Volume 14 | Issue 2 |

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Abstract This study examines the formation of hyphenated identities and the function of cultural memory in the works of Jhumpa Lahiri. As a prominent voice in contemporary diasporic literature, Lahiri articulates the complexities of Indian-American subjectivity through narratives shaped by migration, displacement, intergenerational conflict and linguistic negotiation. Drawing upon postcolonial theory, diaspora studies and memory studies, particularly the works of Homi K. Bhabha, Stuart Hall and Jan Assmann, this paper argues that Lahiri's fiction constructs identity as an ongoing process of cultural translation rather than a stable essence. Through close readings of Interpreter of Maladies (1999), The Namesake (2003), Unaccustomed Earth (2008) and The Lowland (2013), the article demonstrates how Lahiri situates her characters within liminal spaces where personal memory and collective history intersect. Ultimately, her narratives reveal that hyphenated identity is not a fractured condition but a dynamic site of negotiation where cultural memory becomes both burden and bridge.

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Hyphenated Identity, Cultural Memory, Indian Diaspora, Hybridity, Intergenerational Conflict, Migration and Identity, Communicative Memory.

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This article studies the decline of the Left Front in West Bengal, which ruled the state from 1977 to 2011. In its early years, the government gained strong support through land reforms, rural development, and the strengthening of local self-government. However, over time several problems emerged. Industrial growth slowed down, private investment declined, and frequent labour unrest affected economic development. The state also faced financial difficulties. Gradually, local institutions became influenced by party control and patronage networks. This reduced transparency and created dissatisfaction among sections of the people. Allegations of political violence and lack of democratic space further increased anti-incumbency feelings. At the same time, the government failed to adjust to new economic changes and rising aspirations of urban and middle-class voters. The growth of the All India Trinamool Congress provided a strong alternative. These factors together led to the Left Front's defeat in the 2011 election.

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Left Front, West Bengal Politics, Industrial Stagnation, Patronage Politics, Electoral Realignment

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NEP 2020 is first education policy of the 21st century and the success or to his 34-year-old National Policy on Education(NPE) is 1986. NEP 2020 is the third National Education Policy launched by the government of India on July 29, 2020. The Ministry of Human Resource Development solidified a commission made by former ISRO chairman Dr.K.Kasturirangan, who defined the vision of Indias new education system. The New Education Policy discourse challenge the current education system expressions similar to Quality, Affordability, Equity, Access, and Accountability. Aiming to make both School and university education more inclusive, flexible and interdisciplinary to meet the needs of the 21st century, and to highlight the unique abilities of each student, we aim to bring India to a vibrant knowledge base. NEP aims to increase the focus on strengthening teacher training, reforming the existing exam system, early childhood Care and restructuring the regulatory framework of education. The present study aims to critically disseet the opportunities and challenges of NEP 2020 regarding teacher education. The present study is qualitative. The data have been collected by using secondary sources. The secondary data were collected through Article, Journal, Research Paper, Official reports and publications(report of GOI, NEP-2020 final draft) Website and govt.reports, e-book, Research project etc. The findings of the study revealed factors like lack of quality teacher training Institutes, upgrading curriculum and pedagogical approaches, ensuring quality in teacher recruitment and selection, bridging the gap between theory and practical exposure, embracing technological integration in teacher education, poor learning outcomes and teacher quality etc. are the current challenges faced by teacher education programs. The NEP on Teacher Education will focus on enhancing the quality of teacher education and present the teacher education system in a world-class context by overcoming these challenges.

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Teacher Education, NEP-2020, Opportunities and Challenges, Quality Education.

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This study examines the patterns, purposes, and impacts of social media usage among students of North East India Central Universities. Data collected from 570 respondents reveal that WhatsApp is the most preferred platform, followed by YouTube and Instagram. The majority of students spend 3 - 5 hours daily on social media, with many using it regularly for educational purposes. Social media is primarily used for accessing news and information, though academic and socialization purposes are also significant. Findings indicate that social media strongly influences academic performance, with most students reporting maximum or moderate impact. While many adapt easily to new social media platforms, a notable minority face challenges. Issues of distraction, authenticity, information overload, and platform fragmentation highlight both the benefits and drawbacks of social media in students' academic lives.

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Social media tools, North East India, Central Universities, students, social media challenges.

