Volume 12 | Issue 3

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The mental health landscape in Jharkhand, an eastern Indian state, presents a complex scenario for its diverse tribal population. The high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders is exacerbated by societal stigma, witch-hunting, violence against women, and geographical isolation. Substance abuse further complicates the situation. While government initiatives aim to bridge healthcare inequities, they often fall short. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) emerge as critical players, tailoring interventions to specific needs and addressing cultural nuances. They promote community engagement, challenge stigma through awareness campaigns, and deliver services directly to remote areas. Their holistic approaches address socioeconomic factors contributing to mental health challenges. This paper looks into the prevalence of mental health problems in Jharkhand, considers the effects of societal issues, and emphasizes the crucial role that NGOs like Ekjut, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra, and the Ram Krishna Mission have played in transforming access to mental healthcare and enhancing the lives of tribal communities. This study highlights the urgent need for improved mental health services tailored to the particular difficulties that tribal communities in Jharkhand face. NGOs play a pivotal role in bridging gaps in mental healthcare provision and addressing the multifaceted issues affecting mental well-being in these populations.

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Mental health, Tribal communities, Witch-hunting, Substance abuse, Community engagement, Anxiety

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'A Burning' is a riveting novel. It is interlaced with three unforgettable characters Jivan, PT sir and Lovely. Jivan is a slum area girl who is accused of executing a terrorist attack on a train because of her thoughtless comment on Facebook. PT sir is a gym teacher who is discontent with his life and hitches his life for a right-wing political party and finds his own upswing is linked to Jivan's fall. Lovely, a hijra is fervent to become a successful actress. Though she has the capability to set Jivan free, it costs everything that she holds dear. This novel is a story of the powerless who face frightful obstacles yet try to crack their big dreams in a country spinning towards extremism.

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Poverty, Injustice, Oppression, Inequality, Exploitation

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Abstract The present study aimed at exploring the Hemisphere Dominance among B.Ed. Teacher Trainees. It is to understand to what hemisphere B.Ed. teacher trainees prefers to use while learning and thinking. It is important to understand the brain preferences among teacher trainees to develop ability to use whole brain for information processing in them. It was found that majority of teacher trainees had dominance of integrated hemisphericity, average number of teacher trainees showed right hemisphere dominance where as a fewer teacher trainees showed dominance of left hemisphere. It was identified that B.Ed. teacher trainees do not differ significantly in their preference of hemisphere dominance on the basis of gender. Both boys and girls were found to demonstrate an average level of right hemisphericity, a low level of left hemisphericity and a high level of integrated hemisphericity. It is concluded that B.Ed. teacher trainees irrespective of their gender had wider exploration to content and skills. They had creativity and innovation in their learning and thinking.

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Keywords: Hemisphere Dominance, Left Hemisphericity, Right Hemisphericity, Integrated Hemisphericity, Learning and Thinking.

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Keywords: Soil collection, Soil analysis, Fungal Diversity, Sugarcane field, Paddy field, banana field, isolation of soil flora, Anti-diabetic activity

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In an era of shifting consumer behaviours and evolving preferences, the sharing economy has undeniably revolutionized how we access and utilize goods and services. This abstract introduces "Rent-tech," a forward-thinking web application that is poised to redefine the rental landscape by seamlessly connecting individuals with the products they need within their immediate locality. Embracing the principles of community renting, Rent-tech prioritizes accessibility, affordability, and flexibility, ushering in a new era of neighbourly cooperation and sustainable consumption.

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Rent-tech, Community renting, Hyper-localized, Affordability, Short-term rentals, Sharing economy, Environmental footprint, Neighbourhood interactions, User-friendly, Trust and safety, Product catalogue, Local connections, Dynamic needs, Sustainability.

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UTILIZATION OF RECYCLED COARSE AGGREGATES (RCA) FOR DEVELOPMENT OF CONCRETE: REVIEW

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Recycled Coarse Aggregates (RCA), Concrete, Mix Design M20

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The present study has been conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of blended learning with respect to attainment of course outcomes in B.Ed. Program. The purpose of this study is to examine an effectiveness of blended learning for outcome program learning. Specifically, this study examines whether blended learning is as effective instructional tool as conventional Learning in teaching learning process. This Quasi -experimental study compared the performance of two groups of students, one using the blended learning and other using the conventional Learning for attainment of course outcomes in B.Ed. Program. The students were compared on the basis of their skills .The achievement scores were measured, after the pre and the post-treatment. The study shows that blended learning is more effective for attainment of understanding, developing and analyzing level of course outcome then conventional Learning but not effective for creating and evaluating level of course outcomes. These findings indicate that blended learning have significant effective on basic level of attainment of course outcomes in B.Ed. Program.

