Volume 13 | Issue 8

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Kancha Gachibowli, a rapidly urbanizing locality in Hyderabad, India, is home to remnants of diverse ecological habitats that support a wide range of flora and fauna. However, the region faces significant biodiversity loss due to urban expansion, habitat fragmentation, pollution, and encroachment. This paper explores the current challenges in conserving biodiversity in Kancha Gachibowli, including insufficient ecological planning, limited public awareness, and lack of enforcement of environmental regulations. Despite these issues, the area presents notable opportunities for conservation through the integration of green infrastructure, community-led ecological restoration, and policy-driven biodiversity corridors. The study also outlines future directions, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary approaches involving local governance, scientific research, and citizen participation to ensure sustainable urban development while preserving biodiversity. Strategic planning, ecological monitoring, and habitat restoration are proposed as key pillars for the long-term conservation of Kancha Gachibowli's ecological integrity.

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Sustainable development, urban development, Ecological monitoring.

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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable business practices globally. ESG offers a comprehensive framework for evaluating a firm's ethical conduct, environmental stewardship, and governance transparency. This article explores the evolution, components, and application of ESG, highlighting its strategic relevance in enhancing corporate resilience, stakeholder trust, and long-term value creation. Drawing on global standards, investor behavior, corporate best practices, and policy developments, especially in India, the article examines how ESG has transitioned from a voluntary initiative to a compliance imperative. Key challenges, implementation strategies, and future trends are analyzed to guide businesses on their ESG journey.

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ESG, Environmental Sustainability, Corporate Governance, Social Responsibility, Sustainable Investment, Green Finance, Business Ethics, Corporate Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, India ESG Policy.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an important part of higher education, and ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI tools for learning and research. This study examines the awareness and academic use of ChatGPT among Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Research Scholar students of Dravidian University, Kuppam. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 581 respondents, and the data were analysed using simple percentages and frequency distribution. The findings reveal that almost all students were aware of ChatGPT and regularly used it for answering academic queries, writing assignments, research, and improving language skills. Most respondents considered ChatGPT a useful academic tool, while many also expressed concerns about the accuracy of information, plagiarism, over-dependence on AI, and its impact on critical thinking. The study also found strong support for integrating ChatGPT into university learning through library services, training programmes, and AI literacy initiatives. The study concludes that ChatGPT has become a valuable academic support tool, but its effective use requires proper guidance, ethical practices, and information literacy training.

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Artificial Intelligence, Higher Education, Information Literacy, University Libraries, Digital Learning.

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The Orange Economy is a topic that doesn't get enough attention in regional development studies. However, it has great promise in Assam, a culturally rich state in Northeast India. In this paper, the focus will be on the role of cultural industries including handloom industry, folk art, literature and performing art to the economic growth of Assam. The paper establishes how there are new opportunities in the creative sectors in the state through a multidisciplinary approach that is a cross between cultural theory and economic analysis and explores the structural challenges such as the lack of infrastructure, the digital divide, and policy deficit. The research would help humanize development by speaking about the community based creative practices, local entrepreneurship and promote a more representable and sustainable creative economy. The results show that despite cultural economy of Assam remaining informal and fragmented, it could be elevated to be a formidable centre of regional development, with support of targeted investment and decentralised policy system. This is not merely a work that attempts to analyse data, but express the voice of people defining the creative future of the region.

