As technology has evolved, so has crime. Digital technologies have brought with them a whole host of crimes committed online-unsuspecting people are cheated of crores of rupees, duped by false advertisements on fake websites, incited to click on suspicious links through payment gateways, and download apps that give remote access of their device to criminals. From credit card fraud to phishing, the list is endless. Cyber Encounters delves deep into this nebulous cyberspace, to bring twelve fascinating fictional accounts of cybercrime. Ashok Kumar, DGP, Uttarakhand Police and a veteran in the systematic fight against cybercrime in the state, and OP Manocha, an ex-DRDO scientist, unfold a specific type of cybercrime in each tale, based on a true story. Packed with information on the crime, its investigation and the apprehending of the criminals, this illuminating insider account is a must-read.
As one family welcomes a new baby into the fold, its siblings have a multitude of questions about conception, birth, and life. In Reincarnation: A Myth or Science, author Ashok Kumar Chattopadhyay discusses the secret code of God in regard to the scientific process of reincarnation, transmigration, and re-birth. Chattopadhyay shares how the reality of this phenomenon has been proven by many spiritualists, scientists, and doctors through case histories of people who remembered their past life histories or from similar birthmarks or from direct experiences of near-death situations. Reincarnation: A Myth or Science opens the door to the scientific processes that occur at various stages of life from birth to death. It addresses the purpose of life by revealing the preaching of the ancient sages and wise people of the world, and it makes co-relations with scientific explanations. Reincarnation: A Myth or Science spreads the messages and advice of the saints and wise men of the world regarding the principle of as we sow, so we reap and to the truthfulness of the karmic cycle.
The corporate jungle is full of lion-like bosses whose roar could chill your nerves of steel from a distance. It is also inhabited by lionesses who might take you under their wings and protect you from many a catastrophe, much like they would protect a cub of theirs. This book is a compilation of tactics you can use to not only survive but also do well in the corporate jungle. It is intended to amuse, entertain, and educate. It is a lighthearted take on the art and science of management, from the jaundiced perspective of someone who is still learning it! It offers quite a few gems of wisdom meant for managers and entrepreneurs of all hues, sizes, and shapes. They could be the aspiring kind, the practicing and tired kind, or the retired kind. Glum chief executive officers, hassled by the harsh slings and arrows of managing a business, might get motivated to look at the sunnier side of life upon leafing through some of its contents. Nail-biting aspiring managers may understand how to successfully navigate their way through the corporate jungle. They might also get prompted to develop an inner compass based on personal values, leading to better levels of satisfaction, happiness and fulfillment.
About Author’s: Dr. Ashok Kumar M S is a devoted author, educator and advocate for knowledge dissemination, Author holds Ph.D degree from Visvesvaraya Technological University Balagavi and is presently affiliated with Mechanical Engineering Department, Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology and Management (DSATM), Bangalore. He has embarked on a journey of discovery both as a writer and an educator for more than 13 years. His writing journey has been one of evolution and exploration. From penning articles for renowned publications to crafting engaging content for educational platforms, he has sought to make a meaningful impact through his words. As an author he endeavour to ignite imaginations, challenge perspectives, and foster a deeper connection to the world we inhabit. Whether through fiction or non-fiction, he strive to create narratives that resonate with readers on a profound level leaving an indelible mark on their minds. Beyond writing, he is deeply passionate about education and mentorship. As an advocate for lifelong learning, he is dedicated to empowering others to unlock their full potential and pursue their passions with zeal. Dr Manjunath B T brings a wealth of experience to the collaborative effort. Their journey into the realm of additive manufacturing has been shaped by a passion for advanced learning driving them to delve deep into research and scholarship. Author hold’s Ph.D degree from Visvesvaraya Technological University Balagavi and is presently affiliated with Mechanical Engineering Department, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE), Bangalore. The Author is known for their insightful contributions to various journal publication earning recognition for their expertise and dedication to advancing knowledge in their field. Their unique perspective and innovative approach to additive manufacturing process enrich the collaborative process offering fresh insights and ideas that captivate readers.
