In developing countries, sports development cooperation is still in the need of justification and steadfast arguments. Many people ask the question why invest in sports in developing countries for which water supply, health service and agriculture projects are much better suited? An apt reply to this question may be for many of the people of a developing country, Sports is the only Sweaty Leisure-time activity. Sports represents a moment of joy in the midst of hard poverty-stricken and dirty everyday life. Doing sports even makes one s work go more smoothly the next day. Contents: Introduction, Equipment, Playing to Win, Downturn and Revival, The Challenging Order, Cue Control and Cue Ball Control, Special Shots, The Inner Game, The Snooker Boom, Snooker Rules.

The origins and development of the fascinating variety of continents, countries and communities of the world are the engrossing subjects of the present prize set of 17 Vols. in 34 Parts of the encyclopaedia. With marvelously lucid text and equally graphic illustrations, the writers and editors present a panoramic account of the splendid variety of the family of mankind, its numerous and varied habitations, its physical, human and economic geography of man and his activities, and the living dynamic relation that mankind had with fellow communities across land and sea as well as with the planet that sustains all of them. The World Encyclopaedia of Nations and Nationalities opens to students, teachers and general readers a vast and beautiful window onto the great as well as the little known customs, manners and cultures of the world, reveals the universal geographical features and singularities of all countries in the continents, the introduces in vivid detail the many kind of inhabitants that are found world-wide. Not only is this brilliantly conceived encyclopaedia the pride of many libraries across the world, but it is also regarded as an apt companion and complement to the earlier historic work of Darwin, namely, Origin of the Species. In its comprehensive sweep and vibrant treatment the present the present volumes of this encyclopaedia will be an essential part of all libraries.

This book is a comprehensive history of city planning in post-independence India. It explores how the nature and orientation of city planning have evolved in India’s changing sociopolitical context over the past hundred or so years. The book situates India’s experience within a historical framework in order to illustrate continuities and disjunctions between the pre- and post-independent Indian laws, policies, and programs for city planning and development. It focuses on the development, scope, and significance of professional planning work in the midst of rapid economic transition, migration, social disparity, and environmental degradation. The volume also highlights the need for inclusive planning processes that can provide clean air, water, and community spaces to large, diverse, and fast growing communities. Detailed and insightful, this volume will be of interest to researchers and students of public administration, civil engineering, architecture, geography, economics, and sociology. It will also be useful for policy makers and professionals working in the areas of town and country planning.

Dear Readers,Thanks for making it #1 Best seller on Amazon!Thrilled by responses, driven by suggestions, here is second edition of the book to add:* Analysis of real life Industrial application collected from multiple MNCs* Question bank (100 fundamental based and 50 numerical based questions)I sincerely hope it will bring more value to the readers.Purpose of the book:* This book is to take you through an exciting journey of learning new mechanical engineering language, namely, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). It is a functional language to define and communicate geometric tolerances (allowable variations) applicable to geometries (also called features) of mechanical parts and assemblies. * The purpose of this book is to learn (read and write) this language.What can the reader hope to learn by reading the book?Starting the journey with the origin of GD&T, we will learn: * Fundamentals of dimensioning, tolerancing and dimensioning rules.* Fundamental concepts of hole and shaft basis systems, basic/nominal size, limit, tolerance, actual size, deviation, allowance, and related technical terms.* Understanding mechanical features, a feature of size (FOS) and feature material condition (MMC/LMC/RFS), Datum, Datum feature, Datum feature frame, the degree of freedom, datum target, and datum simulators.* Fourteen feature controls tolerances of GD&T (straightness, flatness, circularity, cylindricity, etc.), practical application of each tolerance, the impact of MMC/LMC, understanding bonus tolerance, and writing in feature control frame.* Advanced concepts of boundary and envelope, MMB, LMB, RFB, virtual condition, resultant condition, unrelated and related actual mating envelopes.* 14 most frequently used modifiers, namely, translation, projected tolerance zone, free state, tangent plane, unequally disposed profile, independency, statistical tolerance, continuous feature, controlled radius, dimension origin, between, all around, all over, and individually.* Analysis of industrial application examples, to see how industry adapts and modify the standards in real life.* 100 fundamental based and 50 numerical questions to test your learning..* Appendix section including the concept of ISO-286 and IT grades, industry best practices for dimensional tolerancingWhile covering more than core GD&T concepts, a couple of designing process have also been included to provide holistic knowledge for practical purposes.About the journey of writing this book:Being a mechanical engineer, it was exciting for me to find a new evolving language in the industry. To find out the ground reality of usage of GD&T, I visited industries and educational institutes, talked to professionals, teachers, and students. Almost everywhere, a sense of difficulty to understand the new concept was found. To understand the concepts of ASME Y14.5-2009, a need of a textbook was felt, which is easy to understand, which can be used for stepwise learning, having questions, exercises, etc. I started the endeavor to write this book by contacting many of my friends, friend's friends, to collaborate and find more information, samples, industrial applications, challenges, etc. I locally printed the first sample of the book, gave it to industrial designers, Design heads, Manufacturers, Head-of-departments and Principals of colleges, established famous Authors of mechanical engineering subjects, and other colleagues. Most of them liked the book's simplified approach to describe the complex subject matter and provided their feedbacks, which are incorporated in the book. Therefore, this book is not only the output of my efforts, rather it is a combined output of many elite people working in the area of GD&T for some time now. I wish my readers to take benefit of fundamental learning and real-life examples, and to be front line runner in this evolving area of the mechanical industry!All the best! Happy learning!Ashok

Video games represent a unique blend of programming, art, music, and unbridled creativity. To the general public, they are perhaps the most exciting computer applications ever undertaken. In the field of computer science, they have been the impetus for a continuous stream of innovations designed to provide gaming enthusiasts with the most realistic and enjoyable gaming experience possible. Algorithmic and Architectural Gaming Design: Implementation and Development discusses the most recent advances in the field of video game design, with particular emphasis on practical examples of game development, including design and implementation. The target audience of this book includes educators, students, practitioners, professionals, and researchers working in the area of video game design and development. Anyone actively developing video games will benefit from the practical application of fundamental computer science concepts demonstrated in this book.

Welcome to the phenomenal journey of learning Project management, and beyond!This book is based on latest PMBOK 6th edition. With help of numerous examples from IT Industry, Civil Industry, and Mechanical Industry, the Author has simplified the concepts of PMBOK which helps students from any background to understand them. The Author has utilized his wide international experience across the USA, UK, Europe, Middle East, and the India while working for multiple industries. Many real-life examples have also been included to share his experience and way to handle them.The approach used in this book is to make a solid foundation for students on which any castle can be built, may be it is clearing PMP® exam or implementing management tools and techniques in real life. One further step is taken for leadership role to understand the concepts of, and work on, fundamentals of any organization, for example, starting from vision, mission, and values - to - strategic plan - to -support system for project managers - to - project management standardization - to - monitoring and control system (e.g., PMO).Comprehensive yet simplified explanation of tools, for example, CPM/PERT, Fast tracking, Crashing, Burndown chart, Budgeting, and funding, Earned value analysis for EAC and TCPI, ITYXC & Roof shaped matrices, Root cause analysis, Control charts, RACI, Risk response tools, Stakeholder grid/cube, and much more, will enable reader to work in standardized and most professional fashion.This book is for all of you, who is either preparing for PMP® certification or working project manager, as a senior management up to CEO/Owner level by making you fully equipped to take up any level of management tasks. Enjoy the journey, of becoming a Supermanager...