Volume 12 | Issue 11 |

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Diabetes is a chronic, irreversible disease in which the glucose level in the blood is elevated. It is associated with potential health complications, such as cardiovascular, renal, dermatological, and ocular complications. Monitoring blood glucose levels is costly and time-consuming for patients. The work in this paper develops a predictive model using a decision tree classifier to predict diabetes in women and offers an early intervention and lifestyle modification solution that has the potential to reduce the risk of complications due to diabetes. This model was developed and validated using a Kaggle dataset, showing high accuracy for differentiating between diabetic and non-diabetic cases. The model generalizes well when trained on a large dataset, and thereby, based on just one sample, reliable individual predictions can be made. Such an approach will be a practical, accessible screening tool for the assessment of risk for diabetes benefiting high-risk populations as it opens up opportunities for timely preventive measures.

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MACHINE LEARNING

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In India, medical devices are regulated by the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), a part of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. While several medical device companies operate in India, only 7% of implants--classified as Class III medical devices--are manufactured domestically. With an import dependency of 75%, the European Union is the largest supplier.High-risk goods like orthopaedic implants, cardiac stents, and diagnostic equipment are frequently imported from the US. Orthopaedic implants, designed to replace or support damaged bones and joints, are defined as devices that help prevent musculoskeletal deformities and injuries. The regulation of imports aims to equip healthcare professionals to use these devices effectively, which in turn will enhance patient compliance and improve their quality of life. Additionally, various fiscal initiatives are in place to encourage the research, development, manufacturing, and import of medical devices in India, including specific standards for orthopaedic implants. The regulatory frameworks of European and international standards organizations differ in their approach, and new areas of work are also being developed to further strengthen these standards.

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Medical Devices, Regulations, Drug controller general of India(DCGI), Central drugs Organisation of India(CDSCO), Class III medical devices, Implants, Orthopaedic Implants, Regulatory Framework

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This dissertation, titled "Status of digital payment post demonetisation," investigates the impact of India's 2016 demonetisation policy on the adoption and usage of digital payment systems. The study addresses the key issue of whether demonetisation has led to a sustainable shift towards digital transactions and identifies the factors influencing this transition. The research analyzes pre- and post-demonetisation digital payment trends, user demographics, and transaction volumes, supplemented by qualitative insights from stakeholders. The findings indicate that while demonetisation triggered a significant increase in digital transactions, with the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) clocking over 4 billion transactions per month, the long-term shift towards a less cash economy has been limited. Despite the initial surge in digital payments, cash in circulation has increased by 57.5% since 2016, contradicting the policy's objective of reducing cash transactions. The study also highlights that the digital payment adoption was likely to occur regardless of demonetisation, given the existing trend of increasing digital transactions. The significance of these findings lies in understanding the effectiveness of policy interventions aimed at promoting digital economies and the unintended consequences on various economic sectors, particularly the MSMEs and informal sectors which were severely impacted. The broader implications suggest that policy makers should consider more nuanced and multi-faceted approaches to foster a sustainable transition to digital payments, rather than relying on drastic measures like demonetisation.

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Demonetisation, UPI, Digital payments

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Introduction: Menstruation is a normal physiological cycle, common to all the female in the reproductive age group. PMS is not real life threatening but it can seriously alter the quality of life of many women and affect their productivity and mental health. The number of women seeking treatment for premenstrual symptoms is on the rise. Approximately 80-90% of women experience some symptoms in the premenstrual period at some point in their reproductive years. Methods: The present study is a pre-experimental, one group pre-test post-test design was used for the study. Using the purposive random sampling technique, 100 adolescent girls were selected and the data was collected by administering the Structured Knowledge Questionnaire on premenstrual syndrome during adolescence period. After collecting data, the planned teaching programme (PTP) was administered to the subjects on the same day and on 8thday, a post-test was conducted using the same Structured Knowledge Questionnaire. The collected data was analyzed using the descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Finding shows that pre group of female students 41 (41.0%) had poor knowledge score, 35 (35.0%) had Average knowledge score and 24(24.0%) female students had poor knowledge pre-menstrual syndrome. Additionally, after that the implement of PTP, post group of female students 34 (34.0%) had poor knowledge score, 21 (21.0%) had Average knowledge score and 45(45.0%) female students had post knowledge pre-menstrual syndrome. Discussion and conclusion: The findings of the study concluded that the planned teaching programme was effective in improving the knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding life style changes in the prevention of premenstrual syndrome during adolescence period. Educating the adolescent girls, will help them to become more aware about their own health and also helps for early detection and treatment.

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Pre-menstrual syndrome, Planned Teaching Program, Female students

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This research investigates the effectiveness of a comprehensive awareness program aimed at raising awareness about substance abuse among children from marginalized communities in Lucknow. Conducted over 53 days in collaboration with Pehchaan NGO, the study involved various interactive and educational activities designed to enhance understanding and resistance to substance abuse. Pre-test and post-test evaluations were done to measure changes in awareness and knowledge about substance abuse. The findings reveal significant improvements in the children's understanding of substance abuse and their ability to resist peer pressure, highlighting the importance of engaging and educational interventions.