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Orange Economy, Cultural Industries, Creative Economy, Economic Development, Assam, Northeast

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Temperature-Dependent Photodynamic Toxicity of Botanical Photosensitisers in Aphid Control

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Thermal Regulation of Photodynamic Activity in Plant-Based Insecticidal Compounds

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Krutrim Buddhimatta Aadharit Shikshan Evam Vidyarthiyon Men Rachanatmakta Ka Hras

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Krutrim Buddhimatta Aadharit Shikshan Evam Vidyarthiyon Men Rachanatmakta Ka Hras

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When one buys a product the first thing one checks is the price tag - is it within my budget? Very rarely do we bother to check other things like durability, expiry date etc. This is where consumer awareness begins. The expansion of service sector like insurance, banking, electricity, medical services in rural areas has added to the problem. Spurious drugs are causing major health hazards to the vulnerable sections who are mainly women, children and farmers. Hence, there is a need to study the awareness of consumer protection movement in rural Karnataka. The aim of this research paper is to investigate the awareness towards rights among rural consumer, redressing grievances process, responsibilities and consumer protection campaigns in rural area. The data were collected from 120 valid responses. The outcome shows that the respondents are more aware of checking the MRP (Maximum Retail Price) before buying a product and always purchase a commodity having the trademarks and logos authentication marks such as ISI, AGMARK, BIS. They believe in relief available to the victim through redressing grievances process. The study also reveals that Jago Grahak Jago has today become a household maxim by educating rural consumers on various issues related to consumer rights. Consumer awareness is not always about rights, but also about responsibilities and shouldering them honestly and sincerely. In this study, the sample respondents have higher level perceptions towards all the statements on responsibilities by assigning the mean value of more than 3. But, there is lower level perceptions were evidenced among the sample respondents towards their awareness on redressing grievances process which shows a long road ahead to ensure effective consumer justice.

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Rural Market, Consumer Rights, Redressing Grievances, Consumer Protection Campaigns, Consumer Responsibilities.

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In the manufacturing industry, ergonomics is essential for improving worker well-being, safety, and productivity. With particular regard to industrial work situations, this essay explores the idea, varieties, and advantages of ergonomics. Ergonomics is defined as the scientific discipline that designs work systems, tools, and tasks according to the physical and mental capabilities of workers. According to the study, there are three main categories of ergonomics: organizational ergonomics, which focuses on work schedules, job design, and communication systems; cognitive ergonomics, which addresses mental workload and decision-making; and physical ergonomics, which emphasizes posture and manual handling.

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Ergonomics, Productivity, Industrial Environment

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Medicinal plants have been the basis of traditional medicine for centuries, providing an effective healing method. In addition to their medicinal uses, they are also beneficial for environmental protection, economic development, and culture. This article explores how medicinal plants can contribute to sustainable development, highlighting their role in preserving biodiversity, promoting environmentally friendly agriculture, and helping to combat climate change. They also help reduce inequalities in health care, build livelihoods, and protect traditional knowledge. However, habitat loss, overharvesting, and development are serious problems. This article proposes strategies to address these issues and sustainably manage medicinal plants, aligning them with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Sustainable development, Indian knowledge system, Biodiversity.

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This study explores the traditional barter system practiced by the Monpa community in Zemithang Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh - a border region historically linked to Tibet and Bhutan. Drawing on oral histories from elders and field interviews, it traces the evolution, items exchanged such as mar (butter) and churpi( cheese) for grains and salt, trade routes via Kenzamane to Tsona, and service exchanges like labour during harvests( Blanpa/Lakpar) and ritual payments. The system fostered social cohesion amid geographical challenges but faced limitations including double coincidence of wants, unequal bargaining, and exploitation by officials. Despite transitioning to a monetary economy, barter's cultural echoes persist in community rituals, highlighting its role in economic survival and reciprocity.

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Barter System, Monpa community, Zemithang Circle, Indo-Tibet trade, Oral histories.

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The Goods and Services Tax (GST), introduced in India on 1 July 2017, represents one of the most significant reforms in the country's indirect tax architecture. Designed to replace a complex web of state and central taxes, GST aimed to create a unified tax system, reduce the cascading effect of taxes, improve transparency, and promote ease of doing business. This research article examines how the implementation of GST has influenced consumer pricing, inflation dynamics, consumer awareness, and spending behavior across various sectors in India. The analysis synthesizes findings from recent academic studies, working papers, and sectoral research.

