Showing papers by "DAV College, Chandigarh published in 2015"

The synthesis, spectroscopic characterization and anticancer activity of new mono and binuclear phosphanegold(I) dithiocarbamate complexes

Abstract: A new series of mononuclear [t-Bu3PAuS2CN(C7H7)2] (1), and binuclear [(DPPM)Au2(S2CN(CH3)2)2] (2), [(DPPM)Au2(S2CN(C2H5)2)2] (3) and [(DPPM)Au2(S2CN(C7H7)2)2] (4) [where DPPM = 1,1-bis(diphenylphosphino)methane, S2CN(CH3)2 = dimethyldithiocarbamate, S2CN(C2H5)2 = diethyldithiocarbamate and S2CN(C7H7)2 = dibenzyldithiocarbamate] gold(I) complexes have been prepared by reacting gold(I) precursors and dialkyl–diaryl dithiocarbamate ligands. The complexes were characterized by an analytical technique and spectroscopic methods such as CHNS analysis, FTIR spectroscopy; 1H, 13C and 31P NMR measurements. The molecular structure of the [t-Bu3PAuS2CN(C7H7)2] (1) complex was determined by X-ray diffraction. The gold(I) complexes (2 and 3) were found particularly to be better potent in vitro cytotoxic agents in comparison to cisplatin against HeLa, HCT15 and A549 cancer cell lines. These metal complexes could serve as attractive anticancer agents for the development of novel therapeutic strategies and to treat cervix, lung and colon cancers.

f -Statistical convergence of order α and strong Cesàro summability of order α with respect to a modulus

Abstract: In this paper, following a very recent and new approach of Aizpuru et al. (Quaest. Math. 37:525-530, 2014), we further generalize a concept of α-density to that of f α $f_{\alpha}$ -density, where f is an unbounded modulus and 0 < α ≤ 1 $0 < \alpha\leq1$ . As a consequence, we obtain a new nonmatrix convergence method, namely f-statistical convergence of order α or S α f $S_{\alpha}^{f}$ -convergence, which is intermediate between the ordinary convergence and the statistical convergence of order α. We also introduce a new concept of strong Cesaro summability of order α with respect to a modulus function f, and finally we investigate the relationship between the set S α f $S_{\alpha}^{f}$ of all f-statistically convergent sequences of order α and the set w α f $w_{\alpha}^{f}$ of all strongly Cesaro summable sequences of order α with respect to f.

Allelopathic Potential of the Essential Oil of Wild Marigold (Tagetes minuta L.) Against Some Invasive Weeds

Abstract: Tagetes minuta is an aromatic plant native to Tropical America. It exhibits wide range of biological activity against insects, nematodes, microbes including medicinal properties. It also creates nuisance for agricultural land. This may be attributed to its allelopathic properties. Therefore, the present study investigated the allelopathic potential of volatile oil of T. minuta on other invasive weeds - Chenopodium murale L., Phalaris minor Retz. and Amaranthus viridis L. It was observed that the volatile oil of T. minuta significantly reduced the germination, growth, chlorophyll content and respiratory ability of recipient weeds in a dose dependent manner. Mitotic studies revealed a complete arrest of mitotic activity in cells of treated root tips of Allium cepa with various aberrations like distorted, trinucleolated and binucleated cells. Thus, it can be concluded that the volatile oil of T. minuta shows allelopathic potential on other plants and this property could be further explored for weed management.

Interactions of Saccharides in Aqueous Glycine and Leucine Solutions at Different Temperatures of (293.15 to 313.15) K: A Viscometric Study

Abstract: The results of viscosity measurements of ribose, maltose, and raffinose at molalities ranging from (0.050 to 0.100) mol·kg–1 in aqueous solutions of glycine and leucine of (0.025, 0.050, and 0.100) mol·kg–1, respectively, over a wide temperature range of (293.15 to 313.15) K, have been reported. The viscosity data have been used to calculate the viscosity B-coefficients by employing the Jones–Dole equation at different temperatures. The temperature derivative of B-coefficients, dB/dT, the viscosity B-coefficient of transfer, ΔtrB, free energy of activation of viscous flow per mole of solvent, Δμ1o*, and solute, Δμ2o*, respectively, activation entropy, ΔS2o*, and activation enthalpy, ΔH2o* for saccharides in aqueous amino acid solutions have been estimated from viscosity B-coefficient data. These parameters have been discussed in terms of saccharide–amino acid interactions, structure-making behavior of saccharides, and formation of transition state in the presence of amino acids. We have also attempted to ...

