Synthesis, Structural Characterization, and Quantum Chemical Analysis of (E)-2-(1-(4-Bromophenyl)ethylidene)hydrazinecarbothioamide: A Potential Candidate for Biological Applications

This study reports the synthesis, structural characterisati- on, and computational analysis of a novel compound, (E)-2-(1-(4-bromophenyl)ethylidene)hydrazine (EBEHC), synthesised via condensation of 1-(4-bromophenyl)ethano ne and thiosemicarbazide in methanol. Yellow single crystals were obtained through recrystallisation. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction revealed that EBEHC crystallises in a monoclinic system (space group P21/c), with a unit cell volume of 1103.56 ų. Experimental and DFT-calculated geometries showed a strong correlation, with bond length and angle deviations within 0.02 Å and 3°, respectively. Conformational analysis identified R1(a) as the most stable conformer (energy: -9147715.587 kJ/mol), while R2(b) was the least stable (ΔE: +2874.87 kJ/mol). FT-IR and DFT analyses confirmed N–H stretching near 3444 cm⁻¹ and C–Br vibrations near 445 cm⁻¹. Hirshfeld surface analysis revealed significant intermolecular interactions—hydrogen bonding (45.2%) and halogen contacts (19.4%). Molecular docking indicated favourable binding with cholesterol-reducing targets, suggesting potential anti-cholesterol properties. These findings highlight EBEHC’s promising structural, spectroscopic, and biological characteristics for future therapeutic applications

Advancement in Age Estimation in Forensic Science Through Molecular Fingerprinting Techniques – A Review Paper

Dactyloscopy has long been used for personal identification from the latent fingerprint residues, capable of providing an insight into various factors of an individual, such as age, sex, habits and lifestyle. Various studies have been conducted to precisely identify the changes in activity of sweat glands and the chemical breakdown of fingerprint residues with respect to time. However, a reliable method for accurately estimating or approximating the age of the fingerprint donor is yet to be established. The emerging field of molecular fingerprinting analyses latent fingerprint sweat residue and profiles the components present in it, which aids in personal identification as an individualistic marker specific to each individual. This review article highlights the advancements in estimating the age of the fingerprint donor from latent fingerprint residue and addresses the technical and technological research gaps in the timeline of molecular fingerprinting techniques, as this method holds potential in aiding forensic investigation and criminal profiling from the fingerprints retrieved from the scene of crime

The Impact of Tourist Satisfaction on Loyalty in Ecotourism Destination: A Mediation Approach

Travelers are increasingly interested in ecotourism in India, which, though still niche. It is becoming significant for environmental and societal well-being. Tourist satisfaction is vital for tourist loyalty and repeat visits. This paper examines factors affecting tourist satisfaction and tourist loyalty in ecotourism of Sundarbans, which is the largest delta in the world. Data were gathered by a questionnaire-based survey from travellers in Sundarbans, India, employing systematic sampling. The hypotheses were examined using covariance-based structural equation modelling and the mediation method. Findings from 468 tourists highlighted the effect of ecotourism dimensions i.e. reliability, service quality, destination image, price, and tourist facilities on tourist loyalty, with tourist satisfaction playing a key mediating role. To boost tourist loyalty, ecotourism destinations should enhance their destination image, reliability, service quality, facilities, and affordability. Insights from this study will help the stakeholders of Sundarbans tourism to understand tourists' satisfaction and loyalty levels, and suggest strategies for improving tourism infrastructure and services to encourage future progress

Heritage Trail will revitalise the livelihood of Palmyra Palm-based rural communities in Tamil Nadu, India

