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Despite the high mortality and financial burden associated with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Nigeria, gaps still exist on the epidemiology and management of this non-communicable disease in the country. This study sought to estimate the prevalence of CKD and its distribution in Nigeria using a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of community-based studies that were conducted across the six geopolitical zones of the country. The study employed global best standards and practices in conducting systematic review and meta-analysis. This involved drafting and registration of the work into PROSPERO which was which was reviewed and assigned the registration number: CRD42023441374; adherence to acceptable research philosophies, and use of the PRISMA Framework for identification, screening and selection of quality studies included in the review. The PECO question was raised to guide the study and search for key words while Zotero software was used to manage information that was transferred to Excel sheet (data extraction) before data analysis was done with Medcal Software version 20.009. A total of ten (10) studies that meet the inclusion criteria set in the protocol were used for the meta-regression. Seven thousand and ten (7,010) individuals formed the sample size for the study from the 10 selected articles across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. Test for heterogeneity was conducted using the Cochrane's Q while test for publication bias was conducted using the Begg's test. Result showed that there was significant heterogeneity among the studies across the six geopolitical zones of the nation (P = 0.0001) despite low publication bias noted among the studies (P = 0.8510). This informed the use of the random effect model for the estimation of the pooled prevalence of CKD in Nigeria. The prevalence of CKD in Nigeria was found to be 15.432% (95% CI: 12.291% to 18.860%) which translates to 17,811,828 (95% CI: 14,186,442 to 21,768,473) Nigerians living with the condition. There is therefore an urgent need to scale up public health efforts such as health education and awareness creation against risk factors of the disease, health system strengthening, and innovations needed to manage the high burden of CKD in Nigeria.

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Chronic Kidney Disease, Pooled Prevalence, Systematic Review and Meta-analysis, Nigeria, Health Systems Strengthening

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This case report presents the dental management of a 21-year-old female patient with Down syndrome, who presented with chronic pain in the upper front region of the jaw. The patient had delayed developmental milestones and exhibited physical characteristics associated with Down syndrome. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she had been unable to receive previous dental treatment at a trust-associated dental clinic. The patient was referred to the M.A.R.D.C Pune for further dental evaluation and treatment. Clinical and radiographic examinations revealed over-retained primary maxillary canine and chronic irreversible pulpitis in multiple teeth. This case report highlights the challenges and considerations in providing dental care for individuals with Down syndrome and emphasizes the importance of early intervention and regular dental visits for this population.

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Down syndrome, dental treatment, over-retained primary canine, chronic pulpitis.

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Plant-derived essential oils find widespread applications in the realm of medicine, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Essential oils, which have a liquid extracts obtained from fragrant plants are extensively utilized across various industries due to their versatile applications. Different techniques are employed to extract essential oils, each of which has its own benefits and yields information about the chemical and biological characteristics of the oils that are extracted. Due to their ability to lower stress, increase relaxation, elevate mood, and treat a variety of medical issues, essential oils are frequently used in aromatherapy. It delves deeply into the chemical complexity of essential oils, which are made up of a wide range of constituents like phenols, aldehydes, ketones, and terpenes. The review highlights the role of these compounds in not only imparting unique aromas but also in conferring These extracts possess therapeutic attributes like antibacterial, anti-swelling, pain killer effects. Moreover, safety considerations surrounding the utilization of essential oils are addressed, emphasizing the importance of proper dilution, adherence to recommended guidelines, and awareness of potential adverse reactions. Understanding these safety measures ensures their responsible and effective utilization.

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Keywords: Essential oil, aromatherapy, quality aspect, formulation.

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The current case study is relating how a company focus on its financing strategies in order to find the pavement to survive in the market for a longer period by reducing the cost of capital and increasing in the profitability. The present study focuses on Electric Vehicle Market and rapid growth and technology is occupying the auto sector around the globe.

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Tesla, Electric Vehicles, market capitalization.

