Embark on a comprehensive journey through the intricacies of the Right to Information Act with this meticulously curated guide. In this enlightening volume, the author meticulously dissects each section of the RTI Act, presenting a thorough exploration of its provisions. What sets this book apart is the author's relentless effort to unearth and compile case laws, particularly the judgments from various High Courts and the Supreme Court. The heart of this book lies in its dedication to shedding light on the legal interpretations of each provision. By delving into the judgements that have shaped the application of the RTI Act, the author provides an invaluable resource for advocates, social activists, and the general public. This compilation serves as a compass, guiding readers through the complexities of the law and empowering them with the knowledge to navigate the RTI Act effectively.
The Book Is A Pioneering Study Of Its Kind, Chronologically Examining The Novels Of Anita Desai Mostly From A Feminist Point Of View. The Book Excels In Formally Analysing Indian And Western Traditions Of Feminism, Man-Woman Relationship And Art Of Characterisation In The Overall Context Of The Feminine Psyche Which It Thoroughly Examines. Anita Desai S Is A World Of Married Women Who Combat To Get Out Of The Maniacles That Bind Them; To Evolve From Being A Mere Nonentity Victim To A Vibrant Individual Capable Of Breaking The Fetters Without Breaking The Relationship. The Book Is A Voyage From A Sense Of Incompetence And Paranoia To Self-Awareness And Resilience, To Self-Poise And Concord Within The Family Matrix. Dr. Gupta Shows How Anita Desai Has Depicted The Depths Of Human Consciousness And Subconsciousness In Her Existential Concern Which Makes Her Writings Uniquely Powerful Through Feminism. Hence, The Need And Justification Of The Book To Undertake The Present Study Of Her New Perspective On Feminism.
This book presents a comparative analysis of cross-border mergers and acquisitions (CBMA) in terms of competitive framework and procedures between India and the United States of America. It discusses themes like statutes, regulations, rulings, legislations and analysis of CBMA; competition law, antitrust, and demerger; new legal initiatives by India like New Economic Policy (NEP), Goods and Services Tax (GST), demonetisation and amendments in the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA); and the impact of COVID on CBMA, to showcase the challenges and opportunities of specific CBMA experience in India in a global framework. This book will be an essential read for scholars and researchers of law, corporate law, company law, international company law, corporate governance, international relations, public policy, international trade law, economics, and for practitioners, policymakers and consultants working on the subject.
From fatal heatwaves and cruel droughts to devastating floods and fast-depleting water tables, climate change is the greatest disruptor of our time ? and it can no longer be ignored. For most of us the odds seem overwhelming and solutions seem out of reach. Yet, in this forcefully argued book, climate change practitioner, teacher and investor Mridula Ramesh emphasizes that while the situation is grim, it is not without hope. Drawing on her extensive practical and investing experience, she explores myriad facets of this raging issue: why women are peculiarly affected by a warming climate; how climate change poses a security threat to the Indian state; why just focussing on green sources of power is an incomplete solution for India; how managing waste can create hundreds of thousands of urban jobs and how households can cope in a `Day Zero? water situation. In doing so, she shows how climate warriors, from the cotton fields of Punjab and thriving eco start-ups in Bengaluru, to a forest guardian in Assam and the johads of Rajasthan, have employed ingenuity and initiative to adapt to the changing conditions ? and sometimes reverse their shattering effects. Timely, urgent and thought-provoking, this book is an urgent call to action ? and an essential manifesto for every Indian citizen to follow.
This title has been written with an underlying aim in mind – to document critical judicial interpretations relating to the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 in a wide variety of situations. The book annotates the statute section by section from the legal standpoint and offers a systematic exposition of the Act in the form of a narrative, properly arranged under relevant chapters and topical headings. The analytical sub-headings of the chapters, marginal notes and index at the end of the book will serve as excellent aids for easy reference. It traces the legislative history of the Act and fulfils the long-felt need for an introductory study of the Act. The citation of case law is judicious and up-to date. Provisions relating to recovery of provident fund arrears have been dealt with extensively by citing relevant case laws under the Income Tax (Certificate Proceedings) Rules, 1962 and the Civil Procedure Code, 1908. The book will serve as a valuable reference to judges and lawyers dealing with the law of Employees’ Provident Funds. It will also serve as a useful guide to Provident Fund Commissioners, Recovery Officers and other officers of the EPF Organisation working in the field.
