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B. K. Mehta ¹, A. K. Jha ², K. Chatterjee ², M. Kumari ², S. K. Jain ³

Affiliations
1 Krishi Vigyan Kendra (B.A.U.) Sahibgnj Jharkhand, IN
2 Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Birsa Agricultural University, Sahibgnj Jharkhand, IN
3 Department of Processing and food Engineering, (C.T.A.E.), Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur Rajasthan, IN

Abstract

The preliminary experiment for mass transport data of button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) were performed for fixing the levels of input variables for further experimentation such as kinetics and optimization of osmotic dehydration as well as air drying. After the preparatory steps, the preliminary experiment was studied for wide range of process variables such as duration of osmosis (30, 45, 60, 90, 120 min), salt concentration (5, 10, 15, 20, 25%), brine temperature (25, 35, 45, 55, 65°C) and brine to sample ratio (3:1, 4:1, 5:1, 6:1, 8:1 R). The response parameters were mainly water loss and salt gain.

Keywords

Osmotic Dehydration, Concentration, Water Loss And Salt Gain

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A. K. Jha ¹, Sanjay Awasthi ², Shantanu Paul ³

Affiliations
1 Dept. of Management, Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya, Raipur (C.G.), IN
2 Dept. of Management, Pt. Harishankar Shukla College, Raipur, IN
3 Dept. of Commerce, Pt. Harishankar Shukla College, Raipur, IN

Abstract

In today's global economy, companies must continually invest in human capital. In the role of business partner, HR leaders work closely with senior management to attract, hire, develop and retain talent. A talent management system must be worked into the business strategy and implemented in daily processes throughout the company as a whole. The term Talent Management was coined by McKinsey and Company following a 1997 study. For this research descriptive type of research design will be used. Research done on the value of talent management consistently uncovers benefits in these critical areas: revenue and talent quality. Three views are important for talent management. A second perspective on talent management focuses primarily on the concept of talent pools. Talent pool is a long term asset for organization today. Effective talent management system is fully based on the concept of talent DNA. In this regards talent DNA play an important role and fulfill aspiration of all corporate heads.

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A. Singh ¹, P. Singh ², U. R. Singh ³, P. C. Kol ³, K. Dukhu ⁴, A. K. Jha ⁴

Affiliations
1 Department of Physiology, S.S. Medical College Rewa, MP, IN
2 Department of Pharmacotogy, S.S. Medical College Rewa, MP, IN
3 Department of Pathology, S.S. Medical College Rewa, MP, IN
4 Department of Pharmacology, S.S. Medical College Rewa, MP, IN

Abstract

Objectives: This study was carried to find out the trend of biood group (ABO and Rh) distribution among central Indian population of Madhya Pradesh. Methodology: Data were collected from department of Blood bank and Pathology of SS Medical College and associated SGM Hospital Rewa, over 1 year period; total 16209 (12295 male and 3914 female) subjects of both genders includes Voluntary donors and recipient patients attending the hospital. Results: Group B (36.52%) was the most and AB (4.93%) was the least prevalent blood group in this study, followed in order by B (36.52%) > 0 (33.24) > A (24.29%) > AB (4.93%). Rhesus antigen was positive in 97.52% and negative only in 2.47% population. The maximum 1.12% of Rhesus negative was found in blood group 0 and minimum 0.024% in AB group. Conclusion: The distribution of blood group varies from race to race. B was the most common group, 0 was the second commonest blood group after B and AB was the least common blood group in both Rh (D) positive and negative subjects in this study. The result of this study should be implicated in blood banks regarding the higher needs of certain blood groups and improve their functional status.

Keywords

ABO, Blood Groups, Rhesus-Factor.

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D. K. Paul ¹, S. K. Yadav ¹, A. K. Jha ², S. K. Srivastava ¹

Affiliations
1 Post Graduate Department of Zoology, Patna University, Patna-800 005, Bihar, IN
2 S.M. M. Town Degree College, Ballia-277 001, U.P., IN

Abstract

Pesticides are much overused in the environment despite the fact that they are toxic and hazardous to our health and environment. Enough studies have been done to prove that the use of pesticides is futile and probably does more harm than good in the long run. To know the impact of pesticides in the present investigation, male and female Clarias batrachus fish, which are air breathing in nature, were exposed to different test concentrations (2 ppm, 4 ppm, 6 ppm, 8 ppm) of an organophosphorus pesticide, parathion. Increase in the level of blood urea whereas gradual fall in the plasma protein were observed in all the test concentrations of parathion. Parathion toxicity showed an increase in the level of blood glucose upto 6 ppm and thereafter significant fall in its level at 8 ppm. There was a significant rise of blood cholesterol level in initial dose of the pesticide and significant fall in 6 ppm and 8 ppm. Gradual fall in the protein level and increased values of urea might be due to hyperactivity of adrenocorticoides and impaired functions of the kidney of the fish respectively. The rise in the level of blood glucose from control condition upto 6 ppm might be due to secretion of glucagon hormone under stress condition. A significant fall in the blood glucose level at 8 ppm might be attributed to the utilization of glucose by the tissues of extremely active fish at higher dose of the pesticide. A significant rise in the serum cholesterol at lower concentration of parathion is attributed to the stimulation of adrenal gland whereas at higher level, the rise in the blood cholesterol value might be due to increased breakdown of fats into cholesterol and free fatty acids in the fish.

