This story of two couples, Manikanta-Swathi and Aj-DD, is a mix of real and fictional stories happening across two different locations and ending with a common goal.Aj and DD are a very happy couple who have fallen in love during their college days; Manikanta and Swathi have an orthodox, arranged marriage. The story is about how they meet each other.The author of this book believes that any relationship comes up with pure love by understanding each other despite numerous misu...

This book discusses different approaches for successful pest-management through biotechnological interventions. Pest management is directly associated with the agricultural productivity. The book introduces the reader to various kinds of biopesticides that have been developed and are being developed for field application. Chemical pesticides have been widely used to control pests, and these induce pesticide resistance as well as other environmental problems. This book discusses the necessi...

Reviews developments in understanding and protecting genetic diversity in rice, and how this translates into marker-assisted and other developments in breeding;Discusses advances in breeding varieties with enhanced properties such as high yield and drought tolerance;Summarises current research on understanding and improving nutritional properties such as vitamin and mineral content

This book describes a comprehensive, integrated view of separation science backed by discussions about simple extraction and partition processes to give a better understanding of advanced techniques like chromatography and membrane separations. It paves the way for an understanding of the fundamental physical and chemical phenomena involved in separations and a concise overview of transport reactions. A chapter dedicated to phytoremediation gives an understanding of the various processes i...

Chemostratigraphy: Concepts, Techniques, and Applications is the first collection of contributed articles that introduces young geoscientists to the discipline while providing seasoned practitioners with a standard reference that showcases the topic's most recent research and application developments. This multi-contributed reference on one of the youngest and most dynamic branches of the geosciences includes articles from some of the world's leading researchers. This book is a one-stop so...

AI Cataloging with Power Apps examines how artificial intelligence and Power Apps technologies streamline cataloging workflows and enhance metadata creation efficiency. This resource bridges cataloging practices with emerging automation technologies. Coverage addresses Power Apps functionality, AI-assisted cataloging tools, workflow automation, and integration approaches. Topics include machine learning in cataloging, automated metadata extraction, quality assurance automation, and system ...

Embark on an exquisite journey into the intricate world of banana leaf art, where humble leaves are transformed into breathtaking expressions of creativity. This captivating book guides readers through a scintillating exploration of the craft, from its traditional roots in classic decorations to its modern interpretations in contemporary design. With stepbystep techniques, it empowers readers to create their own masterpieces while deepening their appreciation for this timeless art form. Wh...

Cretaceous Sea Level Rise delves into the question of whether the observed short-term sea-level changes are regional (tectonic) or global (eustatic) and determines their possible relation to climate cycles; to assess the role of feedback mechanisms, i.e. thermal expansion/contraction of seawater, subsidence due to loading by water, changing vegetation of the Earth System and to investigate the relation of sea-level highs and lows to ocean anoxia and oxidation events, represented by black s...

The journey of human evolution to the development of generative AI is fascinating. In this book, we will try to explore this amazing journey. From the primitive age, our ancestors were struggling to find food, shelter, and other basic things. But gradually, with the growing intelligence of these primitive men, we got wheels, fire and similar important inventions.However, we didn't stop here with these essential inventions. We reached the sky, we landed on the moon, and we got contro...

This book focuses on protocols and constructions that make good use of the building blocks for symmetric cryptography. The book brings under one roof, several esoteric strategies of utilizing symmetric cryptographic blocks. The specific topics addressed by the book include various key distribution strategies for unicast, broadcast and multicast security and strategies for constructing efficient digests of dynamic databases using binary hash trees.

Lagos is on fire. Once known as the powerhouse of Africa, the sprawling city is melting under a deadly heatwave.Martin, however, is mostly oblivious. He moved to Lagos with a top job with one of the world’s most profitable oil companies. Trained to think of nothing but profit margins and his own career, his eyes are firmly set on the bottom line.Ansara, on the other hand, is finding life impossible since her father died working in unsafe conditions at the oil company. As a ...

This book is a sequel to the previous book by S. Ramkumar - “Not Just a Joke Book.” In a world where humor meets insight, "Wit, Wisdom, and Everything in Between" takes you on a delightful journey through life’s quirks, questions, and quiet moments. This collection brims with sharp wit, thought-provoking wisdom, life-oriented stories, that dance between laughter and reflection. Perfect for readers seeking both entertainment and enlightenment, this captivating collection invites you to embr...