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Goods and Service Tax (GST), Consumer Pricing, Indirect Tax Reform, Price Level Changes, Tax Incidence

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Political leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping governance effectiveness in democratic systems, particularly in a diverse and federal country like India. This study examines the relationship between political leadership and governance effectiveness by empirically analyzing leadership practices, decision-making processes, and their influence on governance outcomes. The research focuses on key dimensions of governance such as transparency, accountability, public service delivery, policy implementation, and citizen trust. Using empirical evidence drawn from secondary data sources, governance indicators, and existing studies, the paper highlights how leadership quality, stability, and ethical orientation significantly affect governance performance across regions. The findings reveal that effective political leadership contributes to improved administrative efficiency, better utilization of public resources, and enhanced citizen satisfaction, while weak or unstable leadership leads to policy inconsistency and governance gaps. The study also observes that leadership-driven digital governance initiatives have strengthened transparency and service delivery, though regional disparities persist due to variations in leadership capacity and institutional support. The research underscores the importance of collaborative leadership between political executives and bureaucracy for achieving sustainable governance outcomes. The study concludes that strengthening leadership capacity and promoting evidence-based decision-making are essential for enhancing governance effectiveness in India. The findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, administrators, and scholars concerned with democratic governance and leadership reforms.

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Political Leadership, Governance Effectiveness, Public Administration, Democratic Governance, India

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Abstract The evolution of constitutional law in emerging democracies reflects a dynamic interplay of political incentives, judicial empowerment, societal pressures, and constitutional design choices. This article examines how constitutional orders in transitional contexts adapt to institutional fragility, elite contestation, socio-economic inequality, and episodes of populist disruption. Drawing on comparative constitutional theory, judicial politics, and empirical illustrations from various regions, the study demonstrates that constitutional law evolves through continuous negotiation between courts, political elites, and civic actors. The article argues that while constitutional courts often serve as stabilizers of democratic governance, their authority remains vulnerable to strategic manipulation, institutional capture, and majoritarian populism. The findings underscore that constitutional evolution is shaped less by textual provisions and more by political culture, institutional independence, and societal mobilization. The study contributes to debates on democratic consolidation by identifying core conditions for constitutional resilience and pathways through which constitutional backsliding emerges and can be countered.

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Key Words Comparative Constitutionalism, Democratic Transition, Judicial Review and Constitutional Courts, Constitutional Reform and Amendment Politics, Rule of Law and Democratic Consolidation.

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Abstract Education plays a pivotal role in empowering women in India by enhancing their social, economic, and political agency. As a transformative tool, education improves women's access to employment opportunities, promotes financial independence, and contributes to better health and well-being for themselves and their families. It also challenges traditional gender norms, fosters critical thinking, and enables women to participate more actively in decision-making processes both within the household and in society. Despite significant progress through government initiatives and rising literacy rates, barriers such as socio-economic inequalities, early marriage, cultural biases, and limited access to quality education continue to hinder women's full empowerment. Strengthening educational infrastructure, promoting gender-sensitive curricula, and ensuring inclusive policies are essential to unlocking the potential of women and advancing overall national development. This abstract highlights the multifaceted role of education in shaping a more equitable and empowered future for women in India.

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Empowerment, Transformative, progressive society, equitable, inter generational and gender equality

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Economics of Education is the interdisciplinary field which tries to apply the economic principles, concepts, laws to the process of education. Economics of education deals with all the issues related to education such as Demand, Investment, Finance and provision and allocation of resources. Investment in education is vital not only from the individual point of view but also from the community and nation as a whole. But it is necessary to deal with commercialization of education with tight policies without affecting the poor and deserving sections of the society. Public funding of education largely characterise it as a public good.The notion of education as a public good underlines the primary responsibility of the State in ensuring the right to education for all, social cohesion and equity. It is important that the State provide the quality education for all and at the same time assures the principles of equity, equality of opportunities, social justice that inspire all education policies. The role of education is very crucial for the development of nation and the values and ethics in education policies is necessary to promote sustainability

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Economics of Education, Public Good, Demand, Investment, Finance, Social Justice.

