Media persons, once referred to as the torch bearers of the fourth pillar of the democracy, are being trolled and tagged as ‘presstitutes’ these days. “Do journalists really need serious introspection?”So, what happens when Alisha- a commercial sex worker tells a reporter Shailesh, “You are a bigger dhandhebaaj than us.” When a reporter decides to expose his universe, the result comes out as a compilation of stories. They bring out the murkiness not only of the media world but also ...

This book provides holistic guidance and proposes practical frameworks to navigate complex learning environments in the rapidly evolving climate, and an environment to facilitate effective learning and knowledge transfer, while advocating a shift in the learning culture, and culture of learning, in varying contexts. It serves well for varying and cross-disciplinary clusters of individuals, particularly for academics, senior management of higher education institutions, and senior leaders of...

This book presents strategies and practices for facilitating effective learning for mainland Chinese students in western based education – regarding e.g. the choice of instructional techniques, attention to students’ cultural dislocation aspects, comfort, familiarity, and ease of knowledge transfer. It embeds innovativeness at a conceptual level, and argues for a holistic and “engaged” approach to learning effectiveness for mainland Chinese students.

Someone is watching…Somewhere in the Shadows is a psychological thriller set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most exciting cities Dubai.Ria Sharma is on the fast track to professional success young and ambitious with a corporate career and a lifestyle that is envied by all.She is also being stalked.Unknown to Ria, her office is not the safe haven she thinks it is, and the corridors are filled with terrible secrets that must never be told.W...

Intimate Leadership is a book for every corporate leader, startup founder, family-business owner or entrepreneur who wishes to build a long-term, profitable consumer-products business. The book is for those looking for simple yet timeless and powerful people-oriented solutions in an ever-changing world. Jayaram draws from his 21 years of experience managing and reinventing Bril-an iconic, Indian, heritage brand that so many of us have grown up using and loving. Bril has touched the lives o...

"Crisply written… a finely drawn account of how you can unravel climate change, as you relate to your everyday life."Climate Change and Environment offers hands-on exercises and activities that teachers and students can use to make the theory of Climate Change and Environment become practical in their day-to-day lives. The book offers solutions to the impacts of climate change ranging from social response to the impacts, and technologies available to combat climate change. Indian an...

In this issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics, guest editor Dr. Ravi Rajaram brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Operative Management of Chest Wall Disease. Top experts provide a contemporary review of operative planning, surgical approaches, reconstructive techniques, and postoperative challenges following chest wall resection. Readers will have an opportunity to learn more about indications for complex resections and expected outcomes, not only from a perioperative standpoint b...

Offering a radical new toolbox for digital storytellers, this key text contains everything today’s media practitioners need to know about conceptualising, editing and producing stories for online platforms and audiences.This book teaches readers practical skills for increasing their reach online, strengthening their personal brand and improving follower counts across the social web, including main platforms such as Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. Encouraging a DI...

Uterine cancers are the commonest malignancies of the female genital tract in the developed world, and are increasing in numbers world over because of obesity and other life-style changes. Many of these malignancies are hereditary and thus, a better understanding of the genetic and molecular biology is needed. This would lead to appropriate treatment plan for improving the quality of life and long-term survival. This book addresses, in depth, all aspects of uterine malignancies covering bo...

The field of medical imaging seen rapid development over the last two decades and has consequently revolutionized the way in which modern medicine is practiced. Diseases and their symptoms are constantly changing therefore continuous updating is necessary for the data to be relevant. Diseases fall into different categories, even a small difference in symptoms may result in categorising it in a different group altogether. Thus analysing data accurately is of critical importance. This book c...

The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine Learning (ML) is revolutionizing healthcare and environmental management by enabling real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and personalized interventions. These technologies enhance patient care by facilitating early disease detection, remote monitoring, and data-driven treatment strategies, ultimately improving health outcomes. In environmental management, IoT and ML contribute to sustainable solutions by tracking air and w...

The alarming rise in greenhouse gas and pollution level which has resulted in serious environmental and ecological harm is the biggest concern today. It has not only made the lives of mankind miserable but also threatens their very existence. Ecology and Environment has delved in depth on the subject and brings a broad perspective of the various issues. Following the curriculum of University Grants Commission, the book covers different types of ecosystem on the earth. It deals with the eff...