Vol. 2 No. 1 | January - June (2025)

Dear Readers, Researchers, and Contributors,

We are delighted to welcome you to the second volume, first issueof the International Journal of Convergent Research. Following the successful launch of our inaugural issue, this new edition not only reinforces our commitment to scholarly excellence but also marks a proud milestone —IJCR has now been officially assigned its ISSN, a recognition that strengthens our academic identity and international reach.In a world that continues to grapple with multifaceted global challenges, the role of interdisciplinary research has never been more critical. At IJCR, we remain steadfast in our mission to converge diverse domains —from science and technology to management, humanities, and sustainability —to generate insights that are impactful, inclusive, and future-forward.This issue presents a curated selection of original research and conceptual contributions that reflect our vision of breaking academic silos. From explorations in AI-driven governance and E-HRM practices to critical discourses on female agency and urban informal workforce dynamics, each article exemplifies how cross-disciplinary thinking can reshape traditional narratives and catalyze innovation.We are deeply grateful to our authors for their insightful and rigorous contributions, to our reviewers for their constructive and thoughtful evaluations, and to our editorial team for their continuous support and dedication. Most importantly, we thank you, our readers, for engaging with our content, offering feedback, and spreading the impact of convergent research across boundaries.As IJCR continues to grow, we invite scholars, practitioners, and students from around the globe to be a part of this journey —to share knowledge, challenge conventions, and collaboratively shape the research agendas of tomorrow.Here’s to sustained academic inquiry, meaningful collaboration, and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.

Warm regards,

Dr. Monika Yadav
Editor-in-Chief
International Journal of Convergent Research