Clinical Trial Project Management provides a detailed overview of how to conduct clinical trials, in an international context. The process of conducting clinical studies across nations is based on a set of regulatory regimes developed by respective regulatory agencies. The book focuses on clinical study protocol approval processes, Ethics Committee approval processes, clinical study feasibilities, site selection, site initiation, site monitoring, database lock, sit close-out, clinical data processing and management, SAE reporting and compensation, randomization procedure, pharmacovigilance, statistical tools, BA/BE studies, and clinical study report writing etc. covering entire clinical trial process of conductance. In addition to that the author also incorporated the clinical trial approval process of USFDA, EMA, and JAPAN to conduct the clinical trials. Covers how to conduct clinical trials in detail Present useful, basic, and advanced statistical tools Provides real-time project management methods like Program Evaluation Review Technique (PERT) and Critical Path Method (CPM) to manage complex projects are described in the book
Firebase is a completely scalable, real-time backend service and provides all the tools necessary to develop rich, collaborative applications using client side code. This books will take deep dive into the features of Firebase by exploring its complete toolchain.
Aluminium alloys have been in use since 1940. The development of light weight Al-Si alloys led to its usage in wear resistant components. The property of light weight and good thermal conductivity of hypoeutectic, hypereutectic alloys such as A357 and A380 enabled automobile industries to manufacture Al-Si cylinder blocks by the method of die-casting. The cast A357 alloys with improved mechanical properties, low porosity levels, good dimensional accuracy, dimensional stability and good surface finish can be ranked as number one with respect to dimensional stability, fluidity, pressure tightness and weldability.
संस्मरण मनोरंजक हो, ज्ञानवर्धक हो, गतिमान हो और पाठक के हृदय को उद्वेलित कर सके तो साहित्य की वैतरणी में बहकर लेखक के साथ पाठक भी तर जाता है। अशोक पंतजी ने ऐसा ही एक वितान रचा है, जिससे यह सीख तो मिलती ही है कि अंगदान जैसा पुण्यकर्म मानव जीवन के लिए कितना आवश्यक है और यह प्रोत्साहित किया ही जाना चाहिए। साथ ही पर्वतीय क्षेत्रों में स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की विडंबना और महानगरों में जटिल उपलब्धता की ओर भी इंगित करता है । अस्पताल एक दर्दभरी कहानियों की किताब है। हर मरीज की अपनी कहानी, जिसे सुनते-सुनते डॉक्टर भी उकता जाते हैं और चिड़चिड़े हो जाते हैं। लेकिन रोग की गंभीरता और रोगी की मानसिकता को समझते हुए जो डॉक्टर सांत्वना के अवतार बनकर रोगी को सुखद अनुभूति प्रदान करते हैं, वे उसके लिए ईश्वर का पर्याय बन जाते हैं। अनेक बार ऐसा होता है कि रोगी या तो अपनी परेशानी समझा नहीं पाता है या डॉक्टर अपनी व्यस्तता के कारण समय नहीं दे पाता है और रोगी का डॉक्टर अथवा अस्पताल के प्रति रवैया बदलने लगता है । विचारशील व्यक्तित्व के धनी लेखक ने सामाजिक प्रतिबद्धता के अनुरूप अपने संस्मरणों को मानव उत्थान की परिकल्पना करते हुए ऐसी सघन बीमारियों से पीड़ित रोगियों के कल्याण की कामना की है, इसलिए भी यह कदम सराहनीय है।
Quote Book: Scientific Secrets of Jainism; Author: Jain monk, shri Nandighoshvijay ji Gani: ..".extrasensory perceptions of shri Ashok Kumar Dutt also prove that sound is in the form of particles. ...As I went on reading shri Dutt's article on his extrasensory perceptions, my faith in Jain philosophy became stronger and stronger. ... Therefore, the power of direct experience of the colour of sound attained by shri Ashok Kumar Dutt, must be some special type of labdhi (attainment)." Unquote This treatise will reveal subtle secrets regarding subtle-elements, which pertain to breathing system (Praanaayaama), human speech (Mantras) and the external environment (Vaastu-Science). The subtle-elements comprise subtle phenomena and the related spiritual, cosmic, semi-cosmic and semi-gross objects, processes and systems. Therefore, this spiritual knowledge will ensure healthy ecology; high spiritual elevation and high quality of life on the earth (i.e. sound health, prosperity and happiness). It may also commence a