Volume 14 | Issue 3 |

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In the contemporary educational landscape, the transition to digital platforms has introduced a phenomenon known as the 'Black Box' syndrome, characterised by muted microphones and disabled cameras. This shift has led to a crisis of engagement, with 73% of students feeling less engaged compared to in-person settings. This paper explores the 'High-Touch Teaching Framework,' a human-centric approach designed to restore connection and presence in virtual classrooms. By examining the interpersonal and societal impacts of digital-default communication, the study proposes practical strategies and mindset shifts to move from mere content delivery to genuine human connection.

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Black box syndrome, High-touch teaching, Binary presence, Involuntary presence, Digital empathy, Pedagogical connection.

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This study examines India's transition from the policy of Non-Alignment to the contemporary strategy of Multi-Alignment in global politics. Rather than representing a complete departure from earlier foreign policy principles, the shift reflects a strategic adaptation shaped by structural changes in the international system, including the rise of China, renewed great-power competition, and the emergence of multipolarity. Grounded in realist theory and the concept of strategic autonomy, the study combines historical analysis with perception-based survey data to evaluate India's evolving diplomatic approach. The findings indicate that India's foreign policy represents a pragmatic balancing strategy aimed at maximizing national interest while maintaining decision-making autonomy. The paper concludes that Multi-Alignment represents an evolutionary continuation of Non-Alignment within a changing global order.

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Non-Alignment, Multi-Alignment, Indian Foreign Policy, Strategic Autonomy, Multipolarity, Global Politics

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The current status of work-life balance (WLB) scholarship in industrial relations is assessed in this study. It looks for ways to improve gender parity in the workplace. The way people from different socioeconomic backgrounds handle their work and home responsibilities is both made easier and more difficult by digital innovations. In order to expose the traditional WLB discourse's disproportionate focus on the "time poverty" of wealthy, white-collar workers while largely ignoring the crucial role of financial stability, the study first applies a class-based critique. It goes beyond conceptually we are used to define it, and describes the effects of the broader phantomization of economy on work-life balance. Although gig work is often promoted as a form of independence and so-called "flexibility"--which should in theory help individuals juggling caregiving responsibilities better dictate their schedules--it also comes with glaring institutional loopholes like those that exist in conventional work. The "gig" is not as flexible and carefree as one may imagine, instead characterized by irregular scheduling of work hours, variable income, and intensification of work intensity that leaves the gig workers in a precarious position with little sense of real balance between life and work. The article finishes by advocating for a more thorough and intricate understanding that takes into account the overlapping areas of gender, class, and financial stability as essential for achieving true equality in the workplace for those involved in today's job environment.

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Abstract Art therapy has gained popularity in the recent years due to its holistic nature and artistic in its process. It is a type of treatment that promotes better mental health and psychological well-being. It is best known for helping the individuals in the process of emotional and self-expression. This detailed review of literature attempts to extract the concrete basis that supports the impact of art therapy in three major areas: life satisfaction, emotional intelligence and self-esteem. Systematic reviews of existing studies and research indicates that art therapy has shown a positive impact on emotional well-being, increasing self-esteem and overall satisfaction with life. Theories such as positive psychology, models drawn from art-based therapies also reveals the ways of art therapy works while also highlighting the advantage of emotional expression, symbolically communicating without use of just words and self-exploration that overall facilitates better regulation of emotions and developing positive self-concept. However, there are also evidence, limitations and visible gaps that are persistently being there specifically regarding systematic research in a non-clinical population. It is suggested to use a more standardized and controlled research using rigorous methods to further validate and generalize the finding to a larger population in the future studies.

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Keywords: Life Satisfaction, Self-esteem, Emotional Intelligence, Mental health

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Health Risk Assessment (HRA) is a systematic process used to evaluate the potential adverse health effects resulting from exposure to environmental, chemical, biological, or occupational hazards. The assessment typically involves four core components: hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, and risk characterization. Through qualitative and quantitative analyses, HRA estimates both the likelihood and severity of harmful outcomes in defined populations, and supports decision-making in public health management, regulatory policy, and risk communication. As a multidisciplinary framework, HRA integrates toxicology, epidemiology, environmental science, and statistical modeling to guide protective measures and reduce health burdens. Increasingly, emerging methodologies--such as probabilistic modeling, biomonitoring, and cumulative risk assessment--are enhancing the precision and relevance of HRAs, enabling more effective interventions and evidence-based policy development.

