“Why poor are poor? Who can cure poverty; ‘God’ or the ‘Government’?”‘NO POVERTY’ tops the list of Sustainable Development Goals 2030. Several government and non-government organizations are working towards ending poverty for a long time. But, much of their work and several anti-poverty policies have failed over the years because of a skewed understanding of poverty. Several theories and approaches, social scientists, and laureates often miss capturing the intrinsic cause of poverty. Endin...

An exasperated "Yours is the worst batch I have ever seen!" coming from a frustrated teacher has been every student’s pride.No treasure can be compared to the bond of crazy school friends. Group punishments, covert pickle parties, bunking school to watch movies, examination fever and summons from the principal’s office are all part of Rama and his friends’ lives as they engage in banter, tackle bullies and progress from grade to grade.Rama was an earnest, innocent boy with si...

The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna as translated by Swami Nikhilananda offers the reader a penetrating view into the spiritual wisdom of India. On account of his deep mystical experiences and constant absorption in God, Sri Ramakrishna (1836 - 1886) is regarded as being of the stature of Krishna, Buddha, and Christ. The Gospel is the record of his conversations, which are unique in their breadth and depth. Profound spiritual truths are here described in simple words and vivid stories, revealing...

Be the rightful owner of your creativity before some else commercially owns it. The knowledge of IPR is the key to professional success in the world that competes with commercial creativity.

Kriya Yoga is an ancient system of God realization which is sometimes called as the 'rocket path' to realizing God because of its effectiveness and speed in transforming human consciousness. In this system the disciple gets initiated by a qualified Guru in the techniques of Kriya. Regular practice of kriya and devotion to the Guru lead to a holistic transformation of the disciple.This book is an attempt to share my insights and experiences on the path of Kriya under the guidance of my Guru...

This book provides comprehensive and practical information on the design and implementation of circular systems for various industries, with a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. The scope of the handbook is to cover the materials circularity in a deeper analysis in accordance to ESG used in various industries such as oil and gas, IT, electronics, medicine, textile, and more. The handbook also covers the key principles of the circular economy, including material e...

The Srimad Bhagavad Gita is an epic story of the battle between good and evil, and the psychological hurdles one faces in such a battle, in addition to the physical hardships one has to endure. The former are more difficult to handle. The Gita is a treatise on celestial counselling that Arjuna needed in the midst of his battle with the evil forces that happened to be a part of his larger family. It is an illustration that man is a composite of good and evil. His goal is to overcome evil an...

About the BookPatañjali’s Yogasūtra: A Psychological Study is an attempt at an English translation of Patañjali’s Yogasūtra with commentary rendered in current psychological idiom. It features an extensive Introduction to the context and attempts to draw out conclusions on the implications of yoga theory and practices to current psychological knowledge.Yoga paradigm goes well beyond what is currently in vogue and provides a more fruitful model for studyin...

This book explores the evolution of violent extremism in Southeast Asia, charting its development from the 2001 discovery of the Jemaah Islamiyah plot linked to Al Qaeda in Singapore, to the rise of ISIS in the mid-2010s, and the emergence of new forms of extremism such as white supremacist, Hindu, and Buddhist extremism in the 2020s. It provides a comprehensive look at how these threats have shaped both regional and global security landscapes.The book brings together a series of p...

Is Public Speaking overwhelming?There are loads of information in form of books and articles out there that can help you. However, would it be nice to have an easy and simple process to follow to handle this area of your life?“Public Speaking Essentials” will reveal 6 steps that’ll help you overcome your fear and speak like a PRO.These are simple to understand and easy implement essential solutions coming from someone who was in the trenches. Since he was a shy kid ...

Stuck for a speech presentation because of lack of a speech topic idea?Do you want to rock at your college, community, or TED talks?Public Speaking Topic Secrets will help you discover your perfect topic. You'll be able generate topics based on your purpose, whether you want to inform, entertain, persuade, or inspire.You'll discover 70+ pathways to help you find the best speech topic idea that you'd love to present. Stop wasting days and nights thinking of ...

Busting 22 myths that seemingly restrain us from being fully alive.Changing the world by finding out who you truly are.Through our upbringing, we learn to eventually give in to a lifestyle characterized by shallow relationships, a feeling of numbness and suffering. Instead of navigating through life with a clear inner sense of direction, we are other-directed constantly trying to fill a seeming lack inside us.Using a fresh, unconventional and truth-provoking style, ...