spiritual movement globally, which will effectively prevent global warming. The Indian cosmic philosophy, which pertains to internal and external environments, is termed as Darshana-Shaastra. This term reveals a secret regarding the Rishis of the Vedic era that they used to envision subtle phenomena through their cosmic powers. Subsequently, they developed applicable rules regarding Praanaayaama, Sanskrit grammar, Mantras and Vaastu-Science. However, the spiritual-knowledge regarding the subtle elements was lost along with them. The author has 'rediscovered the lost divine-knowledge' through his cosmic powers and the clarifications from his spiritual guides. They are astral beings now, because they were renowned Rishis of the Vedic era. One of them assumed 'human-form' to bless him with cosmic powers. This book is based on the extrasensory perceptions of the author. Volume-I: Extrasensory perceptions, spiritual guides, cosmic powers, and predictions of the author; fundamental principles regarding subtle elements and internal cosmic energy system; Praanaayaama; cosmic colours of static aura; dynamic aura of speech (semi-cosmic colours of sound), a subtle basis of the Sanskrit grammar, tables of Sanskrit Alphabets and Mantras (the divine words); etc. Publisher's website: http: //sbpra.com/AshokKumarDatta
Bhadra Quartets is essentially about choices and the independence in life at multiple levels—from work and participation to fulfilment of mental, physical, and spiritual urges. Set in the middle of the last century, the largely picaresque novel, like a multicultural rainbow, spans an expansive swathe from Europe to Asia. As some characters journey across countries and continents from United Kingdom to France and Italy, and again from London through Aden to what was then Bombay, their interactions add to the dimension of quest, probing the truth of human passion and love, as well as their role in reconciliation of people in life. The quest carries on in the journey from the west Indian metropolis to a nondescript village in the sub-Himalayan Indian hinterland. The first book of the novel finds Bhadra Pathak, an Indian from a seemingly orthodox background, arrive in London for higher studies. His primary circle there includes his supervisor Dr. Robert Croft; Anette Epstein, another scholar under Croft; Lydia Pal, his landlady; and her daughter Georgina. Young widower Bhadra finds himself conflicted over his feelings for Anette, who herself is no less unsure about relationships and marriage due to past experience. The ensuing interplay of passion, love, and mutual acceptance in the first book leads on in the three subsequent parts to exploration, adventure, enquiry, discovery, and finally, understanding in the otherwise disparate lives of individuals coming from cultures separated by half a turn of the globe.
“Our dreams have to be bigger. Our ambitions higher. Our commitment deeper. And our efforts greater” – Shri Dhirubhai Ambani – Founder & Visionary Reliance Group 10X Execution We are judged by what we finish not what we start. Touchstone of any leadership is whether it can deliver on its promises. Can it execute what it plans? What use is a brilliant strategy that is not executable? Execution makes a leader a leader, a strategy a strategy. To succeed and grow phenomenally, you need to execute 10X. 10X Execution is built on 10X Mindset through a bridge of 10X Paradigm (or shall we say 10X Management) to make exponential growth happen. This book captures what the author learnt, innovated and practiced over four decades of working with Indian & Multi-National Companies that were at various stages of their growth & sizes. This would help you discover what it takes to do things that others find well nigh impossible. Be it in terms of time lines or audacity of the task undertaken. Find a path where none exists! Do whatever it takes! Make It happen! ---- For the author, it’s been an honor to ‘make 10X happen’ at Century (a Birla Group Company), Unilever, Zenith, Honeywell Europe Inc, Continuum and other organizations. He waded into unchartered waters and navigated many firsts in the companies, industries & countries.