Perception of bank employees’ towards working environment of selected Indian universal banks

Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the job satisfaction level of universal bank employees in India. It focusses on identifying the factors of job satisfaction and their influence on the overall job satisfaction of universal bank employees. Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected from a sample of 380 bank employees using convenience sampling technique. Findings – The results of exploratory factor analysis reveal that eight factors, i.e. workplace environment, supervision, cooperation from peers, work discrimination, employee acceptance, work allocation, job security and remuneration extracted as important determinants of job satisfaction. The results of multiple regression analysis shows that supervision, cooperation from peers, work allocation and employee acceptance (independent variables) influences the level of job satisfaction (dependent variable of bank employees. Originality/value – Since liberalization, banking sector is considered to be one of the major recruiters. People prefer bank as a career and social status. In order to further improve the satisfaction level of bank employees, bank management should provide regular feedback to the employees about their performance. In the absence of feedback, employees will be discouraged because they do not know how they are doing or may believe their contribution is unacknowledged. The most important factor effecting employee satisfaction with their job is their immediate supervisor. Many employees dislike their supervisor though they like the work they do. To make employees happier in their position, stay longer and the most important to ensure that customers receive better services, banks must start improving the management skills of supervisors.

Tetrakis(thione)platinum(II) complexes: synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, crystal structures, and in vitro cytotoxicity

Abstract: A new series of platinum(II) complexes based on thione ligands with general formula [Pt(thione)4]X2 (X− = Cl−, NO3−) has been synthesized and characterized using CHNS elemental analysis, infrared, 1H and 13C solution-state NMR as well as 13C and 15N solid-state NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray crystallography. The spectroscopic methods confirm the coordination of Pt(II) with thiocarbonyl groups via sulfur of the thione ligands. The X-ray structures showed a distorted square planar geometry for 1, [Pt(MeImt)4]Cl2 (MeImt = N-Methylimidazolidine-2-thione) while the hydrogen bonding interactions in 7, [Pt(iPrImt)4](NO3)2·0.6(H2O) induce a bent see-saw distortion relative to the ideal square planar geometry. The in vitro cytotoxicity studies showed that 2, [Pt(EtImt)4]Cl2 is generally the most effective, a two-fold better cytotoxic agent than cisplatin and carboplatin against MCF7 (human breast cancer).

Risk assessment of exposure to radon concentration and heavy metal analysis in drinking water samples in some areas of Jammu & Kashmir, India

Abstract: Radon concentration was measured in drinking water samples in some areas of Jammu & Kashmir, India, using RAD 7, an electronic solid state silicon detector The observed values of radon concentration in some samples exceed the safe limit as recommended by the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) These samples were also analyzed for concentration of certain heavy elements like As, Pb, Zn, Cu, Hg, Ni, and Cd using inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometer (ICP-AES) The study was undertaken from the health hazard point of view

Hydrazine responsive molecular material: Optical signaling and mushroom cell staining

Abstract: The environment is well exposed to hydrazine, a known hazardous and carcinogenic material, mainly because of its extensive use in multiple fields starting from industries to academics. A diester derivative 1, based on 1,4-dihydroxyanthraquinone scaffold was found to posses strong potential for tracking hydrazine through fluorescence response. A chemical reaction between probe 1 and hydrazine resulted in the formation of dihydroxyanthraquinone derivative 1′ with bright yellow emission. This end product dihydroxyanthraquinone derivative 1′ is actually the parent starting compound of the diester derivative 1. The rationale behind the selection of dihydroxyanthraquinone derivative as the end product is mainly because of its longer wavelength excitation/emission profile which in fact helps in many occasions to avoid cross signaling issues related to the native background fluorescence particularly in the case of biological applications. However, no such significant effect was observed on de-esterification reaction in the presence of other relevant analytes. Limit of detection was found to be 0.06 ppm which is below the threshold limit value (TLV) set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Potential of this molecular material as a tracking agent for hydrazine in biological system was established by imaging hyrdrazine in mushroom cells.

