Volume 13 | Issue 5 |

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India is a fast-growing country and also has a large workforce. According to the United Nations data by Worldmeter's, the current population of India is 1.4 billion. At the same time, unemployment is a constant problem in India due to the excessive growth of the population. It is true that unemployment is prevalent in the country. But, at the same time, there are still some sectors or industries that are not doing organized business in India. In the Indian context, social security is a comprehensive approach designed to prevent deprivation, ensure a basic minimum income to the individual for himself and his dependents, and protect the individual from any uncertainties. The Central and State Governments are taking several steps to provide social security to the unorganised workers in the country, but workers in the unorganised sector do not get any such protection. With a view to providing social security to the unorganized workers, the Government of India enacted the "Unorganized Workers Social Security Act, 2008" (UWSSA). Therefore, the primary objective of this study is the reality of the working conditions of the workers in the unorganised sector and the facilities provided by the employers, i.e. on-the-job and post-employment benefits. The descriptive research method has been used. To determine and identify the sample workers multi-stage random sampling technique was used. The Mayiladuthurai district was purposively selected and 290 unorganised sector workers were selected randomly from the sample revenue village panchayats. Based on the analysis result the study found that, majority of the unorganised workers opined that they have moderately and low level of perception on socio-economic contribution of UWSS Act to unorganised sector workers in different aspects and majority of the workers states that the unorganised sector companies not fully followed the UWSS Act in the study area.

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Social Security Act, UWSS Act, Worker's perception, Unorganised workers, Empowerment

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The study examines the role of financial literacy in influencing investment decisions and retirement preparedness. A descriptive research design was used to understand the financial behaviours and awareness levels of individuals. The sample size for this study is 210. Primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire, and secondary data was gathered from journals and articles. Statistical tools used for data analysis like Mann-Whitney U test, Kruskal-Wallis H test, correlation analysis. The study aims to highlight the importance of financial knowledge in enabling individuals to make informed decisions regarding investments and prepare for a financially secure retirement.

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Financial Knowledge, Retirement Preparedness, Investment Decision

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Purpose: The study was conducted to understand the awareness and perceptions of tea pluckers of the tea garden regarding the symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) according to a few demographic traits, including age, marital status, religion, and level of education. Objective: To assess the awareness and perceptions of female tea pluckers about symptomatic urinary tract infections among themselves. Methodology: The study utilized a descriptive research design, incorporating a survey method with a structured questionnaire. The questionnaire focused on demographic factors--age, marital status, religion, and educational qualifications--as independent variables. Additionally, it included statements to assess the dependent variables, namely 'awareness' and 'perception' of symptomatic urinary tract infections, using a 5-point Likert scale. A total of 617 participants were selected through stratified random sampling. The study employed statistical analyses, including the T-test, ANOVA, and Post hoc analysis using Tukey's HSD, to analyze the data and test the hypotheses. Findings: The findings of the study indicate a significant difference among groups of socio demographic factors when analyzing tea pluckers awareness of symptomatic urinary tract infections. Conversely, while examining perceptual differences regarding symptomatic urinary tract infections, significant differences were observed based on age and marital status. However, no significant differences were identified concerning religion and educational qualifications in relation to tea pluckers perception of symptomatic urinary tract infections. Research Limitations/Future Implications: Time and budget constraints, resulting in a small sample size, are among the study's limitations. Another limitation pertains to the measurement of tea pluckers' awareness and perception, as only a limited number of statements were considered. Future research could modify these measurement statements or incorporate alternative ones. Additionally, future studies may explore other socio-economic factors beyond those examined in this study. Furthermore, the study's scope is confined to a single district in the southern region of Assam.

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Awareness, Perception, Tea pluckers, Urinary Tract Infections Symptoms

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Authentication is a fundamental security process that verifies user identity and can be implemented through various mechanisms, including tokens, biometrics, and text- or image-based passwords. At present single layered or double layered authentications systems are used, which may face security threats. This paper presents a multi-layered authentication framework combining textual, color-based, and image-based authentication to enhance security against cyber threats like brute-force attacks, phishing, and shoulder surfing. The system follows a three-phase authentication process: users enter a text password, select a pass-color from a hexagonal palette and complete authentication with image-based verification using the Playfair Cipher rule.

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Graphical Passwords, Shoulder-Surfing Attacks, Security, Multi-Layered Authentication, Color-Based Authentication, Playfair Cipher.

