Volume 12 | Issue 2 |

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RRR's nomination and win in the prestigious platform like Golden Globes has put Indian Cinema on the spotlight. The consequence came forth in the form of a debate- Do we need the western validation to accept any Indian language film as an Indian film? To trace the answer we have to go back to the inception of Parallel Cinema which was nurtured by the likes of Satyajit Ray. The Bengali directors prioritised on "giving a meaning" to the process of making cinema and brought up the issues which were spoken in "dulled whispers". The movies which showed the lives and times of Bengali people started to be considered as the true portrait of Indian cinema world wide. However, in the absence of any major accolade from the west the Bengali cinema was reduced back to its regional status as commercialization ended the Art Cinema and for a long time Bollywood held the center strong. Of late, there seems to be another paradigm shift in Indian Cinema as South Indian films are making their way to the centre. These films which were earlier treated as the 'other' now got a new identity of the 'self'. The journey of both Parallel and Pan Indian Cinema getting the identity of Indian Cinema is the margin becoming the centre. Scorsese's appreciation for Ray and Cameron's fondness for Rajamouli's work is one of the reasons why viewers and critics accepted both their works as pure Indian Cinema. However, this further raises the question of whether the validation from the west is the only way to bring the margin to the center. The answer is provided by the film Kantara which has been able to independently make its way to the centre without any intervention from the west. This paper aims to study the factors responsible for the above paradigm shift and tries to uncover the various post colonial political agendas working behind all these.

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Validation, Parallel Cinema, Commercialization, Paradigm, Pan Indian Cinema

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences, not only on public health but also on various socio-economic aspects. One area that has been significantly impacted is migration, particularly in rural areas. As mentioned in the sources above, the pandemic has resulted in increased vulnerability for rural families who rely on migration as a means of livelihood and support. Prior to the pandemic, many rural families relied on migration as a way to supplement their income and improve their economic prospects.

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Migration, Impact, Rural, Family, Covid 19

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In the poetry of 'Manasi' by Rabindranath Tagore, the conflict between love and nature are concentrated, the longing of separation, the longing of impossible separation has got a special level in some romantic poems. Such poems are dedicated to the eternal lover. Even then he could not come to a complete conclusion about the relationship between body and soul. Redolent narcissistic mind reminiscences, long breaths, pain-laden feelings of dissatisfaction are rendered in vivid colours on the canvas of 'Manasi'. In the main article there will be an attempt to focus on the various transformations of love consciousness in the poem of 'Manasi'.

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discord,psychotic, narcissistic,canvas,Manasi.

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India is one of the major countries in the world having more than 4.7 million km road network and construction is still taking place. Management of Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) and plastics are foremost concern during the development of infrastructures including roads and highways. Moreover, the use of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) may be effective for the development of roads and this will help to manage the bituminous waste which is included in the hazardous category. This work mainly focused on the management of CDW generated in road and highway construction and the use of RAP in the selected road projects undergoing in the state of Kerala. Moreover, the reuse of plastic waste for flexible pavement was also checked in the selected project roads. After the 2018 flood, the state of Kerala initiated the rehabilitation and upgradation of Major District Roads (MDR) in various districts with the financial help of KfW Development Bank under the scheme Rebuild Kerala Initiative (RKI). As part of this, the state identified the damaged roads and developed the DPR under the supervision of the Kerala State Transport Project (KSTP). While starting the project, the management of CDW become a major concern and the contractors dumped this waste into the lease areas. The hazardous bituminous wastes were leached into nearby areas and led to polluting various environmental matrices. It is expected an increase of 2.2 billion tonnes of solid waste generation by 2025 (Hoorweg and Bhada-tata, 2012).Other than environmental concerns, inflation in the cost of virgin materials and decreasing natural materials push the engineers to find alternatives from the CDW generated in the project location. The current practice of the case area's CDW includes onsite sorting, reuse, recycling, Just-In-time delivery (JIT), using prefabricated construction materials and color-coded waste containers. However, scarified bitumen is found to be difficult to be disposed of or for landfilled purposes. Plastic waste is of high environmental concern due to its worldwide distribution and impact on land and aquatic environments (Sruthy and Ramasamy, 2016). For the management of plastic waste, the polymer bitumen blend is a better binder compared to plain bitumen (Vasudevan, 2007). The rehabilitation and upgradation of MDR in Alappuzha and Trivandrum districts under RKI are processing and these two projects were selected for the project work. The study aims the re use scarified bituminous material in Highway construction in Kerala and thereby reduce the impact on the Environment. As we know, Dense Graded Bituminous Macadam (DGBM) is a dense graded premix bituminous mix well compacted to form a high-quality pavement sub-surface course. The Dense Bituminous macadam consists of a proportioned mixture of coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, Bitumen VG-30 and recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) material to meet the requirements of mix gradation, Stability, Flow Density and voids analysis. The laboratory determination of the "Job Mix Formula" for Dense Graded Bituminous Macadam will be carried out for the source of bitumen from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), aggregate from the local quarry having environmental clearance from the concerned authority, and RAP Material (Scarified Bituminous) of existing road from RKI project at Alappuzha and Trivandrum districts of Kerala RAP Material will be tested for physical properties based on the Trial and Error Method as specified in Section 519 of the MORTH Specification. Further, a road stretch under reconstruction will be selected and a RAP mix design will be implemented in the Proportion of 80%-20% (80% Conventional Bitumen and 20% RAP). Even though IRC had already published guidelines (IRC SP 19: 2013) for the use of waste plastic in hot bituminous mixes, the technology continuous to receive lukewarm responses from the designers/ contractors. With rapid urbanization a large quantum of waste plastic is been generated and disposal of waste is a serious problem. Studies have revealed that waste plastics have great potential for use in bituminous construction as its addition in small doses, about 5-10%, by weight of bitumen helps in substantially improving the Marshall stability, strength, fatigue life and other desirable properties of bituminous mix, leading to improved longevity and pavement performance. The use of waste plastic thus contributes to construction of green roads. The study aims at the use of waste plastic in hot bituminous concrete, thereby trying to re-use the generated waste from Construction in the development of Highways in Kerala. To bring change and improvement in the current practices of the case area's CDWM, there should be an education, workshop, and training regarding the concept of CDWM, waste management strategies and benefits of BIM in managing CDW to construction project participants. This, in turn, can help the case study's firm and the general public to attain environmental, social and economic benefits from CDWM.

