IOSR-JEF   Volume-14 ~ Issue-6 ~ Nov. – Dec. 2023

Abstract: This paper attempts to give an overall picture of power sector in Karnataka in nutshell. Based on the secondary data collected from various sources like All India Energy Statistics, Economic Survey of Karnataka, Reports of Department of Finance GOK and KREDL paper tries to analyse various aspects of power sector in Karnataka which has emerged as the major producer of power in the country and economic power house in recent years. The paper concludes that there has been tremendous increase in the demand for power in the state and attempts to improve supply side through several structural reforms has resulted in meeting the demand. However, still there are certain areas such as increasing burden of subsidised power supply, increasing generation and transmission costs, purchase of power in peak time have worsened.....

Key words: Energy,Power,Power Consumption,Transmission,ESCOMs

Abstract: Lebanon, a nation plagued by persistent crises, has witnessed a profound impact on its entrepreneurial landscape, particularly within the innovation ecosystem. This study delves into the repercussions of the country's financial crisis on entrepreneurs. Drawing on data and extensive research, we examine the shifts in financial behavior, budgeting, spending, and saving patterns among entrepreneurs in the wake of these crises. The financial turmoil in Lebanon has led to a significant reduction in annual investments in local startups, triggering a mass exodus of startups relocating abroad. The economic and political instability, compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Beirut port explosion, have left small businesses and entrepreneurs struggling for survival. Nevertheless, Lebanese entrepreneurs have displayed resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.....

Key words: Lebanese crisis, Entrepreneurial behavior, Financial behavior, Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Financial literacy, Economic instability, Crisis impact, Financial decision-making, Financial resilience, Entrepreneurship in Lebanon

Abstract: This research paper delves into the intricate relationship between e-commerce adoption and financial performance during a financial crisis, focusing on the context of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Lebanon. The primary objective of this study is to elucidate whether e-commerce can serve as a strategic instrument for Lebanese SMEs, enabling them to alleviate the detrimental impacts of financial crises while bolstering their financial performance. The research employs a comprehensive mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative analyses of financial data with qualitative assessments of SMEs' e-commerce strategies, challenges, and real-world experiences during times of financial upheaval, utilizing....

Key words: E-commerce, SME, Financial Performance, Crisis, Online sales, Resilience, Customer Behavior