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    Digital Economy Under Siege: Cybersecurity Threats and Resilience Strategies
    (Book Rivers, 2026) Sanjna Agarwal, Adeel Maqbool
    The digital economy has revolutionised global commerce, communication, and innovation; however, it has also introduced complex cybersecurity vulnerabilities. As cyber threats increasingly intersect with finance, international law, public health, and national security, effective responses require interdisciplinary strategies that integrate technological, legal, and policy perspectives. This study examines the evolving threat landscape, including ransomware, phishing, supply chain attacks, and advanced persistent threats (APTs), within the context of increasingly integrated, data-driven infrastructures. Drawing on empirical studies, recent case studies, threat reports, and cybersecurity frameworks, it analyzes how cyber incidents disrupt economic activity, erode trust in digital systems, and pose systemic risks to global financial stability. The study further evaluates current policy responses and technical mitigation strategies, highlighting gaps in regulatory oversight and international coordination. The findings emphasise the need for cross-sector collaboration and innovative governance to build a secure and resilient digital economic ecosystem capable of withstanding rapidly evolving cyber threats.
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    From Innovation to Impact: Aligning Smart City Projects with Urban Sustainability Agendas
    (Book Rivers, 2026) Iqra Juned, Dr. Moiz Akhtar
    Smart cities represent a cutting-edge strategy for confronting the mounting pressures of urbanization, ecological degradation, and resource scarcity. By harnessing technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and big data analytics, these cities aim to boost operational efficiency, advance sustainability, and elevate residents’ quality of life. This paper explores smart-city development through the lens of urban sustainability, highlighting the ways in which digital innovation can support environmental goals, economic prosperity, and social inclusion. The key areas discussed include next-generation infrastructure, energy optimisation, waste management systems, and mechanisms for citizen engagement. Despite their promise, smart-city projects face notable obstacles, ranging from data- privacy risks and steep upfront costs to persistent socioeconomic disparities. The paper also points to future opportunities, such as embracing sustainability-first design principles, implementing the “15-minute city” urban model, and using digital-twin technologies to inform planning decisions. A holistic and balanced approach is essential to ensure that smart cities remain inclusive, ethical, and environmentally responsible.
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    Leveraging Smart Technologies and Emotional Intelligence for Sustainable Business Practices in the Banking Sector
    (Book Rivers, 2026) Shafeen, Farheen Siddiqui
    This chapter examines how smart technologies and emotional intelligence (EI) together drive sustainable business practices in the banking sector. It highlights the growing importance of advanced digital tools, such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, blockchain, and big data, in improving operational efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and supporting sustainable banking strategies. Alongside technological advancements, the chapter emphasises the role of emotional intelligence among bank employees, focusing on skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and emotion management that enhance customer service, employee performance, and crisis resilience. By integrating insights from key theoretical frameworks and recent empirical studies, this chapter demonstrates that combining strategic technology management with strong emotional competencies leads to improved environmental responsibility, social inclusion, and overall organizational sustainability. It also discusses the challenges faced by banks in implementing these approaches, including cultural barriers, costs, and training needs. The chapter concludes with practical recommendations for banking leaders to foster sustainable growth by balancing technology adoption with emotional and ethical intelligence. This holistic perspective aims to guide banking institutions toward long-term success in an increasingly complex and environmentally conscious business environment.
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    Governance, Compliance, and CEO Pay: Navigating the New Regulatory Landscape in Indian Finance
    (Book Rivers, 2026) Yatharth Kumar, Adeel Maqbool
    Over the past few years, India has witnessed radical changes in the regulatory landscape in the area of finance and accounting, driven by an increasing emphasis on corporate governance, equity, accountability, and transparency in executive compensation. This chapter provides a critical appraisal of how changing norms of governance and compliance requirements, led by Indian regulators such as SEBI, RBI, and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, have redefined the landscape of CEO remuneration in Indian financial entities. Through this chapter, an attempt has been made to assess whether these reforms have succeeded in creating a connection between managerial incentives and shareholders' value in the long term or if there are still material gaps and inconsistencies prevailing. Drawing upon regulatory initiatives, such as the SEBI (LODR) Amendments, RBI's directions on the compensation of executives of private sector banks, and key provisions of corporate law, this chapter describes the normative bases of these initiatives and the concerns of their operational implementation. Based on a qualitative analysis of landmark cases and regulatory reports, it discusses how Indian companies are navigating and mitigating the tension between compliance, governance accountability, and competitive pay designs for top executives. The analysis highlights the contributions of disclosure quality, board independence, and performance-based compensation in this dynamic regulatory environment. The chapter concludes by acknowledging continuing disparities and proposing policy suggestions that are in harmony with both international governance best practices and India's socioeconomic realities.