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Abstract: A study investigating the positive and negative psychological effects of creating a professional network on LinkedIn. LinkedIn is designed to increase professional self-efficacy, develop social capital, boost career confidence, and create stronger professional identity through access to networks and visibility of achievements. Using LinkedIn excessively too much may cause adverse mental health consequences including social comparisons, anxiety, FOMO, impaired self-esteem, and may also result in feelings of inadequacy and the pressure of trying to maintain an "idealized" professional persona. This analysis draws upon many different perspectives from the literature to determine if LinkedIn supports individuals' career advancement and whether it increases risk of mental health problems through comparison with others and need for external validation based on use of the social media platform. Future research should explore longitudinal studies, moderating factors regarding personality, and potential strategies for the adaptive use of LinkedIn-based digital professional networking to promote successful careers and well-being. Overall, this analysis will provide a foundation for both academics and practitioners in gaining insight into the psychological aspects of digital professional networking.

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Keywords: Digital platforms, Professional networking, Social comparison, Psychological well-being.

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The quick commerce sector has been rapidly developing in India, and the digital retail automation has contributed to this field, although there is less empirical evidence that can be used to determine the effect of the technologies on consumer decisions. The present research examines both the direct and indirect impact of digital retail automation on purchase intention based on the data that were gathered on 389 customers. The relationships between automation, perceived convenience, trust, impulse buying and purchase intention were measured using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results have shown that automation is a powerful stimulator of purchase intention that directly and indirectly affects it and that the strongest mediating variable is perceived convenience. It is also worth noting that trust and impulse buying have significant indirect impacts, which implies that cognitive and emotive influences influence consumer behaviours in the quick commerce setting. Generally, the findings allow concluding that automation technologies are essential in influencing consumer experiences, lessening the effort of decision-making, and enhancing dependence on a platform. The research is relevant to the theoretical underpinnings in explaining how automation may operate in multiple pathways to affect behaviour and provide empirical insights on how Q-commerce companies can use automated systems as an optimisation tool to enhance consumer satisfaction, trust, and engagement.

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Digital retail automation, quick commerce, consumer decision-making, perceived convenience, trust, impulse buying, purchase intention, structural equation modeling (SEM)

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Abstract The expansion of digital payment systems in India has significantly transformed the country's financial ecosystem, particularly after initiatives like Digital India and the promotion of UPI-based payments. However, rural areas still face significant barriers in adopting digital payment systems. This research paper examines the challenges faced by rural people in using digital transactions in Keonjhar district of Odisha. The study identifies key issues such as lack of digital literacy, poor internet connectivity, cybersecurity concerns, language barriers, and limited access to smartphones. Based on primary and secondary data, the study highlights the gap between awareness and actual usage of digital payment systems. The paper also suggests practical measures to improve digital transaction adoption in rural communities. The paper concludes that digital transactions have the potential to transform rural economies by promoting financial inclusion and economic transparency. It recommended targeted awareness programs, infrastructure improvement, provide education about the cybersecurity and measures to strengthen digital financial inclusion in rural areas.

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Keywords: Transformed, Digitalization, Authenticity, Awareness, Strengthening

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Fish scales from marine are the most significant waste. It contains a lot of collagen components, proteins. Collagen was extracted in this experiment using the hydro-extraction method. After the isolation of collagen from the emperor scale of marine fish species, SEM and FTIR analysis were employed to examine the confirmation of collagen's structure, elements functional groups and bonds. Cotton fabric was coated with the isolated collagen solution in various concentrations of 5% and 10%. Both the warp and weft directions were used to determine the tearing strength of the coated and uncoated cotton fabric. Then, SEM examination was used to examine the coated fabric's morphology. A one-way ANOVA statistical method was performed in this study for analyzing the improvements in tearing strength in both warp and weft directions. In terms of tearing strength, the coated cotton fabric outperformed the uncoated cotton fabric in both warp and weft directions. Overall, the morphology and tearing strength of the 5% collagen-coated cotton fabric evolved.

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Marine Fish Scale, Collagen Extraction, Coating, Morphology, Tearing Strength

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Assess, Behavioral problems, Preschoolers, Caregivers, Information booklet Introduction

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This study explores the relationship between corruption and political stability in modern states, with particular attention to how political institutions, legal frameworks, and governance structures influence corruption levels. Corruption remains a persistent challenge across different political systems, weakening public trust and undermining state authority. The study examines how factors such as political stability, the strength of legal institutions, historical legacies, and government size shape corruption outcomes. It also considers how corruption can both result from weak political institutions and, in some cases, contribute to the survival of unstable or non-democratic regimes by reinforcing informal networks of power. By adopting an interdisciplinary approach, the study highlights the reciprocal relationship between corruption and political stability, showing that stable and accountable political systems are better equipped to control corruption. The findings emphasize that sustained democratic practices and strong institutional constraints play a crucial role in reducing corruption and promoting long-term political stability.

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Political Corruption; Political Stability; Governance; Democratic Institutions; Rule of Law; Institutional Quality; State Legitimacy; Accountability; Authoritarian Regimes; Public Trust; Anti-Corruption Strategies

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