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Health Risk Assessment, XGBoost, Machine Learning, Agentic AI, Generative AI, Explainable AI, Flask Deployment, Digital Health.

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universal health-care precautions (UHP), Needle Stick Injury (NSI), Self-Administered Questionnaire.

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Sustainable transportation, environmental protection, fuel cost savings, consumer awareness, and E-bike adoption are increasingly important in today's mobility landscape. In this context, the present study examines the level of awareness towards E-bikes among users in Pollachi Taluk. The study aims to analyze users' awareness regarding E-bike features, battery performance, charging infrastructure, government incentives, and environmental benefits, along with identifying factors influencing purchase decisions. The research is based on both primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected from 300 working women policyholders in Pollachi Statistical tools such as Simple Percentage Analysis, Z-test, ANOVA, Ranking Test, Regression, and Correlation were used for analysis. The findings indicate that awareness levels significantly differ based on age, educational qualification, and annual income, while occupation, marital status, and type of family do not show significant influence. The study concludes that enhancing awareness programs, strengthening promotional strategies, and improving infrastructure facilities can further promote E-bike adoption in Pollachi Taluk.

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E-Bikes, Consumer Awareness, Purchase Decision, Environmental Benefits, factors, benefits, etc.,

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The Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have proved to be one of the most organized and convenient methods of investing in the Indian mutual fund sector. By allowing the investor to make a systematic investment of a fixed amount of money periodically in mutual fund schemes, SIPs help the investor to make disciplined investments, overcome the psychological factor of market timing, and make use of the power of compounding. In recent years, there has been a substantial rise in the number of SIP registrations and monthly investments in India, thanks to the efforts of the Association of Mutual Funds in India, which has been conducting awareness programs across the country under the guidance of the Securities and Exchange Board of India

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SIP Awareness and Investment Decisions, SIP, Mutual Funds, FDS, Smart Investments

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Samsamayik Aatm Kathaao Ka Samajik Vishleshan

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Samsamayik Aatm Kathaao Ka Samajik Vishleshan

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The growing pace of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming digital transformation pathways in institutions of higher learning and impacting academic provision, assessment mechanisms, research activities, and administrative activities. This empirical research examines the role of AI as an institutional digital transformation catalyst, specifically, at what stages of adoption it occurs, which areas of functional transformation are involved, strategic orientation, and enabling conditions. The structured questionnaire was used to gather data on 91 members of the faculty of institutions of higher learning and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics such as mean analysis, one-way ANOVA. The results show that the most significant occurrence of AI-driven digital transformation is the use of AI in the teaching and assessment fields, but research processes and administrative processes are also undergoing a consistent introduction. Most institutions are in an emerging and developing level of transformation maturity which implied progressive but not yet mature strategic implementation. The most visible technologies that help to facilitate transformation are virtual assistants and predictive modeling, and innovation becomes the main institutional goal that will determine the use of AI. Among the enablers that can hasten the speed of the digital transformation efforts, institutional support and student demand are listed. Gender analysis does not show any statistically significant differences in the perceptions of AI-driven digital transformation, which can be regarded as shared institutional experiences of demographic groups. All in all, the paper concludes that AI is actively involved in digital transformation in higher education, but long-term strategic alignment, governance transparency, and organizational dedication are the keys to further maturity of transformation. The results will present practical information to policymakers and institutional administrators who will be able to enhance AI-based digital transformation and preserve the integrity of the academic process and its sustainability.

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Artificial Intelligence; Digital Transformation; Higher Education Institutions; AI Adoption Maturity; Institutional Strategy; Faculty Perceptions; Organizational Readiness;

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