The Palmyra palm tree, called the Tree of Life, provides numerous edible and inedible benefits. It Provides livelihood opportunities for large, underprivileged communities. The present study explores two heritage walk routes, the Palmyra Safari, connecting distinct landscapes of the Kanyakumari district. Moreover, The Palmyra Trail connects diverse religious groups in the Thoothukudi district. These trails were developed in collaboration with government organisations and local communities to attract tourists with special interests. The techniques used to gather primary data, design the itinerary, and document stakeholders' opinions and experiences on the Heritage Trail routes include the Delphi technique, field observation, interviews with the local community, and familiarisation trips. The findings reveal that local communities, tourists, and experts have positive experiences with the trail. The practical implications highlighting the revitalisation of the local community's socio-economic status, reduction of Palmyra-based product adulteration, and creation of authentic experiences and awareness among tourists were established through the itinerary model. The results suggest that the model's success lies in its ability to engage local communities, provide them with a sustainable source of income, and preserve their cultural heritage. By offering genuine experiences to tourists, the model fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of Palmyra’s significance. The findings support the model's improvement and recommendation to the Tamil Nadu State Forest Department and the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation working committee for further development and promotion

Reframing Persecutions: A Socio-Legal Analysis of Asylum Claims Based on Climate Change-Induced Conditions

Despite international recognition that forced migration is not only a result of conflict or violence, but also a consequence of natural disasters, international protective frameworks such as the 1951 Refugee Convention do not recognise the category of ‘climate refugees.’ Subsequently, there has been an increased debate going on whether to classify the people who are displaced by the impacts of climate change as ‘refugees.’ Legally, the suggestion has been rejected by international institutions stating that ‘climate’ is not one of the five enumerated grounds mentioned in the 1951 Refugee Convention. Subsequently, intentional ‘persecution’ cannot be established in these cases as the effects of climate change are not arbitrary and discriminative in nature. This paper aims to analyse the socio-legal narratives of those persons who seek asylum based on events they attribute to climate change. The intention is to enquire how discussions around ‘persecution’ are framed within the asylum tribunals and probe if the definition can be expanded to include climate-affected persons. This needs to be analysed because forced displacement due to climate-induced conditions is an immediate humanitarian crisis affecting the world. Yet lack of legal acknowledgment has left the affected population in a state of uncertainty

Relation Between Perceived Tourism Impact, Quality of Life, Community Attachment, and Support for Tourism Development From a Community Perspective: A Serial Mediation Analysis

The study develops a conceptual theoretical framework based on the existing theories and examines the relationship between Positive Tourism Impact (PTI), Negative Tourism Impact (NTI), Quality of Life (QoL), Community Attachment (CA) and Support for Tourism Development (STD). A questionnaire survey was conducted among residents of two hill stations, Darjeeling and Sikkim, in India. A total of 308 responses were collected, and the Structural Equation Modelling technique using AMOS 26 software was employed for data analysis. The findings of the study revealed that CA significantly mediates the relationship between PTI and STD.Moreover, serial mediation analysis confirms that QoL and CA jointly mediate the relationship between relationship between PTI and STD. Additionally, PTI shows a significant association with residents’ QoL, CA, and STD,whereas NTI has no significant link with either QoL or STD. The study empirically supports Community Attachment Theory and Social Exchange Theoryand highlights its importance in community-based tourism research.The findings of the study indicate that destination managers should adopt a community-centred policy, developing community attachment and enhancing wellbeing of the resident, thereby strengthening residents' long-term engagement and commitment, which in turn result in sustainability of the destination

Metaphor and Concept: Some Reflections on the Derrida-Ricoeur Debate

The debate between Jacques Derrida and Paul Ricoeur on the philosophical status of metaphor has been seen as between two positions, one which privileges the destabilizing power of the metaphoric over the conceptual (Derrida) and the other which domesticates the metaphoric in the service of the conceptual (Ricoeur). Commentators on this debate, no matter where their sympathies lie, seem to predominantly be in agreement on this issue. In this paper I attempt to invert the frame within which this debate has been viewed. I argue that the debate can more fruitfully be read not as one on the status of metaphor in philosophy, but rather on the task of concept-construction in philosophy. I also argue that in reading this debate from this perspective, we come across a rather surprising conclusion: that it is Derrida, rather than Ricoeur, who provides us with a more robust and profitable mode of concept-construction that can accommodate scientific revolutions, epistemological breaks, and paradigm shifts. Ricoeur’s model of concept construction, I argue, only functions within what Thomas Kuhn has called ‘normal science’