This book is an outcome of variety of exposures that I had in my own life and that of others, in last over four decades of my life. Human life is typically very simple and full of joy and abundance, provided we are aware of that we are creating our lives every moment. However, given the way we have evolved to live in today's world, being simple becomes the most difficult thing to practice. We are so much influenced by our outer environment in almost all aspects of life, to an extent we completely ignore or unaware of what we really want or enjoy and what makes us go ecstatic. This imbalance impacts our health, social relationships and our ability to earn wealth or have a satisfying career. The book is consisting of twenty one short stories, and has focused in this edition on career or wealth aspects. I have made every attempt to keep the language simple and lucid, for anyone can understand and follow. Each story will illustrate an aspect of wisdom one can brood over. However, one thing we must be aware of, that everyone's life is very unique and no one can suggest customized solutions which can fit one hundred percent into one's life problems. You can only get the guidance from others, and then use your own intuition and wisdom to take the decisions and be completely responsible for the outcome.
Now more than ever, there is a growing importance for companies to ramp up their focus on social responsibility. An effective CSR program can have a positive impact on companies, employees, and consumers. This new volume, Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Business World: A Conceptual, Regulatory, and Illustrative Framework, covers the parameters of corporate social responsibility around the world, elucidating the concepts, evolution, cultural dimensions, key areas, and disclosure and reporting methods and how CSR is being considered and implemented across the globe. The book also offers a future outlook for CSR. The book begins with a thorough introduction to CSR, covering its meaning and definition along with the principles of CSR for effective implementation, its inherent benefits, and its challenges. It goes on to cover the status of CSR in emerging economies with the emphasis on emerging trends in corporate governance, reporting, indexing, and certification. The volume considers the evolution of CSR from voluntary to mandatory along with the underlining advantages and disadvantages while also giving comparisons of CSR in developed versus developing nations. The book looks at the regulations and legislation around the world pertaining to CSR, such as universal GRI standards and legislative framework of countries like UK, USA, India, Germany, France, Canada, China, and Indonesia that have been sketched out covering expenditures, disclosure, and reporting obligations. The authors share case studies of implemented CSR projects, initiatives, and practices, highlighting several societal and environmental issues either through stakeholder relations and collaborations with NGOs or agencies or by adhering to government regulations for CSR compliance. This book provides a valuable overview of CSR and how effective implementation can lead to a corporation’s contribution to worldwide and regional sustainability and the well-being of society and the environment.
When the case of an unidentified body is transferred to Madhavgadh Crime Branch, ACP Hrishikesh Bharadwaj is confronted with the ultimate nightmare: a blind case with no clues. Who is the murderer? Is it the victims wife or his business partner or his mistressor is there more to the case? Who is the big bearded man who seems to turn up everywhere? ACP Bharadwaj and his team have to battle overwhelming odds and surprises at each turn, armed with nothing but a photograph of the victim.
Natasha was shocked, surprised and scared, when she found three million US dollars in cash in the bed of her father, who had died of a sudden heart attack few days back. Her father was a retired High Court judge, having an impeachable reputation throughout his carrier. Natasha, being a CFO of a company, was well aware of the law. Possession of foreign currency was/is a serious offence. She could not spent it. She could not declare it. She could not deposit it. She could not even share this with anyone. She used services of a hawala operator but was in for another shock when the officers of enforcement directorate (ED) intercepted the passenger carrying her money, while travelling to Dubai. The officers of ED however found only ten thousand US dollars from the passenger, who was supposed to carry three million US dollars. A big drama was created by the passenger in the court when he made the statement that ED staff had found three million US dollars from the suitcases whereas the documents prepared were for recovery of ten thousand US dollars only. Where had the money gone? Whether the passenger was telling lie? Whether the ED finally were able to recover the amount? What happened to Natasha? Ameya Mohite, Joint Director in ED suddenly started showing interest. Why? The mystery remained till the end….