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Construction Demolition Waste, Waste Management in Construction Industry, Environmental Engineering Recycled Asphalt Pavement,

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The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of moss-growing concrete as a new sustainable material in the construction industry. Concrete, a ubiquitous construction material, plays a pivotal role in modern infrastructure development. However, its production contributes significantly to environmental degradation, primarily due to the high energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with cement manufacturing. As concerns about environmental degradation and resource depletion continue to mount, the search for innovative and environmentally friendly construction materials has become paramount. One such material that has captured the interest of researchers and professionals in the field is moss-growing concrete, a novel approach that combines the structural properties of concrete with the ecological benefits of live moss growth. This study aims to explore the potential impact of moss-grown on concrete as a new sustainable material in the construction industry. The emergence of sustainable construction practices has led to the exploration of alternative materials that possess lower environmental footprints while maintaining or even enhancing the material's functionality. Moss-growing concrete presents an intriguing solution by incorporating living moss into the concrete matrix, offering benefits such as carbon sequestration, air purification, thermal insulation, and aesthetic appeal. An environmentally friendly building material called moss concrete integrates the structural properties of concrete with the biological properties of moss. In addition to providing an element of green to urban areas, this synergy also helps to regulate temperature and enhance air quality. By adding moss to concrete panels, a facade that is dynamic and adaptable to changing weather conditions and environmental factors can be created over time. The study investigates the potential of moss to enhance the environmental performance of concrete while simultaneously providing aesthetic and functional benefits. Moss, known for its ability to thrive in diverse environments and promote biodiversity, is introduced into the concrete mix to act as a green infrastructure component. This integration not only reduces the carbon footprint of concrete but also introduces a visually appealing and biophilic element to the built environment. By analyzing the behavior of moss concrete composed of various grades, such as M2O, M25, and M30, through a combination of laboratory experiments, material testing, and surveys, the study will gather empirical data to assess the material's structural integrity, durability, maintenance requirements, and potential to positively impact indoor environmental quality. Discussing the feasibility, advantages, and challenges associated with moss-growing concrete, this research aims to provide valuable insights into the material's potential role in revolutionising the construction industry. The findings of this research aim to contribute to the development of sustainable construction practices by promoting the adoption of moss concrete as an environmentally friendly alternative. Additionally, the aesthetic appeal and potential health benefits associated with moss concrete may open new avenues for integrating nature into urban infrastructure, fostering a harmonious relationship between the built environment and the natural world.

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Moss concrete, Sustainable construction, Eco-friendly materials, Green infrastructure, Aesthetic design, Biodiversity, Thermal properties, Concrete alternatives.