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India's G-20 (the group of 20 nations) presidency offers the opportunity for us to set the agenda for the next phase of development. Women-20 (W20) is an official engagement group under the G-20 which focuses on actualizing vision of "Women-Led Development" in order to create a world of equality and equity. The new India envisions women as equal partners in the sustainable development of the country which is possible only when there is gender inclusiveness in all spheres of public and political life. The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets women's effective participation and opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision making, promotes gender inclusive public administration and institutions. In the light of above discussion this research paper is an attempt to find out how gender inclusive Indian Public Administration is? Further the paper suggest ways, W20 can adopt to prioritize the collection of gender-disaggregated data for developing targeted interventions and monitoring progress towards gender equality. Also how W20 will play a crucial role in advancing the SDG target of an inclusive administration that is sensitive towards women-led growth of the country.

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Women-20 (W20), Gender-Inclusive, Women-Led Development, Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), Indian Public Administration

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The cloud resources are accessible to cloud users over the internet to accomplish the desired requirements in the fields of finance, education, internet business, and nearly all organizations. Enhancing the effectiveness and performance of a cloud environment requires job scheduling to optimize resource allocation and utilization.. The job scheduling issue mainly focuses on the best or optimal solution for mapping of jobs to the virtual machines to minimize the total processing time of jobs. This paper presents a novel approach for enhancing job scheduling in cloud computing through the Atomic Orbital Search (AOS) algorithm. The Atomic Orbital Search (AOS) is a metaheuristic algorithm which draws inspiration from the principles of atomic orbitals in quantum mechanics, improves scheduling possibilities of jobs to the virtual machines efficiently enabling faster and more optimal scheduling leading to improved resource allocation, reduced time complexity and enhanced overall system performance.

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Cloud, Job Scheduling, AOS, Metaheuristic, Quantum Mechanics, Resource Allocation.

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Education is considered as an index of human development and as the instrument of social change. National Education Policy -2020 is the first policy of the 21st century which proposes the revision revamping of all aspects of the education structure including the regulation and governance, to create a new system that is aligned the aspirational goals of 21st century education including SDG4, while building upon India's traditions and value system. This article concerned fundamental principles of National Education Policy-2020 and its perspectives regarding teacher education.

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Principles of National Education Policy-2020 and Perspectives of Teacher Education

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The banking system has evolved drastically over time, moving from the old brick-and-mortar model where clients waited in line for services to the current one where banks are always accessible. The banking app changes traditional banking into a contemporary, effective, and safe experience, from checking your account balance to completing simple transactions. The objectives of the study were to know the usage of the banking app over the UPI app and to know the satisfaction among users regarding the usage of the Banking app. The study employed percentage analysis with a sample size of 52 participants. It was found that there are more UPI users than bank app users, the UPI app is more user-friendly than the banking app, and the UPI app is rated at 5, whereas the banking app is rated at 3.

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Banking App, UPI App, Scan & Pay.

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ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION:Mucins are high molecular weight glycoproteins that are synthesized, stored and secreted by the epithelial mucosal cells of GIT. The gastric mucosa can be divided into three histological areas like superficial, neck and deep zones. The superficial zone composed of single layer of mucin secreting columnar cells. The neck zone, largely of immature stem cells mixed with some mucous neck cells. The deep zone is composed of glands, the bases of which lie close to or in muscularis mucosae. Mucins are classified into neutral and acidic mucins; the latter include sulpho and sialomucins. In the GIT, both neutral and acidic mucin are present at specific locations and their production is increased or reversed in various diseases and malignancies of GIT. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF STUDY:The main aims of this study was, 1. To study the pattern of Mucin staining in gastric biopsies and resected specimens. 2. To find out the difference in Mucin distribution in Benign and Malignant lesions of stomach. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The specific procedures which were used to identify mucin distribution and pattern in Normal and Malignant Stomach include following steps.. ? FIXATION, ? GROSSING, ? TISSUE PROCESSING, ? EMBEDDING, ? SECTION CUTTING and ? STAINING. RESULTS:A total of 45 cases were enrolled during the entire study period. The specimen received included gastric biopsies (30 cases) and gastrectomies ( 15). The diagnosis made in our study was chronic gastritis ((51.11%), Adenocarcinomas(40%) and hyperplastic polyps (8.89%). All the 45 cases were PAS positive. Out of 45 cases, 24 cases showed weak or variable staining for combined Alcian Blue-PAS (+/-). 19 cases showed moderate staining for combined Alcian Blue-PAS (++), and 2 cases revealed Strong staining reaction for combined Alcian Blue -PAS stain. Out of 45 cases, 35 case were weakly or variably stained for Alcian Blue reaction(+/-).8 were moderate stained for Alcian Blue(++), and only 2 showed strong staining reaction for Alcian Blue(+++).The total no. of Adenocarcinoma cases were 18(40%), all of these cases were positive (+++) for PAS stain. The 23(51.11%) cases of gastritis were also positive for PAS stain (+++) as were the cases of hyperplastic polyp 4(8.89%). CONCLUSION: In the current study we concluded that mucin stains play an important role in the diagonosis of various benign and malignant lesions of the stomach.The pattern of mucin stains done with PAS, PAS with Diastase, Alcian Blue and Combined PAS- Alcian Blue were helpful in diagonosis and categorisation of various lesions. These stains added beneficially to the histopathological findings on routine H and E stains,besides being easy to perform and cost- effective. KEY WORDS: mucins, staining, gastritis, adenocarcinoma.

