Volume 14 | Issue 3 |

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Electronic products have become an important part of daily life, especially for working women who balance work and household responsibilities. These products save time, reduce effort, and make daily tasks easier. This study focuses on the usage and preferences of electronic products among working women in Pollachi and the factors that influence their purchase decisions. A total of 200 working women were surveyed using a structured questionnaire. The study used percentage analysis, chi-square tests, and weighted average ranking to analyze the data. Results show that quality, price, and usefulness are the main factors affecting their choices. Most respondents use electronic products daily, with smartphones, refrigerators, and washing machines being the most common. The study suggests that manufacturers and marketers should focus on quality, affordability, ease of use, and good after-sales service to meet the needs of working women effectively.

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Working women, electronic products, usage pattern, purchase factors, home appliances, daily activities, etc.,

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In today's global world order the connectivity played a significant role for establishing a better relations among countries which gives a new dimension to the contemporary diplomacy. Particularly in Asia where connectivity plays an important role for strengthening relations with the neighboring countries, it is an important part of the foreign policy of ever countries. In the 21st century India tried to strengthening his power at the global level, for that its need to establishing a close relationship with his neighboring countries. For strategic point of view Myanmar occupies an important position its geographical position work as a bridge between South Asia and Southeast Asian Nations, so strategically Myanmar is important for India's Act East Policy at the Southeast Asian region. This research article analyzed the connectivity diplomacy between India and Myanmar and how it important for the India's Act East Policy. This study also highlights the importance of the bilateral relation in today's global world order.

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India, Myanmar, Act East Policy, Southeast Asian Nations, Connectivity Diplomacy, China, Northeastern States of India, Look East Policy.

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Social media influencers are changing the way people make buying decisions. Most studies focus on younger generations, but Generation X (born 1965-1980) also uses social media and has strong purchasing power. This study examines how social media influencers affect the buying behaviour of Generation X consumers in Pollachi. A total of 300 respondents were selected using simple random sampling, and data were collected through questionnaires. The study looks at platform usage, engagement with influencer content, and factors like credibility, authenticity, and trustworthiness. Analysis using percentages, weighted averages, rankings, and chi-square tests shows that Instagram and YouTube are the most used platforms, and credibility, authenticity, and engagement have the strongest impact on purchase decisions. Demographic factors like gender, age, education, and income do not significantly influence platform preference or influencer impact. The study provides useful insights for marketers to target Generation X consumers effectively.

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social media influencers, Generation X, consumer behaviour, credibility, engagement, purchase decisions, etc.,

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Philosophy of time is a branch of philosophy concerned with the issue surrounding the ontology, epistemology and character of time. While such ideas have been central to Philosophy of time was an inspiration for and a central aspect of early analytic philosophy. The subject focuses on a number of basic issue, including whether time exist independently of the mind,whether they exist independently of one another what accounts for time other than the present moment exist and questions about the nature of identity (particularly the nature of identity over time)Hitherto, There has been a lot of work on philosophy of time, but the comparative study on the concept of time has not been rendered in the perspective of Kant and Vaisesika while bringing out the quintessence of time and philosophy, the previous researcher have done on time and philosophy in general, but I am going to render it specifically on the foreground of Kant and Vaisesika philosophy. In my study it critically examines Vaisesika and Kant philosophy of time and sought to identify their similarities and distinctiveness. And analyze the reason for their similarities and differences. The objective of this paper is not to be finalize the philosophical argument about the philosophy of time but to attempt to come to a certain level conclusion that have similar qualities as well as different qualities to certain characteristics of time in Immanuel Kant's and Vaisesikas philosophy and I have tried to point out of which view is more acceptable in my view point's, so some questions come up in this context- 1.How to make a comparative study between time in Vaisesika and Kants view point. 2.Has Kant indirectly acknowledge time as the cause of our cognition as Vaisesika. 3.Why does not Kant accept time as substance like Vaisesika? The following are the objectives of the study- o To examine critically the influence of time on Vaisesika philosophy and Kants philosophy. o The importance of philosophy of time is mainly due to the comparative study of Vaisesika and Kants view point. o In kants or the Vaisesikas view is more consistent with the general view of time and the views of ther philosophers. o I will analyze in my view point who is less erroneous about time. I shall make a close textual analysis of "Critic of Pure Reason"and "Vaisesika Sutra"as the primary material of my research. Thereafter, I shall analyze them critically. Then using descriptive, analytical and comparative methodology & shall study the influences of time in Kant and Vaisesika philosophy. In addition, as a second material I shall take the help of various thesis research papers, essays and encyclopedia.

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Time, Vaisesika, Kant, Metaphysics, A priori intuition, Indian Philosophy

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Abstract Introduction: Tooth discoloration is a common aesthetic concern that affects an individual's confidence and appearance. Although chemical bleaching agents are widely used for whitening, they may cause adverse effects such as tooth sensitivity and enamel damage. Therefore, natural whitening agents are gaining attention as safer alternatives. Aim: To evaluate and compare the tooth-whitening efficacy of two natural agents-- strawberry puree and activated charcoal--on artificially stained enamel samples. Materials and Methods: Extracted human teeth were cleaned and artificially stained using a coffee solution for three days. The specimens were divided into two groups based on the whitening agent used: strawberry puree and activated charcoal. Each sample was coated with the respective material and allowed to remain in contact with the enamel surface for three hours under controlled laboratory conditions. Color measurements were obtained using a colour detector app before and after treatment. The whitening effect was evaluated using color change values. Results: Both natural agents demonstrated a measurable whitening effect on stained enamel surfaces. However, activated charcoal showed a greater degree of whitening compared to strawberry puree over the experimental period. Conclusion: Within the limitations of this in-vitro study, activated charcoal exhibited a higher whitening potential compared with strawberry puree. Natural agents may serve as safer alternatives to conventional chemical bleaching methods, though further clinical studies are required

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Keywords: Tooth whitening, natural bleaching agents, activated charcoal, strawberry extract, enamel discoloration.

