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Revolutionizing Islamic finance with ethical AI: Shariah-compliant Robo-advisors
The revolutionary role that robo- advisors play in Shariah- compliant Islamic finance is examined in this essay. The first section lays out the fundamental ideas of Shariah- compliant investing, which serve as a framework for moral financial judgment. Examined is the emergence of robo-a dvisors, which show how these AI-p owered tools are improving accessibility and efficiency while enabling adherence to Shariah laws. Key characteristics of robo- advisors that adhere to Shariah are examined, along with particular difficulties including cultural sensitivity and regulatory compliance. The research integrates case studies that demonstrate effective implementations, providing valuable perspectives on their real- world uses. The paper's conclusion, which offers a look ahead, highlights how ethical AI and robo- advisors have the potential to transform Islamic finance by promoting sustainability, inclusion, and creativity in Shariah- compliant investments. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Promoting clean air and water for environmental sustainability in sundarbans
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is crucial for biodiversity and the livelihoods of millions. To promote environmental sustainability in this unique mangrove ecosystem, a focus on clean air and water is paramount. Addressing pollution from industrial discharges and agricultural runoff is essential to protect the region's fragile ecology. Community awareness programs can educate locals about the importance of maintaining air and water quality. Implementing eco- friendly agricultural practices, such as organic farming, can reduce chemical pollutants. Collaboration with NGOs and governmental bodies can facilitate sustainable development initiatives and stricter regulations on waste disposal. Restoration projects for mangroves also play a vital role in improving water quality and sequestering carbon. By prioritizing clean air and water, we can ensure the health of the Sundarbans for future generations while supporting the diverse wildlife that thrives in this remarkable habitat. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
AI's impact on financial services, auditing, and investment strategies: The future ahead
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly transform the fields of finance, auditing, and investment over the coming decade. In financial services, AI is anticipated to enhance decision-making processes, improve risk management practices, and facilitate the delivery of personalized financial solutions. The auditing profession will be reshaped by AI and automation, enabling continuous auditing, real-time reporting, and more effective fraud detection mechanisms. In the investment domain, AI is expected to revolutionize portfolio management and asset allocation through advanced predictive analytics and data-driven market strategies. Despite these advancements, the rapid proliferation of AI presents considerable challenges, including ethical considerations, regulatory compliance, and the necessity of re-skilling financial professionals. This strategic overview examines both the opportunities and risks associated with AI integration and provides guidance for organizations seeking to maintain competitiveness in an increasingly AI-driven financial landscape. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Fintech implications on ESG practices: Evidence from the Indian banking industry
This chapter aims to provide evidence-based insights into how Fintech is influencing ESG practices of Indian banks. The discussions focus on key areas such as Green fintech, Governance and risk management approach, financing Agri business, promoting carbon net zero mission, and also the fintech intervention towards financial inclusion. The chapter also exhibits the role played by public sector banks and private sector banks in promoting ESG practices. Methodology used is secondary data based on case studies, industry reports and empirical data sources. Insights from higher officials of the banking sector are also included to examine the challenges faced by the banking sector in this regard. Based on findings, the chapter provides a suggestive model on the potentialities of fintech to support ESG agenda which can be an insight for policy makers, financial institutions and other stakeholders. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
AI in academia: Balancing integrity, ethics, and learning amid evolving norms of authorship and scholarship
The integration of AI in academic and publication content generation is a recent development, significantly altering policies on citation and authorship, which were previously designed for human-generated work. While AI tools have eased administrative and academic workloads, their rapid adoption raises concerns about ethics and academic integrity. This chapter explores the role of AI as a transformative force in academia, highlighting both its benefits and potential downsides. A key concern is the potential erosion of critical thinking among researchers and scholars due to overreliance on AI, which could impact the quality of research. Despite being a game-changer for students, educators, and administrative staff, the academic community must address the ethical implications and develop new policies to ensure that AI enhances rather than undermines scholarly work. This chapter aims to foster dialogue on how academia can coexist with advancing AI innovations while maintaining research integrity and quality. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
