Volume 12 | Issue 8 |

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The paper explores the intricate balance between judicial dignity and free speech within the context of Article 19 (2) of the Indian Constitution, which provides for reasonable restrictions on the right to freedom of speech and expression. It reconnoiters into the legal and philosophical underpinnings of contempt of court, analyzing how this doctrine is employed to uphold the authority and respect of the judiciary while simultaneously scrutinizing its potential to infringe upon the fundamental right to free speech. The treatise begins by outlining the historical evolution of contempt of court laws in India and their foundational objectives. It then examines key judicial pronouncements that have shaped the current legal landscape, highlighting the tensions and reconciliations between preserving judicial dignity and safeguarding free expression. Through a comparative analysis with international practices, the article identifies both the strengths and weaknesses of India's approach to contempt of court. Further, it investigates specific case studies where the judiciary's invocation of contempt powers has sparked public debate and controversy. These instances are analyzed to illustrate the delicate balancing act required to maintain judicial authority without encroaching on democratic freedoms. The role of media, social media, and public opinion in influencing perceptions of contempt and judicial conduct is also explored. The article concludes by proposing potential reforms and guidelines to better harmonize judicial dignity with free speech. It advocates for clearer definitions, procedural safeguards, and a more nuanced application of contempt laws to ensure they are not misused as tools of censorship or oppression. By doing so, the article aims to contribute to the ongoing dialogue on how democratic societies can uphold both robust judicial institutions and vibrant free speech.

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Freedom of Expression; Contempt of Court; Indian Constitution; Art. 19 (2); Judicial authority; Case Law

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India's rapidly increasing urban population combined with its rapidly rising industrialization calls for automobile attractiveness. Street divides are important for the growth of an economy, professions, and nation. India has the second-longest street system on the planet, spanning about 55 lakh kilometers. The majority of streets--98%--are flexible, with the remaining 2% consisting of rigid asphalt. Of total street length, about 40% of streets are unpaved. During stormy seasons, regular bitumen exhibits dissatisfaction and serious problems. To maintain the asphalt surface's utility, bitumen needs to be treated and reinforced. Thus, fiber materials, a nanomaterial, are currently used as an additive to strengthen the asphalt surface and to enhance the asphalt's entry, pliability, and moisture damage the material used as a modifier is able to withstand variations in temperature. As a result, street projects are looking for a modifier that can be used to structure an appropriate Marshall blend for adaptable asphalt in accordance with MoRTH rule. In order to meet this need, VG40 bitumen is used for the development of bituminous solid asphalt with coir fiber and carbon fiber in accordance with the standard suggested in MoRTH, and the influence of coir fiber and carbon fiber over various properties is investigated.

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Coir Fiber, Carbon Fiber, Bitumen Durablity, Marshal Stablity, Flow Value, Void Ratio.

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Responsible tourism means tourism that promotes responsibility to the environment through its sustainable use, responsibility to involve local communities in the tourism industry, responsibility for the safety and security of visitors and responsible govt., employees, employers, unions and local communities. Responsible tourism is a concept that overlaps significantly with concepts of sustainable tourism, ethical tourism, pro poor tourism and integrated tourism, but differs from them in the emphasis it places on the role of business in achieving sustainability. Responsible tourism offers a pragmatic approach to plan and develop tourism in such a way that it could benefit the stake holders at the destination communities. The Kerala declaration on responsible tourism was signed during the international conference on responsible tourism, held at Kochi. This paper focus on the impact of responsible tourism in Kumbalangi,,the first model tourism Village at a glance.

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Responsible tourism, sustainable management, village life experience

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Breast engorgement is a painful condition affecting large numbers of women in the early postpartum period. It may lead to premature weaning, cracked nipples, mastitis and breast abscess. Various forms of treatment for engorgement have been studied but so far little evidence has been found on an effective intervention. The study conducted on 40 sample Convenient technique is used for data collection.

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Breast Engorgement, Primi gravida, Primi Post natal Mother.

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The "AI-Powered Image Caption Generator Using Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro" project aims to leverage advanced generative AI to automate the process of generating descriptive captions for images. By utilizing Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro model, integrated with a user-friendly Streamlit interface, this application provides an innovative solution for creating textual descriptions of visual content. Users can upload images through the application, which are then processed by the Gemini 1.5 Pro model to generate accurate and contextually relevant captions. The project focuses on combining state-of-the-art AI capabilities with practical usability. The integration with Google's generative AI ensures high-quality captioning, while Streamlit provides an accessible platform for users to interact with the AI model seamlessly. Additionally, the application includes a text-to-speech feature that converts generated captions into audio, enhancing accessibility and user experience. This project showcases the potential of generative AI in image understanding and natural language processing, demonstrating a significant step towards more intelligent and interactive multimedia applications. It is designed to serve a variety of use cases, including content creation, digital marketing, and accessibility solutions for visually impaired users.

