The world has been facing global challenges leading to a new epoch history has never witnessed. An epoch unfavourable to human existence and characterized by scarcity of resources. This is so, due to accumulating factors which include excessive economic growth by countries, high consumption of goods and resources. this paper discusses the factors further aggravating Global challenges hence leading to Anthropocene. It will also point out economic degrowth as a possible suggestion towards addressing the worsening global challenges.
The research paper is organized to estimate the volatility ad return of the Nifty PSE index stocks listed on NSE. The data is collected for a period of 9 years i.e., from 1st January 2011 to 31st December 2019. The paper analyses the performance of the Nifty PSE index stocks and for this, the daily price behaviour of the stocks was considered and to understand the volatility, GARCH family model was applied. The study is purely based on secondary data collected from NSE. An attempt.has been made in this paper to understand the performance delivered by the Nifty PSE index stocks and the volatility associated with that performance during the study period.
Mohammad Yunus while studying about lives of poor entrepreneurs in his native country Bangladesh stumbled upon the idea of microcredit. Microfinance has since been considered as a strong and effective instrument for ensuring development. Microfinance is the practice of giving out loans to poor at minimal condition to help them break out of the shackles of poverty. There are different models of microfinance to serve the poor people like Grameen Bank model, Self Help Group bank linkage programme model, Microfinance Institution model, Bank correspondent model, and Bank partnership model. At present, self help group Bank Linkage programme model and the Micro Finance Institution model for delivery of Microfinance in India is working on large scale as compare to other models. Self help group Bank Linkage programme model is recognized as largest Micro finance programme all over the world in terms of coverage. This paper attempts to focus on status of Microfinance and its delivery model prevailing in India. Keywords: Microfinance, Self help group, Microfinance models, Microfinance institutions
Abstract Academic research is of paramount importance in the realm of higher education as good research promotes great teaching and learning experiences. Research in teaching offers valuable inputs into the practices and the methodologies with which theories defined in the textbooks are derived, thus, encouraging the students to gain knowledge in ways that exams and assignments cannot impart. The purpose of the current research is therefore, to explore the recent scope, prospects and challenges of academic research in higher education of India. To address the study objectives, a quantitative questionnaire is prepared and distributed among 100 lecturers appointed in select higher education institutions in India. The study provides worthy inferences pertaining to the impact of academic research on the quality of teaching, learning capabilities, teaching methods and curriculum designs in higher education. The evidences obtained indicate that academic research aids in the evolution and growth of Indian higher education by affecting job satisfaction levels of teachers, and advancing teaching methodologies and means followed in institutions. It further assists the teachers in comprehending the competency set of students, and the attention required by them for better academic results. The inferences drawn in the study are eminently useful for the academicians exploring the current research domain. Keywords: Academic research, higher education, quality of teaching, teaching methodologies, learning capabilities.
The purpose of the study was to aware about the common aspects of Consumer behaviour which is comparatively a new field of study which evolved just after the Second World War. The sellers market has disappeared and buyers market has come up. This led to paradigm shift of the manufacturer‘s attention from product to consumer and specially focused on the consumer behaviour. The evaluation of marketing concept from mere selling concept to consumer oriented marketing has resulted in buyer behaviour becoming an independent discipline. The growth of consumerism and consumer legislation emphasizes the importance that is given to the consumer. Consumer behaviour is a study of how individuals make decision to spend their available resources (time, money and effort) or consumption related aspects (What they buy? When they buy? How they buy? etc.). The heterogeneity among people makes understanding consumer behaviour a challenging task to marketers. Hence marketers felt the need to obtain an in-depth knowledge of consumers buying behaviour. Finally this knowledge acted as an imperative tool in the hands of marketers to forecast the future buying behaviour of customers and devise four marketing strategies in order to create long term customer relationship.
