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The Fall of Asian Premium, And the Rise of New Energy Corridors
Full text linkAnalysts and officials in consumer countries have used the term "Asian Premium" to refer to the higher prices paid by Asian importers for oil from major exporters like OPEC members, who are primarily behind this discriminatory pricing mechanism, which is used to subsidize Western buyers at the expense of Asian buyers. This phenomenon has been observed for several decades, with prices for OPEC-pumped oil often being 10-15% higher in Asia than in other regions. But, reducing the "premium" for Asia due to the sanctions can be seen as an economic boost, an unintended consequence. Additionally, the sanctions have resulted in an increase in the price of natural gas for Europeans
 
Rising Rice Prices and India\u27s Export Ban Threaten Food Security in Southeast Asia
Full text linkThe imposition of an export restriction on non-basmati rice by India, which came into effect on July 20, had far-reaching repercussions within the global rice market. The effects were particularly pronounced in the case of Thai white 5% broken rice, which serves as a critical benchmark in Asia. Its prices skyrocketed to an astonishing high, reaching a peak not witnessed in over 15 years, as they surged past the 400 per ton price observed at the close of November. India\u27s decision to curtail its non-basmati rice exports exerted a profound influence on the dynamics of the international rice trade, triggering significant price fluctuations and impacting stakeholders across the globe
Amphibious Operations: Do We Need a Hard Reset?
Full text linkMankind has been landing troops by sea-going vessels on foreign shores since time immemorial. In 1200 BCE, to attack Troy, the Greeks had to make a shore landing, as did the Persians prior to the Battle of Marathon in 490 BCE. Both the world wars saw several amphibious landings, the most prominent ones being Gallipoli in 1915 and Normandy in 1944. During World War 2 the Pacific Theatre witnessed many amphibious operations. Over time the complexity of amphibious operations increased with technologically enhanced land power, and the advent of maritime and air power, all of which necessitated a high degree of joint planning and flexibility of execution. This article will analyse amphibious operations in the contemporary context and examine if there is a need for a hard rese
Social Entrepreneurship Education in Social Work Colleges in Gujarat: Evaluation of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Teaching Practices
Full text linkHigher education institutions across the world are considered as the hotspot of ideas and innovation. It has influenced the local ecosystem and transformed not only the business and science and technology but also metamorphosed the social sector. The transformation in the social sector may be witnessed in the form of a wave of entrepreneurship in the social sector. This means infusing business principles in the social development sector has the potential to solve many problems the social sector has been facing for a long time. Social entrepreneurship as an area of study is at a nascent phase in India. Educational institutions across India are finding traction in this emerging area of study. Some universities have started degree programmes on social entrepreneurship. Some of them are offering it as a course within the degree programme. However, higher educational institutions have started pushing social entrepreneurship but systematic intervention is required to make such efforts more meaningful and lucrative.
Against this backdrop, the proposed paper will assess the infusion of social entrepreneurship in the syllabus, pedagogy, and teaching practices of the Social Work Institute located in Gujarat. Social Work College in Gujarat offers undergraduates (BSW), post-graduates (MSW), and Doctoral Programme (PhD). The state of Gujarat has been chosen for the study because it is considered one of the favoured business destinations. The changes in the syllabi of the discipline of social work will be perused for the study across Gujarat. The paper’s outcome will help in knowing the actual status of social entrepreneurial education in curriculum, pedagogy, and teaching perspectives. It may also help in designing a skill-based & focused approach to prepare students for social entrepreneurship through curriculum, pedagogy & teaching practices intervention
The Role of Optical Interconnect in Facilitating Data Center Disaggregation
Full text linkWe are in the middle of an unprecedented data explosion. Not only are we generating more data, but also consuming more – and it is growing more complex by the day. The key question is: can today’s modern data centers keep up with this surge in demand that will continue unabated as we add more layers of smart devices, IoT, and other emerging technologies to society?
 
The Rise of ChatGPT and Large Language Models: Assessing the Risks
Full text linkLarge language models (LLMs) and AI chatbots have taken the world by storm since the debut of ChatGPT in late 2022, with their effortless ability to answer a wide array of questions. This innovation has rapidly become one of the most rapidly growing consumer applications in recent memory, prompting competitors to develop their own models or quickly deploy their in-house creations. However, as with any emerging technology, there are concerns about the potential risks and implications for security. In this article, we\u27ll delve into some of the cybersecurity aspects associated with ChatGPT and LLMs in general in the near term
AI and the Potential to Create Digital Twins to Transform Military Logistics
Full text linkEfficient and reliable military logistics are essential to the success of military operations. When effectively integrated into logistics planning and decision-making, Artificial Intelligence (AI) can simplify complex logistics operations. Digital twins are digital representations of physical objects, systems, or processes. When powered by AI, digital twins have the potential to make military logistics smarter, more efficient, and cost-effective. It is proposed that all military equipment (embedded with sensors) and military depots in the Indian Army should have their AI digital twins created to facilitate predictive maintenance and AI-driven demand forecasting respectively. An attempt has been made to explore and validate the proposed concepts through two prototype machine-learning projects. The article further delves into the implementation aspects of AI digital twin-based predictive maintenance anddemand forecasting followed by key recommendations for adoption in the Indian Army
Romance of the Three Kingdoms: Luo Guanzhong
Full text linkChina has a rich history spanning four to five thousand years. Despite periods of instability and internal warfare, stories and myths from the people have inspired well-known works like this book which was first published in 1522 AD. It has been translated into English and many other languages. It is attributed to Luo Guanzhong and is in the genre of historical fiction. The Romance of the Three Kingdoms is set during the last years of the Han dynasty and the turmoil between warlords that followed, resulting in the division of China into three states. The book is known for its unique blend and is considered a masterpiece due to its unforgettable characters, epic battles, and enduring impact on Chinese society