Effectiveness of Task-Oriented Training in Improving Motor Function in Post-Stroke Hemiplegia: A Systematic Review
Sports, Health & Wellness Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Task-oriented training (TOT) is widely used in stroke rehabilitation to improve motor function and independence in daily living. This review aims to evaluate TOT’s effectiveness in adults with post-stroke hemiplegia acro...
The Impact of Pranayama on Quality of Life (QoL) Field Version in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Sports, Health & Wellness Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study explores the efficacy of Pranayama practices on the quality of life (QoL) among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Employing a controlled, 24-week intervention with 90 participants...
Influence of Yoga Practices on Mood States of Individuals with Drug Addiction – an Open-Label Study
Sports, Health & Wellness Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Objective: To explore the impact of yoga practices on mood states in individuals struggling with drug addiction. Methods: This non-randomized open trial was conducted at a drug rehabilitation center in northern India. 68...
Analysing Existing Literature on Mental Health and Well-Being Among the Elderly in India
Sports, Health & Wellness Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
With the rise in the aged population, mental health conditions among older adults have become a matter of great concern due to different psychosocial issues. This paper talks about the critical issues related to mental h...
Holistic Impact of Selective Hatha Yoga Practices on the Physical and Mental Health of Knee Osteoarthritis Patients in Himachal Pradesh
Sports, Health & Wellness Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study investigates the impact of a structured 12-week selective Hatha Yoga intervention on the physical health of patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. A total of 100 participants aged 4...
Public Policy and Governance in Modi's Era: A Decadal Analysis (2014–2024)
Policy, Law, and Governance Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This article explores the evolution of public policy and governance during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure from 2014 to 2024. It offers a critical evaluation of accomplishments, challenges, and implications for dem...
The Climate-Displacement Nexus in India: Drivers, Outcomes, and Policy Challenges
Policy, Law, and Governance Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Climate change is emerging as a critical driver of human displacement in India, with escalating disasters, environmental degradation, and livelihood losses forcing large-scale migration. This systematic review synthesise...
Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Risks for Corporate Security
Policy, Law, and Governance Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape worldwide, including in India, where digital transformation is accelerating across corporate sectors. This paper explores the...
Implementation and Challenges of New Education Policy 2020: The Context of Cooperative Federalism in India
Policy, Law, and Governance Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Since the colonial period, the relationship between education and federalism has evolved. In 1917, the Sadler Commission declared education a state subject, assigning significant coordinating responsibilities to the cent...
Comparative analysis of the distribution of Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) in India and Policy Recommendations
Policy, Law, and Governance Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Education is a foundational pillar for individual empowerment, societal progress, and national development. As a constitutionally guaranteed right, education must be inclusive, transcending boundaries of gender, caste, r...
Psychosocial Effects of Social Isolation on Quality of Life in End-of-Life Care Settings
Pure & Applied Psychology Research Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
Social isolation is a widespread but undervalued problem in end-of-life care centres, affecting the emotional, psychological, and general well-being of terminally ill patients. This study discusses the frequency, pouring...
Integrating Social Presence Theory and Need to Belong Theory to understand Dating Site Usage among Indian Youth
Pure & Applied Psychology Research Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study investigates the psychological and social variables influencing dating site usage, emphasizing the roles of Need to Belong, Social Presence, and Self-Esteem, with age as a moderating factor. A structural equat...
The Midlife Crisis Revisited: A Multidisciplinary Review of Theory, Evidence and Sociocultural Context
Pure & Applied Psychology Research Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
The concept of the midlife crisis, first introduced by Elliott Jaques in 1965, refers to a period of psychological turbulence often occurring between the ages of 40 and 60. Commonly associated with emotional distress, ex...
Relationship between Impulse Buying and Instant Gratification Tendencies
Pure & Applied Psychology Research Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study explores the psychological and behavioural connections between instant gratification tendencies and impulse buying, particularly within digital consumer behaviour. It highlights the impact of emotional trigger...
Digital Devotion in the Era of Cyberpilgrimage: Understanding Virtual Pilgrimage Intentions among Older Adults
Pure & Applied Psychology Research Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study explores the psychological and technological predictors of virtual pilgrimage intentions among older adults in India—a population often excluded from traditional sacred journeys due to age-related constraints....
Perception of Mindfulness and Self-Awareness Practices in Mitigating Negative Effects of Social Media Usage on Academic Performance of Management Students
Journal of Educational Policies and Excellence - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This study explores the perception of mindfulness and self-awareness practices in mitigating the negative academic effects of social media usage among Indian management students. Based on in-depth interviews with ten par...
The Changing Value of a University Degree: Integrating Technology, Sustainability, Quantum Thinking and Human Values
Journal of Educational Policies and Excellence - Vol. 1, Issue 1
PURPOSE The exponential pace of technological advancement, coupled with global sustainability imperatives and volatile socio-economic conditions, demands a profound transformation in higher education. India, with its dee...
Reimagining Educational Dynamics in India: Foundations, Competencies, and the Road to Self-Reliance
Journal of Educational Policies and Excellence - Vol. 1, Issue 1
This paper explores the dynamic evolution of education in India through a critical synthesis of historical commissions, policy frameworks, philosophical underpinnings, and technological interventions. Anchored in the tri...
Challenges and Prospects of Science Education in Bihar’s Madrasas: A Resource-Based Analysis
Journal of Educational Policies and Excellence - Vol. 1, Issue 1
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes inclusive, equitable, and quality education across all educational institutions, including those serving historically marginalized groups. Madrasas, which hold cultural...
Influencer Credibility and Meme Marketing as Drivers of Sustainability Awareness among Gen Z Consumers in India: A Qualitative Exploration
Business Strategy and Management Insights - Vol. 1, Issue 1
As the digital realm continues to expand, the complexity of modern software ecosystems has increased the frequency and severity of zero-day attacks, causing traditional cyber defence mechanisms to be insufficient. This s...