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Substance Abuse, Children, marginalized communities, education, awareness, prevention

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Digital marketing has revolutionized how brands promote themselves and engage with consumers, with YouTube and Instagram emerging as key players. This study examines the marketing strategies and impact of these two influential platforms.YouTube stands out as a platform for video content, enabling brands to create engaging narratives that resonate with viewers. Through various formats such as tutorials, product demonstrations, and collaborations with influencers, businesses can reach a broad audience and benefit from the platform's diverse user base. Its advanced algorithms facilitate targeted advertising, enhancing brand visibility and encouraging consumer interaction.On the other hand, Instagram prioritizes visually appealing content and encourages user participation, making it an excellent choice for building brand image and fostering community. With features like Stories, Reels, and shopping capabilities, brands can create interactive experiences that drive engagement and sales. The platform's emphasis on influencer partnerships further strengthens brand messages, appealing to consumers' desire for authenticity.This abstract highlights the distinct strengths of YouTube and Instagram in the realm of digital marketing, emphasizing the importance for brands to effectively leverage both platforms to boost engagement, expand reach, and increase conversion rates. The analysis underscores the need for content that aligns with the unique characteristics of each platform to optimize marketing outcomes in the digital era.

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Social Media Marketing,Visual Marketing,Content Strategy,Targeted Advertising,Marketing Analytics,Brand Identity

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This study explores the association between perfectionism and demographic factors, specifically gender and socioeconomic status (SES), among young adults. Employing the Big Three Perfectionism Scale--Short Version (BTPS-SF) and the modified Kuppuswamy SES Scale, we evaluated 85 participants aged 18-26, comprising equal gender representation. The results indicate significant gender-related variations in self-critical perfectionism, with females scoring slightly higher than males. Similarly, participants from higher SES backgrounds displayed elevated levels of perfectionism, suggesting a possible link between socioeconomic pressure and perfectionistic tendencies. These findings emphasize the impact of demographic variables on perfectionistic behavior, which has important implications for mental health interventions targeting young adults.

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: Perfectionism, Gender differences, Socioeconomic status, Self-criticism, Adaptive perfectionism, Maladaptive perfectionism.

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Brian Hunter has been called by the media as the 'rogue trader who got away with it' (Goodman). Accused of energy market manipulation, Hunter earned as much as $100 million a year and earned 15 percent of his profits in an "eat-what-you-kill" bonus arrangement as head natural gas trader at Amaranth. Under him what appeared to be a profit streak led Amaranth to shift from their diversified focus to energy trading. But on 23 September 2006, Amaranth Advisors lost almost 65% and eventually closed up. The loss was because of rogue trading and a 'complete breakdown in risk control' (Amaranth Advisors). Hunter's bonuses, like those of many like him, are linked with how much they can rake in, perhaps in a short period of time, and thus the issue of implementing bonus caps is not surprising. Where there may be moral hazard between a material risk taker, and the shareholders for whom they invest, there will be plausible reasoning for the imposition of bonus caps.

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This research paper studies the impact of packaging design on consumer purchasing behaviour, specifically focusing on beauty and wellness products. This study dives into how the packaging of beauty and wellness product items influences what consumers like you choose to buy and investigate how various aspects of packaging--such as consistency in branding, customisation, and sensory engagement affects consumer purchasing decisions. This study is based on both primary and secondary data and a questionnaire tool is used to achieve the research objectives. The study shows that innovative packaging has the most influential effect on consumer buying behaviour compared to the other packaging elements. This study provide valuable insights for brands to enhance their packaging strategies who are in this industry and helps them to understan d how to make their products stand out on the shelves.

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Packaging Design, Consumer Behaviour, Customised Packaging, Branding, Beauty and Wellness Products

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This article aims to dive deep in the concept of freedom of press and media which is an important facet of right to freedom of expression and speech envisaged in the Indian constitution in light of reasonable restrictions. The main objective of this article is to analyse the reasonable restrictions provided under the Indian constitution in the contemporary era and how are they being misused, at the same time the challenges which are faced by the people in media thus bringing out a balance among the two. Media consciousness in the current arena is important to maintain an equilibrium between the democratic values and the responsible disclosure of information. With the growing technology and advancement of digital age the accessibility to information has increased at the same time the reliability and credibility of such information has decreased due to political legal and ethical problems. The historical context and evolution of the right to freedom of press can be traced in various international laws and amendments. This article concludes that the right to freedom of press although not explicitly mentioned anywhere it can be implied from article 19(1) of the Indian constitution creating a notable impression in the landscape of Indian jurisprudence. There are ample challenges posed and the press not being free in the real sense there is still some gap left for the legislature to bridge with the help of comprehensive legislation while maintaining constitutional integrity and democratic values.

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constitution, freedom of press, media consciousness

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