Browsing by Author "Apoorva Singh"

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Decoding the Investment Dilemma: The Interplay of Interest, Trust, Information, and Financial Awareness
(Springer Publishing Company, 2025) Apoorva Singh; Abhijeet Biswas
The study identifies the facilitators shaping investors’ intention to invest in India’s two prominent metro regions. Our study evaluated the continuance intention to invest of 645 investors utilizing structural equation modeling under the guidance of three theories, that is, the theory of reasoned action, information processing theory, and perspective theory. The direct and indirect linkages in the proposed model were examined using mediation and moderation analyses. The results indicate that interest in investment is magnified by perceived trust, investors’ attitudes, and the source of information, escalating continuance intention to invest. Furthermore, the association between interest in investment and continuance intention to invest is enhanced by financial awareness, whereas it is weakened by perceived uncertainty. © 2025 Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education®.
Dissecting investment frequency: examining the role of social influence, investors’ perception of gender discrimination, involvement, access to information and risk tolerance
(Emerald Publishing, 2024) Apoorva Singh; Abhijeet Biswas
Purpose: The recent economic changes in India and the gender discrimination practices of the patriarchal society have forced Indian women to turn to the financial sector as an essential means of generating returns. This study aims to identify the factors influencing investors’ investment frequency in India’s two most recognized metropolitan areas. Design/methodology/approach: The authors applied structural equation modeling to augment Allport’s consumer behavior model and the social influence theory for assessing the frequency of investments made by 690 investors. The direct and indirect linkages in the proposed model were evaluated using moderation and mediation techniques. Findings: The study’s findings show that investors’ perceptions of gender discrimination practices and social influence considerably increase investors’ involvement, magnifying their investment frequency. In addition, access to reliable information reinforces the relationship between investors’ involvement and their frequency of investments, whereas the low-risk tolerance weakens this association. Research limitations/implications: The findings could help policymakers, investors, financial media outlets, financial experts, educational institutions and society strengthen India’s financial sector by leveraging the linkage between the underlying constructs and investors’ behavior. Originality/value: The aspects of involvement and gender inequality have not garnered enough attention in the previous studies on behavioral finance. The study delves deeper into investor behavior by establishing a link between the underlying constructs and broadening the horizons of prominent consumer behavior models. It also unfurls the moderating role of access to information and risk tolerance to comprehend the association better. © 2024, Emerald Publishing Limited.
Green Solution for Heavy Metal Removal: Utilizing Banana Peel Waste as a Sustainable and Effective Adsorbent
(AMG Transcend Association, 2024) Lokesh Kumar Jangir; Apoorva Singh; Abhishek R. Rai; Varad Nagar; Garima Awasthi; Poonam Kumari; Ragini Gupta; Kumud Kant Awasthi; Kamlendra Awasthi; Mahipal Singh Sankhla
In recent years, the discharge of wastewater containing heavy metal ions, such as mercury (Hg), copper (Cu), lead (Pb), and iron (Fe), has posed a significant threat to the environment. Fortunately, research has found that banana peels contain elements, including sulfur, nitrogen, and carboxylic acid, which can effectively attract these heavy metals. The binding properties of banana peels can be retained for over ten cycles, making them a sustainable solution for water purification. This review summarizes recent studies on synthesizing porous carbons using banana peels and their application in water purification. Various synthesis methods and the adsorption mechanisms for removing heavy metals such as Hg, Cu, Pb, and Fe are discussed. Finally, this review concludes with a summary and highlights future prospects for research in this field. © 2024 by the authors.
Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles for Enhanced Latent Fingerprint Development: A Sustainable Approach
(Apple Academic Press, 2025) Snehalata U. Shenoy; Anuj Sharma; Vaibhav Sharma; Varad Nagar; Apoorva Singh; Kumud Kant Awasthi; Mahipal Singh Sanklhla; Garima Awasthi
The development of latent fingerprints plays a pivotal role in forensic investigations by providing critical evidence for identifying individuals involved in criminal activities. However, traditional fingerprint development methods often rely on chemical reagents that are environmentally harmful and pose potential health risks to forensic investigators. In recent years, there has been a surge of interest in eco-friendly and sustainable techniques for fingerprint enhancement. Green synthesis involves the utilization of natural compounds, such as plant extracts and microorganisms, to fabricate nanoparticles with enhanced properties. These nanoparticles offer numerous advantages, including biocompatibility, cost-effectiveness, and minimal environmental impact. Furthermore, the role of different types of green-synthesized nanoparticles, such as silver, gold, and magnetic nanoparticles, in enhancing the visibility and quality of latent fingerprints. It discusses their unique properties, synthesis methods, and interactions with fingerprint residue components. It also discusses future research directions and potential advancements in this emerging field, with the aim of promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches for forensic fingerprint analysis. Overall, the incorporation of green-synthesized nanoparticles in latent fingerprint development holds tremendous promise for advancing forensic science while mitigating the negative impact on the environment and human health. By embracing these eco-friendly techniques, forensic investigators can enhance their capabilities in fingerprint analysis while upholding sustainable practices. © 2026 by Apple Academic Press, Inc.