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This study explores investor behavior regarding the Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP), a mutual fund scheme aimed at providing regular income while preserving capital.It identifies the primary financial goals that drive investors to choose SWP.The research analyzes how demographic factors like age, income, and gender influence SWP adoption. It examines key drivers of investment decisions, including financial literacy and expected returns.Behavioral biases such as risk aversion, loss aversion, and overconfidence are also evaluated.The study compares the effectiveness of SWP with traditional income sources like fixed deposits, annuities, and rental income. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are used to interpret investor preferences and behavior.Results show that psychological factors and market conditions significantly impact investment choices.The study highlights the role of financial planners and digital platforms in shaping informed decisions.While SWP offers flexibility and tax benefits, investor awareness and behavioral understanding remain crucial for optimal outcomes.

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Investor Behavior, Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP), Financial Literacy, Risk Aversion, Retirement Planning, Behavioral Finance, Investment Decision-Making.

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The NUTRI-VISION project is designed to improve the efficiency and transparency of child nutrition programs, especially in government-run play schools (Anganwadis). It uses modern technologies like AI, real-time tracking, and data analytics to ensure that food is distributed fairly and accurately to children and pregnant women, as outlined by government policies. By tackling problems like fraud, misreporting, and delays, the system helps make sure that resources reach the right people on time and in the right quantity. The solution features a user-friendly web interface for live monitoring, a secure backend to manage data, and smart prediction tools to spot irregularities in food supply. By bringing together these technologies, NUTRI-VISION makes the entire distribution process more accountable and transparent, helping strengthen public trust and support better health outcomes in communities that need it most.

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Nutri Vision, Child Nutrition, AI-Based Prediction, Food Monitoring, Real-time Monitoring, Government Welfare.

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This research seeks to analyse the Space technologies have evolved significantly since the first human ventures into space, and they now encompass a wide range of cutting-edge innovations. These technologies not only enable exploration and understanding of the universe but also contribute to a vast array of commercial, scientific, and military applications. Space technologies play a critical role in modern communications, navigation, weather forecasting, Earth observation, and even potential future resource extraction from celestial bodies. As advancements continue, the landscape of space innovation has expanded, with both governmental agencies and private enterprises investing heavily in developing next-generation technologies. One of the most significant developments in space technologies is the rise of satellite communication systems.

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Space Technologies, Modern Communication, Development, Legal Challenges, IPR.

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The rising cost of electricity is attributed to inadequate power generation and increasing energy demands. Traditional power generation methods, particularly those relying on non-renewable sources, have detrimental environmental impacts. Therefore, there is a pressing need for alternative, eco-friendly power generation techniques. This study explores a novel approach to power generation utilizing manual treadmills. A treadmill's rotating shaft can be connected to a generator, enabling the conversion of human motion into electrical energy. This method is entirely pollution-free and can generate approximately 50-60 watts of power per hour. As an individual walks on the manual treadmill, they exert force on its surface, which causes the treadmill's shaft to rotate. This rotational energy is mechanically coupled to a small DC generator, which produces variable output due to the intermittent nature of the force exerted. To stabilize the output, a charge controller is employed, ensuring a constant supply of power. The generated electricity is stored in a battery for later use. This approach offers a sustainable and innovative solution for small-scale power generation.

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Treadmill, Power generation, Free energy generator, Sustainable energy, DC generator, Smart generation.

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The aim of this project is to develop an interactive and fun gaming application so that school students can have fun while learning Intellectual Property Rights. Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Industrial Designs are referred to as Intellectual Property. These are important concepts, but in most cases, they are taught in either boring or technically difficult ways for younger students. To counter this notion, we imagined a web game that used game techniques for an exciting and effective learning experience. The application consists of six different game modes: Puzzle, Time Challenge, Role-Playing, Quiz, Case Study, and Drag- and-Drop. Each mode comes with three levels: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students can unlock new games and challenges and earn points by playing the games and completing levels. The game incorporates a leaderboard and badges to motivate and allow students to track their progress. A modern stack of technologies was utilized in the making of this platform. The front end was built using React.js and Phaser.js, and the back end was implemented using Node.js and Express.js. The data is stored using a SQL-based database, while the user authentication and encryption ensure that the entire platform is secure This game does not only provide entertainment but is also a significant way of helping learners retain information better than conventional class methods. It enables instructors to monitor the performance of their students, while learners explore the IPR concepts independently. The platform supports various devices such as phones, tablets, and computers.

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Web Application, six different game mode, Scoring and progress module, Leaderboards & Achievements, Hints & Power-Ups.

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