An Optimal Fourth Order Iterative Method for Solving Nonlinear Equations and Its Dynamics

Abstract: We present a new fourth order method for finding simple roots of a nonlinear equation . In terms of computational cost, per iteration the method uses one evaluation of the function and two evaluations of its first derivative. Therefore, the method has optimal order with efficiency index 1.587 which is better than efficiency index 1.414 of Newton method and the same with Jarratt method and King’s family. Numerical examples are given to support that the method thus obtained is competitive with other similar robust methods. The conjugacy maps and extraneous fixed points of the presented method and other existing fourth order methods are discussed, and their basins of attraction are also given to demonstrate their dynamical behavior in the complex plane.

Peer Victimization Among Adolescents: Relational and Physical Aggression in Indian Schools

Abstract: This study examined the prevalence of physical and relational victimization and its relationship with self reported depressive symptoms and emotional and behavioral problems. A sample of 376 adolescents studying in 9th to 12th class (Mean age = 14.82 years, SD = 96) from Government and Private Schools of a North Indian city participated in the study. They completed measures of experiences with bullying and victimization, depression, and emotional and behavior problems. Three groups of students were compared: victims of physical bullying, victims of relational bullying, and those who were neither victims nor perpetrators of bullying. Nearly one-fourth of the students were victims of bullying. Physical bullying was reported by 8 %, relational bullying by 12 %, and 4 % reported being victims of both physical and relational bullying. Boys reported more direct victimization while girls were more likely to be victims of relational bullying. Victimization status was significantly related to self reported depression (F = 9.48, P = 000) and total difficulties score (F = 17.38, P = 000). Victims of relational aggression had relatively higher depression scores and conduct problems, while physically victimized adolescents reported more peer problems. Given the concurrent psychosocial adjustment problems associated with victimization, there is need for designing preventive and intervention programs.

Insights into the C–H⋯F–C hydrogen bond by Cambridge Structural Database analyses and computational studies

Abstract: Fluorine bound to a carbon atom (C–F group) behaves differently than its heavier analogues. Weak interactions involving C–F groups in crystal structures have been found to be of immense interest in recent literature. Herein, a series of dimers of ethylene and fluoroethylene have been studied by an ab initio method to calculate the stabilization energy offered by weak C–H⋯F interactions with benchmark accuracy by using a complete basis set (CBS) extrapolation technique. The model complexes have been studied in a systematic fashion to explore the structural and electronic parameters. The total interaction energies of all the complexes have been decomposed to obtain information about the nature of such interactions. Dispersion energy has been found to be the major component in the stabilization energy and C–H⋯F interactions have been found to be of closed shell type in the atoms in molecules (AIM) framework.

Thermal analysis of quaternary Ge – Se – Sb – Te chalcogenide alloys

Abstract: Tellurium-based glasses are suitable for storage devices due to their rapid amorphous-to-crystalline transformation. Alloys of Ge 19−y Se 63.8 Sb 17.2 Te y (y = 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 at.%) have been synthesized using melt quench technique. Glass transition and crystallization kinetics of alloys have been investigated using differential thermal analysis at different heating rates (5, 10, 15, and 20 K min−1). The thermal stability of synthesized alloys has been investigated. Resistance to devitrification has been analyzed on the basis of activation energy for crystallization.

Variations in Hepatosomatic Index (HSI) and Gonadosomatic Index (GSI) in Fish Heteropneustes fossilis Exposed to Higher Sub-Lethal Concentration to Arsenic and Copper

Abstract: The effect of sub lethal concentration 1.31 ppm and 1.84 ppm for Arsenic and Copper on the Hepatosomatic and Gonadosomatic indices of the fish Heteropneustes fossilis was studied. In mature female catfish Heteropneustes fossilis on exposure to both test metals at both higher sub lethal concentration registered marked toxicological alterations and reduction in Hepatosomatic index (HSI) and Gonadosomatic index (GSI) throughout the year in exposed fish group. However in the control group fish the values of HSI and GSI in the increasing order in relation to seasonal variation to their maximum range during pre-spawning phase. The reduced values of above parameter found directly proportional to the metal concentration and duration of the exposure. The results of the present study will be useful for selective breeding programme, conservation and sustainable fishery management of H. fossilis in its natural habitat.