Now more than ever, there is a growing importance for companies to ramp up their focus on social responsibility. An effective CSR program can have a positive impact on companies, employees, and consumers. This new volume, Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Business World: A Conceptual, Regulatory, and Illustrative Framework, covers the parameters of corporate social responsibility around the world, elucidating the concepts, evolution, cultural dimensions, key areas, and disclosure and reporting methods and how CSR is being considered and implemented across the globe. The book also offers a future outlook for CSR. The book begins with a thorough introduction to CSR, covering its meaning and definition along with the principles of CSR for effective implementation, its inherent benefits, and its challenges. It goes on to cover the status of CSR in emerging economies with the emphasis on emerging trends in corporate governance, reporting, indexing, and certification. The volume considers the evolution of CSR from voluntary to mandatory along with the underlining advantages and disadvantages while also giving comparisons of CSR in developed versus developing nations. The book looks at the regulations and legislation around the world pertaining to CSR, such as universal GRI standards and legislative framework of countries like UK, USA, India, Germany, France, Canada, China, and Indonesia that have been sketched out covering expenditures, disclosure, and reporting obligations. The authors share case studies of implemented CSR projects, initiatives, and practices, highlighting several societal and environmental issues either through stakeholder relations and collaborations with NGOs or agencies or by adhering to government regulations for CSR compliance. This book provides a valuable overview of CSR and how effective implementation can lead to a corporation’s contribution to worldwide and regional sustainability and the well-being of society and the environment.
The content of the guide is student-centered and activity based with emphasis on developing the problem-solving skills of the reader. It will encourage the candidate to think creatively and prepare for NATA exam independently without any coaching or the teacher. The methodology facilitates the student to ensure full understanding of the subject in totality. All the concepts are presented in a very simple and easy to understand form. Moreover, the concepts are explained with solved examples. An abundant use of visual tools such as illustrations, sketches and diagrams helps in better retention and makes learning fun. Our approach will help you to create passion for the subject rather than fear of the technical jargons. Our motto is to encourage you to enquire, explore and discover rather than rote learning. We have given exercises for immediate practice almost after every topic. We have designed the 'exercises' to include all types of questions especially the multiple choice questions (MCQs). Maths questions and exercises have been prepared to develop skills in rapid calculations. Our guide is prepared as per the latest test pattern and syllabus of NATA exam for B. Arch. entrance.
This book is an outcome of variety of exposures that I had in my own life and that of others, in last over four decades of my life. Human life is typically very simple and full of joy and abundance, provided we are aware of that we are creating our lives every moment. However, given the way we have evolved to live in today's world, being simple becomes the most difficult thing to practice. We are so much influenced by our outer environment in almost all aspects of life, to an extent we completely ignore or unaware of what we really want or enjoy and what makes us go ecstatic. This imbalance impacts our health, social relationships and our ability to earn wealth or have a satisfying career. The book is consisting of twenty one short stories, and has focused in this edition on career or wealth aspects. I have made every attempt to keep the language simple and lucid, for anyone can understand and follow. Each story will illustrate an aspect of wisdom one can brood over. However, one thing we must be aware of, that everyone's life is very unique and no one can suggest customized solutions which can fit one hundred percent into one's life problems. You can only get the guidance from others, and then use your own intuition and wisdom to take the decisions and be completely responsible for the outcome.
The book provides reader with a comprehensive up-to-date overview of various aspects of soil pollutants manifestation of toxicity. The book highlights their interactions with soil constituents, their toxicity to agro-ecosystem & human health, methodologies of toxicity assessment along with remediation technologies for the polluted land by citing case studies. It gives special emphasis on scenario of soil pollution threats in developing countries and ways to counteract these in low cost ways which have so far been ignored. It also explicitly highlights the need for soil protection policy and identifies its key considerations after analyzing basic functions of soil and the types of threats perceived. This book will be a useful resource for graduate students and researchers in the field of environmental and agricultural sciences, as well as for personnel involved in environmental impact assessment and policy making.
Proper understanding and promoting creativity in the growing children is the need of the hour. The book Creativity: Cultural Perspective aims at exploring the creative potential of urban, rural and tribal pupils. It also investigates the differences in verbal, figural, and composite creativity of different cultural groups. Gender differences and intergroup gender differences are also studied in relation to culture. Creativity is studied in relation to achievement motivation and selfconcept. Relationship between creativity and intelligence is presented in this book. The book will be quite useful to students, teacher
One vs All: Narendra Modi—Pariah to Paragon is all truth. Ashok Anand has dissected ages-old layers of ignorance, myths and ego with his surgical observation to let the truth breathe out of the diseased society. It shames the political class, bureaucracy and religious bigots. It unmasks an absolutely hypocrite society that clings to the past, despises change, lives in denial but notorious for hidden avarice, arrogance and lust. Each chapter of this book will unfold many bitter truths. Have ever thought why a poor tea-seller boy, today occupying the prime minister’s chair, is not corrupt, greedy and foul-mouthed like most of the others in the country? How a “Pariah” pronounced by the anti-national political forces could become a “Paragon” of values? The Indian society, howsoever ignorant and selfish maybe, needs space to evolve, grow and prosper. Would Narendra Modi be able to do that? Truth is very hard to digest. If brave enough, go ahead and read. Not a thriller. Better than a thriller. One vs. All: Narendra Modi—Pariah to Paragon takes the reader to the demonic world of Indian politics, surrounded by the intrigues of a superstitious and ignorant society that loves dwelling in the past and detests any change.
