Decoding Didi

Very few politicians in India today generate as much interest as does the chief minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee-popularly known as Didi. Diminutive yet defiant; unassuming yet arrogant; always volatile, though now increasingly erratic, Didi remains a puzzle. In 2011, Didi defied all odds to achieve what was once considered near impossible-she brought the thirty-four-year-old Left regime in West Bengal to an end with a promise of a better tomorrow for the state. The success of Mamata Banerjee has been a subject of study at some of the most prestigious universities in the world, including Harvard and Cambridge. But the same Mamata Banerjee has also been scathingly criticized and ridiculed; not just by rivals in politics but also by former supporters, civil society, and even the common man for failing to deliver on the dream she once promised her constituents. Decoding Didi presents the phenomenon that is Mamata Banerjee. A chronicle of an extraordinary life, it documents the heady days of the elections which toppled the Left regime-raising hopes for a political renaissance in West Bengal-and the crushing disappointment at Mamata Banerjee's failure to bring about any meaningful change. A clear-sighted account, Decoding Didi is an essential guide to understanding one of the most significant forces in contemporary Indian politics.

The life and poignant death of one of Britain’s bravest women. Eileen Nearne, or Agent Rose, was one of forty women sent into France by the Special Operations Executive (SOE), Churchill’s top secret wartime ‘spooks’ organisation.

This book offers a unique perspective on contemporary Polish cinema’s engagement with histories of Polish violence against their Jewish neighbours during the Holocaust. Moving beyond conventional studies of historical representation on screen, the book considers how cinema reframes the unwanted knowledge of violence in its aftermaths. The book draws on Derridean hauntology, Didi-Huberman’s confrontations with art images, Levinasian ethics and anamorphosis to examine cinematic reconfigurations of histories and memories that are vulnerable to evasion and formlessness. Innovative analyses of Birthplace (Łoziński, 1992), It Looks Pretty From a Distance (Sasnal, 2011), Aftermath (Pasikowski, 2012), and Ida (Pawlikowski, 2013) explore how their rural filmic landscapes are predicated on the radical exclusion of Jewish neighbours, prompting archaeological processes of exhumation. Arguing that the distressing materiality of decomposition disturbs cinematic composition, the book examines how Poland’s aftermath cinema attempts to recompose itself through form and narrative as it faces Polish complicity in Jewish death.

Haunted by an urgent voice she hears each time she reads a book by Carlos Castaneda, Gail seeks out Castaneda’s apprentice, and she finds herself catapulted into a strange world of shamans, metaphysics, and ancient beings. She is thrust forward onto a dangerous path that takes her from the safety of her everyday world into the radiant landscape where true power lives. Here, she is introduced to an ancient couple, who have lived and loved beyond time itself. She offers up her heart to become a co-conspirator with them in an unbelievable task. She must journey into the ancient records and retrieve the knowledge that broke this ancient couple and humanity itself apart. The death-bed promise this ancient couple made to each other eons ago is also the key to humanity’s own resurrection. It is this—the Butterfly Promise—that will return us to our true powers and to our wholeness once again.

Amidst a sea of literature focusing on startups and CEOs, a conspicuous scarcity of detailed case studies exists. This book endeavors to rectify this by providing a fresh perspective. It chronicles how Ritesh Agarwal and his 'oyo-preneurs' guided their company to unicorn status and delves into their resilience during the challenging COVID-19 lockdown, exploring both survival and resurgence. Beyond unicorn achievement, the narrative unveils the intricate tales behind Oyo's controversies. It's crucial to clarify that a lack of execution knowledge doesn't denote ineptitude. Tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs, the book serves as a guide, empowering them to overcome challenges and succeed in the competitive race. Meticulously crafted, it incorporates valuable information and insightful advice, enabling startup founders to commence their extraordinary journeys without relying on foolproof actions. This case study stands as the most straightforward resource, offering unparalleled insights for those aspiring to join the ranks of startup founders, whether on their bookshelves or through social media platforms.

Decoding Destiny is the story of Yana, Sanaya and Ritu, who live in Dubai – the City of Dreams. Yana, an ex-airhostess, has given up her glamorous job in the skies to follow her two goals; one, to start her own event management company and two, to find the old-fashioned bookish kind of love. She lands in a complete mess when she is smitten by Abhilash, whose friend, Kapil, ends up having a crush on her. In the midst of all this drama, Ritu, who hails from a traditional Gujarati family, and had almost been married at eighteen, ends up having a secret affair with an upcoming model. Sanaya, who has put her dreadful past behind, is now a certified counselor, who doesn’t like risking anything in life. Will she be able to guide her friends through their mess? Will Ritu’s involvement cost her more than she bargained for? Will Yana find her old-fashioned, bookish kind of love while focusing on her career goals?

Everything in this world has reasons behind it—clear, logical reasons. The purpose of this book is straightforward: to inform you accurately, provide facts, and make you aware of the true situation. This book isn't about focusing on the winning 400+ seats or achive the magic figure of 272. It's not about spreading propaganda or shedding crocodile tears for lost causes. Instead, its goal is to equip you with knowledge about every possible aspect before you cast your vote. We believe that a country's strength lies in democracy, and democracy thrives when we choose the right leaders. However, obstacles like money, power, and misinformation often cloud our judgment when it comes to selecting the right party and leader. It's important to understand the numbers, grasp the situation, your states and recognize the strengths and weaknesses of our leaders and political parties. Armed with this knowledge, you can make an informed decision about whom to vote for. With over 400 news channels and more than 100 newspapers and magazines covering Indian politics, getting a comprehensive and accurate understanding of elections can be challenging. This book aims to address that challenge by providing a concise and insightful overview of Indian politics and elections. We caution readers not to be swayed by exaggerated or minimized media coverage. Instead, our goal is to cover every aspect of Indian politics and elections in a straightforward and accessible manner. Whether you're deeply interested in politics or apathetic towards voting and leadership, this book is for you. At the end of the day, politics may seem ignorable, but its impact on our lives is undeniable. This book serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of Indian democracy with clarity and understanding.

This book uses a practical approach in the application of theoretical concepts to digital communications in the design of software defined radio modems. This book discusses the design, implementation and performance verification of waveforms and algorithms appropriate for digital data modulation and demodulation in modern communication systems. Using a building-block approach, the author provides an introductory to the advanced understanding of acquisition and data detection using source and executable simulation code to validate the communication system performance with respect to theory and design specifications. The author focuses on theoretical analysis, algorithm design, firmware and software designs and subsystem and system testing. This book treats system designs with a variety of channel characteristics from very low to optical frequencies. This book offers system analysis and subsystem implementation options for acquisition and data detection appropriate to the channel conditions and system specifications, and provides test methods for demonstrating system performance. This book also: Outlines fundamental system requirements and related analysis that must be established prior to a detailed subsystem design Includes many examples that highlight various analytical solutions and case studies that characterize various system performance measures Discusses various aspects of atmospheric propagation using the spherical 4/3 effective earth radius model Examines Ionospheric propagation and uses the Rayleigh fading channel to evaluate link performance using several robust waveform modulations Contains end-of-chapter problems, allowing the reader to further engage with the text Digital Communications with Emphasis on Data Modems is a great resource for communication-system and digital signal processing engineers and students looking for in-depth theory as well as practical implementations.