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Analyzing the Impact of Green HRM Practices on Employee Performance
Green practices are gaining interest everywhere and the Human Resource domain is no different. Green Human Resource Management (Green HRM) practices have surfaced as a critical strategic component, with the intensification of worldwide focus on environmental sustainability, particularly in sectors such as insurance where the operational ecological impacts are significant. The association between the execution of Green HRM and enhancements in employee performance is what this study aims to explore, specifically within insurance companies in the Delhi NCR region. To ascertain the results, data collection has been carried out through surveys and analyzed using statistical techniques such as reliability statistics and descriptive statistics. A total of 516 samples were collected, of which 467 samples have been analyzed to conclude the results. The findings reveal that Green HRM practices positively impact employee performance. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026. -
Exploring the Influence of Cause-Related Brand Partnerships on Consumer Attitudes and Purchase Decisions
This study examines how cause-related brand partnerships influence consumer attitudes and purchase decisions. Consumers increasingly value social responsibility, so brands align with charitable causes to enhance their image and foster loyalty. The research investigates whether these partnerships lead to positive consumer perceptions, increased trust, and stronger emotional connections with the brand. By analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data, the study explores the extent to which cause-related marketing (CRM) impacts actual purchasing behavior and long-term brand loyalty. The results suggest that while CRM can improve consumer attitudes, its effectiveness depends heavily on the perceived authenticity of the brands commitment to the cause. Brands that genuinely align with causes that resonate with their target audience are more likely to see a positive impact on both consumer sentiment and purchase behavior. The findings highlight the importance of consistent and sincere engagement for brands aiming to leverage social causes for business growth. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026. -
Role of Circular Economy Principles in Enhancing Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Global warming alerts the ecological system and functions of every element in the business world. Supply chain management is one process where sustainability principles are implemented robustly. This study is an attempt to integrate the circular economy principles in enhancing sustainable supply chain management; it has four objectives to focus on the adoption of circular economy principles, the respective barriers, stakeholders engagement level, and finally, the outcome of sustainable practices such as environmental, economic, and social implications. The study is descriptive research, adopting a purposive sampling technique to include the selected group of respondents with a sample size of 250, those who are already processing in the supply chain management activities across the industries located in Chennai. Structural Equation Modeling was used to build the measurement model to establish the connectivity between the circular economy adoption, stakeholders engagement and sustainable supply chain management outcomes. The hypothesis was established, and the same was proved through confirmatory factor analysis and standardized model fit. Hence, it was concluded that the circular economy principles and their adoption barriers significantly influence stakeholders engagement and the determination of sustainable supply chain management outcomes. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
The Impact of Cryptocurrency Trading on Economic Growth in GCC Countries: An Empirical Analysis
This study explores the impact of cryptocurrency trading on economic growth in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries from 2016 to 2019, with GDP as the measure of economic growth. The analysis reveals a substantial positive relationship between cryptocurrency trading volume and GDP using Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) and Generalized Linear Models (GLM) regression techniques. The analysis underscores the role of increased cryptocurrency market activity in fostering economic growth and advancing the GCC economies integration into global financial frameworks. This highlights the transformative potential of cryptocurrencies as a driver of economic progress within the region. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Valuation of the Capital Assets Pricing Model on the Islamic Retails Banks in Bahrain
The Gulf countries are rapidly changing after the coronavirus pandemic. It has many notable impacts on the banking sectors especially in the Islamic retail banks. This study has focused on the valuation of the Islamic retail banks in Bahrain. There are only six Islamic retail banks that follow Shariah rules and regulations. This paper consists of the monthly data from July 2016 to June 2021. The CAPM model has been applied for the valuation of Islamic retail banks and the multiple regression method run for the impact of Islamic retail banks on the Bahrain Bank index during the period. The outcomes of CAPM have identified overvalued BISB, Baraka, Salam, KHCB, and ITHMR except for the KFH, which is undervalued. The significant results have found the relationship between the six retail Islamic banks and the Bahrain banks index in Bahrain. The interpretation of t-statistics shows a substantial difference between the CAPM and actual returns of Islamic retail banks in Bahrain. The banking system will be a modern economic world which helps to create the nation. The nation will develop if society will be aware about financial literacy and analytics. This paper will help the industrialist, practitioner, brokers, promoters, and investors. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Exploring the Extent of Technology Acceptance and Workplace Behavior of Employees in the Transport Sector of Bahrain