Implications of Diatoms for Heavy Metal Bioremediation
(wiley, 2025) Varad Nagar; Vinay Aseri; Rushikesh L. Chopade; Pritam P. Pandit; Badal Mavry; Apoorva Singh; Garima Awasthi; Kumud Kant Awasthi; Mahipal Singh Singh Sankhla
Alarming levels of heavy metals are hazardous to the aquatic ecology, resulting in a significant loss of species variety. Pollutant biosorption employing naturally inspired sources such as microalgae provides a number of advantages. Diatoms, a varied species of phytoplankton that makes up approximately 45% of marine primary production, have a remarkable capacity for survival in contaminated aquatic environments. They are important for metal biogeochemistry in settings with fresh and salt water. Chemical pollutants and dangerous metals from contaminated locations are degraded, speciated, and detoxified in large parts. Diatoms have several advantages, including plentiful availability, low cost, high metal removal efficiency, and environmental friendliness. This chapter discusses new developments and methods in diatom-based bioremediation and biosorption of hazardous heavy metals, with the intention of providing relevant information to aid the development of efficient and economically viable heavy metal bioremediation technology by implication of diatoms. © 2025 Scrivener Publishing LLC.
Join the ‘EV'olution: the interplay of mass media awareness, politics of environmentalism, and social perception in driving public EV usage intention
(Emerald Publishing, 2025) Apoorva Singh; Abhijeet Biswas
Purpose – The growing concern for environmental sustainability and emphasis on the reduction of carbon emissions have made public electric vehicles (PEVs) a promising solution to the transportation issues in metropolitan regions. The study aims to identify the drivers and inhibitors influencing public EV usage intention (PEVUI). Design/methodology/approach – The research assessed the PEVUI among 585 respondents through structural equation modeling (SEM), integrating and augmenting the media-based perception and adoption model (MPAM) with the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology 2 (UTAUT2) framework. The study examined both direct and indirect relationships within the proposed model, providing a clear picture of the factors shaping PEVUI. Findings – Our results convey that commuters' intentions to use PEVs are driven by effort expectancy (EE), performance expectancy (PE), social perception (SP), perceived complexities, and hedonic motivation (HM). In addition, mass media awareness and the politics of environmentalism reflect a positive influence on HM and SP, further shaping PEVUI. Research limitations/implications – Our findings may help government agencies, the automotive industry, environmental organizations, daily commuters, and the broader Indian society strengthen the electric mobility sector. Originality/value – The existing literature has not emphasized the importance of mass media awareness and the politics of environmentalism in shaping EV usage intention. This study addresses these gaps to enhance the understanding and contribute to the broader discourse on PEVUI. © 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited
Money, Metropolis and Mindsets: Mapping the Dynamics of Investors’ Financial Behaviour and Satisfaction
(Sage Publications India Pvt. Ltd, 2025) Apoorva Singh; Abhijeet Biswas
The study investigates the key determinants of financial satisfaction among investors in India’s two leading metropolitan cities. Employing structural equation modelling, the research integrates the expectation confirmation model (ECM) and evaluative congruity theory (ECT) to examine the factors influencing financial satisfaction among 575 investors. The proposed model analyses both direct and indirect relationships through mediation and moderation techniques. Findings reveal that investors’ perceptions, financial socialization and metropolis investment opportunities impact financial behaviour, which, in turn, enhances financial satisfaction. Moreover, financial self-efficacy positively moderates the relationship between financial behaviour and satisfaction, whereas inflation weakens the relationship. The study offers valuable insights for financial professionals, investors, policymakers and educational institutions by emphasizing the dynamic interplay between individual, social and environmental factors in shaping financial behaviour and satisfaction. The study contributes to the theoretical development of financial satisfaction models by extending and integrating the ECM and ECT into a comprehensive conceptual framework. © 2025 Fortune Institute of International Business
Swipe now, reflect later: examining the magnitude of time urgency, interactivity, and cognitive fatigue on gamers' impulsive in-app purchases
(Emerald Publishing, 2025) Apoorva Singh; Abhijeet Biswas
Purpose Mobile games have become the third most popular category of mobile applications, just behind social media and online shopping apps. Although most mobile games are free to download and play, developers often utilize a freemium model, incorporating in-app purchases (IAPs) to enhance user engagement. Our study examines the intricate patterns of impulsive IAPs by identifying the factors that drive their popularity. Design/methodology/approach The study employed a mixed-methods approach to evaluate impulsive IAP behavior among mobile gamers. The in-depth interviews with 12 mobile gamers provided valuable contextual insights into the psychological and behavioral underpinnings of IAPs. The study also examined the impulsive IAP preferences among 575 mobile gamers using structural equation modeling. Findings The results indicate that in-app promotional offers, perceived time urgency, mobile game interactivity, and gaming community significantly influence users' imprudence and self-indulgence. These factors collectively enhance impulsiveness, magnifying the likelihood of mobile gamers' impulsive IAPs. Furthermore, cognitive fatigue among gamers strengthens the link between imprudence and self-indulgence on one side and impulsive IAPs on the other. Research limitations/implications Our findings offer valuable insights for stakeholders in the gaming industry, including mobile gaming companies, gamers, and regulatory authorities. Originality/value Previous studies on mobile gaming have not adequately examined the dimensions of impulsiveness influencing players' decisions to make impulsive IAPs. Therefore, the study investigates these dimensions by integrating the consumption impulse formation and enactment model with the stimulus-organism-response framework to understand the dynamics of the mobile gaming industry. © 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited