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149 articles for “water security”
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Impact of Groundwater Pollution on Carcinogenic and Non-Carcinogenic Health Effects: A Review
Abstract: Groundwater is a critical source of drinking water in many regions worldwide, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, where dependence on untreated groundwater remains high. However, increasing groundwater contamination poses serious risks to human health. This review synthesizes recent peer-reviewed studies to examine the sources, distribution, and health impacts of major groundwater contaminants, with a focus on both carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks. Emphasis is placed on fluoride, nitrate, chromium, and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–46 Read article
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Swachhata Hi Seva: Transforming Public Health, Environmental Sustainability, and Water Stewardship Through Community Engagement
Abstract: Swachhata (cleanliness) is not merely a hygiene practice but a foundational driver of public health, environmental resilience, and sustainable development. Recognizing its multidimensional importance, this research critically examines the “Swachhata Hi Seva” campaign as a transformative, community-led movement that elevates cleanliness from an individual responsibility to a collective civic duty and social commitment. The study highlights how the campaign mobilizes diverse community groups, institutions, and local governance structures to actively …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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India’s Changing Skies: Unravelling the Rise of Unpredictable Weather Extremes
Abstract: India is currently experiencing a significant transformation in its climate system, characterized by rising temperatures, irregular rainfall patterns, and an increasing frequency of extreme weather events. These changes are no longer gradual or isolated but are becoming more visible and impactful across different regions of the country. This study provides a detailed examination of long-term climatic trends in India by analysing temperature variations, monsoon behaviour, and the growing occurrence of …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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The Tapper Approach: An Integrated Framework for Land Degradation, Restoration, and Climate-Conflict Dynamics
Abstract: Land systems across the globe are increasingly exposed to multiple and interacting pressures, including land degradation, climate change, biodiversity loss, unsustainable land-use practices, rapid population growth, and socio-economic conflicts. These challenges not only reduce ecosystem productivity and resilience but also threaten food security, water availability, rural livelihoods, and long-term environmental sustainability. Despite the growing recognition of these interconnected issues, most existing conceptual and analytical frameworks continue to address them in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Analysis and Development of Data Hiding Technique for Multimedia Content
Abstract: In this techno savvy world, due to high speed of the Internet today’s communication becomes digital. Due to this advancement, anyone can access the digital data within the entire globe without the owner’s permission. The digital data can be replaced and modified with great ease which has led to a need for effective data hiding tools. As a solution one of the most familiar data hiding techniques, possibly the most …
Published in Journal of Multimedia Technology & Recent Advancements · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Climate Change & Its Effects on Human Health: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Anthropogenic climate change has wide-ranging effects on human health and is a significant worldwide concern. This thorough analysis highlights the connections between environmental, social, and biological elements as it explores the complex implications of climate change on health. Numerous health consequences, such as vector-borne infections, heat-related illnesses, respiratory issues, and mental health issues, can be impacted by shifting precipitation patterns, rising temperatures, and a rise in the frequency of extreme …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Managing Hydro Resources of Pakistan: A Proactive Approach for Disaster Response
Abstract: Our county has been bestowed with sufficient water resources, yet it is facing water shortages due to mismanagement and changing weather phenomena. Pakistan’s vulnerability to natural hazards had increased many folds because of this issue, in the shape of floods and droughts. The efforts should be augmented by prudent policies of creating new dams and local storage facilities. To the contrary, Pakistan has witnessed a strange complacency and lack of …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Green Building Design and Security System
Abstract: AbstractIn the modern era, the world is moving towards an energy efficient design of the house and wants to create a greener and natural environment in the house. This design can be an easy solution for them because that fulfills the need of the consumer by energy saving as well as improves the comfort level and natural environment in the house. The Green Building design sector usually works on modifying …
Published in Journal of Web Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Video Watermark for Text Data Using QR Code
Abstract: In the current era, data security is most important and so is copyright protection. By using this project, the user can secure his data, logo etc. We are incorporating a digital video watermark into QR Codes for text data. This technique is used for data hiding into video. This technique can be classified as either spatial or frequency domain. Some video watermarking issues are addressed in video watermarking. This project …
Published in Journal of Operating Systems Development & Trends · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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ROI based Enhanced Fragile Image Watermarking for Tamper detection
Abstract: Due to increased utilization of web and mixed media applications image watermarking is attaining more popularity. Image watermarking attaches supplementary data about host (original) image as logo/sound/video or content. The primary point of watermarking is to dispense data integrity, copyright assurance, ownership identification and content validation. Along with providing content validation and data integrity watermarking also prevents the content from being modified. The primary necessities of watermarking are security, capacity, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Stability and Analysis of Retaining Wall of Bank Areas of the Ganga River
Abstract: Retaining walls are used from historic times to prevent the outflow of river and create havoc in the cities. The most important function of a retaining wall is to prevent entering the water in cities by giving higher length than the flood level and different styles of wall are used to secure town from high water level. Finite element technique is used to numerically model the wall and predict its …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Digital Watermarking Schemes for Authorization of Color Images using DCT
Abstract: AbstractDigital image processing is growing field. Digital image processing operations are mainly divided into three major categories: Image enhancement, Image compression and Image segmentation. Digital Watermarking comes under Image Segmentation. The present paper proposes the technique for the digital watermarking for digital multimedia. The growth in e-world which is coupled with computer network, world wide web and more over exponential advancement in computer performance. All these technologies has facilitated the …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Digital Image Watermarking using Discrete Cosine Transform
Abstract: Digital image processing is a growing field. Digital image processing operations are mainly divided into three major categories: Image enhancement, Image compression and Image segmentation. Digital Watermarking comes under image segmentation. The present paper proposes the technique for the digital watermarking for digital multimedia. The growth in e-world which is coupled with computer network, world wide web and more over exponential advancement in computer performance. All these technologies has facilitated …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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A Novel Direct Weighted Deviation (DWD) Method for Agricultural Enterprise Selection: A Case Study of Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Abstract: The study proposes a novel Direct Weighted Deviation (DWD) method for Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) by eliminating normalization, distance metrics, and pairwise comparisons. DWD is thereafter used to evaluate and select ten rainfed agricultural enterprises against ten generic and context-specific viability criteria in Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu, a water-scarce region in India. Subsequently, other methods (AHP, SAW, WPM, and TOPSIS) are used to obtain a comparative second opinion and validate …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Cybersecurity Innovations in Industrial Control Systems
Abstract: Industrial control systems (ICS) are essential for automating and managing industrial processes across a broad spectrum of sectors, including energy, manufacturing, transportation, and water treatment. Securing these systems is essential to avoid disruptions that could lead to significant economic losses and safety risks. Recent advancements in ICS cybersecurity encompass several key areas that collectively aim to bolster the security and reliability of these critical infrastructures, thereby enhancing industrial safety. Enhanced …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Digital Audio Watermarking: An Overview
Abstract: AbstractA real watermarking procedure is required for copyright security and confirmation of protected innovation. This work recommends an advanced watermarking procedure which makes utilization of concurrent recurrence veiling to conceal the watermark data. The calculation is grounded on Psychoacoustic auditory model and Spread spectrum hypothesis. It creates a watermark sign utilizing spread range hypothesis and implants it into the sign by measuring the covering edge utilizing modified Psychoacoustic auditory model. …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Password Protected Image Encryption and Decryption using Hybrid Technique for Data Security
Abstract: Abstract: Data security and data anti-corruption are some areas of cryptography which is under continuous research and development. In this paper, a password based protection scheme has been included in order to increase the level of security of data. Here a hybrid technique for data security has been proposed and compared with its non-hybrid counterparts which resulted in the hybrid technique giving better results for various parameters of study like …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Analysis of Image Watermarking Techniques against Various Noise Attacks for Medical Images using Genetic Algorithm (GA)
Abstract: In this paper, we have presented a dual secure digital image watermarking algorithm based on discrete wavelet transforms (DWT), lifting wavelet transforms (LWT) and singular value decomposition (SVD) using genetic algorithm (GA) for medical images. The natural image is chosen as cover image and is decomposed up to three levels using discrete wavelet transform. The medical image is chosen as a watermark. The genetic algorithm is used to embed and …
Published in Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research & Advances · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 36–44 Read article
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Watermarking Analysis of Digital Image Using Various Approaches: A Review
Abstract: AbstractFor present security to the digital media on the net the very beneficial generation is, virtual watermarking (DW). Watermark is an image or pattern in document which is used to identify data authentication and data integrity. The user can check the watermarked records with the watermark key and watermarking extraction system. The different techniques of watermarking reviewed in this paper are: least significant bit (LSB), robust, discrete cosine transform (DCT), …
Published in Journal of Open Source Developments · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Assessing Land Degradation and Restoration: Strategies for Sustainable Management
Abstract: Land degradation, defined as the loss of land quality and productivity, is a major danger to global food security, biodiversity, and water resources. This article investigates the numerous variables that contribute to land degradation, including deforestation, soil erosion, and land pollution. It emphasizes the urgent need for restoration efforts that focus on rehabilitating degraded lands through practices such as reforestation and agroforestry. Furthermore, the incorporation of climate-smart agriculture techniques is …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–29 Read article