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mucins, staining, gastritis, adenocarcinoma.

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The widespread concept of nickel hydride in the Ni-H system is discussed based on the first-principle atomic calculations and experimental X-ray diffraction data. The total cohesion energy in Ni-H solid solution has been determined using the density functional theory and program package Wien2k. Its dependence on hydrogen concentration is shown to be linear, which suggests the absence of any energy barrier for precipitation reaction. Moreover, the second derivative of the calculated solution enthalpy is negative within the hydrogen-to-nickel ratios, H/Ni, of 0.03 to 0.75, which is a sign of spinodal decomposition. These hydrogen concentrations are consistent with the measurements of X-ray diffraction, of which results are usually interpreted in terms of Ni hydride. The density of electron states has been calculated, and its non-monotonous concentration dependence correlates with that of solution enthalpy, as also expected for spinodal decomposition. The obtained results are interpreted as miscibility gap in the Ni-H system with spinodal decomposition having the electron origin. Finally, the "hydrides" in d-metals are discussed in terms of two Gibb's types of precipitation reactions.

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Nickel; Hydrogen; Ab initio calculations; Spinodal decomposition; Hydride

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In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, characterized by technological advancements, globalization, and dynamic economic shifts, the imperative for skill development has become more pronounced than ever before. This abstract explores the significance of aligning skill development initiatives with the current needs of the hour, focusing on the multifaceted dimensions of education, workforce, and societal demands. The modern era is witnessing unprecedented transformations across industries, with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, and data analytics reshaping job requirements. As a result, the skill sets demanded by the job market are continually evolving, emphasizing the need for individuals to acquire adaptable and future-proof skills. Educational institutions and training programs must reorient their curricula to incorporate a blend of technical competencies, critical thinking, and soft skills to prepare individuals for the diverse challenges of the contemporary workforce. Furthermore, globalization has interconnected economies and workforces, necessitating a set of skills that transcends geographical boundaries. Cross-cultural communication, global awareness, and proficiency in virtual collaboration have become integral components of skill development to foster a globally competent workforce. The ability to navigate diverse cultural contexts is crucial for individuals to thrive in an interconnected world and contribute meaningfully to their respective fields. The societal landscape is also undergoing significant changes, with an increasing emphasis on sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical considerations. Skill development initiatives must incorporate values such as environmental consciousness, social equity, and ethical decision-making to address the broader needs of society. A holistic approach to skill development involves not only technical proficiency but also a commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

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Key aspects of skill development, significant importance of skill development initiatives aligning with current needs of hour and ways to facilitate skill development

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Cord blood is usually discarded with the placenta and umbilical cord. Unique multi potent stem cells have been discovered in the placenta. These cells offer a renewable source of replacement cells to treat a multiple of diseases. The main objectives of the study are to assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module regarding importance of cord blood among staff nurses. Methods and materials Quantitative research approach with one group pre -test post -test design was used to find out the knowledge on importance of cord blood among staff nurses. The study was conducted among 40 staff nurses of IGM hospital, Agartala, Tripura. Sample was selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. Semi Structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of staff Nurses regarding importance of cord blood. Major findings The Overall findings that, mean post-test knowledge score of the staff nurses were significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge with a mean difference of 4.4; t value was 9.35, which was significant at 0.05 level.

