Raj Kumar Boeken

Drawing on two decades covering global development, Raj Kumar explores how non-traditional models of philanthropy and aid are empowering the world's poorest people to make progree. Old aid was driven by good intentions and relied on big-budget projects from a few government aid agencies. Today, corporations, Silicon Valley startups, and billionaire philanthropists are a disrupting force pushing global aid to be data driven and results oriented. This $200 billion industry includes emerging and established foundations as well as entrepreneurial startups which are giving rise to a new culture of charity. Bold and eye-opening, The business of changing the world introduces readers to a world where all of us can have a hand in ending extreme poverty within our lifetimes

Focusing on the integration of trees and crops, this book explores agroforestry's role in enhancing economic and environmental sustainability. It emphasizes the interactions among various components rather than treating them separately, highlighting its significance in providing ecosystem services. Covering essential topics such as planning, management, climate change, and policy, it serves as a comprehensive reference for stakeholders, educators, and students in agriculture, environmental science, and related fields.

Compact wireless antennas utilizing metamaterials represent a groundbreaking shift in antenna technology, allowing for significant size reduction and enhanced performance. These artificially engineered structures manipulate electromagnetic waves, enabling antennas to operate efficiently across various frequencies. Key benefits include improved signal efficiency, unique features like beam steering and polarization control, and the ability to integrate seamlessly into small devices such as smartphones and IoT systems. This advancement offers flexibility and adaptability for optimizing communication in diverse environments.

The book explores the idea that life continually presents unexpected challenges that prompt us to reassess our beliefs and perspectives. It emphasizes the importance of taking a moment to reflect on our reactions to various situations, suggesting that with patience, we can identify the most appropriate response. Through this journey of self-discovery, readers are encouraged to embrace the surprises life offers as opportunities for growth and learning.

A 140-year-old secret throws three planets into chaos! Tech for the geek. Thrills for the action seeker. Mysteries for the detective. Science for the uninitiated. The year is 2095. Voyager 1 launched in 1977 with a golden record - someone has found it and is sending a signal back to Earth. With a newly constructed faster-than-light spaceship named Antariksh, and a crew which includes novices like Lt. Manisha, as well as seasoned professionals, including Commander Ryan, Captain Anara reaches the source of the signal at the nearest star to Earth - Proxima Centauri. Before she can meet with the aliens, Anara must clear obstacles on her own ship, including a recalcitrant Artificial Intelligence and inexplicable radiation, which threatens the safety of the mission. The implications of what they find on planet Proxima B will resonate far beyond this first journey, exposing Earth to dangers on an unimaginable scale. And then Captain Anara finds out its creators buried a secret aboard Voyager 1.

Astrology is a profound science grounded in the principles of karma and the cycles of rebirth. A horoscope serves as a map of the zodiac, indicating the positions of planets at the time and place of birth. The art of chart delineation relies on the astrologer's knowledge, intuition, and divine guidance. A solid understanding of the nature and characteristics of houses, signs, nakshatras, and planets, along with their interrelations, is essential. Key tools such as dasha, transit, yoga, and divisional charts are vital for interpreting a horoscope. The lagna, or ascendant, is crucial in this process, representing the native's core potential and life force. If a specific quality or event is not inherent in this potential, other planetary influences may struggle to manifest. The lagna also dictates the numbering of houses, with the lagna as the first. Any change in lagna significantly alters the significations of planets, even if their signs and constellations remain the same. The author, a mining engineer and former Army officer, holds a Jyotish Acharya title and has dedicated years to astrological studies. His analytical background informs his research and writing, which includes previous works on longevity, Vedic approaches, and astrological remedies.

The stars or Nakshtras have fascinated most of us during our childhood. During hurly-burly of adulthood, they seemed to be put in background, but come back to center stage again once we settle down in life and concept of Almighty/ destiny dawns on us. Nakshtras are said to be the abodes into which the fruits of our past labour or Karma is transferred and stored. Thus, Nakshtras distribute the outgrowth of Karma according to the theory of cause and effect. We should look more and more into them and try and identify ourselves with our own Nakshtra to understand ourselves and people around us better. The deity, nature, working style, caste, sex, Yoni, Gunas, Tatwa, Tridosh, body parts, lord of Nakshtra and its Pada, Muhurats, longevity, profession, diseases/ health, marriage, children & relationships and remedial measures for afflicted/ ill placed Nakshtra are unique for each individual and his Nakshtra. This book takes us through a sojourn of cosmic path of 27 Nakshtras. The author hopes this journey is interesting, knowledgeable and satisfying.

Saúdskoarabský generál Farhan al-Baláví oznámí své krásné dceři Marjam, že pro ni má ženicha. Nader je islámský fundamentalista a násilník. Nešťastná Marjam se z lásky k otci a oddanosti k islámu obětuje. Pak pozná amerického zubaře Joea, zamilují se do sebe a sní o společném životě. Když s ním Marjam otěhotní, Nader chce, aby Farhan dceru zabil – pošpinění rodinné cti šaraf se trestá krutě…