In this book, we have selected the 19 research and review articles for publication. The chapters in this book reflect a wide range of fundamental and applied research in the chemical sciences, environmental science and interdisciplinary subjects. This book is a unique collection of full research papers as well as reviews. In the 1st chapter, describes advances of aviation fuel derived from renewable sources is a “DROP-IN” alternative for air transport as it has a similar high energy density and meets all the required fuel specifications. Major challenges faced by the industry with respect to the development of alternative aviation fuel are - high quality standards requirements, safety issues, wide range of operational conditions and drop-in kind with traditional aviation jet fuel. In the 2nd chapter, To describes significant optical features of luminescent materials have drawn immense appreciation in all walks of life including organic dyes, metal-organic frameworks, lanthanide compounds, semiconductor-based quantum dots, and carbon-based nanodots, which attribute numerous applications to these Luminescent materials. Moreover, they have been proven important in various applications, including gas storage and separation, heterogeneous catalysis, light-harvesting, chemical sensing, bio-imaging, and drug delivery. In the 3rd chapter, describes introduction of mixed ligand dithiolate complexes of cobalt, synthesis of mixed ligand complexes of cobalt (II) with dithiolate (1-methoxy carbonyl –1- cyano ethylene -2,2- dithiolate) and nitrogen donors. In the 4th chapter, Mixed ligand complexes of the type [Ni(L)n(dithio)] n=1 or 2 L= OPD, and various substituted pyridines, dithio=(NaS)2C=C(CN) COOMe.H2O have been synthesized and characterized. In the 5th chapter, discussed about conducting polymers (CPs) are chemical compounds or mixtures of compounds composed of structural units formed during the polymerization process. The prospective uses of CPs, particularly in the realm of electronic manufacturing, have piqued the curiosity of researchers. In the 6th chapter, BiOCl nanomaterial have been acknowledged as potential and promising environmental remediation material because of their low costs, low toxicities, and enormous stabilities as well as resourceful photocatalytic activities of various hazardous environmental pollutants including dyes, pesticides and several other organic pollutants etc. In the 7th chapter, discuss about polyaniline (PANI) which is reviewed as environmental remediation. In the 8th chapter, describe a the low cost activated carbon based adsorbent derived from the fruit of Kigelia Africana (KA), was characterized for effective removal of Pb (II) from its aqueous solution and determine the rate of adsorption. In the 9th chapter, discuss about Ionic liquid which has emerged as intriguing modern material in science and technology. To better comprehend and investigate the unusual and fascinating characteristics of ionic liquids. In the 10th chapter, to prepare the nanocomposites of Titania by solution impregnation method and used as photocatalyst for the degradation of acetic acid at various factors. In the 11th chapter, discuss about health and socioeconomic conditions which are inextricably linked. A substantial beneficial influence on economic success is ensured by the general population's well health. Cardiovascular complexity is the single most serious health problem in India. Hypertension is a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease. In the 12th chapter, discuss about waste management. There is need for framing policies for effective management of waste and above all implementation of them by the authority and adherence to them by the general public. In the 13th chapter highlights the potential of Hierarchical Nanostructured 3D Flowerlike BiOX (X=Cl, Br, I) microsphere as a remarkable technology towards the environmental remediation processes of various hazardous and persistent environmental pollutants. In the 14th chapter, to prepared the nanoparticles of zirconium oxide and characterized them by the some characterization techniques. In the 15th chapter, discuss about waste management which involves the procedures and actions necessary to manage waste from generation to disposal. This covers waste collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal, as well as waste management process monitoring and control, as well as waste-related legislation, technology, and economic processes. In the 16th chapter, discuss about the role of probiotic milk in human health. The numerous perceived health benefits and the growing awareness about probiotics have caught the attention of the food industry. Food companies are increasingly manufacturing foods with incorporated probiotic bacteria, which fall under the new category of foods called Functional Foods. In the 17th chapter, discuss the recent trend and modification in TiO2 nanostructured based super hydrophobic surfaces of different type of materials. Further the application potential of the artificial super hydrophobic surfaces such as self-cleaning; water/oil separation and anti-fogging etc. In the 18th chapter, reviews the iron polyphenols interaction which cause to the colour formation during the sugar processing. The chemical structure of various phenolic acid which presents in sugar cane juice are interact with the Fe(III) through chemical reaction or by changing conditions which results in the various colourant formation during sugar formation are described. In the 19th chapter, discuss about carbon footprint which is used to calculate the individual carbon emission which includes to the atmosphere every day. in the recent years causes lots of carbon emission and in turn increase the global warming, which is harmful to the present, and future of the earth and its living beings.