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Effectiveness, SIMS, Cord blood, Staff Nurses.

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In recent years, there has been a notable surge in interest surrounding forensic face sketch construction and recognition, primarily due to their crucial role in criminal investigations. Within the realm of forensic science, it is evident that hand drawn face sketches are still very limited and time consuming when it comes to using them with the latest technologies used for recognition and identification of criminals. The construction of accurate facial sketches from description of eyewitness is a critical step in the investigation process. This research explores using computer vision and deep learning to accurately match hand-drawn face sketches to digital images. Deep learning can help overcome the large differences between sketches and photos. The proposed method involves training a model on a large dataset of face images and corresponding sketches, enabling it to generate sketches from facial images and match sketches with corresponding images accurately. The goal is to develop a system that identify individuals from sketches as accurately as possible to assist law enforcement. The outcomes of this study help in advancing the field of facial recognition and reliable sketch matching would provide law enforcement and forensics with a valuable new tool for identification when robust photo evidence is not available.

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Deep Learning, Forensics, Recognition

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: A UAV drone for smart agriculture, often referred to simply as an agricultural drone, is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) equipped with various sensors. Unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, are becoming increasingly popular in a variety of applications, including field mapping, agriculture, and obstacle avoidance. Path planning, which entails creating ideal trajectories to move through surroundings effectively while avoiding obstacles, is a crucial component of UAV operation. A MATLAB simulation framework for UAV path planning is presented. A simulation-based method for assessing UAV path planning tactics for agricultural areas is presented in this paper. The main goal is to create and evaluate path planning algorithms that maximize UAV paths for effective data gathering and surveillance in agricultural environments. Furthermore, the platform enables users to adjust factors like obstacle density, mission objectives, and UAV speed to evaluate the effectiveness of various path planning algorithms in varied scenarios. All things considered, this MATLAB simulation framework is a useful resource for engineers, academics, and practitioners that plan UAV routes.

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UAV; MATLAB; Path planning; Obstacle avoidance;

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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are an essential part of India's economy as they contribute significantly to employment generation and GDP growth. The Government of Uttar Pradesh has launched the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme to encourage local entrepreneurship and improve the competitiveness of MSMEs by focusing on the unique products of each district. This research paper analyzes the challenges and opportunities faced by MSMEs operating under the ODOP scheme in Uttar Pradesh. Through a comprehensive study that includes primary surveys, interviews, and secondary data analysis, the paper identifies key hurdles such as insufficient infrastructure, limited access to finance, bureaucratic hurdles, and technological constraints. However, the study also highlights several opportunities, including market expansion, skill development, government support schemes, and the potential for sustainable growth through product diversification and innovation. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and MSMEs themselves to overcome challenges and leverage opportunities for the successful implementation of the ODOP scheme, thereby fostering inclusive economic development at the grassroots level.

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MSMEs, ODOP Scheme, Uttar Pradesh, Challenges, Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development

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Pneumonia is a condition characterized by the acute inflammation of the lung parenchyma, which is caused by a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. The utilization of antibiotics often encounters challenges in terms of the multitude of types available and the improper dosages administered. Furthermore, prolonged antibiotic use can escalate the risk of multidrug resistance (MDR) in bacteria. Consequently, it is imperative that the selection and dosage of antibiotics be appropriate in order to mitigate the rate of bacterial resistance. The escalating prevalence of bacterial resistance serves as an indicator of the failure in treating pneumonia, as the eradication of bacteria should be the ultimate objective in antibiotic administration, in addition to clinical improvement. The aim of this review of existing literature is to elucidate the rationale behind the administration and selection of empiric antibiotics for pneumonia infections, as well as to outline appropriate antibiotic management and ensure its adequacy, particularly in cases of bacterial pneumonia.

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KEYWORDS: Antibiotics, Bacterial pneumonia, Management

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A partial word is a word over a finite alphabet that contain some unknown places known as holes or "do not know" symbols. A partial word w is said to be primitive if there does not exist any word v such that w is contained in v n with n >= 2. In this paper, we investigate the effect of insertion operation on primitive partial words with a single hole. We characterize a special class of such words and call it as ins-robust primitive partial words. We identify some important properties of such partial words and prove that the language of non-ins-robust primitive partial words with one hole is not context-free.

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Combinatorics on Partial Words, Primitive Partial Word, Ins-robust Primitive partial Word, Reflective, Context-free Language

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