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Impact of Consistent and Stable Dividend on Share Values: Insights from Indian Corporate Firms
Full text linkThe study undertakes to determine the impact of Dividend Decisions on the value of shares. For this purpose, the study attempts to know whether firms follow consistency in their dividend payments and if that consistency brings an effect on the value of the firm measured by shareprices. The firms listed on NSE 100 index has been taken as the sample and the firms are divided into three categories of Consistent Dividend Payers, Irregular Dividend Payers and Consistent as well as Stable Dividend Payers. Test results supported the use of Fixed Effects Method and Driscoll Kraay Robust Standard Errors are employed along to address the issues of multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation. The results under all the firms, Consistent Dividend Payers, consistent as well as Stable Payers are almost the same which showed that Dividend payout is not an influencing factor of share value aligning with the MM theory of Dividend. But in case of Irregular Payers, Dividend payout appeared to be statistically significant indicating that payment of Dividend signals positive information to the market thereby increasing the value of shares. The results are mixed supporting both the Relevancy and Irrelevancy theory of Dividends
Exploring Loan Growth Determinants of Indian Banks Listed in The Nifty Bank Index
Full text linkThe banking sector plays a pivotal role in the economic development of a country by facilitating financial intermediation and providing essential services such as loans to individuals and businesses. Loan growth is a critical indicator of a bank's health and ability to support economic activities. Understanding the factors that influence loan growth is essential for policymakers, regulators, and financial institutions as they strive to foster a stable and robust banking environment. This study investigates the factors that influenced Indian banks’ credit expansion during the post-global Financial Crisis period. This study investigates the determinants of loan growth in Indian banks listed on the Nifty Bank index during 2013-2023, encompassing the post-global Financial Crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a panel regression analysis with three model specifications, we examine the impact of bank-specific factors, particularly non-performing assets (NPAs), on loan growth. The robust random panel regression results reveal that NPAs, and Asset Quality Review (AQR) dummy variables significantly negatively impact loan growth rates at the 5% significance level. Additionally, while the COVID-19 pandemic showed a positive but statistically insignificant effect on loan growth, the primary factors constraining credit expansion were elevated NPAs and the RBI's asset quality review exercise. These findings have important implications for banking regulation and risk management in emerging markets
A Scientometric Analysis of Research on Environmental Education
Full text linkThis study uses the term "Environmental Education" in a scientometric search on the Web of Science database, containing 11,593 documents from 2019 to 2024. The study focuses on the most published articles and their H-index using Histcite software. The most referenced journals include Sustainability, PLos One, and the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. The United States leads the world in publications with 2592 records, followed by the United Kingdom with 1354 and China with 1249. The authors of the most published articles in the field of environmental education research and their H-index, which has created using the Histcite software, are the subject of the study. Zhang.Y has published 23 records in the subject of Environmental Education with H-index of 8, followed by Lee.J. with 22 papers and Bogner.F.X. with 21 papers. The findings highlight gaps in current literature and suggest future research methodologies. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the academic landscape in environmental education research. In conclusion, the majority of publishing houses, research fields, publication languages, and document kinds were covered in this study. Bibliographic coupling of authors, Organization and nations are built using VOS viewer software. We were able to show the networks of authors and organizations working on Environmental Education research from various nations based on that cluster form of data
Capacity And Utilisation Of Multipurpose Cyclone Shelter As A Disaster Resilient Infrastructure In West Bengal
Full text linkCyclones are among the most common catastrophic events witnessed along the coastal belts of West Bengal, India. Multipurpose Cyclone Shelters (MPCS) are government funded community buildings built to safeguard the local inhabitants and their livestock during natural calamities. Construction of MPCS is an important measure taken by the government to deal with cyclone disasters. There are 41 existing cyclone shelters across five cyclone prone coastal blocks of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India. This study sets forth the findings of a primary survey that enumerates, the sustainable utilization of the MPCS during fair weather periods and evaluates their present condition based on a weighted scoring model. 46% (n=19) of the MPCS had amenities that required improvement while 54% (n=22) met and/or surpassed the basic requirements. The locations of the existing cyclone shelters have been analysed based on their mean centre of spatial distribution of population, indicating a non-equitable distribution of the MPCS. The available space per person in the MPCS has been calculated. None of the MPCS is humanely sufficient for the adjacent vulnerable population seeking refuge. There is requirement for more shelters. The capacity of the existing MPCS may be increased by providing multi-layered vertical bunk beds.