The research objectives of the study are to establish the level of technology acceptance, the factors influencing it and the impact of technology acceptance on work-related behaviours with commendation objectives to analyse the level of technology acceptance, to determine the factors and to make recommendations. According to this studys hypothesis, the level of technology acceptance has a positive impact on job satisfaction and job performance with perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness as the determinants. This research adopts a positivist philosophy and an exploratory research method, which entails a deductive approach based on questionnaires to survey 69 transport sector employees in Bahrain as the source of data. Credibility of data also shows a positive correlation between technology acceptance with job satisfaction, ease of use and organizational performance. The study focuses on the perceived usefulness and ease of use of the technology pointing out the need for the employees to be involved in the integration of the technologies in order to improve performance and to address stress at workplace. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Kashmir and Conflict: Objectivity and Balance in News Sourcing
Journalistic balance and objectivity have been critical concepts of scholarly debate. While balance traditionally meant giving equal space to opposing views, newer models of impartiality aim to represent a broader range of perspectives. Using a quantitative content analysis, this chapter analyses news published in the two leading English dailies, Rising Kashmir from Kashmir and Daily Excelsior from Jammu of the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir from 1 to 31 October 2022. As many as 62 newspaper editions comprising 987 pages of broadsheets are examined and conflict-related news articles are sampled for analysis. A manual analysis is used to analyse the conflict news articles and identify the sources quoted in them. Study findings indicate the dominance of elite political sources in the news reports. Drawing from seminal studies in journalistic sociology, such as Gans Deciding Whats News, this chapter discusses the implications of the high prevalence of elite voices, comprising political, social and economic. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Dokmoka Violence: Cultural Cues and Contradictions in News Narratives
This chapter examines misrepresentation and distortion in the news discourse on the 2018 Dokmoka mob lynching reported in the Indian state of Assam. Using narrative analysis, this study conducts an in-depth qualitative investigation of the print media coverage of the event. With a comprehensive methodology and theoretical grounding, this study sheds light on the complex dynamics surrounding the misrepresentation of facts and their implications. It enhances our understanding of news medias challenges in accurately covering events, highlighting the need for critical analysis and responsible reporting in the contemporary media landscape. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Rights of Indigenous Peoples Vis-a-Vis Environmental Justice in the Himalayan Region
In the global mountain ecosystems, the Himalayan region has a unique place. These geo-dynamically vibrant mountains are home to a diverse range of flora, fauna, human populations, and cultures. Although the region is rich in natural resources, most of its population remains marginalised. The Himalayan environment and people have been closely intertwined since antiquity. However, the conditions in this delicate resource region are currently getting worse due to human activities. The attempts to modify the Himalayan environment for developmental purposes have been causing environmental imbalance significantly impacting the security of the Himalayan ecosystem and its inhabitants. Environmental justice demands addressing environmental issues in the Himalayan region from the viewpoint of impacted and indigenous peoples communities. Acknowledging the aforementioned, this chapter endeavours to explore, examine and comprehend the notion of environmental justice concerning the rights and interests of the indigenous population inhabiting the Himalayan region. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Building Trust and Fostering Collaborations Through Community Policing: Insights from India and the Global Perspective
A novel approach to law enforcement, community policing places a strong emphasis on policecommunity cooperation to maintain safety, settle disputes, and foster trust. Community policing has been especially effective in India in tackling complicated social issues including gender-based violence, communal conflicts, and the grievances of marginalised people. Programmes such as the Mohalla Committees in Maharashtra and the Janamaithri Suraksha Project in Kerala are prime examples of grassroots efforts that place an emphasis on cooperation and communication between the public and law enforcement agencies. Globally, community policing models from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan demonstrate how flexible it is in various sociocultural contexts. The Koban system in Japan and the Neighbourhood Policing model in the United Kingdom are renowned for promoting trust through proactive problem-solving, increased transparency, and the integration of law enforcement with local communities. With police officers acting as community allies in addition to executing the law, these approaches place an emphasis on reciprocal accountability. Nonetheless, issues such as a lack of resources, opposition to reform in police agencies, and possible politicisation still exist. Global success stories provide valuable insights into the significance of consistent training, incorporating under-represented perspectives, and utilising technology to improve community involvement. The potential of community policing to change antagonistic policecommunity dynamics into cooperative ones is examined in this research. The study highlights the importance of trust-building as a pillar of efficient law enforcement and inclusive governance by looking at Indian initiatives and learning from global experiences, opening the door to safer and more cohesive societies. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Effective Police Investigation Under BNSS 2023: Existing Legal Framework and Challenges
