This book explores the making of futuristic memory through cinematic symbols relating to future relationships between humans and artificial intelligence (AI). Amar Singh examines how audiences are being prepared for possible future scenarios where they may find themselves entangled with intelligent objects through developing relationships with them, and if so, how they might react when confronted by an intelligent species. Through this research, Singh focuses on both the complications and ...

This is the tale of the bloody war that ended in the conquest and annexation of the Punjab by the East India Company. A disgruntled garrison’s chance killing of two young British officers sent to govern the city of Multan sparks an unexpected war between the East India Company and the Sikh Empire. Following calls for retribution, Sir Hugh Gough, the veteran British Commander-in-Chief, strikes into the heart of the Punjab with a large force to face the Sikh army. After two inconclusive cont...

This book critically examines how a Hero is made, sustained, and even deformed, in contemporary cultures. It brings together diverse ideas from philosophy, mythology, religion, literature, cinema, and social media to explore how heroes are constructed across genres, mediums, and traditions.The essays in this volume present fresh perspectives for readers to conceptualize the myriad possibilities the term ‘Hero’ brings with itself. They examine the making and unmaking of the heroes a...

Green computing is a revolutionary technique that addresses environmental sustainability. It uses an eco-friendly approach to the design, manufacture, and use of computing resources. This is achieved by cutting down on electronic waste, using renewable energy sources, and consuming less energy. Recyclable materials with minimal environmental impact, software engineering techniques that are optimized, and energy-efficient hardware are examples of many approaches. Advanced technologies such ...

The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore.Boasting an incredible diversity of habitats, ranging from lush lowland rainforests to subalpine upland woodlands to coastal mangrove forest and mudflats, Peninsular Malaysia plus the island city-state of Singapore is one of the top birding destinations in South-east Asia. The region is host to a dazzling array of spectacular south-east Asian specialities such as Blue-ban...

During the eighteenth and early years of the nineteenth century, the red tide of British expansion had covered almost the entire Indian subcontinent, stretching to the borders of the Punjab. There the great Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh had developed his military forces to thwart any British advance into his kingdom north of the River Sutlej. Yet on the death of Ranjit Singh, unworthy successors and disparate forces fought over his legacy while the British East India Company seized on the opport...

The 1st International Conference on Recent Advances in Computing Sciences (RACS-2022) organized by the School ofComputer Application, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, Punjab from 4th to 5th November, 2022.The conference focuses on discussing issues, exchanging ideas, and the most recent innovations towards the advancementof research in the field of Computing Sciences and Technology. All technical sessions were predominantlyrelated to Data Science, Arti...

Bodh Gaya in the North Indian state of Bihar has long been recognized as the place where the Buddha achieved enlightenment. This book brings together the recent work of twelve scholars from a variety of disciplines - anthropology, art history, history, and religion – to highlight their various findings and perspectives on different facets of Bodh Gaya’s past and present.Through an engaging and critical overview of the place of Buddha’s enlightenment, the book discusses the dynamic ...

This book highlights and attempts to fill a crucial gap in the existing literature by providing a comprehensive exploration of the emerging field of neuro-symbolic AI. It introduces the concept of neuro-symbolic AI, highlighting its fusion of symbolic reasoning and machine learning. The book covers symbolic AI and knowledge representation, neural networks and deep learning, neuro-symbolic integration approaches, reasoning and inference techniques, applications in healthcare and robotics, a...

Highs Lows by Amar Singh is a poignant tale of resilience, self-discovery, and redemption. The story follows Ravi, a determined young man navigating the turbulent waters of betrayal, academic failure, and personal loss. A chance reunion with a childhood friend, Richa, forces Ravi to confront his past and share his journey of struggle and transformation. Expelled from college and abandoned by his father, Ravi's life takes him through the bustling streets of Chennai and Delhi, where he finds...

This book narrates the early life and spiritual journey of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, from his miraculous birth in Talwandi to his childhood filled with wisdom, kindness, and divine signs. It highlights his compassionate nature, spiritual experiences, and the miraculous events surrounding his birth, emphasizing his destined role to spread righteousness and uplift humanity. The book offers readers an inspiring glimpse into the life of the founder of Sikhism and the divine legacy he left for all gen...

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