All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the ICSSSM 2025 during 6th November 2025 to 8th November 2025 in The Assam Royal Global University, Guwahati, Assam, India. These articles have been peer reviewed by the members of the Technical Committee and approved by the Editor-in-Chief,...

This paper explores using machine learning to classify book covers for better library management, specifically using convolutional neural networks. The purpose of this system is to automate the arrangement and retrieval of books by using visual features, thus addressing the limitations of traditional...

The rapid and constructive growth of e-commerce in India which has revolutionized consumer transactions, but at the same time also presented inevitable challenges in dispute resolution concerned with e-commerce. We know that traditional litigation is unsuitable for high-volume disputes in online markets...

The present study is bibliometric research that investigates the trend of research, publication dynamics, and the theme development of Green Technology in Education by analyzing the Scopus database records during the period of 2014 to 2024. The review shall determine high-productivity authors, institutions,...

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a very important role in promoting economic development and generating employment especially in emerging economies in India like Assam. As Global attention shifts increasingly towards sustainability, these businesses are being challenged to adopt various innovative...

Multilingual language models such as mBERT and XLM-R have revolutionized natural language processing by extending coverage across hundreds of languages. Yet for typologically distinct, low-resource languages like Khasi, these models often fail to capture even basic morphosyntactic structure. In this...

This research focuses on the digital literacy and social media tools on their roles, functions, and perceptions in academic and professional domains. The findings reveal that 89% of the respondents self-assess their digital competence while 91.90% have participated in some form of training on digital...

This study, conducted in Meghalaya, Northeast India, examines the breeding behavior and developmental stages of Minervarya nepalensis, a dicroglossid frog native to northern India and Nepal. Breeding activity coincides with the onset of the monsoon, characterized by male advertisement calls, mate competition,...

When it comes to the dissemination of information and ease of receiving answers to queries about dyslexia, the prevalence of a dyslexia-specific chatbot is sparse. Our effort here is to create a chatbot model that anyone with queries about dyslexia can use. In this study, we propose a Reinforcement Learning...

Smart libraries are developing rapidly and require improved security measures to protect system controls and resources while enhancing user experience. The proposed smart library RFID security algorithm is a smart library solution built on an intelligent sensing system that includes RFID, sensor networks,...

Development of institutional repositories (IRs) has become an essential approach for ensuring preservation, accessibility, and long -term sustainability of academic resources. This study examines the design and implementation of Institutional Repository at Shillong College to enhance academic accessibility...

The title of this study, which is “Information Literacy Using Social Media Tools: A Study of the Provincialized Colleges in Kamrup Metro District”, focuses on understanding the implementation of social media tools towards improving information literacy among the LIS professiona of provincialized colleges....

The Assamese society, like many others, harbours a rich tradition of healing knowledge. This has commonly been done through chanting of certain magic words and the application of some herbs. ‘The land of Black Magic’— is a popular expression used for Assam, a state situated in the northeast direction...

The Deori tribe, an indigenous Tibeto-Burman community in Assam, Northeast India, sustains a fragile cultural heritage through sacrificial rituals performed during Ebaku Bisu, dedicated to deities like Kundi Gira-Girasi or Kundi mama. This study historicizes these rituals, tracing their socio-religious...

Weaving has long been a part of everyday life in Northeast India, not only as a means of livelihood but also as a way of preserving cultural identity. This paper compares the weaving practices of Sualkuchi in Assam and Imphal in Manipur, with a focus on how weaving contributes to gender empowerment....

This paper explores how selected companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) approach sustainability reporting, with a focus on how well their disclosures align with widely recognised international frameworks, including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Environmental, Social, and Governance...

This study examines the ecological impact of tourism in Meghalaya, a region known for its fragile ecosystem and rich indigenous cultural heritage. As tourism has become a global phenomenon, there is an urgent need to move beyond superficial visitor attractions and adopt a more holistic understanding...

This paper explores nature, collective memory, and cultural heritage in postcolonial literatures of the Global South, analysing Salman Rushdie’s Midnight’s Children, Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things, Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude, Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s Petals of Blood, and...

This study examines the evolving role of libraries as key enablers of sustainable development in the digital era, focusing on their alignment with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Traditionally seen as book repositories, libraries...