Nanocomposites (both heterogeneous and anisotropic) are hard to machine due to their enhanced properties and there is a need to know about the problems associated with the machining of nanocomposites by various conventional as well as non-conventional machining operations. Machining of nanocomposites emphasizes on different fabrication methods to develop nanocomposites (polymers, metals, and ceramics) and different machining processes used in industries. Further, it describes issues and challenges including research trends associated with the same. It also evaluates mechanical and wear properties of the composites as well. Features: Covers manufacturing process of nanocomposites. Includes conventional and non-conventional machining process and relevant applications. Addresses effect of different nano-reinforcements on machinability. Discusses usage of design of experiments and optimization technique to improve the machinability of nanocomposites. Reviews challenges on machining of nanocomposites and its remedies. This book aims at Researchers, Graduate students in Mechanical Engineering, and Materials Sciences including Composites, Nanotechnology, and Machining.
Strabismus Surgery is part of the acclaimed Surgical Techniques in Ophthalmology series from Jaypee Brothers Pvt Ltd. Beginning with a detailed overview of clinical strabismus, the text goes on to discuss the recent advances and techniques in strabismus surgery. More than 200 well-illustrated images and diagrams enhance this step by step approach to strabismus surgery.
How to Thrive as a Start-Up in an Uncertain World What motivates a start-up in its journey? Wealth and fame? Or is it hunger for innovation? VUCA in Start-Ups attempts to capture a start-up’s entrepreneurial journey and find out why some do well when others don’t. It’s a highly volatile environment out there for entrepreneurs and start-ups, thanks to the unprecedented Covid-19 crisis filled with volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA). Many businesses that did well in the past had to shut shop as a result. So what went wrong? To find the answer, it’s important to understand what worked in the past and why a new venture must discover fresh and innovative opportunities to survive. Learn from those who chose the road less travelled, including Zomato, Paytm, Flipkart, Ola Cabs and Quikr, and discover the underlying causes for start-up successes and failures. These well-researched case studies aim to inspire those who wish to embark on an entrepreneurial journey.
The World Trade Organizations Doha Round of trade talks has been plagued by a lack of concrete progress toward establishing a fair and harmonious agricultural trading system. Because the results of the Doha Round could have far-reaching implications for the trade and economic prospects of developing countries in the twenty-first century, it is critical for these countries to fully understand the issues involved in the negotiations on agriculture. However, there has been no authoritative analysis of the rules and modalities on which governments of developing countries can rely. This book, coauthored by an insider to the trade talks that led to the establishment of the WTO, fills this gap. The volume begins with a detailed analysis of the provisions of the WTOs Agreement on Agriculture and the modalities of the negotiations. It examines the implementation experience of key members of the WTO, then traces the developments in the negotiations up to the recent impasse. In light of these considerations, and on the basis of a case study of India, the authors propose various elements of a negotiating position and strategy for developing countries. The authors offer tough but realistic recommendations regarding tariffs, market access, treatment of sensitive or special products, and other aspects of international trade. This book will be of particular interest to researchers and practitioners as well as students seeking in-depth knowledge of the recent history of agricultural trade talks.
This textbook offers a unique insight into the theoretical and applied aspects of human development in relation to the cultural traditions of non-Western countries. Presented in a modular form, this comprehensive and thematic approach to lifespan development will help students develop an understanding of human development in varied Indian social contexts. Covering all stages of development including the development of self and personality, social understanding, human strengths, sustainable development, lifelong learning, and many more, the book highlights current research in these areas as well as provides learning objectives, points for reflection, web links, and a glossary. This book is an essential reading for undergraduate students of psychology, human development, and allied fields, as well as for postgraduates with an interest in studying human development in a non-Western context.
Indian agriculture is a symbiosis of crop and livestock production, a way of life, a tradition, which for centuries has shaped the thoughts, the outlook, the culture, and the socio-economic facet of rural life. Among agricultural scenario dairying is an important enterprise which supports the livelihoods of millions of people. It is considered as one of the subsidiary occupation of the rural people playing crucial role in the national economy in terms of generating the income and raising the employment (Mathur, 2001). In fact, agriculture is the backbone of our country in which livestock sector is an integral part of it.