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Generative AI, Image Captioning, Google Gemini 1.5 pro, Computer Vision

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India is predominantly an agrarian country, meaning that agriculture has a big impact on the nation's economy and people's quality of life. The majority of Indian farmers deal with the similar problem of choosing the wrong crop for their land in compliance with environmental regulations. They will thus witness a significant drop in their overall production. In order to address this issue, crop recommendations are made taking into account soil, weather, humidity, rainfall, and other geographical elements that are important in determining the amount and quality of crops that may be produced. Therefore, the goal of our research is to evaluate each of these variables, match them to the specifications needed for each crop, and give farmers the best choice available.As a result, crop selection errors are reduced and production is raised. In order to accomplish our goal, we will employ an ensemble model with a majority voting technique that employs Decision Tree, Logistic Regression, Naive Bayes, CNN, Random Forest (RF), and Extreme Gradient (XG) Boost as learners to highly accurately and efficiently recommend a crop for the site-specific parameters.

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Fuzzy Algorithm, CNN, Random Forest, XG Boost, Decision Tree, and Recommendation System

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It is crucial to emphasize the significance of taking precautionary measures to mitigate potential risks, especially in situations where the passage of time may lead to increased hazards. In light of the investigative work conducted at Karnal, Haryana, it is imperative to assess the knowledge and adherence of staff nurses to established infection prevention protocols in order to enhance post-operative outcomes and minimize gynaecological complications. The research employed a quantitative study approach with a descriptive research design, encompassing a total enumerative sampling of 40 nurses working in gynaecological wards. The findings revealed that the respondents demonstrated a mean percentage of 48% with a standard deviation of 3.04 in terms of knowledge regarding infection prevention, and a mean percentage of 54% with a standard deviation of 3.23 in relation to practice. Furthermore, a moderately positive correlation ('r' value of 0.67) was identified between the knowledge and practice scores of staff nurses concerning infection prevention during procedures. The results indicated insufficient knowledge and suboptimal practice among staff nurses with regard to infection prevention in gynaecological wards, establishing a moderately positive correlation between their knowledge and practice.

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Knowledge, Practice, Staff nurses, prevention of infection, procedures in operation theatres, maternity hospital.

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This study aimed to develop and optimize Oro-Dispersible Tablets (ODTs) of Bilastine, a second-generation antihistamine, using Cotton Candy (CC) and Direct Compression (DC) methods. Bilastine ODTs were formulated with varying concentrations of superdisintegrants, sweeteners and lubricants. The CC method utilized a novel approach of incorporating Bilastine into partially recrystallised granules prepared from cotton candy fibers, while the DC method employed a conventional tableting process. Formulations were evaluated for disintegration time, wetting time, hardness, friability, and in vitro drug release. Optimization was achieved through a Design of Experiments (DoE) by using Central Composite Design (CCD) approach, resulting in ODTs with disintegration times of < 30 seconds and drug release > 90% in 10 minutes. The generated batches were prepared and evaluated. The BLS6 was given as the best batch by the design expert software using central composite design (CCD). In-vitro drug release of the optimized formulation (BLS6) was obtained 98.83 % in 10 min and disintegration time within 13.00 seconds. Characterization studies revealed that CC-ODTs exhibited faster disintegration and superior drug release profiles. These findings demonstrate the potential of Cotton Candy technology in developing rapid-disintegrating, high-performance ODTs of Bilastine, offering improved patient compliance and therapeutic outcomes.

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Oro-Dispersible Tablets, Bilastine, Cotton Candy, Direct Compression, Superdisintegrants, Design of Experiments.

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ABSTRACT Present paper analyses the Urban local government is the responsibility of the department of local self- government in the state. At the state level a number of department deals with subjects which are the direct concern of the urban government. In addition to the department of local self-government the functional departments in the secretariat administer the various components of urban development. Thus water supply, drainage and sewerage, road construction, land acquisition and development, housing and slum clearance, etc. are being dealt with by respective functional departments.

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Keywords: Urban Development Agency, Bureaucratic interference, political interference, financial autonomy.

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Bharat me audyogik viaksh ka mahatva avm samsya

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Bharat me audyogik viaksh ka mahatva avm samsya

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