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Proficiency in English language is now-a-days essential worldwide for both academic and professional achievements. Within the educational settings, it serves as a primary medium for instruction, fostering the advancement of knowledge. Understanding the influence of English-speaking anxiety is important especially in the adolescent phase as adolescents with good level of English- speaking proficiency not only experience higher wellbeing and better social connections but also tends to have increased satisfaction in life. Therefore, the present study aims to understand the influence of English-speaking anxiety among government and private higher secondary school students. A sample of 250 government school students and 250 private school students were selected for the present study. The tool used for data collection was Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) by Horwitz et al. (1986). The results of the study revealed that there is a highly significant difference found in all the dimensions of English-speaking anxiety among the government and private higher secondary school students.

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English speaking anxiety, foreign language, adolescents, confidence, proficiency.

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The vast internet provides an open vista for children's education in the digital age but assumes awful, remarkable risks, including physical and psychological kid abuse, cyberbullying, data misuse, and online exploitation. For the holistic development of the child, protecting children's rights in the virtual sphere is crucial. In this context of "Child Rights and Cyber Safety," this paper aims at making recommendations for the protection of children's rights within the online realm to promote their holistic development. Such discussions would resonate with the advocacy for the Vision for a Developed India, which envisions an inclusive and developed India by 2047 with a Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cohort. This paper portrays itself as advocating for a secure and inclusive digital environment as a critical protective mechanism for the child's development that aligns itself with "SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 10 (Reduce Inequalities), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)." The important areas explored include policy and legal frameworks for online child safety, digital literacy and cyber awareness initiatives, roles of families, schools, and communities in ensuring cyber protection, and technology-enabled advance safeguarding. Thus, the paper posits that the importance of the safe digital ecosystem whereby every other child can thrive safely is paramount for its development into a resilient digitally empowered society

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Child Rights, cyber safety, digital literacy, Vision Viksit Bharat, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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Women empowerment schemes refers to various programmes for attaining gender equality, economic independence, education and safety for women. The Government of India has started several schemes for promoting women empowerment in India like Mahila E-Haat, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana,One stop centre scheme, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana,Women Entrepreneurship Platform, Swadhar Greh Scheme,Stand up India scheme and others. This research paper tries to make an in-depth understanding about some women empowerment schemes of the Government of India, its effectiveness and level of satisfaction among women beneficiaries and the challenges women face in accessing these schemes. The research focuses on beneficiaries of women empowerment schemes in Ernakulam district, Kerala, using a well-structured questionnaire for data collection. The collected data was classified and analysed based on the objectives of the study. Percentage analysis along with graphical representations and weighted mean score is used to interpret the data. The study reveals that most of the beneficiaries of women empowerment schemes are satisfied with scheme accessibility, quality of benefit and timeliness of benefit delivery. Women empowerment schemes contribute to education, health, employment opportunities and social status. But many respondents opined that lack of awareness and financial independence about the schemes pose a challenge to enjoy the benefits.

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Women empowerment schemes, gender equality, financial independence.

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Agricultural automation is becoming essential for improving productivity, farmer safety, and sustainable farming practices. Traditional activities such as manual pesticide spraying and grass cutting are labor-intensive and expose farmers to harm ful chemicals and physical strain. To address these challenges, this paper presents the design of a solar-powered Pesticide Sprayer Spider Robot integrated with a grass cutting mechanism for smart agricultural applications. The proposed system is built around a microcontroller-based architecture integrated with sensors such as ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection, infrared sensors for spraying logic, and GPS for location tracking. The spider-like leg structure enables stable movement across uneven farm terrain where conventional wheeled robots may struggle. A compact pump and nozzle system performs targeted pesticide spraying, while a lightweight DC motor with blades enables efficient grass cutting. The robot can be controlled through an Android-based in terface that allows users to monitor sensor data and operate the system remotely. Experimental tests demonstrate effective obstacle detection, responsive spraying, and reliable grass cutting performance. The proposed system offers a low-cost, eco-friendly solution that reduces human effort and chemical exposure while supporting the development of precision agriculture.

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Agricultural automation , Precision farming, Solar-powered robotics

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Waste collection in busy indoor spaces like hospitals, offices, and schools has become a real operational problem. Staff spend considerable time manually sorting and collecting mixed waste, and the results are often inconsistent. This paper describes The V, a robot we built to take over that job autonomously. It uses a webcam and OpenCV to identify waste in real time, a threejoint servo arm to physically pick items up, and a Raspberry Pi 4 to run everything. We wanted to see if this kind of system could work on cheap, everyday hardware without needing expensive processors or custom components. Testing showed a classification accuracy of 90.0%, an arm grasping success rate of 92.6%, and an end-to-end segregation accuracy of 83.3% at around 8 to 10 frames per second. We think these numbers show that practical, affordable automation for indoor waste handling is genuinely achievable.

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autonomous waste management, computer vision, OpenCV, outdoor robotics.

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