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These notes on the Pawara Tribes are the part of ethnographical research study, sponsored by Tribal Research and Training Institute Pune under Ministry of Tribal Affairs for documenting the healing practices of the tribes. It is a monograph on Pawara tribes, residing in the Satpuda ranges of Khandesh region with special reference to Jalgaon district in Maharashtra state. The social and cultural characteristics of Pawara tribe are documented in this paper e.g. hierarchy of subgroups in the same tribe and ecological coexistence of tribes in the forms of festivals and celebrations etc are explored in the study.

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Pawara, Khandesh, Social System, Social Sanctions, Culture

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A pre experimental study with one group pre and post test design was adopted for the study. Then using simple random sampling technique-lottery method 400 adolescent girls were selected from five govt high schools who met inclusion criteria. The overall pretest mean knowledge scores was 24.24 with SD of 2.98 and the post test mean knowledge scores was 38.09 with SD of 2.37. The obtained paired "t" test value was 72.44 which shows statistical significance at p<0.05%.

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Knowledge about management of menstrual disorders and nutritional anemia and Planned teaching Programme.

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The Text File Translator is a software application designed to facilitate the translation of text from one language to another. It provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to load a text file containing the source text and select the target language for translation. The application utilizes advanced machine learning algorithms and natural language processing techniques to accurately translate the text while preserving its meaning and context .The objective of this project is to translate small and large amount of information very easily. The input information which is to be translated to desired language is taken in the form of text file and the expected output will be in the form of translated text file. For one line translation, we can directly give input text and get the output text which is translated to desired language. But for text file translation, input is given in the form of text file and we expect the translated text file as output. We use 'googletrans ' python library that implemented Google Translate API in this project. By using this language translator any text and text file can be translated to any desired language. The language translator's job is to take content from one language and put it into another. It builds bridges between cultures. Language translation makes possible getting all information we need in our native language. Translation creates a sensation of global integration. It is done efficiently using language translator. We can say language translator is the task of automatically converting one natural language into another, preserving the meaning of the input text, and producing fluent text in the output language. It is mainly used for text and text file translation in real-time. The Text File Translator supports a wide range of languages and offers various translation options, including automatic translation, manual editing, and language-specific customization. Its intuitive user interface makes it easy for users to navigate through the translation process, providing suggestions and correction tools to enhance the accuracy of the translations. Overall, the Text File Translator is a powerful tool that streamlines the translation process, empowering users to efficiently and accurately translate text files across different languages.

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Google Trans,Google Translate API,Python, Text Files

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The project's objective is to develop a tool for predicting traffic data accurately and promptly. This encompasses various factors such as trains, accidents, races, and road maintenance that can impact road traffic, potentially causing disruptions. By providing highly accurate predictions in advance for these scenarios and other daily situations affecting traffic, the tool aims to empower drivers and passengers to make informed decisions. Furthermore, this predictive capability is envisioned to contribute to the advancement of autonomous vehicles. As the volume of car data has surged in recent years, there is a transition toward leveraging car data. Although existing traffic prediction methods employ various models, they still face challenges in addressing real-world applications effectively. This challenge underscores the need to investigate traffic issues using advanced data and models. Given the substantial volume of available traffic data, the project proposes the use of machine learning, genetic algorithms, soft computing, and deep learning algorithms to analyze transportation big data with minimal reductions. Additionally, the project incorporates image processing algorithms in the driver recognition process, ultimately enhancing the training of autonomous vehicles.

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Traffic Disruptions, Image Processing, Road Network Analysis, Traffic Pattern Analysis.

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Employee satisfaction describes how happy an employee is with his or her employment. The happier people are at work, the more pleased they are reported to be. There are many factors that influence satisfaction include management style and culture, employee involvement, empowerment, and autonomous work position and employee welfare measures. The present study mainly focuses to understand and analyze employee welfare facilities provided to employees working in showrooms of automobile sector, Ballari city.