India’s Northeast region has historically been viewed as a peripheral frontier, yet its geostrategic significance has grown markedly under the Look East and Act East Policies (2004-2024). Bangladesh’s geographic and diplomatic centrality positions it as a pivotal actor in India’s evolving foreign policy...

The Study examines Consumer Buying Behavior & The Impact of Digital Marketing with Respect to Swimming Pool Equipment”. It evaluates the influence of digital elements on consumer decision making & identifies the key factors affecting consumer preferences in the swimming pool equipment industry. ...

In the rapidly altering global economy, financial literacy and digital inclusion have grown into crucial factors in empowering women entrepreneurs. Even though their number in the business sector is growing, female entrepreneurs frequently encounter obstacles such as restricted access to funding, collateral...

Digital libraries are huge bodies of books, journals, multimedia and metadata which require complex methods of organization and retrieval. The traditional key word search cannot be used to find resources because of the complexity of relationship that exists between them. This dilemma is a clever solution...

Advertising functions not only as a commercial tool but also as a dynamic form of media communication, where language plays a central and strategic role. In order to capture attention, build emotional resonance, and enhance memorability, advertisers frequently rely on creative linguistic devices. Among...

The cooperative societies are based on the idea of the transformational values meant to fulfil the collective goals of the members and society at large. Therefore, success of a cooperative society does not solely depend on its performance on the financial count but also includes the performance towards...

Climate change has emerged as a systemic financial risk, generating trillions of dollars in economic losses and exposing persistent protection and adaptation gaps. This study provides the first comprehensive bibliometric analysis of financial resilience in the context of climate change, mapping how scholarship...

This paper explores the intersection of traditional arts and social entrepreneurship through a cross-cultural comparative study of Assamese Mukha Shilpa (mask-making) and Southeast Asian Wayang traditions. Both practices are deeply rooted in ritual, pedagogy, and community performance but face challenges...

This paper analyzes legal disputes and liability issues related to dental care within correctional institutions. It examines the scope of dental services that must be provided to inmates and the legal responsibilities of dental professionals. The study includes a comparative analysis of the Korean Correctional...

This study explores the nuanced relationship between internalized societal judgment and the experience of psychological distress among men facing substance use issues. It examines how perceived stigma contributes to emotional difficulties, specifically focusing on the interplay of anxiety, depressive...

This work is a tribute to the musical heritage of Assam that showcases an automated system for the classification of the regional Assamese songs of the state by the use of machine learning techniques beyond the traditional ones. By using KNN and MLT, which uses advanced audio feature extraction methods...

Economic sustainability is vital in contexts of ecological decay and social inequity. Incorporating new concepts from the green economy permits the sustainable and resilient participation of developing countries in intervention programs. Tajikistan, a Central Asian country with significant challenges...

This paper provides a detailed description of numeral classifiers in Nepali from both formal and functional perspectives. In Nepali, as in other classifier languages, nouns are categorized using classifiers, which can be divided into two main types: general and specific. General numeral classifiers are...

This study compares user satisfaction levels between social media payment systems (SMPSs) and traditional payment systems based on consumer feedback analysis. Specifically, it presents WhatsApp Pay as the model SMPS and Venmo as a model of a traditional payment system. The research adopts a mixed-methods...

Sustainable librarianship represents a transformative approach in which the Librarians actively advance green practices and environmental stewardship within Library environments. The Green Library movement emphasizes Librarians’ responsibility to provide accurate sustainability information, raise community...

Corporate governance has become a key determinant of market confidence and long-term corporate performance. It reflects how effectively a company is managed in the interests of its shareholders and stakeholders, promoting transparency and accountability. This study explores the nexus between corporate...

The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector plays a vital role in India’s growing economy, with increasing demand for packaged food and snacks. Kishlay Foods Pvt. Ltd., a well-known company in Northeast India, has been successful in this market but faces the persistent challenge of employee absenteeism....

The rising global concern over climate change and resource depletion has made sustainability a central theme in both policy and business. Green marketing, a strategy that promotes environmentally responsible products and practices, has gained momentum as firms seek to align with consumer values. This...

This study explores the implementation of Circular Economy (CE) principles within India’s automobile sector through the formal recycling of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs). Focusing on Tata Motors’ Re.Wi.Re (Recycle with Respect) facility in Guwahati, Assam, the first structured scrappage unit in Northeast...

Tripura is a small Northeastern state of India. It has 19 tribes which makes it a blend of various cultures and traditions. It is regarded as a beautiful tourist destination due to its picturesque landscape and delightful climate. In the recent years tourism has rapidly increased all over India and so...