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    Smart Tech and Sustainability: Transforming the Future of Business
    (Book Rivers, 2026) Farhina Sardar Khan, Syed Shahid Mazhar, Farheen Siddiqui, Neda Tasneem
    In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and mounting environmental and societal challenges, the intersection of innovation and sustainability has never been more critical. Smart Tech and Sustainability: Transforming the Future of Business is a timely and multidisciplinary effort to explore how emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital platforms, and smart systems, are reshaping the landscape of commerce, finance, governance, and social innovation. This edited volume brings together scholarly and practice-oriented contributions from across India, offering insights spanning green finance and ethical AI to social entrepreneurship, digital banking, and urban sustainability. The chapters reflect the rich diversity of approaches used to address today’s most pressing challenges, from ESG integration and CEO governance in finance to AI-driven personalisation in skincare and fashion retail. The inclusion of thematic research on fintech, cyber resilience, inclusive innovation, and circular economy models provides readers with a broad yet deep understanding of how AI and technology can be responsibly leveraged to foster resilience, equity, and sustainable development, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This edited volume is not only an academic contribution but also a practical guide for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and students who are working toward a future in which technological progress aligns with ethical, environmental, and social imperatives. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all contributing scholars and authors whose insights have made this volume possible. Their combined efforts demonstrate the collaborative power of knowledge in driving sustainable change.
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    Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable development: Management Approaches
    (Bharti Publications, 2024) Shreyanshu Singh, Usman Ghani, Pranati Mishra, Pratibha Yadav, Ankita
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    Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in Startup Growth and Sustainability in India.
    (Bharti Publications, 2024) Usman Ghani, Vibha Singh
    India has seen a significant increase in the value of companies through shared values and professionals, leading to increased investment and accountability. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives have been instrumental in addressing stakeholder needs while addressing the environmental, social, fiscal, and economic impacts of a corporate strategy. These initiatives have resulted in improved brand image and high levels of customer loyalty. The concept of CSR in India has not been recent, but the industrial sector has improved, new CSR laws and regulations have been introduced, and the terminology known as CSR has been established in business beliefs. The Companies Act 2013 mandates companies with a net worth of rupees five hundred crore or more, turnover of rupees one thousand crore or more, or net profit of rupees five crore or more during a financial year to spend at least two percent of the average net profits of the last three financial years on CSR activities. However, SMEs/Startups are less willing to spend their valuable resources on CSR activities due to the stringency of compliance and their primary objective of business expansion. Access to capital is another challenge faced by social enterprises, with non-banking financial corporations discriminating against micro, small, and medium social enterprises due to a lack of audited accounts and collateral. CSR is a means to give resources to projects or
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    The Evolution of Technology in the Service Sector Concerning Hospitality
    (IGI Global, 2025) Vidit Srivastava, Irshita Dixit, Ratika Duggal
    The hospitality industry, encompassing lodging, food and beverage, event planning, theme parks, and travel and tourism, has been significantly transformed by technological advancements. This chapter explores the historical context, key technological innovations, and their impacts on the hospitality sector. The hospitality industry has undergone a profound transformation driven by technological advancements. This abstract explores the historical development and impact of key technologies in the sector. Initially labor-intensive, the industry began modernizing with the advent of early technologies like telephones and computerized reservation systems. The introduction of the internet and mobile technology catalyzed a revolution, leading to significant innovations such as online booking systems, mobile applications, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain have further enhanced operational efficiency and customer experiences. AI and automation streamline customer service and data analytics, while IoT creates smart, interconnected environments in hospitality establishments. Blockchain technology provides secure and transparent transaction processes.
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    Non-Verbal Communication and Body Language In Crucial Communication Improving Conversations at Workplace
    (Nitya Publications, Bhopal MP India, 2023, 2023) Sufia Rehman
    Good communication skills play a pivotal role for success in both personal and professional relationships but when we refer to ̳communication‘, it generally implies ̳what we say‘ or the words that we exchange. Interpersonal communication is however, much beyond the explicit meaning of words, and the information or message that they express. It also encompasses the implied messages, whether deliberate or not, which are expressed through non-verbal activities like facial expressions, eye contact, rate of glances, patterns of fixation, blink rate, the tone and pitch of voice, gestures exhibited through body language (kinesics) and the physical distance between the communicators (proxemics). This body language is critical in our everyday behavior and relationships.