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employee satisfaction, employment, welfare facilities, automobile sector

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This paper explores the complex terrain of India's nuclear decision-making, drawing from an extensive body of literature that emphasizes the ad hoc nature of India's nuclear choices. The nation's nuclear program, evolving gradually, initially aimed at economic development, playing a crucial role in India's technological advancement. The perceived threats from nuclear-armed China and Pakistan's covert activities significantly influenced India's nuclear trajectory. In the late 1990s, India chose to keep its nuclear option open, refraining from signing the NPT and CTBT due to perceived discrimination. The turning point came in 1998 when India conducted nuclear tests, marking a departure from its earlier developmental focus and signalling a strategic evolution shaped by a hostile security environment and the pursuit of a distinct nuclear identity. This transformation positioned India as a global player, shifting from a regional actor and challenging its traditional role as a nonproliferation target. Diplomatically, India's acknowledgment as a nuclear-armed state in the Indo-US nuclear deal of 2008 underscored its responsible nuclear posture, a stark contrast to nations like Pakistan, Iran, and North Korea labelled as 'rogue states.' India's strategic restraint and commitment to non-proliferation norms contribute to its unique standing as a responsible nuclear power in the global context.

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India, Foreign Policy, Nuclear Policy, Diplomacy, China, Pakistan.

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Government and non-government organizations (NGOs) jointly shape societal structures and facilitate sustainable development. Governments, as regulatory and administrative entities, enforce laws, maintain public order, and deliver essential services. Their responsibilities extend to policy formulation, economic management, and creating a conducive environment for citizen well-being. In tandem, NGOs, driven by social, environmental, or humanitarian goals, independently address gaps in public services, champion specific causes, and advocate for marginalized communities. Their agility allows for swift responses to emerging issues, offering flexible solutions beyond government capacities. Collaboration between the two is vital for a comprehensive approach to societal challenges. This synergy is evident in development projects, disaster response, and social welfare initiatives. Governments provide the framework, resources, and legislative support, while NGOs contribute grassroots insights, innovation, and community engagement. Effective governance hinges on the harmonious interplay between government authority and the adaptive, grassroots approach of NGOs. Together, they strive for a more equitable, resilient, and just society. Recognizing and fostering this collaboration is paramount for achieving holistic and sustainable development in our ever-evolving global landscape.

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Governance, Collaboration, Sustainable Development, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) and Societal Resilience.

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This study is related to performance of one private sector bank, HDFC and one public sector bank, Bank of India in India. This study has applied principal component analysis to identify the related component based on the performance of these banks. The period of the study taken for the research was between 2014 to 2023.The study used principal component analysis using 13variables to evaluate the components and soundness of the bank. The study reveals that Bank of India and HDFC variables have grouped into three major components (income ratio, profitability ratio and expenses ratio) and each bank variables in these components varies accordingly.

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Principal Component Analysis (PCA). HDFC Bank, Bank of India. Eigen values, Rotated Components

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If suffering and unhappiness are the greatest fears in life, then surely happiness will be the goal for humanity to seek. But what brings happiness, material or spiritual, and what is the true happiness we seek? Since then, happiness has become one of the most sought-after topics in human society. The Buddha, who found the way of enlightenment, during his 45 years of transformation was no more than the work of relieving human suffering. In Buddhism, the attainment of happiness is not only material satisfaction but also involves the release of suffering and the awakening of the mind. In the Sutta Pitaka, the collection of the Buddha's teachings, the Buddha outlined many ways to practice and criteria for assessing happiness through their implementation. This research paper discusses the Buddha's perspective on happiness and its attainment as depicted in the Sutta Pitaka.

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Evaluation criteria, happiness, Sutta Pitaka, Buddhism, the Noble Eightfold Path, Middle Path

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An employee in the banking sector works to fulfill the needs of his family. Many hours, days, and years of his life are spent at work. His workplace and conditions are a concern for his family and mental health. It also has a wide range of working conditions and product sizes. If the work condition is favourable, the worker will perform mental labor and it will have a good effect. On the contrary, working conditions can have a bad effect on the productive mentality and health of the employees. Not only does it affect the efficiency of employees, but it also has a positive relationship with labor wages, migrant labor, and labor relations in the banking sector. In Indian banks, job descriptions are yet to be elaborated to include individual positions within a branch or branch department. and control offices. Job profile and job requirements are not defined." improving productivity and performance culture; Creating talent management practices; Creating succession for key critical and leadership positions; develop ownership, accountability, professionalization and organizational mechanisms for sustainable human capital management; Transformation of HR function from legacy driven HR to developmental HR, etc.