Navigating Kinship and Discipleship: The Gharana System in Laxminarayan Tripathi’s Narrative Me Hijra, Me Laxmi
Full text linkThe intrinsic web of relationships in Gharanas is a firm ground on which ages-old Hijra communities rely. The multi-layered system offers a strong lineage despite non-biological relationships and works in an organised system, granting rights to all community members. The extended familial relationships, ties, and bonds with community members reflect the adoration and acceptance of the curated family system, which often works through word of mouth. The Gharanas are multidimensional and hierarchical as they work on power ties and seniority, in which kinship and discipleship play an essential and irrefutable role. This paper explores the concepts of kinship and discipleship as practised within Gharanas, focusing on the dynamics between gurus and chelas. It aims to contribute to a broader understanding of these relationships beyond the confines of caste, class, and biological ties
SHG-Bank Linkages in Uttar Pradesh: Pathways to Women Empowerment through Micro-finance
Full text linkThis study examines the performance of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), particularly women-exclusive SHGs, in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on their financial inclusion and empowerment role. Employing cluster analysis, benchmarking, and proportional analysis, the research evaluates disparities in the performance of public, private, regional rural, and cooperative banks across metrics such as savings mobilization, loans disbursed, and loans outstanding from 2007 to 2023. Findings reveal that public sector banks consistently outperform, driving the majority of SHG-linked activities and demonstrating their institutional commitment to rural financial inclusion. In contrast, private and cooperative banks lag significantly, indicating underutilized potential in fostering SHG participation. Women-exclusive SHGs emerge as the dominant contributors, accounting for a substantial share of savings and credit activities, underscoring their pivotal role in rural development and household financial stability. However, disparities in engagement across bank types highlight the need for targeted policy interventions to enhance the involvement of underperforming institutions. The study concludes with recommendations for strengthening capacity-building initiatives, promoting gender-sensitive financial policies, and incentivizing private sector participation to create a more equitable SHG ecosystem. While the findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, the study acknowledges limitations such as the reliance on secondary data and the geographic scope limited to Uttar Pradesh, suggesting directions for future research to explore qualitative perspectives and broader regional analyses.
UN Sustainable Development Goals Research: Insights from Bibliometric Analysis of Top NIRF-ranked Universities
Full text linkUnited Nations Sustainable development goals (SDGs) aim to achieve socially equitable, financially successful and nature friendly world. Being the hub of knowledge creation and dissemination, academic institutes play a crucial role in promoting SDGs through research. Hence the present study analysed the productivity and impact of UN SDG research output of top ten NIRF-ranked universities. Bibliometric data of 51455 SDG publications produced by the top ten NIRF ranked universities for the period 2016-2024 was exported using the pre-defined SDG queries from the Scopus database. The study revealed a steady growth of institutional contribution on SDG research indicating the researcher’s meticulous involvement in implementing SDG. Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) produced highest number of SDG publications (8559) while Banaras Hindu University (BHU) accrued highest citations (200240). The non open access publications (32787) outnumbered their open access counterparts (18668) on the contrary, citation analysis highlighted that open access SDG publications received higher citations than non-open access publications, emphasizing the role of OA publishing in enhancing research visibility and impact. All the ten universities preferred articles as the major channel for disseminating their scholarly outputs. We recommend universities should encourage researchers to contribute more SDG publications through open access channels to achieve the goals within the stipulated time
Assessment of investment potential of the Afar regional state, Ethiopia