The limits of AI in teaching partition literature: A critical perspective on the risks of algorithmic interpretation in sensitive historical contexts
The application of generative AI in the classroom is transforming conventional methods of literary analysis and instruction, but it also raises serious concerns and limitations. This chapter critically examines these limitations within the context of teaching 1947 Partition literature in Indian college classrooms. Using a qualitative and experimental methodology, the chapter analyzes AI-generated responses to Partition narratives, revealing ChatGPT's inability to capture the historical trauma, moral accountability, and cultural depth embedded in these texts. Findings show that AI-generated interpretations often flatten complex human experiences and reduces them to simplistic patterns or generalized tropes. The chapter argues that such algorithmic interpretations risk distorting historical memory and promoting academic irresponsibility. By exposing these flaws, the chapter contributes to current debates on AI in higher education and calls for human-led literary analysis in contexts marked by deep historical and cultural trauma. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Sustainability assurance in Islamic finance: Improving sharia compliance and social responsibility
This study aims to explore the application of sustainability assurance in increasing sharia compliance and social responsibility of Islamic financial institutions. By highlighting methodologies, challenges, and best practices, this study evaluates how sustainability assurance can support sustainability reporting that is transparent, credible, and compliant with sharia principles. The results of the study show that sustainability assurance contributes significantly to sharia compliance by verifying sustainability reports involving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects. The study also identified key challenges, including the lack of sustainability reporting standards specific to Islamic finance and the need to strengthen the capacity of Islamic financial institution practitioners regarding sustainability assurance. The implications of this study include practical guidance for Islamic financial institutions in formulating effective and sharia- based sustainability policies. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Impact of investor sentiments on stock returns in India: An ESG perspective
This book chapter aims to explain how the investor sentiments in India impacts the returns of ESG stocks, further investigating how the stocks return gets affected positively or negatively by the behavior of investors after examining the ESG reports of a company. This study also provides a comparative analysis about the performance of ESG stocks over Non ESG stocks in the Indian Market. This includes understanding about the increased focus on ESG metrics which leads to superior stock performance, lower risk, or enhanced investor confidence compared to non- ESG investments. Hence, it provides us with a holistic picture of Indian market through an ESG perspective. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Harnessing AI and blockchain in sustainability assurance: Trends shaping the future of verification
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology is revolutionizing sustainability assurance, setting new benchmarks for transparency, accuracy, and accountability. This article explores current trends and innovative applications of AI and blockchain in verifying corporate sustainability efforts, from automated data analysis to secure, decentralized record- keeping. By leveraging AI for real- time monitoring and data insights, organizations can better track environmental and social impacts, while blockchain ensures data integrity and traceability across supply chains. These advancements enhance stakeholder trust and support regulatory compliance, addressing increasing demands for robust sustainability verification in global markets. Furthermore, the paper discusses challenges such as data privacy and implementation costs, offering insights into the potential long- term impact of these technologies on corporate governance. By examining recent case studies and market trends, this article outlines a future where technology-d riven assurance processes. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Healthcare performance optimization
Healthcare systems worldwide are in huge pressure to enhance their performances for the rising demands to manage quality care, costs, and resource utilization efficiently. This research focuses on exploring Healthcare Performance Optimization. Specifically, it deals with efficiency in operations, patients, and resources. Strategic alignment is achieved through appropriate use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in healthcare institutions. It's, therefore, an emerging approach integrating DEA and ML that helps address inefficiencies, predict outcomes, and create an opportunity for continuous improvement in the delivery of healthcare. The CCR and BCC-DEA models help determine technical and pure technical efficiency among healthcare providers. Simultaneously, Moreover, this research also focuses on sustainable healthcare and its role in the fight against climate change, resource depletion, and health disparities. Sustainable practices ensure that health care is accessible equitably while conserving resources and environmental integrity. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Navigating the healthtech ecosystem: Challenges and roadblocks