First published in 1999, this volume begins with a panoramic survey by Nigel Harris of the drama of Asian Urbanization, based on the inaugural plenary lecture he gave to the 5th Asian Urbanization Conference held in London. In the following chapters many experts and practitioners from different countries and cities provide a stimulating portrayal of the processes and outcomes of one of the greatest shifts of population (not just absolutely but proportionately as well) ever to have occurred in human history. Asia includes more than half the world’s population, but, apart from the Tiger economies and Japan, it is still overwhelmingly rural. In the last decade or so urbanization has really begun to take off and the shift of population to the cities represents one of the greatest population movements the planet has ever seen. By 2030 more than 50% of Asia’s population will be urban and between now and then more than 500 million people in Asia will have moved - looking for jobs, housing, food and water. They will be both part of a problem and most of the solution - building around them the cities they will live in.
This book is a practical manual for goat production systems covering: breeding and selection, feeding based on available crops and resources, and targeted preventative health care for increased productivity and income. It outlines best practice and strategies for setting up a farm, overcoming challenges, increasing milk and meat quality, obtaining sustainability, reducing environmental pollution, optimising climatic conditions and tapping into local know-how. In addition, the book details developing region-specific data for effective decision making and better management, as well as how to run a developmental project to empower stake holders for higher production, support innovation, and analyse the supply chain for better product quality and marketing.
A Complete Overview of the Lending Space Within the Fintech Segment KEY FEATURES ● Creating a thriving Fintech platform for the lending industry that can last for the long run. ● Realizing the importance of voice, video, and vernacular in financial technology. ● Preparing investment pitches for different start-ups in the financial technology industry. DESCRIPTION For anyone interested in learning more about the Fintech business in general and the Lending space in particular, this book is an excellent resource because it is based primarily on the author's practical experience rather than on theoretical frameworks. This book provides insights into how to construct the technological platform and craft a vision document, thus making it valuable for aspiring entrepreneurs who wish to launch careers in Fintech, whether in lending or otherwise. That way, they'll understand how to present their proposal to potential investors in a better way. New grads looking to break into the Fintech business can also benefit from this guide, as it will help them understand the sector and prepare them for the rigors of the hiring process. Leaders at the highest level of an organization can also learn from this book, as it contains numerous examples of actual problems and solutions that have been tried and tested in the real world. Ultimately, this book is for anyone with any connection to the Fintech industry. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Use this book as a manual to ensure your endeavors are successful and within calculated risks. ● Includes Fintech definitions, terminologies, and the evolution of Fintech. ● Assess the technology landscape and availability of various tools for your digital Fintech. ● Uncover every technical aspect to strengthen your Fintech platform. ● Expert tips for pitching a Fintech idea to investors. ● Complete knowledge of investors' availability at different start-up stages. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This guide will be helpful for aspiring business owners, C-suite executives, and other decision-makers who want to shape their fintech company in the right direction. In addition, it will be helpful for recent college grads interested in pursuing a job in the financial technology industry. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to Fintech 2. Evolution of Fintech 3. Fintech in Lending Space 4. Building a Secured Tech Stack 5. The Three Vs of Fintech 6. The Investment Pitch 7. Epilogue
Bioenergy signifies a sustainable and futuristic alternative to fossil fuels in the realm of growing energy demands, depleting fossil fuel reserves, and increasing pollution loads manifested due to fossil fuel usage. In this context, hydrogen (H2) has gained significant attention as a future energy carrier due to its clean and sustainable nature. Considerable interest has been generated regarding H2 production by biological routes employing photobiological, dark fermentation, thermochemical, enzymatic, etc. Utilizing wastes as a potential source for H2 generation through biological routes has instigated considerable interest and further opening up a new avenue for the utilization of renewable and inexhaustible energy sources. A comprehensive attempt is made through this chapter to compile the contemporary work pertinent to biohydrogen research in unified approach.
This is a concise book with comprehensive information on coal and biomass ash generated from their combustion in thermal power plants. It presents detailed studies on ash generated from contrasting coal and biomass feedstocks, and provides a comparative evaluation of these different ashes in terms of their origin, properties, environmental hazards. Potential utilizations with specific advantages and disadvantages of the respective ashes are elaborated in detail, including some innovative means of ash utilization for value addition purposes. By addressing both the theory and commercial exploitation of these products, this book will be helpful for industrialists, academicians and researchers alike.
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