Full text linkThe investment potential of Ethiopia's Afar regional state, a historically neglected lowland region with vast untapped resources, is assessed in this study. To assess investment potential in the region, the study employed a Qualitative research approach and necessary data collected through field observation, focus group discussions, and interviews. Purposive sampling was applied to choose district and community leaders from 49 woredas who could offer perspective into investment potential, local economic prospects, and conditions of the region. The study findings show that Zones 1 and 3 have promising chances for commercial farming, whereas Zones 1, 3, 4, and 5 show substantial potential for livestock. Despite having abundant salt and mineral deposits, including gold and potash, Zone 2, especially Baracle, Afdera, and Dallol. This sector is still underdeveloped because of logistical and environmental limitations. Furthermore, the area's vast solar and geothermal energy potential is still mostly unexploited. Recommendations include modernizing agricultural and livestock practices, enhancing infrastructure, promoting sustainable mining, and developing ecotourism. Aligning investments with community priorities and improving governance mechanisms are crucial for fostering sustainable economic growth in Afar
Unpacking The Unforeseen Consequences: A Comprehensive Examination on The Perception of Non-Profit Organisations on Goods and Services Tax
Full text linkThis study examines Indian Non-Profit Organizations’ (NPOs) perceptions of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), focusing on compliance challenges and operational implications. Using mixed methods, primary data from 110 Tamil Nadu NPOs via structured questionnaires were analyzed alongside secondary sources. Descriptive statistics, reliability tests (Cronbach’s α = 0.897–0.898), t-tests, and ANOVA assessed awareness levels, compliance burdens, and demographic influences. Results indicate GST imposes significant challenges for NPOs, particularly smaller entities, due to ambiguous tax applicability for dual activities (charitable/commercial), stringent documentation, and limited input tax credits. While 59% of NPOs remained unregistered, registered ones reported increased tax liabilities (41%) and administrative strain. However, GST enhanced transparency, bolstering donor trust. Demographic analysis revealed age (p=0.040) and education (p=0.035) as key factors shaping GST perceptions, while gender and legal status showed negligible impact. The study highlights systemic gaps in GST frameworks, including complex compliance processes and insufficient sector-specific guidance. It advocates streamlined filing procedures, exemptions for non-commercial activities, and training initiatives to improve regulatory adaptability. By addressing empirical gaps in taxation research, this work provides policymakers with insights to align GST norms with NPOs’ operational realities. Findings underscore the urgency of collaborative dialogue between regulators and NPOs to reduce compliance inefficiencies and strengthen the sector’s socio-economic contributions. Such reforms would ensure GST supports, rather than hinders, NPOs’ public welfare missions while fostering equitable fiscal governance
The Impact of Rainfall Variability on Occupational Diversification of Farm Households In Rural Assam
Full text linkOccupational diversification from farm to the rural non-farm sector (RNFS) has become a major livelihood option in rural India. Among the various factors affecting diversification, the impact of changing climatic condition has become a prime cause of concern. Although its impact is felt everywhere, yet the state of Assam being not only prone to frequent floods and soil erosion, is also heavily dependent on rainfall for irrigation. Therefore, any change in climatic condition is likely to affect farm output and income immensely. Further, growth of the RNFS is also highest in Assam compared to other North-Eastern states which points towards a plausible link between climate change and occupational diversification. The present paper is an attempt to empirically analyse this relation between rainfall variability and farm household’s diversification strategy where not only the decision of diversification but also its intensity is studied. To fulfill the objective, a Double Hurdle model is applied where we found that farm households adopt a diversified livelihood as a response to mitigate risks associated with rainfall variability. They also increase their participation in non-farm employment where more working members shift to this sector as risk reduction strategy. Even in the presence of irrigation intensity, farm households’ likelihood to engage in non-farm activities is still positive. Therefore, policies should focus on infrastructural development that is likely to facilitate easy access to farm inputs and also accelerate growth of the RNFS as well