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Gas chromatography is the process of separating compounds in a mixture by injecting a gaseous or liquid sample into a mobile phase. Gas Chromatography is a normally utilized analytic technique as a part of numerous research and industrial research facilities for quality control and in addition identification and quantitation of components in a mixture. This technique is well-recognized for its ability in unknown compound analysis. This article represents GC principle, Applications, Instrumentation & Approaches mobile. The stationary phase is either a solid adsorbent, called Gas-Solid Chromatography (GSC), or a liquid on an inert support, called Gas-Liquid Chromatography (GLC). GC are quite similar in a way that it involves gaseous compounds and high temperature. GC is used for the both qualitative identification and quantitative measurement of individual compounds which is presents in complex mixtures Gas chromatography is an instrumental technique used forensically in drug analysis, arson, toxicology analyses of other organic compounds.

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Gas chromatography, Instrumentation, procedure, Application, Limitations of Gas chromatography.

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Modern security is one of the fundamental parts of industry extraordinarily the coal mine shaft industry. Gas explosions, ceiling collapse, falling debris, suffocation, and gas poisoning are among the risks connected to deep mining. The detection of hazardous events is a crucial aspect of the mining industry. With this architecture, a remote sensor organization can monitor underground mining conditions continuously from a base station. It provides continuous monitoring of dangerous gases such as CO, temperature, humidity, and decline detection in addition to emergency alarm, automated crisis light, and helmet-mounted sensor functionality. The principal justification behind the death of excavators is that because of any explanation diggers tumble down and black out additionally appropriate treatment isn't given them around then. The system sends an emergency alert to the supervisor in the event of a person falling for any reason to address this issue. A few laborers don't know about security and they do not wear head protectors. After that, a sensor was successfully utilized to ascertain whether or not a miner had removed his helmet. IoT innovation is used in the framework to transmit data from the base station to the subterranean mine. There is a ready switch at mines and base station for crisis reasons.

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Wi-Fi, IoT, Coal Mine, Nodemcu

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In today's evolving recruitment landscape, the introduction of an innovative AI-powered mock interview evaluator revolutionizes candidate assessment while fostering skill enhancement. This system goes beyond traditional evaluation metrics, utilizing advanced technologies such as natural language processing and deep learning to gauge not only knowledge and skills but also emotional intelligence, confidence, and adaptability in real-time interviews. Unique fea- tures include a dynamic question adaptation mechanism tailored to individual responses, en- abling comprehensive assessments aligned with specific job requirements. The system's feed- back loop empowers candidates by providing constructive insights after each session, identi- fying strengths and areas for improvement to enhance their interview skills. Employing fa- cial recognition, sentiment analysis, and speech recognition, it comprehensively evaluates both behavioral and technical competencies. Furthermore, it accommodates custom databases for domain-specific evaluations, ensuring alignment with an organization's unique needs. Com- pared to static evaluation methods, this AI-driven system demonstrates increased efficiency and effectiveness in candidate assessment. It stands as a pioneering approach, modernizing the interview process by offering a data-driven means to identify top candidates while nurturing their skills through insightful feedback and analysis.

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Deep learning, Artificial intelligence, Interview Evaluation System, Natural Language Processing.

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This study delves into the comparative analysis of Linear Regression and Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP) classifiers in the context of predicting flow rates. The focus lies on independent features such as temperature, pressure, square root of differential pressure, differential pressure, viscosity, and specific gravity, with the dependent feature being the flow rate 'Qv'. The Linear Regression model assumes a linear relationship between the independent and dependent variables, aiming to minimize the Root Squared Error (RSE). Meanwhile, the MLP classifier incorporates non-linearities through hidden layers, featuring 3 nodes in one layer and 2 nodes in another. The Linear Regression model is represented by a linear equation, while the MLP classifier employs a multi-layered architecture for enhanced predictive capabilities. The study reveals that the MLP classifier achieves a significantly higher accuracy of 98% compared to Linear Regression. This higher accuracy underscores the MLP's ability to capture intricate patterns and non-linear relationships within the dataset, making it a more effective tool for flow rate predictions. The findings suggest that, in scenarios where complex relationships exist among variables, the MLP classifier outperforms traditional Linear Regression methods.

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Flow rate predictions, Linear Regression, Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP), Root Squared Error (RSE), Non-linear relationships.

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Science and technology play a crucial role in addressing and resolving various environmental problems. scientific research and technological advancements help in understanding the causes and impacts of these problems. Moreover, they provide valuable insights and data that can guide policymakers, businesses, and individuals in formulating effective strategies and solutions. Additionally, science and technology enables the development of innovative technologies and practices that can help mitigate environmental issues such as, ocean acidification, water pollution, garbage pollution, fast fashion and textile waste, soil degradation and overfishing.

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Environmental pollution, water pollution, soil degradation, overfishing, sustainable Fibres

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