A hybrid approach for software cost estimation using polynomial neural networks and intuitionistic fuzzy sets

Abstract: Software cost estimation SCE is an important and critical activity of any software development organisation. It helps the project managers to effectively manage their projects and prevent them from over budgeting. In this study we introduce a new design methodology for software cost estimation using polynomial neural networks PNNs and intuitionistic fuzzy sets which resulted in improved SCEs. The performance of the proposed model is tested through a series of experiments on three publicly available software development data, i.e., COCOMO81, NASA93, and Maxwell datasets. The proposed technique of using IFCM intuitionistic fuzzy C Means along with PNNs has drastically improved the cost estimations in comparison with the use of fuzzy C means FCM with PNN as reported in the literature.

SPF: Segmented processor framework for energy efficient proactive routing based applications in MANET

Abstract: Communicating nodes in MANET (Mobile Ad hoc Network) are highly mobile and battery powered. Energy of component node is a scare resource in MANET and the network lifetime depends on the availability of battery power. Numerous optimizations have been made in routing algorithms to ensure energy efficiency and increased network lifetime. This paper proposes a segmented processor framework particularly for the proactive routing based applications in MANET to optimize power consumption. The simulation results indicate energy savings of approximately over seven times as compared to identical set up with conventional processor architecture.

Highly photostable zinc selective molecular marker bearing flexible pivotal unit: opto-fluorescence enhancement effect and imaging applications in living systems

Abstract: Novel molecular probes for imaging zinc in biological systems are gaining interest as they help in understanding the role of zinc in regulating various bio-events. In this regard, a new C2-symmetric molecular system has been developed and successfully applied as light-up material for signaling divalent zinc with green emission. The fluorescence enhancement was highly zinc specific and this newly developed probe L1 bears a submicromolar detection capability. While probe L1 and the ensemble L1-Zn2+ exhibited remarkably high photostability, light-triggered fluorescence enhancement was observed in the case of L1-Zn2+. The nature of the L1-Zn2+ complex and the associated spectral shift are further supported by theoretical calculations. As the present probe absorbs in the visible region and emits in the green, it was preferred as a potential material for imaging zinc in biological systems including animal and plant cells such as pollen grains and fish egg cells. Such fluorescence imaging of zinc revealed the efficacy of the probe in detection and localization of zinc in various biological systems.

Structural and optical investigations of CdO-Na2CO3-H3BO3 glasses

Abstract: Glasses with composition xCdO-(40-x) Na2CO3-60H3BO3; x = 10, 20, 30 and 40 mol% were prepared by conventional melt-quenching technique and checked by XRD technique for their amorphous nature. An increase in density and refractive index of the samples with an increase in content of CdO has been observed and discussed. The optical absorption spectra of the glasses were recorded in the range 200–1100 nm and was used to find optical mobility gap, Urbach energy, and cut-off wavelength for each sample. The decrease in optical mobility gap with increase in CdO points towards the compactness of the structure with the addition of CdO. FTIR spectroscopy reveals the presence of trigonal and tetrahedral borate units, and the results indicate the conversion of BO3 to BO4 units with the increase in CdO content.

Parametric study of hybrid Savonius-Darrieus turbine

Abstract: The current work presents the study to predict the pressure and velocity field distributions for a hybrid two-bucket Savonius rotor and three blade egg-beater type Darrieus rotor vertical axis wind turbine using Fluent in ANSYS 15.0. Two cases of overlap conditions for the Savonius rotor i.e. 10.7% and 20.5% have been considered in this study. The Savonius rotor height is assumed approximately equivalent to rotor diameter and NACA 0012 airfoil cross-section has been considered for Darrieus rotor. Contours of relative velocity and static pressure have been obtained from simulation study and it has been observed that the high performance of the hybrid rotor can be attributed to the high relative speed observed in proximity of Darrieus rotor.

Confirmation of Culex (Culex) tritaeniorhynchus summorosus (Diptera: Culicidae) as a separate species.