Driven by recent technological advancements like Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, and digital twins, the healthcare sector is revolutionizing at a fast pace. HealthTech has numerous applications such as robotic surgery, virtual assistants, telemedicine and fitness tracking devices. But this data-driven innovation in healthcare sector is severely hampered by government barriers, privacy and security issues. The potential for comprehensive patient care is limited by interoperability problems across different healthcare systems, which impede smooth data interchange. Additionally, access to HealthTech solutions is limited by the digital divide. Many healthcare providers face issues with high developmental challenges, implementation costs, and required infrastructure investments. Considering the above perspective, this chapter examines the challenges and roadblocks in the HealthTech ecosystem. To address these issues and promote a strong HealthTech ecosystem, the authors critically analyze the role of healthcare providers, tech firms, and patients in view of an all-inclusive approach. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Transforming remote work and tourism in the digital nomad era: Rural and low-density destinations-the new frontier for digital nomads
The ascent of remote work and the advanced wanderer way of life has significantly reshaped worldwide travel patterns, impacting how people associate with spaces and networks. Rustic and low-thickness objections, frequently disregarded in customary the travel industry and business centre points, are presently arising as strong competitors in the worldwide computerized economy. This change comes from mechanical headways, advancing cultural inclinations, and the rising adaptability of work structures. At the centre of this shift is improved advanced framework, which overcomes any barrier between metropolitan comforts and provincial serenity. The ascent of high velocity web, distributed computing, and cooperative advancements has enabled people to work consistently from far off areas. This openness, joined with the charm of regular excellence, moderateness, and a more slow speed of life, has made rustic locations something beyond holiday destinations as they have become feasible choices for long haul residency and expert pursuits. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
HRM challenges and employee wellbeing in the tourism industry: Moderating role of organizational culture
The current study aims to understand the Challenges faced by Tourism sector employees and its effect on employee well being. Also the moderating effect of Organizational culture is measured. Staff members of airlines, hotels, and travel agencies provided the main data used in this quantitative analysis. A total of 122 individuals were deemed suitable for the study according to the Kregcie-Morgan table. Using the HRM Challenges, Employee Wellbeing, and Organizational Culture measure as a starting point, a carefully crafted questionnaire was developed. Gaskins' master validity table was used to evaluate the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. Analysis of the data was done using SPSS for factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis with. The findings show that there is a negative impact of HRM challenges on the employee wellbeing. But when organization culture is introduced as a moderator, it dampens the effect of challenges on employee wellbeing. Therefore, to reduce the impact of challenges on employee wellbeing, Organizational culture is the key. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
Right to Health vis-vis Climate Change: A Critique From the Lens of Sustainability
The health of the population in a State is one of the preconditions for survival of humanity. Covid-19 pandemic is a reminder as to how one group of population can affect the whole world. World Health Organization defines health as 'a state of com-plete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity'. Achievement of such a state and the 'right to health' is the domain of 'public health'. Climate change, as acknowledged by the UN as one of the greatest challenges, is posing threat for the realization of universal health and sustainability goal. Different risks to human health come from the complexity of climate change. Climate change requires efforts from States as well as global institutions. Keeping the above in view, this chapter examines the sustainable development perspective, the various facets of right to health and how they are getting affected by climate change. 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Health and Human Rights in Conflict and Post-Conflict Societies
Health and human rights are critical components in conflict and post-conflict soci-eties, where the impacts of violence can severely undermine both systems. During conflicts, the acute health crises stem from disrupted healthcare services, scarcity of essential medicines, and the breakdown of public health infrastructure. Vulnerable populations, including women and children, often face heightened risks of disease, malnutrition, and mental health issues, exacerbated by displacement and trauma. Post-conflict recovery prioritizes restoring health services while addressing human rights violations that may have occurred during the turmoil. The integration of hu-man rights frameworks in health care provision is essential for rebuilding trust and promoting equity. Health programming in post-conflict settings must also focus on accountability for violations, promoting transparency and active community partic-ipation. Prioritizing health in the aftermath of conflict promotes resilience, paving the way for sustainable peace and the promotion of fundamental human dignity. 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Translating Subh-e-Azadi: ChatGPT, Gemini, and the cultural complexity of 1947 partition poetry