Effective police investigation plays a crucial role in ensuring justice, maintaining law and order, and successfully prosecuting criminals. It involves gathering evidence, examining witnesses, and thoroughly scrutinizing the crime scenes. The investigating officials are tasked with various vital duties integral to the investigation procedures. Due to workload, police personnel may use unfair means and methods for ending investigations, securing convictions, and avoiding criticisms. The crime investigation technique requires specialized skills and training, sufficient time, appropriate forensic abilities, and facilities. This chapter examines the efficacy of police investigations and the subsequent attainment of convictions, focusing on a comparative insight into the current legal framework and the challenges under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023. This doctrinal and non-doctrinal study applied qualitative and quantitative content analysis to evaluate the secondary data. Criminal cases experience inadequate investigation and adequate evidence. A fair investigation is essential for ensuring justice for the accused, victim, and society. If the police do not follow procedures, omitting and tampering with evidence will be detrimental by preventing the court from reviewing it. The effectiveness of police investigation significantly affects judicial verdicts. Defects in the system lead to frequent acquittals in criminal cases. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Occupational Stress: A Review of Police Narrative
Cambridge research suggests that 90% of police officers have responded to being exposed to trauma and one out of five to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In India, trauma among the emblem of manpower is still a word of fancy or rather cowardly in the twenty-first century. So, to apply the seminal concept in Indian police, the phrase Occupational Stress is somehow better suited even though police experience the gruesomeness of death, suffering, and cruelty closer than many professions. The medics and police see the teething reality of biopolitics that can surely leave a permanent scar in the individual memory. Soft-skill training is a modern solution, and the awareness is spreading worldwide. Occupational stress is a collective state where several contributing factors cause a sense of anxiety and trauma in the subject. In police, it is caused by public rage toward the institution, their hues and cries, the departmental pressure following the chain of command, and an undeniable political influence. The mighty law-keepers might seem to possess the sceptre of power, but the fate of their mission, postings, and promotion politics is modulated quite abruptly. This study is an extension of broader research that follows a review of literature, including memoirs written by top cops of the Indian police force, and it surveys a corpus of newspaper articles demonstrating trauma-informed policing. The study explores the concept of Occupational Stress, its prevalence, contributing factors, and consequences through a qualitative method and a critical discourse analysis of the selective police narrative. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Evolution of Policing: Historical Contexts and Human Rights Implications
This chapter examines the evolution of policing, tracing its historical roots and the complex interplay between law enforcement practices and human rights. It highlights the transformation of policing from its early functions, which were often aligned with maintaining social control and serving the interests of those in power, to contemporary efforts aimed at reform and accountability. The discussion includes significant milestones, such as the establishment of police systems in India, which were influenced by the British Police Act of 1861, and the ongoing challenges faced by modern policing, including issues of police brutality, systemic racism, and extrajudicial killings. The discussion extends to the global implications of policing practices, addressing issues such as police brutality, systemic racism, and extrajudicial killings that transcend national boundaries. This chapter emphasises the need for comprehensive reforms that not only address policy changes but also foster a cultural shift within police organisations to prioritise human rights and community engagement. By analysing the historical legacies and current practices of policing, this chapter aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how law enforcement can evolve to better protect the rights and dignity of all individuals in society. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Embracing Sustainability: Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in Promoting Green Growth Amidst a Competitive Business Environment in India
