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Introduction: Diffusion of innovation is an approach with influence from technology companies, government policy, global agenda and Mass media. However, this institution led outreach is also getting reshaped by the peer learning processes within communities seeking to subvert the expert knowledges for their own benefit. Increasingly communities are adopting innovative knowledge practices and scientifically tested techniques to address their local, contextual and nuanced challenges.

This study aims to analyze the impact of population density on urban health within the framework of environmental exposure and spatial inequalities. The research integrates population density data with air quality indicators—particularly PM2.5 and PM10 measurements—per capita green space availability, waste generation statistics, and tap water quality reports. The findings indicate that dense urban development reduces access to green spaces, while increased traffic, heating, and energy consumption exacerbate air pollution.

The infrastructure development in tribal dominated areas in India has been one of the most apex agendas of the various governments. After the independence, the various governments during different course of time have tried their level best to make the tribes of India joining the common society and citizens of the nations.But the tribes of India are still considered as backward on the various criteria & socio-economic development indicators.

Child protection is a fundamental priority within modern criminal jurisprudence. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO) was enacted as a robust child protection statute to combat exploitation and sexual abuse of minors. It defines child as person below 18 years, promoting debate on age of consent. The rigid framework of the law creates constitutional paradox by criminalizing consensual intimacy among adolescence; a stage associated with increasing biological maturation and cognitive awareness of sexuality.

This study examines how social media influences student learning motivation by identifying and prioritizing the factors that matter most in a high-school learning context. Using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), the research evaluates four main dimensions Content Exposure, Relationship Network, Algorithmic Personalization, and Learning Tools and 15 corresponding sub-factors through pairwise comparisons conducted by a panel of experts in education management, artificial intelligence, and student learning practice.

The increasing fiscal burden on healthcare systems has strengthened the need to analyse healthcare utilisation in terms of economic efficiency. Both conventional biomedical care and traditional systems coexist in the pluralistic healthcare systems in India. Traditional and complementary healthcare systems are institutionalised under AYUSH systems in India. Despite the escalating utilisation of AYUSH services, limited empirical findings exist on its cost-adjusted utilisation efficiency across different ailments and diseases.

The present study examined the social media has become an inevitability for civil society across the globe, with an extensive range of stakeholders, including ordinary citizens, activists, non-governmental organizations, telecom companies, software manufacturers, and governments. The social media revolution in Indian politics is genuine, tangible, and increasing. The study shows that the rapid growth of social media platforms has significantly changed the working, communication, and electoral environments of Indian political parties.

The rapid advancement of digital technologies has catalyzed a paradigm shift in educational delivery, giving rise to smart education ecosystems that leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Big Data Analytics to create adaptive, personalized, and data-driven learning environments. Despite growing interest in these technologies, there remains a lack of comprehensive understanding regarding the critical determinants that enable successful implementation and sustainability of smart education ecosystems.

As consumer preferences evolve in India's dynamic e-commerce environment, platforms such as Blinkit and Flipkart must align their operations with customer expectations. This study investigates the impact of customer ratings and reviews on repeat purchase behaviour and monthly sales performance. Unlike traditional studies focusing on delivery speed or pricing, this paper explores how customer-generated ratings influence business outcomes.

The Rashtrakuta Dynasty (c.8th–10thcentury) played a vital role in substantially influencing the economic and commercial landscape of medieval India. From Manyakheta as their capital, the Rashtrakutas ruled over a major portion of the Deccan region and built a thriving economy based on trade networks, agriculture, taxation, and active commerce. Both domestic and international trade were stimulated by their administration's promotion of economic stability.