Regardless of a growing body of literature on organizational performance, explaining why organizations in the same industry and markets differ in their performance remains a fundamental question within the strategic management field. The study was designed to examine the mediating role of institutional capability and planning resources on the performance of financial institutions in Ethiopia. This study has used a cross-sectional survey in dealing with the mediating role of institutional capability & planning resources on the performance of financial institutions. Out of 175 questionnaires, 142 usable ones were collected from the financial institutions which were operated in Ethiopia. We find that institutional capability was mediating the relationship between planning resources & performance of financial institutions, which has a significant positive influence. Besides, it was ascertained that planning resources have a significant positive effect on the performance of financial institutions. The finding of this research work offer guidance to managers considering how to configure and deploy planning resources and how to utilize capabilities to enhance the performance of financial institutions. Limitations and future research were discussed. Keywords: Strategic planning resources, Institutional capability, Financial Institutions, Performance, Ethiopia.
Using debt in company’s capital structure has always been a double edged sward. This paper aims to analyze the impact of financial leverage on the profitability and valuation of companies listed in the S&P BSE Manufacturing Index. The reason for choosing the topic is due to rising importance of manufacturing sector in Indian Economy and recent crisis in well known Indian companies due to liquidity crunch caused by poor capital structure management. (Key words: Financial Leverage, Profitability, Valuation, Debt Equity ratio, Interest coverage ratio, S&P BSE Manufacturing Index)
This paper aims to offer a review of literature on microfinance for poverty alleviation, focusing on the different dimensions of how microfinance plays a positive role in alleviating poverty. A narrative-contextual method was used to review the relevant literature. In total, 53 relevant articles on microfinance and the role it plays in alleviating poverty were reviewed and synthesized in different dimensions to provide a holistic picture of the positive relationship. Findings support Microfinance indeed plays a significant role in improving the living standards of its beneficiaries but there is room for improvement in microfinance program-design. Findings suggest that in addition to micro-loans, the poor population need access to non-financial support to complement them in the hope to uplift them out of poverty. There is a need for matching of demand and supply sides in terms of products and delivery mechanisms. Research implications – The findings can be used by microfinance practitioners to assess and improve their program designs to match the needs of their clients, address the sustainability issues and work with policy makers to facilitate such policy implications like access to education, clean water and infrastructure
TQM is an approach to management for an enterprise focused on quality, based on the involvement of all the employees with an intend of achieving enduring success through customer satisfaction and benefits to all stakeholders of organization. There is little research work has been carried on effect of TQM implementation in performance of small & medium enterprises in India. Literature review attract the importance of quality management practices for SMEs in order to improve their current business practices as well as quality of products and services to ensure long-term survival in increasing global competition. On the other hand, there are several constraints to successful implementation of TQM practices for example lack of awareness & training program relating to TQM, commitment by top management, customer focus, financial and human resources in SMEs. In particular, the study reveals the results of questionnaire survey of 1030 small & medium enterprises of north Karnataka region of India This research work is an extensive empirical research study on implementation of total quality management practices that examine the rationale of TQM implementation and impact on organizational performance. The present research study focused on examining TQM implementation practices that are most appropriate to the small and medium enterprises in India.
The following paper studies the differences and the similarities between two important institutes spreading language and culture throughout the world. The Confucius Institute and the Alliance Francaise. While the Confucius Institute spread Chinese language and culture throughout the world, the Alliance Francaise spread French language and culture. The first part of this thesis will analyze the background of both institutes. The second part will focus on the teaching method.
Industrial hazards are an increasing source of risk to people and their environment. The Haldia industrial town represents a semi natural and cultural habitat which can be considered as a manifestation of human interaction with semi-natural environment in the face of industrialization and rapid urbanization. Urban woodland habitat and wasteland habitat are gradually affecting the habitat characters of manmade activities, globalization of production, an increase of industrialization, landuse alternation, etc. This paper reports on biodiversity assessment and comparison between woodland and wasteland habitat in selected habitat based ecological analysis of Haldia industrial town. The study targeted on species variation, composition and richness of woodland and wasteland habitat. Comparison study assess by several statistical techniques depending on that micro zones analysis. The study has been supported entirely primary field survey.