The Present Book Is Based On Practical Experiences And Extensive Details About The Problems, Which A Common Man Faces Due To The Negligence And Attitude Of Government Officials And Employees. A Sincere Effort Has Been Made To Give The Correct Picture Of Day-To-Day Life Without Being Biased To Any Particular Person, Department, And Political Parties Whosoever. The Book Highlights The Problems In Various Walks Of Life And Also Suggests Solutions, Which May Be Acceptable To Everybody. Standardization Process Provides Us With Different Sets Of Rules Suggested By International Standard Organization (Iso). These Are Worldwide-Accepted Rules And Laws, Which Once Implemented Effectively Will Yield Good Results In Every Sphere Of Life. Formation Of Different Task Forces, Monitoring Agencies, Online 24×7 Complaint Centres, And Quality Control Board Is Suggested To Update The Old System Of Governing. Needless To Mention, The Book Will Appeal To All Social Thinkers In General, Government Executives And Planners In Particular, Standardization, Quality Certification And Implementation Offices. The Areas Of Concern, As Suggested By The Author, Are Education, Health, And Civic Services, Governance, Politics, Industries, Environment, Tourism And Religion. In Addition To Highlighting The Existing Problems, The Author Has Also Devised Solutions And Best Possible Way To Tackle Them.
Based on Bahl and Bhartia's popular 1980 classic, Microstrip Antennas, this all new book provides the detail antenna engineers and designers need to design any type of microstrip antenna. After addressing essential microchip antenna theory, the authors highlight current design and engineering practices, emphasizing the most pressing issues in this area, including broadbanding, circular polarization, and active microstrip antennas in particular. Special design challenges, ranging from dual polarization, high bandwidth, and surface wave mitigation, to choosing the proper substrate, and shaping an antenna to achieve desired results are all covered.
This book focuses on various aspects of nanotechnology based gene silencing. The initial chapters detail the techniques available for in vitro and in vivo characterization of nanoparticles. In the later chapters, exhaustive details about various polymeric systems employed for gene silencing has been accounted.
The book, consists of 31 chapters, will be useful to scientists working in the field of entomology. Chapters 1-10 present comprehensive review of concept and implementation and future need of pest management, impact of climate on pest population, insect invasion, pollinators, pesticide use, bar coding as tool to understand diversity and pesticide formulation and safety to environment. The next 5 chapters present comprehensive information on host plant resistance, soil solarization, neem and behaviour modify chemicals as component of pest management. Chapters 16-26 present the management strategies on crops like sugarcane, rice, sorghum, tobacco, fruits, vegetables crops and stored grain pests and strategies for management of mites which are emerging pests of agricultural crops. In the last 5 chapters presents the strategies for transmission of technology and its impact and the role of electronic media on dissemination of technology. The book contains comprehensive information in recent trends in various aspects of pest management complied by scientist working in specialized areas of pest management. The book will be useful to students, teachers, researchers and policy planners associated with pest management.
This book explores the role that some natural molecules found in fruits and vegetables, and their derivatives, play in excessive oxidation reactions that lead to inflammation in the human body. Particular attention is given to oxidation during food processing, especially when it comes to high-energy foods (derived from cereals) with notable amounts of oxidation-sensible lipids and protein chains. This book critically assesses the increased consumption of high-energy foods from a public health perspective. In addition, it provides an overview of the research into the unsaturated fatty acids and polypeptides responsible for nitric oxide production and elucidates the analytical identification of natural inflammatory molecules in fruits and vegetables. The book appeals not only to academic researchers and professors interested in public hygiene and food safety; medicine; food production; HACCP studies, but also to public health practitioners, and regulatory specialists and consultants.
This book offer a plethora of environmentally benign alternatives to these chemical insecticides. It is hoped that the book will fill the wide gap in literature on utilization of biological and molecular approaches in biointensive IPM as an alternative to chemical insecticide based IPM for sustainable insect pest management in future.
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.
Recent advances in semiconductor technology offer vertical interconnect access (via) that extend through silicon, popularly known as through silicon via (TSV). This book provides a comprehensive review of the theory behind TSVs while covering most recent advancements in materials, models and designs. Furthermore, depending on the geometry and physical configurations, different electrical equivalent models for Cu, carbon nanotube (CNT) and graphene nanoribbon (GNR) based TSVs are presented. Based on the electrical equivalent models the performance comparison among the Cu, CNT and GNR based TSVs are also discussed.
