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Shibesh Kumar Jas Pacif

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Is the $Λ$CDM Model in Crisis?

We present strong evidence for dynamical dark energy that challenges the standard $Λ$CDM model. Several dark energy scenarios are explored, including $ω_0ω_a$CDM, logarithmic, exponential, JBP, and BA parameterizations, along with non-flat cosmologies allowing for spatial curvature ($Ω_k \neq 0$). Our analysis supports a flat Universe with $Ω_k \approx 0$. Using MCMC techniques, we constrain these models with observational data from DESI~DR2 baryon acoustic oscillations, Type~Ia supernovae, and compressed CMB likelihoods. The results provide strong statistical evidence that $ω\neq -1$, favoring dynamical dark-energy behavior consistent with a Quintom-B scenario ($ω_0 > -1$, $ω_a < 0$, and $ω_0 + ω_a < -1$). We also derive upper bounds on the total neutrino mass, $\sum m_ν$, using CMB + DESI~DR2 data: $\sum m_ν< 0.066~\mathrm{eV}$ for $Λ$CDM and $\sum m_ν< 0.075~\mathrm{eV}$ for $ω$CDM. In the non-flat extensions, o$Λ$CDM and o$ω$CDM, the limits relax to $\sum m_ν< 0.263~\mathrm{eV}$ and $\sum m_ν< 0.520~\mathrm{eV}$, respectively. For the other models $ω_0ω_a$CDM, logarithmic, exponential, JBP, BA, and GEDE the constraints range between $<0.043$ and $<0.127~\mathrm{eV}$. The effective number of relativistic species remains consistent with the standard value, $N_{\mathrm{eff}} = 3.044$, across all models. Bayesian evidence further shows that combining DES-SN5Y or Union3 supernova samples with CMB + DESI~DR2 produces measurable deviations from $Λ$CDM. Although no model reaches the $5σ$ significance threshold, several exhibit tensions exceeding $3σ$, suggesting emerging cracks in the cosmological constant paradigm.

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Observational tests of the conformal osculating Barthel-Kropina cosmological model

We consider detailed cosmological tests of dark energy models obtained from the general conformal transformation of the Kropina metric, representing an $(α,β)$-type Finslerian geometry. In particular, we restrict our analysis to the osculating Barthel Kropina geometry. The Kropina metric function is defined as the ratio of the square of a Riemannian metric $α$ and of the one-form $β$. In this framework, we also consider the role of the conformal transformations of the metric, which allows us to introduce a family of conformal Barthel-Kropina theories in an osculating geometry. The models obtained in this way are described by second-order field equations, in the presence of an effective scalar field induced by the conformal factor. The generalized Friedmann equations of the model are obtained by adopting for the Riemannian metric $α$ the Friedmann Lemaitre Robertson Walker representation. In order to close the cosmological field equations, we assume a specific relationship between the component of the one-form $β$ and the conformal factor. With this assumption, the cosmological evolution is determined by the initial conditions of the scalar field and a single free parameter $γ$ of the model. The conformal Barthel Kropina cosmological models are compared against several observational datasets, including Cosmic Chronometers, Type Ia Supernovae, and Baryon Acoustic Oscillations, using a Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) analysis, which allows the determination of $γ$. A comparison with the predictions of standard $Λ$CDM model is also performed. {Our results indicate that the conformal osculating Barthel Kropina model can be considered as a successful, and simple, alternative to standard cosmological models.

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Extracting $H_{0}$ and $r_{d}$ in Pacif Parametrization Models through Late-Time Dataset

This study examines five models derived from the Pacif parametrization scheme of the Hubble parameter ($H$), yielding various linear to quintic forms of the deceleration parameter (DP). Our goal is to explore the impact of these DP variations on late-time evolution and their potential to alleviate cosmological tensions. To enhance model constraints, we introduce non-diagonal elements into the covariance matrix to better capture statistical properties by simulating data point correlations. We also test the sensitivity of $H_{0}$ and $r_{d}$ to the Pacif parametrization scheme, treating the sound horizon $r_{d}$ as a free parameter to avoid imposing a CMB prior. This allows late-time data to constrain $r_{d}$ alongside other cosmological parameters, incorporating recent Baryon Acoustic Oscillations (BAO) measurements and Hubble data from Cosmic Chronometers Methods, Type Ia Supernovae (SNIa), Gamma-Ray Bursts (GRBs), and Quasars over a redshift range of $0.106 < z < 2.33$. Our analysis provides optimal fit values for $H_{0}$ and $r_{d}$, showing notable consistency with Planck CMB data. By using the Akaike information criterion, we analyze the models and conclude that all models have good agreement with the most recent observations.

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Observational Constraints on the Parameters of Hořava-Lifshitz Gravity

This study investigates the accelerated cosmic expansion within the Hořava-Lifshitz Model. To constrain the cosmological parameters of this model, we incorporate 17 Baryon Acoustic Oscillation points, 31 Cosmic Chronometer points, 40 Type Ia Supernovae points, 24 quasar Hubble diagram points, and 162 Gamma Ray Bursts points, along with the latest Hubble constant measurement (R22). We treat $r_{d}$ as a free parameter to extract $H_{0}$ and $r_{d}$ using late-time datasets, aiming for optimal fitting values in each model. Treating $r_{d}$ as free improves precision, reduces bias, and enhances dataset compatibility. The obtained values of $H_{0}$ and $r_{d}$ are compared to the $Λ$CDM model, showing consistency with previous estimates from Planck and SDSS studies. The Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) and Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC) favor the Hořava-Lifshitz model, with the $Λ$CDM model having the lowest AIC. Additionally, we conduct $Δ$AIC and $Δ$BIC analyses to assess model preference.} Validation using the reduced $χ_{red}^{2}$ statistic indicates satisfactory fits for the Hořava-Lifshitz model, while recognizing $Λ$CDM as the preferred model. Extensions of the analysis warrant further investigation.