This paper explores consumer attitudes towards Global and Local brands on the occurrence of Preference reversal (PR) in Tanzania with the incorporation of framing effect. A model to look at the relationship between the variables was developed to reflect developing countries case. After the model development, data was collected via an online questionnaire. At the end of the online survey, 355 usable questionnaires were generated, and used for the final analysis of data. However, prior to administering the final questionnaire online, a pilot study was done to test the correctness and validity of the questionnaire developed. The results from the pilot study showed that the questionnaire instruments were valid and consequently led to the administration of the final questionnaire. The collected data was analyzed and the results showed that under gain framing, consumers prefer global brands to local brands whereas under loss framing, consumers prefer local brands to global brands. Furthermore, the results showed that under gain framing, the impact of perceived quality on purchase intention was stronger than that of under loss framing. On the other hand, in gain framing, the impact of perceived brand prestige on purchase intention was weaker than that of under loss framing. Additionally, the results show that gain framing, the impact of perceived brand prestige on purchase intention was weaker than that of loss framing. The present study therefore provides conceptual and empirical evidence in support of the notion that both globally and locally perceived brands are appreciated not only for their superior prestige and quality but also because of their preference reversals under gain and loss framing.
Abstract Regardless of a growing body of literature on organizational performance, explaining why organizations in the same industry and markets differ in their performance remains a fundamental question within the strategic management field. The study was designed to examine the mediating role of institutional capability and planning resources on the performance of financial institutions in Ethiopia. This study has used a cross-sectional survey in dealing with the mediating role of institutional capability & planning resources on the performance of financial institutions. Out of 175 questionnaires, 142 usable ones were collected from the financial institutions which were operated in Ethiopia. We find that institutional capability was mediating the relationship between planning resources & performance of financial institutions, which has a significant positive influence. Besides, it was ascertained that planning resources have a significant positive effect on the performance of financial institutions. The finding of this research work offer guidance to managers considering how to configure and deploy planning resources and how to utilize capabilities to enhance the performance of financial institutions. Limitations and future research were discussed. Keywords: Strategic planning resources, Institutional capability, Financial Institutions, Performance, Ethiopia.
The purpose of the study is to study the effect of social marketing on building brands under corona virus (Covid-19) threat. The other aim of the study is the study the impact of astrological prediction on the effect of corona virus among consumers. It is a both primary and secondary research. Secondary research is done to understand the issues and how social marketing can help in building the confidence and trust level in consumers. It also tries to gather opinion on the astrological prediction and its application towards planning of social marketing. Study which is more exploratory in nature revealed that social marketing approach has built the confidence level among anxious consumers and enhanced trust level. The brand recall and trust for the brand has gone up. Astrological prediction has evoked mixed reaction but has given hope on economic revival as all are expecting lowering of GDP in India and job loss among Indian Consumers. Activities initiated is liked by majority of consumers except daily wage earners who lack the basic understanding of attacks of invisible army of corona virus. Astrological prediction will help in planning accordingly for social marketing.
ABSTRACT In Pakistan, where violations have surpassed all levels of toluene, little attention has been paid to systematically study and address the issue. Some of violations such as forced disappearances even threaten the integrity of the state of Pakistan. Torture, custodial deaths, extra-judicial killings, cruel and inhume treatment of the accused, custodial rape, illegal detention, detention longer than permitted by law are some the heinous practices which have eroded the public confidence in pole and law enforcement mechanisms of state. This research aims at unearthing the reasons behind human rights violations of accused from police and tends to look into the structural and operational flaws inside police department to recommend useful reforms. Since satisfactory research has been conducted while keeping in view the victim side of the problem, the research tends to take into its account perceptions of police officials to comprehend the hidden dimensions of the problem. Researchers have interviewed police officials of various rank and files to collect primary data to reach pragmatic conclusions. Recruitment, training, and on-job experiences have been ascertained to dig up the compelling reasons behind such atrocities.
