. This study supports the potential of Moringa oleifera as a natural, effective, and safe ingredient in herbal cosmetic formulations aimed at improving skin health.

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Moringa olieofera, antioxidant, herbal cream, phytochemicals, anti-aging, herbal skincare.

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Dragon fruit (Hylocereus spp.), a tropical and subtropical fruit belonging to the Cactaceae family, has gained significant attention due to its rich nutritional profile and various therapeutic properties. This review highlights its taxonomy, morphology, origin, distribution, and chemical composition. Dragon fruit is a valuable source of essential nutrients including vitamins (notably vitamin C, B-complex), minerals (calcium, iron, phosphorus), amino acids, organic acids, and dietary fiber. Its pulp and peel contain beneficial phytochemicals such as flavonoids, polyphenols, betacyanins, and antioxidants, which contribute to its therapeutic effects. The fruit exhibits several pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-cancer, anti-Parkinson's, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, laxative, anti-obesity, and wound-healing effects. It has also been reported to aid in cholesterol regulation, digestive health, and immune system enhancement. The seeds and skin are rich in essential fatty acids like linoleic, oleic, and palmitic acids, which further add to its health benefits. Due to these attributes, dragon fruit holds significant promise as a functional food and nutraceutical agent in modern health management. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the nutritional and therapeutic significance of Hylocereus spp. based on recent scientific findings.

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Dragon Fruit, Nutritional Value, Therapeutic Activity, Vitamins and Minerals, Amino Acids, Antimicrobial Activity, Anti-cancer Properties, Anti-Parkinson's Activity.

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Grahani roga is one among the Mahagada as stated by Aacharya Sushruta. The root cause of every Vyadhi is Mandagni as said by Aacharya Vagbhatta. Any deformity in the Agni or Agni Dosha results in diseases affected by Grahani which are called Grahani dosha, Grahani Roga, or Grahani Dushti. "Roga Sarve Api Mandagni" in the Samprapti of Grahani Roga there is involvement of Samana Vayu, Aapana Vayu, Kledaka Kapha, Pachaka Pitta. These vitiated factors affect to the process of digestion that is Jathragni Dushti. Jathargni Dushti leads to formation Of Aama. Aama is also said as Visha or toxin for whole body and responsible for various diseases in association with Grahani.

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AN AYURVEDIC REVIEW OF GRAHANI ROGA

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Abstract: Toni Morrison's Beloved asks that question: what does freedom look like when its possibilities are behind closed doors, on neglected porches, shrouded in moonlit hallways? The book, which takes place after the American Civil War, explores the hard and long-lasting emotional scar that slavery causes -- not only on the body but also the mind and spirit. Instead of portraying slavery as an issue of physical violence, Morrison shows its effect on the human psyche, its rupture of kinship and its deformation of the sense of self. Sethe's history as an enslaved woman of Sweet Home is a horrific past that lingers with her, in freedom. So she determined to shield her children from the horrors of returning to a life of slavery that she does the unthinkable, she kills her own daughter. "The madness will not be in his, Ahab's, but in the system." This is not madness but a system that is not so much cruel as makes death a better option than continued slavery. In doing so, Morrison demonstrates how slavery works to disable a person's ability to trust, love, and decide. A spirit of Sethe's dead daughter, who returns as the enigmatic figure Beloved, represents imprisoned trauma and unhealed anguish. The return of Beloved makes Sethe remember (in defiance of her best attempts to forget) her past, showing how violence and abuse and oppression and slavery continue to live inside the heads of the freed. By cantering the story on the interior lives of former enslaved people, Morrison speaks their suffering and perseverance, and reminds us that the end of slavery was not the end of its long reach. Beloved appears as a testament to the enduring psychological wounds left by an inhumane system. Key Words: Psychological, emotional, trauma, madness, mysterious.

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Key Words: Psychological, emotional, trauma, madness, mysterious.

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In a rapidly evolving democracy like India, the effectiveness of political leadership is central to national progress. While the Constitution of India grants broad eligibility for political office, including minimal restrictions on education and background, increasing public concern over criminalization, dynastic politics, and lack of administrative knowledge among leaders necessitates a re-evaluation. This paper examines the current eligibility framework, contrasts it with global practices, and argues for a paradigm shift that prioritizes capability, integrity, and public accountability in Indian politics.

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Indian Constitution, Eligibility Criteria, Political Reform, Electoral Democracy, Criminalization of Politics, Public Ethics, Capability-Based Leadership.

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