Keywords

Parathion, Pesticide Toxicity, Blood Chemistry, Clarias batrachus.

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Shiba S. Morris ¹, G. Jeyabalan ¹, A. K. Jha ², Shekhar Verma ², Yashwant Swarnkar ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Pharmacy, Sunrise University, Alwar-301001 Rajasthan, IN
2 SSTC, Junwani, Bhilai-490020, Chattisgarh, IN

Abstract

The present research aimed at the in-vitro study of the anthelmintic activity of aqueous and ethanolic extracts of seeds of Carum carvi using Indian adult earthworms (Pheretima posthuma) at two different concentrations (10 and 20 mg/ml) in two different volumes 10ml and 15ml respectively. The study involved the determination of the time of paralysis and time of death of the worms. At the concentration of 20mg/ml in both volume i.e. 10ml and 15ml the Ethanolic extracts showed very significant activities as compared to the standard drug Albendazole at two different concentrations (10 and 20 mg/ml) volume taken 15ml. Ethanolic extract gives more effective result than aqueous extract when compare to standard. But aqueous extract also shows anthelmintic activity. In conclusion, aqueous and ethanolic extracts of seeds of Carum carvi as an anthelmintic have been confirmed and further studies are suggested to discover the active principles responsible for the activity.

Keywords

Carum carvi, Phytochemical, Anthelmintic, Pheretima posthuma, Albendazole.

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T. Angami ¹, A. K. Jha ¹, Juri Buragohain ¹, Bidyut C. Deka ¹, V. K. Verma ¹, Amit Nath ¹

Affiliations
1 Division of Horticulture, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam-793103, IN

Abstract

A study on varietal evaluation in taro for growth, yield and quality attributes was carried out in a replicated experiment and morphological and chemical analysis was done. Significant differences were recorded for all the characteristics studied. 'Panchmukhi' recorded highest plant height (179.33cm), petiole length (153.11cm), petiole breadth (13.87mm) and leaf size (3095.67cm2), LAI (1.14), corm length (152.41mm) and breadth (107.77mm), average corm weight (1500.00g) and corm yield (20.00t/ha). 'C-3' recorded maximum (15.00) petiole number and cormel length (85.93mm). Cormel yield (15.29t/ha), total yield (25.92t/ha) and number of cormels per plant (30.33) was found to be maximum in cv. White Gouriya. 'ML-2' recorded maximum (7.33) number of side shoots. Highest average cormel weight (72.85g) was maximum in cv. Arcol-7, and 'Arcol-5' recorded maximum (67.43mm) cormel breadth; the least blight incidence percentage (8.00) was recorded in 'Nayabungalow'. As for biochemical constituents, 'Nainital' recorded the highest (5.85%) total sugars, 'Kandha-5' exhibited the highest (34.67%) starch content and 'Nadia Local' with showed highest levels of oxalic acid (1.05mg/100g). Highest dry matter content (27.50%) was recorded in cvs. KCA-1 and Panchmukhi, while the highest moisture percentage (82.83) was recorded in 'IG Coll-5'.

Keywords

Colocasia, Taro Cultivars, Growth, Yield, Quality.

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Saranjit Singh ¹, A. K. Jha ², S. Kumar ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Production Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Ranchi - 835 215, Jharkhand, IN
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi - 221 005, U.P., IN

Abstract

Technological development and its commercialization are the prime factors for all-round development of any nation. The management of technology development along with its business and commercial exploitation are key areas to be identified and properly understood to remain competitive in this global market. Some technologies are partially commercialized due to improper technology management and one such example is sinter-forging or powder metallurgy forging (PMF). The technique combines advantages associated with two well-known techniques i.e. powder metallurgy and conventional forging and uses pressed and sintered metal powder performs as starting material. It is well suited for mass production of precision, net shape and high-performance components virtually without scrap loss at competitive rates. The authors have carried extensive research in this area and it is their firm believe that the technique may emerge as an advanced progressive manufacturing technology. The present paper highlights its techno-economic aspects and suggests possible research areas requiring proper management.

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