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This article seeks to determine the extent to which yoga instruction with Pranayama increases breath holding capacity in residential school boys. A total of 40 participants from residential school in Bengaluru rural district were randomly divided into 2 (two) groups: Experiment. Group X (YTCP, 20 residential students) underwent yoga training mixed with Pranayama, whereas Group Y (CG, 20 residential students) served as the control group. The pre-test scores were obtained for equal groups using the breath holding time (in seconds) to manually analyze the participants' breath holding procedures. Group-X participated in yoga instruction with Pranayama and particular skill exercises for six times per week continued for eight weeks, while the control group maintained their regular schedule. Following the training session, post-test scores for breath holding capacity were obtained. A paired dependent 't' test and an independent sample 't' test were used to determine the significance of the criterion variable scores at the 0.05 and 0.01 levels of confidence. The data, which were analyzed using SPSS along with MS Excel, demonstrated a substantial variation in breath holding capacity among residential school boys who received yoga asanas with Pranayama. The study reveals that a continuous yoga programme integrating Surya Namaskar, asanas and pranayama exercises improves the breath-holding ability of school children, particularly residential school boys.

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Yoga Training, Pranayama, Breath Holding Capacity, Residential school boys.

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The growing complexity of clinical trials has necessitated widespread reliance on Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and Functional Service Providers (FSPs) for clinical data management. As trials expand across geographies and technologies, effective sponsor-vendor coordination has become pivotal to ensuring data quality, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. An in-depth synthesis of peer-reviewed studies, pilot program data, industry surveys, and benchmarking reports was conducted. The IOPF model was introduced and evaluated through empirical data from real-world trials. Efficient data management in clinical trials requires not just outsourcing, but a strategic transformation in how sponsors and CROs/FSPs interact. The IOPF framework offers a scalable and human-centric approach for future-ready clinical research partnerships

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Clinical Data Management, CRO Collaboration, Regulatory Compliance, Decentralized Trials, Sponsor-Vendor Coordination

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Caring of the aged is one of the most challenging social issues in today's world. The population of elderly in India is shown significant growth from 24.7 million in 1961 to 149 million in 2022. Old age is last stage of human growth and development cycle. After the Globalization and Westernization was adopted in the country the living styles of the people changed a lot. The social institutions like families are broken into nuclear; the traditional values of the families are being neglected, with this the kins of the family members are not showing concern on their elders. With this the elderly people are facing multiple psycho-social challenges. It is estimated that by 2031 the elderly population will reached to 193.4 million and 347 million by 2050. Economical backwardness of the families is one of the most challenging factors in elderly care. With the backwardness the families are need to migrate frequently to other cities, states and even other countries. Leaving the elderly parents at the home causes for mental illness. In other hand with the heavy burden in works the love and affection is missing during the elderly services. This paper focused on what are the challenges faced by the elderly people during the receiving services and what are the difficulties are being faced by the family members in provision of services are being studied.

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Elderly, Care, Aged, population, services, challenges, family etc

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The purpose of the study was to find out the effect of SAQ training combined with asana practice on selected physical fitness variables of basketball players. To achieve the purpose of the present study, forty-five basketball players from PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India were selected as subjects at random and their ages ranged from 18 to 25 years. The subjects were divided into three equal groups of fifteen subjects each. Group I acted as Experimental Group I (SAQ training), Group II acted as Experimental Group II (SAQ training combined with asana practice) and Group III acted as Control Group. The requirement of the experiment procedures, testing as well as exercise schedule was explained to the subjects so as to get full co-operation of the effort required on their part and prior to the administration of the study. It was observed that the twelve weeks of SAQ training with asana practice have significantly improved the selected physical fitness variables than the SAQ training and control group.

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SAQ Training, Asana Practice, Basketball.

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