Vickram has come to Uganda on a quest to look for his biological father. His mother's secret is buried in a deep corner of his heart, and it has been haunting him day and night. He will not rest until he finds out about the unknown person. His dying mother didn't even tell him the name of this person. His life changed at that moment. His contented world was destroyed by the storm of this sudden revelation. He stays in Kampala, working at Mulago Hospital for nearly a year and half, trying to find out from old records the names of all the hospitals in Kampala. He knows that the person he is looking for is a doctor, an English one at that. He nearly succeeds in finding some information about him, but unfortunately, that doctor had returned to England. Then an opportunity comes his way: to work in a mission hospital in Gulu, a small town situated in the northern province of Uganda. Life seems to continue at a steady pace until the day that a political scenario changes in Uganda, leaving him trapped between choosing his beloved Tanya and his quest. As the deadline of Amin's ninety days' expulsion order nears, things take a turn, resulting in unexpected events for Vickram and Tanya. Can he stop Tanya from joining the exiled refugees? Will he ever find out who his real father is?
Invasive alien species are a major threat to biodiversity and ecosystems throughout the world. In India, a country with three of the world's most important 'biodiversity hotspots', the invasion of alien plants means risking a national ecological disaster with major social and economic consequences. Currently there is insufficient information about invasive alien plants; their distribution, rate of spread and adaptability to new environments. This book reveals existing and potential invaders, evaluates the level of risk they pose to native species and suggests steps to manage spread and limit d.
In the parliamentary system of government, manifestos constitute and represent an important aspect of the democratic electoral politics as statements of a party’s ideology, response and policy. This book offers an examination of election manifestos of different political parties in India at the national level. It explores the manifesto as an input to the policy process and presents a comparative perspective and understanding on the issues and approaches of the national political parties on key affairs. The book traces the evolution of the electoral system, political parties and party manifestos in India as they emerged and developed over time. It looks at the Statutes of 1909, 1919 and 1935 along with the party manifestos and elections until 1945–46. The author further analyses Constituent Assembly debates on the electoral system and the stances of political parties on national reconstruction through documents from parties, including the Indian National Congress, the Communist Party of India, the Socialist Party, Jana Sangh and the All India Scheduled Castes Federation. Covering manifestos of sixteen Lok Sabha Elections (from the first general election of 1952 to 2014), this book provides a comprehensive overview of how major political parties think on significant social, economic, political, foreign and defence-related issues. It will be useful to scholars and researchers of political science, election studies, modern Indian history, public administration, law and governance, sociology, media and journalism as also to legislators and policymakers.
Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive technique whereby a small incision is made in the abdomen allowing a surgeon to look inside the body and perform certain operations. This comprehensive guide brings surgeons fully up to date with the latest procedures in laparoscopic surgery. Beginning with an introduction to the technique (equipment, sterilisation, dissection, suturing and anaesthesia), the following sections discuss general surgical procedures, gynaecological procedures, paediatric laparoscopy and laparoscopic urology. Each section describes numerous different procedures, with the final chapters discussing complications, training, robotic surgery, the future of laparoscopic surgery and more. This new edition includes more than 1220 colour images and illustrations and a DVD depicting surgical procedures. Key points Comprehensive, fully updated guide to laparoscopic surgery Discusses numerous procedures in general, gynaecological, paediatric and urological laparoscopic surgery More than 1220 colour images and illustrations Includes DVD of laparoscopic surgery procedures Previous edition published in 2009
In an Indian household; the cleaning up of the house is the first step towards the celebration of an approaching festival. Not only it is hygienic but the symbolic significance of the festival is enhanced many times by this act of cleaning. It symbolizes purity of mind and clarity of thoughts before one goes to pray and celebrate an event of importance. These acts lead us to the attainment of the ultimate elation; where the body is in the pink of health and the mind is in the depths of joy. Such insight and farsightedness in thought and actions have been the hallmark of the Indian history. These actions are nothing but the manifestations of our rich cultural heritage. A festival is a symbol of a prosperous society and a rich culture; it signifies growth and development. Therefore; any development; any growth is no less than a festival and the primary step to a celebration; which starts with cleanliness. For India; ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ is nothing but the first step towards celebrating development and prosperity. Certainly this book will facilitate the fulfillment of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Swachh Bharat by Mridula Sinha, Dr. R.K. Sinha: Explore the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Campaign) and its significance in promoting cleanliness and sanitation. Mridula Sinha and Dr. R.K. Sinha likely provide insights into the campaign's objectives, implementation, and impact on India's cleanliness drive. It offers readers a comprehensive understanding of this nationwide initiative. Key Aspects of the Book "Swachh Bharat": Clean India Campaign: Learn about the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, its origins, and its goals. Promoting Sanitation: Explore the importance of cleanliness and sanitation in the context of public health and environmental well-being. Mridula Sinha and Dr. R.K. Sinha likely shed light on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in "Swachh Bharat." This book aims to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in India.
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