Artificial Intelligence has transformed the field of translation, yet concerns remain about its ability to handle culturally complex metaphors and nuances. This chapter addresses this issue and compares the capabilities of two AI models- ChatGPT 4o (free version) and Gemini 1.5 Flash (free version) in translating a culturally laden poem, "Subh- e- Azadi (The Dawn of Freedom)" by Faiz Ahmed Faiz, from Hindi to English. With an emphasis on accuracy and quality, this study compares the translations produced by ChatGPT and Gemini against a human translation of the poem. It explores how AI models handle linguistic subtleties, cultural adaptability, and emotional depth while also experimenting with prompting techniques to assess whether explicit instructions improve translation quality or not. The findings will provide an insight into the future of AI in translating literature with heavy contextual background. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Evolving Practices of Social-Emotional Learning in India: A Qualitative Synthesis
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is gaining increased significance in India as a critical domain for ensuring the holistic development of children. This qualitative literature synthesis explores how SEL programs/workshops/sessions are being contextualized, implemented, and assessed by eight organizations in India working in the domain of SEL. Miles and Hubermans qualitative data analysis technique was adopted to organize and derive insights. Findings reveal that SEL models in India are growing to be more contextualized and culturally responsive. Programs emphasize systemic, whole-school approaches with multi-modal pedagogies. Assessment practices are gradually evolving while focusing on being localized and stakeholder-informed. This study highlights the need to align national policy with on-ground SEL innovations, institutionalize SEL, and strengthen SEL assessment systems to support long-term, sustainable, and inclusive SEL practices. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
Artificial Intelligence in Language Teaching: Exploring Translanguaging, Eco-Linguistics, and Community-Based Learning
This chapter critically examines the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in second and foreign language teaching through the lens of eco-linguistics, with a particular focus on translanguaging. It explores three key dimensions of AI's impact: the theory of language, the theory of language learning, and the evolving role of the teacher. Using an argumentative and experimental methodology, the chapter integrates theoretical insights from eco-linguistics and translanguaging to evaluate AI-assisted tools. It highlights the opportunities these tools provide, such as personalized learning and adaptive feedback, while addressing their limitations, including challenges to emotional connection, language standardization, and the diminishing role of human interaction. The chapter proposes a hybrid model that combines AI with community- based language teaching to mitigate these issues, preserving the communication ecology and fostering more holistic language learning practices. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
Strategic retention for sustainable growth: Integrating employee retention with long-term organizational success
The research investigates how employee retention approaches fuel business expansion through their contribution to operational sustainability and market solidity and organizational endurance. Businesses that adopt official retention strategies diminish turnover rates and develop innovative approaches to expand global markets. Businesses which merge HR and leadership insights with data analytics make workforce management match organizational goals thus creating an environment where retention acts as a performance driver. Active retention programs in dynamic business environments produce operational improvements along with enhanced innovation because they empower workers to address business challenges successfully. Through this study researchers demonstrate why organizations need full-scale support measures that include workforce development alongside mentoring services along with workplace flexibility policies for maintaining employee involvement. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Technology, Automation, and the Future of Work for an Ageing Workforce
The chapter summarizes the studies on the collective impact of automation, AI, and ageing of work on older adults. It examines the trends in demographics, task change mechanisms, skills obsolescence, augmentation opportunities, human factors and ergonomic design, as well as policy and organizational response. Practice is exemplified by case snapshots in manufacturing, services, and health services. The chapter states that the situation will depend on design, training, and governance: where human-centered implementation and lifelong learning (including inclusivity) lead to the extension of productive working lives; otherwise, threats to equity and employability increase. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.