In today's ever-evolving business environment, the synergy between corporate achievement and societal accountability highlights the critical importance of integrating sustainability through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This article explores CSR's pivotal role in cultivating green growth amid the intricacies of a highly competitive business environment. Starting with an examination of CSR's evolution and components, the narrative highlights the need for a paradigm shift in business strategies amidst global challenges like climate change and resource scarcity. Central to this transformation is the integration of sustainable practices, emphasizing eco-friendly measures and operational efficiency. The article delves into the multifaceted benefits of CSR, illustrating how companies can shape a positive corporate image by aligning with consumer preferences and ethical considerations. Crucial elements such as stakeholder engagement and collaboration are emphasized, showcasing successful CSR initiatives that foster sustainable development through cooperative efforts. Additionally, the article underscores CSR's role in navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, emphasizing the importance of proactive compliance for sustained business viability. In an era where investors increasingly consider Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, the article positions CSR as a magnet for socially responsible investments. It elucidates how a commitment to sustainable practices not only attracts investors but also fuels innovation, fostering market differentiation and enhancing a company's competitive edge. Ultimately, the article contends that incorporating CSR into corporate strategy is not merely a response to societal expectations but a strategic imperative for businesses seeking resilience, relevance, and prosperity amidst intense competition and global challenges. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
What Influences Companies to Go Beyond Mandatory Corporate Social Responsibility Rule? Empirical Evidence from India
This study aims to empirically investigate how corporate governance (CG) characteristics influence firms to go beyond the mandatory minimum corporate social responsibility (CSR) expenditure rule to contribute towards sustainable development. It employs the panel regression technique for analysis of top seventy-five listed companies of the NIFTY100 index at Indian National Stock Exchange (NSE) for the years from 201415 to 202021. The empirical results revealed that CG attributes like large board size, large independent directors, and female directors significantly influence the CSR performance of the companies. However, no significant evidence was found in case of the impact of board meeting frequency and CSR practices of the companies. This chapter enables a better understanding of self-induced CSR practices to policymakers, regulators, practitioners, and other stakeholders. The findings suggest that various stakeholders should concentrate on specific CG attributes to focus on CSR performance. It is one of the first studies that determines what influence the adoption of self-induced CSR practices especially against the backdrop of major CG mechanism and CSR reforms in India. It provides additional empirical evidence to the extant body of literature on the CG and CSR practices from the perspective of emerging economies. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Phytotoxins: Terrestrial Plant Sources
Plants produce a wide variety of phytochemicals during biochemical reactions. Plant secondary metabolites (PSMs) are specialised metabolites or phytochemicals that are produced by plants in response to biotic and abiotic stresses or as a by-product of metabolism. PSMs are needed by the cells of the plant to interact with its environment and are produced in very small concentrations. They have various therapeutic effects and are used as medication in various conditions. However, the difference between therapeutic and toxic levels of these compounds is so low that when administered in excess, they can cause adverse conditions. These toxic PSMs are also known as phytotoxins. Phytotoxins are highly versatile in their mode of toxicity, chemical composition, and structure. The major groups of phytotoxins that have been categorised are alkaloids, terpenoids, glycosides, non-protein amino acids, glucosinolates, cardenolides, tannins, phenolics, flavonoids, and phytoecdysteroids. These phytotoxins have several toxic effects like allergenic, pesticidal, hallucinogenic, and allelochemical and may even cause fatalities. The effects of these phytotoxins in humans range from the disturbance in the metabolic pathways taking place in various organs to adverse conditions like cytotoxicity, neurotoxicity, and carcinogenicity. This chapter discusses in detail the various categories of phytotoxic compounds from land plants and their major biological activities. The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Striving for Decent Work: Assessing Kerala's Progress Toward SDG Labour Targets
This Article delves into Goal 8 of the Sustainable Development Goals, which is pivotal in ensuring universal access to quality employment, thereby diminishing unemployment and, consequentially, alleviating widespread poverty. It underscores the global consensus on essential facets of equitable employment opportunities, encompassing job availability and social security for workers. Drawing upon data primarily sourced from the State Statistical Office in Kerala, this paper examines the myriad aspects and indicators of decent work and presents the latest empirical findings. Our analysis reveals that a glut in labour supply coupled with scant employment opportunities escalates unemployment rates, notably affecting women and youth. This challenge is further exacerbated by structural inefficiencies and socioeconomic disparities. To counter these issues, the study proposes several strategic interventions. Enhancing educational and vocational training for women not only equips them with necessary skills but also fosters an inclusive workforce. Additionally, bolstering the capabilities of labour inspectorates can ensure adherence to labour standards and promote decent work conditions. Effective management of the Decent Work phenomenon is crucial and requires comprehensive policy frameworks that integrate these elements. By implementing these strategies, there is potential to significantly transform the labour market dynamics, promoting sustainable economic growth and social equity. This paper aims to contribute to the discourse on employment policies, advocating for informed decisions that are pivotal in achieving the targets set forth in Goal 8 of the Sustainable Development Agenda. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Exploring the Effect of Work-Family Conflict on Burnout Among ICU Nurses in Indian Private Hospitals: The Influence of Perceived Organization Support