This book provides an exhaustive analysis of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), 2016, discussing its multifaceted impact on the real estate sector. It thoroughly examines RERA's legal, professional, and practical dimensions and associated regulations, catering to various stakeholders. Organised into multiple sections, each part of the book focuses on distinct elements and viewpoints relevant to real estate regulation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding. This book incorporates the perspectives of the following stakeholders: • General Section (Applicable to All Stakeholders) • Promoters • Real Estate Agents • Allottees and Association of Allottees • Professional Perspective including CAs, Advocates, Engineers, Architects The Present Publication is the 2nd Edition, authored by the study group of industry experts & representatives from all stakeholders. It is edited by CA. Ramesh S. Prabhu & co-edited by CA. Vinay Thyagaraj, with the following noteworthy features: • [Content and Structure of the Manual] The manual covers various practice areas like registration, certification, and litigation, catering to different stakeholders. It includes legal provisions, SOPs, FAQs, and judicial rulings • [Inclusion of Peripheral Subjects] Beyond RERA provisions, the manual also addresses related areas like o Income Tax o GST o Stamp Duty o Registration o Insolvency and Bankruptcy o Other Relevant Laws • [Practice Manual for Practitioners and Professionals] The manual serves as a guide for new entrants and a reference for seasoned real estate practitioners, covering legal aspects and including various formats and drafts • [Limitations and Challenges] The manual acknowledges the limitations in applying a uniform approach to practice and non-practice-oriented topics, aiming to elevate the standards of beginners and intermediate practitioners • [Professional Application and Compliance] It emphasises the need for Chartered Accountants and professionals to apply their knowledge creatively while adhering to RERA's objectives and client needs • [Dynamic Nature of RERA and Legal Changes] The manual incorporates the evolving nature of RERA, legal pronouncements, and building regulations The detailed contents of the book are as follows: • General – Applicable to all Stakeholders o Overview of RERA, 2016 o Journey & Implementation of RERA & Important Circulars of MahaRERA from Inception till December 2023 o Objective and Purpose of RERA o Real Estate Sector Deficiencies Addressed by RERA o The Authorities to Implement the Act o Powers and Functions of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority o Powers and Functions of Adjudicating Officers o Central Advisory Council – Establishment and Functions o Real Estate Appellate Tribunal and its Functions and Powers • Promoter – From the Promoters Perspective o Promoter under RERA o Functions and Duties of Promoter o Registration of Real Estate Project – Legal Framework o Documents Required and the Process of Registration o Operation of RERA Designated Bank Account o Financial Planning for Real Estate Projects o Quarterly Progress Report (QPR) to be done by the Promoters o Procedure to Extend the Period of the Registration o Procedure for Amendment or Modification in the Sanctioned Plans o Transfer of Real Estate Project to Third Party o The Transfer of Title o Force Majeure and COVID Impact on Real Estate Sector o Advertising and Marketing Post RERA o Importance of End Date/Completion Date and Date of Possession under RERA o Change in Process and Procedure of Real Estate Business post-RERA o Car Parking Space and MahaRERA Circular o RERA Compliance Report by Chartered Accountant o De-Registration of the Project o Gradation of Real Estate Projects • Agent – From the Real Estate Agent Perspective o Registration of Estate Agents Legal Framework o Process to Obtain Registration for Real Estate Agent o Functions of Real Estate Agent o Impact of RERA on Estate Agents o Changing Business Landscape for REALTORS Post RERA o Training and Certification for Real Estate Agents o Self Regulatory Organisation for Real Estate Agents. o Anti-Money-laundering, Countering the Financing of Terrorism and Combating Proliferation Financing Guidelines for Real Estate Agents, 2023 • Allottees – From the Allottees and the Association of Allottees Perspective o Revocation of Registration of the Project o Stalled Real Estate Projects and Revival o Alternative Investment Fund for Real Estate, including SWAMIH Funds o Rights and Duties of Allottees o Association of Allottees o Remedies for Conveyance and Deemed Conveyance o Allottee Due Diligence Before Purchasing Property • Professional – From a Professional Perspective for CAs, Advocates, Engineers, Architects o Title Certificate o Allotment Letter, Agreement for Sale and Sale Deed o Role and Responsibilities of Architect under RERA o The Roles & Responsibilities of a Civil Engineer and Issue of FORM 2 under RERA o Quality Assurance and Defect Liability under RERA o Certificate in Form 3 By Chartered Accountant o Audit by Chartered Accountant under MahaRERA (Form No. 5) o Guidance Note on Accounting for Real Estate Transactions (Revised 2012) and Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Ind AS-115) o Key Audit Challenges – Real Estate Sector o Real Estate Collaborations & Significance of Corporate Due Diligence • Redressal – Redressal System: Complaint, Appeal, Second Appeal, Conciliation o Source (Complaints Against Unregistered Projects for Registration) o Complaint Filing and its Procedure o Process of an Inquiry by the Authority or Adjudication Officer o Appeals under RERA o Second Appeal before the High Court o Execution of orders of MahaRERA and Adjudicating Officer o Execution of a Decree under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 o