Abstract: BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES Culex tritaeniorhynchus, a member of Cx. vishnui subgroup, is an important vector of Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus. Cx. tritaeniorhynchus summorosus considered as a variety or subspecies of Cx. tritaeniorhynchus, has been studied in detail to settle its taxonomic status. Surveys for the collection of Cx. tritaeniorhynchus from Chandigarh and adjoining areas have established the availability of Cx. summorosus from this area. METHODS For the present investigation, collections have been made from Chandigarh and its adjoining areas (up to 60 km) for procuring the material. The detailed morphology including scanning electron microscopy of immatures (eggs and larvae) and adults of Cx. tritaeniorhynchus and Cx. summorosus has been studied and compared. Further, the interbreeding experiments of the two species were also conducted and efforts had been made to allow cross- breeding among the members of these two species. RESULTS Comparison of egg, larval and adult morphology of Cx. summorosus with the parental species Cx. tritaeniorhynchus under the light and electron microscope, revealed significant differences. Moreover, these two species have also been found to be reproductively isolated as indicated by laboratory experiments. This settles the controversy on the status of Cx. summorosus and confirms its status as a distinct species. INTERPRETATION & CONCLUSION The study establishes that the two species show considerable number of differences which are sufficient to consider them as separate species rather than subspecies or variant of Cx. tritaeniorhynchus. Furthermore, the absence of interbreeding between these two again confirms their separate specific status according to biological species concept. But, it is yet to ascertain whether Cx. summorosus is a vector of Japanese encephalitis like Cx. tritaeniorhynchus or not.

Effect of thermal gradient on vibration of non- homogeneous square plate with exponentially varying thickness

Abstract: Vibrations of plate and plate type structures made up of composite materials have a significant role in various industrial mechanical structures, aerospace industries and other engineering applications. The main aim of the present paper is to study the two dimensional thermal effect on the vibration of non-homogeneous square plate of variable thickness having clamped boundary. It is assumed that temperature varies bi-parabolic i.e. parabolic in x-direction & parabolic in y-direction and thickness is considered to vary exponentially in x direction. Also, density is taken as the function of “x” due to non-homogeneity present in the plate’s material. Rayleigh Ritz technique is used to calculate the natural frequency for both the modes of vibration for the various values of taper parameter, non-homogeneity constant and thermal gradient. All the calculations are carried out for an alloy of Aluminum, Duralumin, by using mathematica.

Implementation of Data Marts in Data Warehouse

Abstract: A data mart is a persistent physical store of operational and aggregated data statistically processed data that supports businesspeople in making decisions based primarily on analyses of past activities and results. A data mart contains a predefined subset of enterprise data organized for rapid analysis and reporting. Data warehousing has come into being because the file structure of the large mainframe core business systems is inimical to information retrieval. The purpose of the data warehouse is to combine core business and data from other sources in a format that facilitates reporting and decision support. In just a few years, data warehouses have evolved from large, centralized data repositories to subject specific, but independent, data marts and now to dependent marts that load data from a central repository of Data Staging files that has previously extracted data from the institution’s operational business systems (e.g., student record, finance and human resource systems, etc.).

Self-Combustion Synthesis of Co–Zr-doped Ba-Hexaferrite Nanoparticles and Their Studied Physicochemical and Magnetic Properties

Abstract: In our efforts to investigate the correlation between distributions of cations over five crystallographic positions, magnetic properties of Ba-hexaferrites (BaM) in the coupled substitution of magnetic Co2+ and nonmagnetic Zr4+ for Fe3+ were examined. During the present research, we have synthesized a series of BaCo x Zr x Fe(12−2x)O19 (x = 0.0−1.0) ferrites by self-combustion technique using urea as a fuel at a temperature of 950 ∘C. M-type hexagonal ferrites with some α–Fe2O3 phase have been confirmed by powder X-ray diffraction, and the average size of hexagonal platelets was 64 nm which was comparable with transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Metal oxide peaks in the region of 600–400 cm−1 in Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) spectra confirm the structure coincidence with X-ray diffraction (XRD) results. The Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) surface area (9.72 m2/g) and mesopore diameter (22.55 nm) of samples have been observed by using the Barrett–Joyner–Halenda (BJH) method. Mossbauer studies suggest that dopant ions largely preferred 4 f 2 sites up to x = 0.6 while substitution at 4 f 1 and 12k sites were indicated at higher concentrations. Magnetization measurements showed that the coercive force was steeply reduced from 4348 to 696 Oe with increasing Co–Zr contents but net magnetization was nearly constant (M S = 52.34−57.47 emu/g). High M S and low H C values of our materials make them particularly suitable for many electrical devices.