Sualkuchi, renowned as the “Manchester of Assam,” is one of India’s distinctive handloom clusters, known for Muga, Pat, and Eri silk. However, owing to market competition and declining transmission of traditional knowledge, the sector has faced significant challenges in recent decades. This paper explores...

Big Data is changing the way social welfare initiatives are planned, put into action, and evaluated all around the world. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in India is the world’s largest rights-based employment program. It gives us a chance to see how big data may...

Eri weaving, a distinctive textile tradition of Assam, embodies ecological ethics, cultural identity, and sustainable livelihoods. Known as “Ahimsa silk”, it is unique for its non-violent mode of production, where the silkworm is not harmed. This eco-friendly characteristic makes Eri especially relevant...

The digital divide is a major social, economic, and political problem that makes life harder for people with disabilities (PwDs) than for other groups. E-government offers efficiency and openness, but its design often leads to a “disability divide” by excluding PwDs through non-inaccessible interfaces...

This study evaluates the impact of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) training programs on farmer empowerment within the flood-prone agricultural systems of Barpeta District, Assam, India. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted using a purposive sample of 150 farmers who participated in KVK training....

The handicraft industry forms a crucial base for rural economies, cultural heritage preservation, and job creation across India. Specifically, Assam’s Barpeta district is noted for its deep-rooted heritage in cane and bamboo craft. This tradition is essential not only for safeguarding indigenous culture...

The healthy body is the result of intake of fresh and healthy food by a human being. In fact, the secret of a good life is to have the right food at the right time. Owing to the importance of food, the modern society treats the adulteration of food as a heinous and unpardonable socio-economic offence....

Skill development has become a critical pathway for India to grow in a way that includes everyone. The goal is to give young people skills that will help them get jobs and make sure that everyone has a fair chance to participate in the job market. Even though the Skill India Mission has made a lot of...

The present study aims to analyze the green initiatives taken by the university libraries of Assam, how they contribute towards sustainable development, what are the challenges faced by the library professionals to adopt green practices, and what is the role of government in this case. A survey is carried...

This study investigates the strategies adopted by art management and art entrepreneurship students in India to successfully navigate the competitive art industry and seize emerging opportunities in the contemporary world. It reviews the contemporary visual art environment, encompassing art gallery initiatives,...

Work-life balance (WLB) has emerged as a defining concern in the modern workplace, particularly in professions demanding emotional investment, long working hours, and extended administrative duties. Among these, education stands out as a field where personal and professional boundaries often blur. This...

This study presents a PRISMA-based systematic review to explore the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in promoting women’s empowerment on the count of four dimensions, viz., Economic, Social, Political, and Psychological. SHGs are small groups consisting of members from similar socioeconomic backgrounds...

Bhortal Nritya, originating in Assam’s Barpeta district, is an energetic collective folk dance with deep roots in the region’s Vaishnavite spiritual and pedagogical traditions. Performed in groups with large brass cymbals and marked by synchronized movements and devotional intent, Bhortal Nritya exemplifies...

This study looks at approaches to preserve the culinary traditions of the Chittagongian Hindu Bengali population in Northeast India, starting with ceremonial transmission and ending with creative cross-sector collaborations. Through ritual, oral tradition, and intergenerational memory, this diasporic...

The cultural identity of the Tangsa people, an indigenous population primarily residing in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, India, as well as portions of Myanmar, is rooted in a complex and deeply ingrained set of societal ideas, grounded in animism and ancestral worship. Their culture reflects their beliefs,...

Nicotine dependence arises from rapid CNS delivery and reinforcement via nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, producing dopamine mediated reward, receptor desensitization, neuroadaptation, conditioned cues, and withdrawal cycles that sustain use. This paper integrates mechanistic, clinical, and translational...

This study presents an extensive analysis of gender classification in college admission data. A wide range of algorithms: Logistic Regression (LR), Naive Bayes (NB), Support Vector Machine (SVM), Random Forest (RF), Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), Recurrent Neural Network (RNN), K-Nearest Neighbor...

The digital age has ushered in transformative changes across various sectors, and the realm of academic research is of no exception. The advent of digital technologies has revolutionized how scholars access, engage with, and interpret archival materials. Traditional print archives, once the cornerstone...