Complaints by the Association of Allottees o Offences and Penalties o MahaRERA Conciliation and Dispute Resolution Forum o MahaRERA Conciliation Forum Role Model of ADR in the Real Estate Sector o Establishing of a Home Buyer/Allottee Grievance Redressal Cell • Income Tax, GST – Taxation: Income Tax, GST, Stamp Duty and Registration o Income tax Applicable on Real Estate Transactions o Overview of GST Implications for the Real Estate Sector o Stamp Duty and Registration • Allied Laws – Other Allied Laws like MRTP, DCPR, IBC, Consumer Protection, etc. o Real Estate Laws of India o Salient Features of Maharashtra Ownership Flats Act, 1963 ('MOFA') o Comparison between MOFA and RERA o Overview of Maharashtra Apartment Ownership Act, 1970 o Development Control Regulations and MahaRERA o Consumer Protection and RERA – Best Recourse to Allottees o Draft Format/Specimen of Consumer Complaint o Landmark Judgments of the Consumer Courts o Insolvency Resolution Process in Real Estate o Interplay of PMLA, Benami, FEMA with RERA • Miscellaneous – Topics Related to Real Estate Rulings & Redevelopment o Constitutional Validity of RERA o Analysis of Judgments o Redevelopment and RERA
This book discusses the scope and limitations of the antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of foods as medicines or medicinal coadjuvants in traditional Indian herbal therapies. The first chapter introduces readers to the relevance of the Ayurveda system, its holistic classification approach, applications of selected herbs and the demonstrable efficacy of herbal extracts in terms of antimicrobial susceptibility. In turn, the second chapter discusses the antimicrobial properties and kinetic mechanisms of inhibition ascribed to selected vegetable extracts. The third chapter addresses the antioxidant power of phenolic compounds from vegetable products and herbal extracts. The book closes with a review of natural antioxidant agents’ role in the treatment of metabolic disorders. Written from an Indian perspective, this book unravels the chemistry of the traditional Indian diet and its impact on health. Further, it can serve as a reference for other traditional products with similar health claims.
A straightforward introduction to basic concepts and methodologies for digital photoelasticity, providing a foundation on which future researchers and students can develop their own ideas. The book thus promotes research into the formulation of problems in digital photoelasticity and the application of these techniques to industries. In one volume it provides data acquisition by DIP techniques, its analysis by statistical techniques, and its presentation by computer graphics plus the use of rapid prototyping technologies to speed up the entire process. The book not only presents the various techniques but also provides the relevant time-tested software codes. Exercises designed to support and extend the treatment are found at the end of each chapter.
This book entitled “Agroforestry forClimate Resilience and Rural Livelihood” would help the readers to gain knowledge on importance of agroforestry for climate change and providing ecosystem services through many ways. This is a testimony and a ready reckoner to help to solve the challenges of climatic vagaries and resource degradation of natural resource bases. The compilation would certainly provide the steps that should be taken to meet the twin objective of climate resilience and livelihood security through adoption of agroforestry models. This book would definitely be helpful forpolicy makers, planners, academicians, students and scientists to suggest the technologies and strategies to the farmers for enhancing their productivity, economic stability, meeting nutritional security under the changing climatic scenario. The key features includes the idea of ecosystem services relevance in present day context, which otherwise was being neglected. The voluminous compilation will act as a boost for farmers to adopt agroforestry system in their pursuit for better environmental management and resilience against the climate change.
This book, consisting a series of papers written by experts in their respective fields of specialization, will provide a comprehensive coverage of renewable energy technologies, such as wind, wave and solar thermal energy. Other industrial terms like photovoltaic systems, biomass, distributed generations and small hydro power systems are also discussed and further elaborated upon. The Handbook of Renewable Energy Technology will be of great practical benefit to professionals, scientists and researchers in the relevant industries, and will be of interest to those of the general public wanting to know more about renewable energy technologies.
Hydrothermal Behavior of Fiber- and Nanomaterial-Reinforced Polymer Composites provides critical information regarding the in-service environmental damage and degradation studies of nano/fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites focusing on hydrothermal degradation. Covering hydrothermal properties of a wide range of polymer composites, the book is aimed at graduate students, researchers, and professionals in material engineering, composite materials, nanomaterials, and related fields.
The immune system is a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against attacks by "foreign" invaders. Invaders are primarily microbes such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Because the human body provides an ideal environment for many microbes, they try to break in. It is the immune system's job to keep them out or, failing that, to seek out and destroy them. When the immune system hits the wrong target or is crippled, however, it can unleash seversl diseases, including allergy, arthritis or immune disorders.
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