A comparative study of methods of csr implementation in indian context

Abstract: How is corporate social responsibility (CSR) implemented / organized in Indian companies? CSR integration into business operations is one of the great challenge facing Indian organizations today. The companies facing with CSR problems and challenges are required to manage effective ways of implementation of CSR projects. CSR integration with business operations involves planning and implementation of CSR activities. The common requirements of all CSR projects are resources in the form of finance, manpower and time. Depending on the availability of these resources, companies opt for different modes of executing CSR. The organizations need to assess the extent of disturbance in the business operations while adopting a method of implementation of CSR programmes and initiatives. The overall disturbance should be minimum and controllable. The results of adopting a particular method, consequences of disturbance in business operations and long term performance of company must outweigh the cost of adoption of a particular method of implementation of CSR. This study aims to explore the methods of implementation of CSR in Indian companies. Further, it is intended to investigate if there are any differences / uniqueness in methods of CSR implementation and what is the preference of companies in selection of the various methods of implementation of CSR.A structured questionnaire was used to collect the data from top 500 Indian companies resulting in responses from 162 companies. The data was subjected to computing percentages analysis and rating method.

Factors Affecting NPAs of Scheduled Commercial Banks : An Empirical Study Based in Punjab

Abstract: The financial sector is always the key sector for the overall development of any country, and the banking sector is the primary sector amongst all. So, a strong banking sector is very important for the growth of the economy. This sector witnessed a lot of changes in our country after the 1991 economic reforms - popularly known as the era of "LPG," that is, liberalization, privatization,&globalization. The reforms focused on branch expansion, granting credit to the weaker sections like agriculture, SSI, education loans, housing, and so forth. However, in recent times, the banks have become very cautious in extending loans due to mounting non-performing assets (NPAs) and nowadays, managing NPAs is one of the major concerns for the banks as NPAs reflect the performance of the banks. A high level of NPAs suggests high probability of a large number of credit defaults that affect the profitability and net-worth of banks, and also erode the value of the asset. The NPA growth involves the necessity of provisions, which reduce the overall profits and shareholders' value. The present paper explored the primary reasons for the growth of NPAs in scheduled commercial banks of Punjab and also suggested the measures for controlling the same.

Imprinted silica nanoparticles coated with N‐propylsilylmorpholine‐4‐carboxamide for the determination of m‐cresol in synthetic and real samples

Abstract: m-Cresol-imprinted silica nanoparticles coated with N-propylsilylmorpholine-4-carboxamide have been developed that contain specific pockets for the selective uptake of m-cresol. Silica nanoparticles were synthesized by a sol-gel process followed by functionalization of their surface with N-propylsilylmorpholine-4-carboxamide. The formation of m-cresol-imprinted silica nanoparticles was confirmed by UV-Vis spectrophotometry, infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Electron microscopic studies revealed the formation of monodispersed imprinted silica nanoparticles with spherical shape and an average size of 83 nm. The developed nanoparticles were filled in a syringe and used for the extraction of m-cresol from aqueous samples followed by quantification using high-performance liquid chromatography with diode array detection. Various adsorption experiments showed that developed m-cresol-imprinted silica nanoparticles exhibited a high adsorption capacity and selectivity and offered a fast kinetics for rebinding m-cresol. The chromatographic quantification was achieved using mobile phase consisting of acetonitrile/water (70:30 v/v) at an isocratic flow rate of 1.0 mL/min using a reversed-phase C18 column and detection at λmax = 275 nm. The limits of detection and quantification were 1.86 and 22.32 ng/mL, respectively, for the developed method. The percent recoveries ranged from 96.66-103.33% in the spiked samples. This combination of this nanotechnique with molecular imprinting was proved as a reliable, sensitive and selective method for determining the target from synthetic and real samples.

Motivation of university teachers in northern india

Abstract: The paper evaluates the satisfaction of university teachers. India has the largest higher education system in the world. Teachers are the most important resource in the higher education system. The best of infrastructure and curriculum cannot transform students into better professionals and individuals without dedicated efforts of motivated teachers. Poor employability of graduates is a cause of concern. A motivated teacher can enhance the employability of the graduates by dedicated efforts. Job satisfaction of teachers was studied to identify factors that may motivate the teachers in public and private universities. A survey design was used for the study. Private and public universities in northern part of India were selected for the study. The findings show that teachers in private universities were more satisfied with intrinsic factors whereas teachers in public universities were more satisfied with extrinsic factors.