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Banking sector, Employees, working conditions

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The NVDA open-source applications we have experienced as very useful aids for the integration of people suffering from visual impairments, from hypotension to actual blindness. The application is based on speech synthesis and has been experienced by disabled Academic Staff and students. The second experience is oriented to Library Patrons with low residual vision, and it provides their educators and parents with easy-to-use tools for image manipulation, specially designed for exploiting residual visual abilities.

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NVDA, Nonvisual Desktop Access, windows, operating system, Libraries, Screen Reading Software

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Shorea tumbuggaia is an endemic endangered medicinal important plant species of Dipterocarpaceae family. In general, seed is the most common form of propagation for afforestation in which breeding stock is usually retained. The fruits are winged and mature with 20-30 days. The seeds lack Dormancy, some seeds germinate before falling from the tree and some seed germinate as soon as they fallen from trees. The percentage of germination is high but seedling production is very less of 0.01%. Now this tree facing high risk of extinction in wild due to ecological conditions. Invitro propagation is one of the best alternative method to conserve this plant to some extent. A high rate of success in percentage of germination was obtained by placing healthy seeds on MS medium supplemented with 2 mg/I BAP. The combination of (0.5mg/I) NAA or IAA is more effective in bringing quick germination. Shoot production was greatest in cotyledonary nodal explants on modified MS medium with BAP 5mg/l+ 0.5 mg NAA and the shoots were successfully rooted. There is an urgent need to protect this endemic plant by both Invivo and Invitro methods.

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Seed phenology-KN - Kinetin, BAP - N6 - Benzyl Aminopurine ; IAA - Indole 3 - acetic acid; IBA - Indole butyric acid; NAA - 1 - Napthalene acetic acid.

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The present study examined the socio-economic status of salaried women in the Meerut district of Uttar Pradesh. with the increasing development, the status of women in India has also changed. Today, besides their household duties their contribution to the workforce has increased. this study focuses on the socioeconomic status of salaried women in Meerut district. Salaried women faced many problems and opportunities in their lives. 100 salaried women respondents were selected for the study. This study concluded that salaried women faced different kinds of problems and opportunities in their lives.

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Keywords: Socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents, salaried women, problems and opportunities

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The framework of corporate reporting has undergone a sea change in the recent past due to change the continuous regulatory pressure and stakeholders' pressures. The corporates have started focusing on the sustainable development principles into their business. The corporates have started publishing their initiative towards the environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles. In this study, we reviewed the ESG reporting different aspects in the corporate reporting. The review paper focuses mainly on the four main aspects of ESG literature i.e. ESG and firm performance. The review focused mainly on the peer reviewed articles published since 2008. The finding presents the lack of research in emerging countries. The literature mainly focused on the relationship between the ESG disclosure and firm performance. The literature also provides the non-uniformity in the results in the relationship between the ESG disclosure and firm performance. The literature review presents a scope of research in emerging countries like India. The implications of this study are stakeholder, future researchers in understanding the literature in sustainable finance.

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ESG, Firm Performance, Corporate Governance

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As the global economic dynamics continue to evolve, this analysis delves into the key factors shaping the future of India's exports and the potential impact on the nation's economy. The study examines the current state of India's foreign trade, considering various aspects such as policy frameworks, geopolitical influences, technological advancements, and global market dynamics. It further explores the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Indian exporters, taking into account the lessons learned from recent trade patterns and disruptions. One critical aspect of the analysis is the role of emerging markets and strategic partnerships in shaping India's export landscape. The study evaluates the impact of regional trade agreements, bilateral collaborations, and multilateral engagements on the diversification and growth of India's export portfolio. Technological advancements, particularly in the realms of digitalization, automation, and artificial intelligence, are integral to the future of foreign trade. This abstract assesses the role of technology in optimizing supply chains, enhancing logistics, and facilitating e-commerce, thereby influencing the competitiveness of Indian exports on the global stage. Furthermore, the study considers the environmental and sustainability dimensions of foreign trade. It explores how India can align its export strategies with evolving global expectations related to environmental responsibility and sustainable development.

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Keywords: bilateral collaborations, sustainability, partnerships, geopolitical influences

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