Nursing is demanding and often clashes with family responsibilities causing significant Work-Family Conflict (WFC). Nurses have long shifts, emotionally demanding workloads, and deep patient involvement which strains their work-life balance. This conflict blurs the lines between work and home and depletes emotional resources leading to burnout symptoms: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced accomplishment. Burnout happens when nurses try to juggle work demands with personal responsibilities, hence organizational support is needed. ICU and emergency environments are known to be high-stress and deeply impact nurses personal lives through WFC. This affects nurse health and family well-being, especially in the ICU setting. Perceived Organizational Support (POS) which is how valued and supported nurses feel by their employers plays a big role in mitigating these challenges. This study will look into how WFC contributes to burnout among ICU nurses and the buffering effect of POS. The study had 449 ICU nurses from private hospitals in India through simple random sampling. Surveys showed that WFC did not affect ICU nurses accomplishment but affected emotional exhaustion and depersonalization. POS was found to moderate these effects hence it plays a role in buffering burnout risk among ICU nurses. The results emphasized the need for strong organizational support in nursing administration to mitigate WFC and burnout. The study had 449 ICU nurses from private hospitals in India through simple random sampling. Surveys showed that work-family conflict did not affect ICU nurses accomplishment but affected emotional exhaustion and depersonalization. Perceived Organizational Support (POS) was found to moderate these effects hence it plays a big role in buffering burnout risk among ICU nurses. The results emphasized the need for strong organizational support in nursing administration to mitigate work-family conflict and burnout. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Investigating the Relationship Among Demographic Profiles and Customer Engagement Cluster Groups on Mobile E-Commerce Applications
Recently, the world is moving towards a new future where most of the communications is happening through the Internet. The use of smartphones has rapidly increased for the past two decades. People show high interest in adopting new technologies in their day to day lives. In order to connect very closely with the customers, many retailers started to expand their businesses with the help of mobile e-commerce applications. The extensive use of mobile phones and the favorable independence of time and location promised the future of mobile e-commerce applications. This created a necessity for the online businesses to understand the factors that influence customer engagement in mobile e-commerce applications. This research was aimed to provide a clear understanding on the factors that affect customer engagement in mobile e-commerce applications with respect to the age, frequency and experience of consumers. The factors like customer satisfaction, utilitarian value, ease of use, hedonic value, trust and personalized recommendations were taken into account to understand their influence on the customer engagement in mobile e-commerce applications. These factors were studied with respect to the age group of consumers and they were classified into four groups as follows: below 20years, 21 to 35years, 36 to 50years, 51years and above. Also, the effect of frequency and experience in using mobile applications towards customer engagement in mobile e-commerce applications were studied in this research. The questionnaire with 29 items were sent to 250 respondents through e-mail and other social media platforms and out of which 151 responses were taken into account for the analysis part. ANOVA tests were performed to analyze the influence of age, frequency and experience in using mobile e-commerce applications on the factors like customer satisfaction, utilitarian value, ease of use, hedonic value, trust and personalised recommendations that affect customer engagement in mobile e-commerce applications. To further analyze and group the respondents engagement in mobile e-commerce applications, k-means cluster analysis was performed. Later, ANOVA tests were performed to understand the differences among demographic profiles and cluster groups in customer engagement. From these tests, the moderating effect of age, frequency and experience factors on customer engagement were analyzed. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025. -
Analyzing the Vulnerability of Cyber-Attacks in IoMT Devices Using Generative AI
The rapid expansion of Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) gadgets has revolutionized healthcare delivery allowing for real-time monitoring and better patient outcomes. However, this growth has also brought about cybersecurity risks making IoMT devices targets, for cyber attacks. This study delves into the connection between Generative AI and IoMT security emphasizing how advanced AI methods can be used to pinpoint, assess, and address vulnerabilities in these devices. We explore uses of Generative AI, such as simulating cyber-attacks and creating models for future threats to strengthen the resilience of IoMT systems against emerging dangers. By examining existing literature and case studies we showcase the effectiveness of AI-driven strategies in bolstering healthcare cybersecurity. Our results highlight the need for innovation in security measures to protect medical information and uphold the reliability of healthcare services. Ultimately this research contributes to discussions on enhancing cybersecurity protocols in the healthcare industry by advocating for integrating Generative AI as a tool, in combating cyber threats targeting IoMT devices. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025.