The women in general play a very important role in every community. The status of women in India differ in each region. In most parts of India women are considered as a weaker section of the society due to various reasons like gender differences, customs, traditions, attitudes and also due to patriarchal nature of the society. However, today in most parts of the country women are outshining, and enjoying equal rights as men and striving for the best. This paper seeks to bring in some of the frames of the women in Northeast India. The idea of Northeast is too contested, at the same time constitutes a very large area, to bring into the ambit of this paper. Therefore, what it attempts to do is to take a view from afar and see from a broader lens touching the status of women in north east India with respect to dignity, rights, education, roles in the family and society, opportunities, occupation, and violence. The regions selected for the study were Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Assam Meghalaya and Tripura. The age group was approximately 12 to 40 years of age. The methodology of this paper is descriptive and required information were collected from different secondary sources like books, research articles, different government documents, etc. The implications of the study is to bring awareness about the condition of women of north east communities. Both the positive and negative aspects that they live in are explained, which provides a more comprehensive and clear picture about the overall status of women in the North East Indian regions. Keywords: North-East, Women, Status, Equality.
This paper was aimed at exploring firm capabilities in wood and metal manufacturing SMEs in Eritrea. The paper employed a case study research strategy with four wood and metal manufacturing firms. In-depth interview was used to collect the data from each case. The data was analysed using pattern matching where the concepts were catrgirised into themes. A cross-case analysis was also coducted to determine whether there was consistency among the results of the individual cases. Results revealed five organizational capabilities dimensions including employees' technical skill, owner-managers' innovetiveness, personal relationships, formal education, and industry-specific experience linked to the firms' performance. The paper adds knowledge to the theoretical debate by exploring the dimensions of firm capabilities in SMEs in Eritrea, from a developing country context.
In India women are playing a significant role in development of sustainable entrepreneurship ventures and driving community development and inclusive growth through their dynamic leadership.This paper focuses on development of women led sustainable entrepreneurial ventures ,their growth stories and challenges faced by them in moving forward and brings out developing model linking sustainable entrepreneurial ventures led by women and societal development. Entrepreneurship in India has been instrumental in poverty alleviation and strategic growth functions.Successful women led ventures are driving economic growth , inspiring the surrounding environment and focusing on community development. In this scenario growth of women entrepreneurs becomes an imperative strategy to be focused on by the Government,public and social institutions. Keywords:Sustainable entrepreneurship,societal development,women leadership
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) is a global police agency whose main aims are to: assist states in the global system work together to investigate international crimes and bring offenders to prosecution; maintain global security; facilitate worldwide police cooperation and crime control; provide support services, expertise, and training to law enforcements worldwide; and as well focus on some areas of insecurity and transnational crime: terrorism, cybercrime, and organized crime. The INTERPOL that was founded in 1923 in Vienna, Austria, is headquartered in Lyon, France with seven (7) Regional Bureaus (RBs) globally and also having National Central Bureaus (NCBs) in all 194 member states, making it the world largest police organization. The agency also facilitates cooperation among national law enforcement institutions via the various criminal databases and communications networks. The agency is as well, bedeviled with an avalanche of security challenges in executing some of its fundamental responsibilities. Therefore, the study in its own objective, reviews the security challenges and criticisms that serve as clogs in the wheel of INTERPOL as a global police agency in discharging its responsibilities which include: bias, politically-motivated arrests/harassment of oppositions; involvement in multi-billion deals with culprits; corruption; unfair trials amongst others. Towards repositioning the agency to remain highly responsive and strategic in its fight against international crimes and insecurity, the study recommends the need to incorporate and integrate effective reforms in the system in order to carry out its primary assignments without fear or favour in the global system. Recommendations of the study include: shunning corruption, dissociation from politics in the discharge of its duties, fair trials, lack of bias, and respect for fundamental human rights among others.
NPA also known as Non-Performing Assets is defined as credit facility in respect of which the interest and installment of principal has remained 'past due' for a specified period of time. NPA is an important parameter in the analysis of financial performance of a bank. This paper presents the impact of NPAs in banking sector of India namely Scheduled Commercial Bank(SCB),Public Sector Bank(PSB),New Private Sector Bank(NPSB) and analyzed data as Gross NPA Ratio and Net NPA Ratio of different banks. This study aims to perform the analysis between private sector banks and public sector banks of India by the mean of NPAs. Keywords: NPAs, SCB, PSB, Gross NPAs ratio, Net NPAs ratio
