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“A Collection of 5 Engaging Short Stories” Alok falls for Alka as she opens her heart to him, they are in deep love but her mother is strictly against the affair….Alka finds herself torn between family and love…will Alok stand by her? Will they ever get married? Ameen wants to break free from tradition. He longs to live a life in the fast lane but meets a fatal accident….will he ever be able to fulfill his dreams…can he dodge death? Dipu runs across the lanes of Kanpur selling readymade tea….an unusual day changes his purpose of life forever….he becomes a savior….the media calls him a Superhero! The little Keto lives in a fascinating land like no other, he is amazed by a daily phenomenon that no one is able to explain…what is this place?…or is it any place at all? Identical twins Jim and Tim were living a life full of joy. A sudden misadventure turns their fate around and causes their father to disown them…
1815 AD, East India Company is fast encroaching upon monarchies and domains. The kingdom of Chhatargarh however stands strong under the rule of Raja Prithviratan Singh. His leadership and farsightedness have kept the Kingdom protected until one day when he suddenly dies in a freak accident. All hell breaks loose as Chhatargarh spirals into depths of peril. Can its ministers help save the now headless dominion from falling into the hands of the British or being plundered by the Pindaris?A mysterious occurrence catapults Ajit and Anu into an uncharted territory of horrors. With each of them and their young child separated, they have nowhere to go. Can they find their way back or will they peri...
Containing cases decided by the Privy Council, federal, provincial, shariat courts, and high courts of various Pakistani jurisdictions.
This book explores the ‘folk’ performance genre of Kobigaan, a dialogic song-theatre form in which performers verse-duel, in contemporary West Bengal in India and Bangladesh. Thought to be a nearly extinct form, the book shows how the genre is still prevalent in the region. The author shows how like many other ‘folk’ practices in South and South-East Asia, the content and format of this genre has undergone vital changes thus raising questions of authenticity, patronage and cultural politics. She captures live performances of Kobigaan through ethnographies spread across borders — from village rituals to urban festivals, and from Bengali cinema to television and new media. While unde...
In the wake of the unprecedented challenges posed by the coronavirus, the world grapples with a health crisis and economic, environmental, and energy challenges. This pandemic’s disastrous impact on these areas is often a matter of justice. Beyond the immediate human toll, the economic ramifications have sent shockwaves through business organizations, disrupting the foundations of leading economies. This period, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, serves as a litmus test for leadership, demanding strategic acumen from the energy industry and all facets of global business. Energy Crisis and Its Impact on Global Business explores the multifaceted challenges business organizations face after the...
Heavy metals can be found everywhere; on Earth, in water, in the food we eat, and even inside our bodies. It is very important to learn more about heavy metals and how they can improve human life, including how to use them and how to avoid harm. This book covers several topics on heavy metals to enrich our knowledge about their effects, removal, and protection.
Religious parties are increasingly common in all parts of the world. Their rise in Muslim-majority countries has been particularly prominent as they increasingly participate in elections, win legislative seats and join governments. Since they are often founded on orthodox principles that are inconsistent with liberal democracy, the consequences of their rise and success for the prospects of liberal democratic values and practices has inspired much heated debate and discussion. This book considers a question that has been central in these debates: will the rise and success of religious parties lead to declines in the civil liberties of their citizens?
Emerging Energy Materials: Applications and Challenges guides the reader through materials used in progressive energy systems. It tackles their use in energy storage across solar, bio, geothermal, wind, fossil, hydrogen, nuclear, and thermal energy. Specific chapters are dedicated to energy reaping systems currently in development. This book contributes to the current literature by highlighting concerns that are frequently overlooked in energy materials textbooks. Awareness of these challenges and contemplation of possible solutions is critical for advancing the field of energy material technologies. Key features: Provides up-to-date information on the synthesis, characterization, and a rang...
Natural and Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Composites Discover a comprehensive exploration of fiber reinforced polymers by an expert team of editors Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites offer several unique properties that make them ideal for use in a wide range of industries, from automotive and aerospace to marine, construction, and co-industrial. In Natural and Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Composites: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, a distinguished team of mechanical engineers delivers a comprehensive overview of fiber reinforced composites. This edited volume includes thorough discussions of glass-, cotton-, and carbon-fiber reinforced materials, as well as the tribological proper...