Rationality can answer a number of the most central questions about our existence and our universe: Why are we here? How did the universe come into existence and how will it end? What is the purpose and where will we go after death? In Philosophy of life - Connecting Dots, author Ashok Kumar Sood explores a rational and analytical approach to answer these fundamental questions about human nature and existence and he looks to the facts about our universe and about human psychology to find rational answers. Philosophy of life starts with a curiosity and uses a methodology grounded in rationality to investigate both the physical aspects of the universe as well as the psychological aspects of the human mind. It further explores the role of perception and imagination in human life and it shows how maintaining physical, mental, social and environmental health can improve quality of life. While religion and spirituality have offered traditional answers to life`s most important questions, a rational approach grounded in the facts of our existence can provide a more concrete foundation for optimal living. Philosophy of life connecting dots can show you how to use this rationality to accomplish the ultimate goals of life and live with tranquility, happiness and satisfaction.
This ethnographic study of Dalit Lutherans in South India examines how the lived religion of Dalit Christians contests the structures of caste domination in rural Andhra. It shows how the emergence of Dalit Christianity generated new religious ideas, patterns, terrains, rituals, and practices that challenge the traditional notions of caste privilege and impact the politics of the region. It highlights the transforming role of Dalit agency in the development of Christianity, which is largely unexplored in the studies of Christian missions and anthropology of Christianity in India. The book looks at the social history of Christianity, critical events of protest, platforms of community politics, caste ideology, and local politics and interlocking of caste with congregation to provide a constructive critique of the dominant paradigm of the Dalit movement, which often treats Dalits as a homogenous social group. It discusses the pragmatic changes within the politics of Dalit Christianity as viewed from the margins of Indian society and incorporated through engagement with political ideologies (from communism to the Ambedkarite movement) and religious belief systems (from Hinduism to Christianity). This volume at the intersection of religion and caste will be an essential read for students and researchers of Dalit studies, political studies, sociology, sociology of religion, religious studies, social justice and exclusion studies, and South Asian studies.
Test, measurement and evaluation are distinct but closely related terms, sometimes all of them can be involved in a single process. Test is an instrument or systemic procedure for measuring a sample of behaviour. It helps to tell us “How well does the individual perform either in comparison with others or in comparison with a domain of performance tasks?” Measurement is a process of assigning numbers to individuals or their characteristics according to specified rules. It tries to answer the question “How much?” Evaluation can be defined as the systematic process of collecting, analysing and interpreting information to determine the extent to which pupils are achieving instructional objectives. It answers the question “How good?” The purpose to the book is to provide relevant text for the students and to lay the framework for a discussion of the relative significance of a test, measurement and evaluation system. It is important to understand the process of test, measurement and evaluation.
Solid-state reactions have been growing in importance in the preparation of solids, crystal growth, and single crystals of elements. In this new volume, the author discusses in depth recent advances in solid-state chemistry, the latest techniques of characterization of solids, and several new dimensions of solid-state problems. Solid-state reactions, their kinetics, phase transitions, and magnetic properties are discussed in detail, along with electrical properties, semiconductors, metals, and insulators, with examples and explanations. Dielectric, piezoelectric, and ferroelectric properties of solids have been considered as well. Different theories of catalysis and adsorption isotherms are covered, and the author includes several experimental findings as well. And of course, preparation of new solids by taking advantage of recent experimental techniques have also been included in this volume. This volume provides a complete description of solid-state reactions, electrical conductivity, characterization of solids, organic solids, and intercalation between layers of solids. The band theories of metals, semiconductors, and insulators are covered. In characterization of solids, TGA, DTA, DSC, FTIR and PXRD techniques have been described. Preparation and properties of organic solids are also explained. Dielectric properties, photovoltaic effects, piezo electricity, ferroelectricity, and antiferroelectricity have been dealt with, giving relatable examples. A number of excitation energy levels giving rise to luminescence and photoluminescence have been explained under the topic optical processes. Diamagnetic, paramagnetic, and ferromagnetic behaviors of solids are also explained.
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