Nameri National Park (NNP) located in the Eastern Himalayan foothills of India is an ecologically fragile zone that supports diverse ecosystems. Located within the Eastern Himalaya Biodiversity Hotspot along the Jia-Bhoreli River, a tributary of the River Brahmaputra. This study examines the major ecological...

Artificial intelligence is widely celebrated as a transformative force in the twenty-first century, yet its foundations reveal profound continuities with older systems of domination. Far from representing a clean rupture with the past, AI reproduces logics of appropriation and erasure that can be traced...

The home environment plays a vital role in shaping students’ learning outcomes, behavior, and overall development. It forms the primary social and psychological setting where individuals acquire values, attitudes, and motivation toward education. Recognizing its importance, the present study examined...

India’s manuscript heritage, which includes palm-leaf, birch-bark, handmade paper, and cloth manuscripts written in many different scripts and languages, is one of the richest collections of indigenous knowledge systems in the world. These manuscripts represent intellectual traditions in religion, philosophy,...

In an era dominated by speed, immediacy, and the saturation of digital media, slow journalism has emerged as a powerful counterforce, emphasising depth, accuracy, narrative nuance, and ethical storytelling. This research paper explores the convergence of slow journalism and graphic narratives through...

Stress is a mental illness that affects everyone at different times and in different situations. The stress of teachers in the teaching profession is a common issue, yet it is not adequately addressed. The aim of this study is to locate the sources of stress among teachers and to explore the techniques...

The twenty-first century has brought to the fore profound changes in scholarly communication, largely the result of the open access movement, which seeks to eliminate the economic, legal and technological barriers to the dissemination of knowledge. Open access is a mounting effort to imagine research...

Emotional intelligence is the capacity of a person to identify and manage our emotions in an optimistic manner to control and regulate stress. The skill of managing emotions varies from one individual to the other. This study examines the role of emotional intelligence in managing stress at work place...

Biomedical waste (BMW) consists of waste generated during medical diagnosis, treatment, or immunization activities in healthcare facilities. The rising volume of BMW, especially infectious waste, poses a significant hazard to public health and the environment. Improper handling and disposal of BMW can...

Sustainable entrepreneurship marks a paradigm shift in how business and environmental priorities intersect where profitability aligns with ecological balance and social responsibility. In this framework, innovation means more than new technology; it represents the integration of eco-friendly methods,...

The socio-economic conditions of forest dwellers are essential to understanding and tackling the wider issues of sustainable development and conservation. Often living in remote, ecologically sensitive regions, forest dwellers depend heavily on forest resources for their livelihoods, including food,...

Rohinton Mistry is a postcolonial writer who was born in 1952. Mistry began his literary career by publishing short stories and fictions in the early 1980s. He published his short stories in Hart House Review and as result re- ceived two Hart House Literary prizes for it in 1985. He has written one collection...

This article examines the contribution of the SCOPUS indexed “International Research Journal of Multidisciplinary Scope” from SCOPUS database covering the period 2020 to 2024, resulting in 438 documents. The research intends to emphasize trends, significant research domains, and the journal’s influence...

Governance refers to the set of rules, controls, policies, and resolutions established to guide corporate behavior. Corporate governance comprises balancing the interests of a company’s stakeholders, such as shareholders, senior management executives, customers, suppliers, financiers, the government,...

The increasing participation of women in entrepreneurial activities highlights the need to understand how they manage financial management practices, particularly in the context of behavioral finance. This study examines the behavioral financial management practices among women entrepreneurs in Kamrup(M)...

The present study delves into the possibility of integrating the adoption of virtual ecosystem models in the various prominent service-based industries in the country specifically those industries engaged in providing healthcare, education, banking and hospitality based services to the consumers. In...

The purpose of this paper is to study customer adoption in digital banking channel and how factors such as customer’s risk perception and innovativeness influence adoption or migration of customer to digital banking channel from traditional banking channel. Study utilized survey approach methodology...

The issues regarding children, within domestic labour, is often overlooked, particularly concerning its impact on their well-being and the violation of their rights. This situation raises important concerns, considering the provisions outlined in the Constitution of India. Children, by their nature,...

A cashless health insurance policy offers service to the consumers, i.e. receiving medical treatment in the network hospitals of the insurer without making a payment up to the limit of the coverage of the policy for the diseases covered under the policy. Customers’ constant buying interest towards cashless...