astro-ph.CO

Diagnostic and Comparative Analysis of Dark Energy Models with $q(z)$ Parametrizations

This manuscript presents a diagnostic analysis of three dark energy models resulting from the parametrization of the deceleration parameter. These models exhibit intriguing features, including late-time acceleration and a cosmological phase transition from early deceleration to late acceleration. The analysis utilizes parametrizations of the deceleration parameter, $q(z)$, and employs Cosmic Chronometers (CC), Type Ia supernovae (SNIa), Gamma Ray Bursts (GRB), Quasar (Q) and Baryon Acoustic Oscillations (BAO) datasets to constrain the models and determine the best-fitting values of the model parameters. Additionally, the evolution of kinematic cosmographic parameters is investigated. The study focuses on discussing the statefinder and Om diagnostic analyses of the considered models, comparing them with the well-established $Λ$CDM and SCDM models. By utilizing information criteria, the viability of the models is examined, assessing their goodness of fit and their ability to explain the observed data. The results provide valuable insights into the behavior and characteristics of the dark energy models. The comparison with the standard models sheds light on the similarities and differences, while the information criteria analysis offers a quantitative assessment of their suitability. This analysis contributes to our understanding of the dynamics and evolution of the universe, furthering our knowledge of dark energy and its role in shaping the cosmos.

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Black hole formation in gravitational collapse and their astrophysical implications

In this work, we have investigated a novel aspect of black hole (BH) formation during the collapse of a self-gravitating configuration. The exact solution of the Einstein field equations is obtained in a model-independent way by considering a parametrization of the expansion scalar ($Θ$) in the background of spherically symmetric space-time geometry governed by the FLRW metric. Smooth matching of the interior solution with the Schwarzschild exterior metric across the boundary hypersurface of the star, together with the condition that the mass function $m(t,r)$ is equal to Schwarzschild mass $M$, is used to obtain all the physical and geometrical parameters in terms of the stellar mass. The four known massive stars namely $R136a3$, $Melnick$, $R136c$, and $R136b$ with their known astrophysical data (mass, radius, and present age) are used to study the physics of the model both numerically and graphically. We demonstrate that the formation of the apparent horizon occurs earlier than the singular state that is, the model of massive stars would inevitably lead to the formation of a BH as their end state. We have conducted an analysis indicating that the lifespans of massive stars are closely related to their respective masses. Our findings demonstrate that more massive stars exhibit considerably shorter lifespans in comparison to their lighter counterparts. Thus, the presented model corresponds to the evolutionary stages of astrophysical stellar objects and theoretically predicts their possible lifespan. We have also shown that our model satisfies the energy conditions and stability requirements via Herrera's cracking method.

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Cosmo-dynamics of dark energy models resulting from a parametrization of $H$ in $f(Q,T)$ gravity

Our objective in this paper is to study the late-time behavior of the universe in a model resulting from a parametrization of the Hubble parameter ($H$) in $f(Q,T)$ gravity. We have considered the flat Friedmann-Lemaitre-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) as the background metric and discussed the model in $f(Q,T)$ gravity, where $Q$ and $T$ are non-metricity and the trace of the energy-momentum tensor respectively. The complicated field equations are solved in a model-independent way by using a simple parametrization of $H$. Some geometrical parameters and physical parameters for the obtained model are calculated, and their cosmic evolution is described through some graphical representation. The physical dynamics of the model are discussed in some detail. Finally, we found the model's validity by checking the energy conditions, kinematic behavior, and the speed of the sound for the obtained models from the parametrization of $H$. The interesting results of the models are compelling to the present scenario of late-time cosmic acceleration.

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Cosmological implications of an interacting model of dark matter \& dark energy

In this paper, we have studied an interacting dark energy model. We have assumed the gravitational interaction between the matter fields i.e. between barotropic fluid and the dark energy. The dark energy evolution within the framework of spatially homogeneous and isotropic Friedmann-Robertson-Walker space-time. Therefore, we examine the cosmic evolution from the perspective of interacting scenario by selecting a suitable ansatz for the scale factor resulting from a parametrization of Hubble parameter. The evolution of the cosmological parameters are discussed in some details in the considered interacting scenario by calculating parameters and quantities such as deceleration parameter, energy density, pressure, equation of state (EoS) etc. Also, we have performed some cosmological tests and analysis in support of our obtained interacting model. Finally, we reconstruct the potential of the scalar field and refute the refined swampland conjecture using the equation of state of dark energy and the relationship between energy density and pressure with the scalar field and potential, and then thoroughly describe the findings.

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The Oscillatory Universe, phantom crossing and the Hubble tension

We investigate the validity of cosmological models with an oscillating scale factor in relation to late-time cosmological observations. We show that these models not only meet the required late time observational constraints but can also alleviate the Hubble tension. As a generic feature of the model, the Hubble parameter increases near the current epoch due to its cyclical nature exhibiting the phantom nature allowing to address the said issue related to late time acceleration.

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Reconstructing cosmic evolution with a density parametrization

The current paper provides a comprehensive examination of a dark energy cosmological model in the classical regime, in which a generic scalar field is regarded as a dark energy source. Einstein's field equations are solved in model independent way i.e. using a scheme of cosmological parametrization. A parametrization of the density parameter as a function of the cosmic scale factor has been investigated in this line. The result is noteworthy because it shows a smooth transition from a decelerating to an accelerating phase in the recent past. The model parameters involved in the functional form of the parametrization approach utilized here were constrained using certain external datasets. The updated Hubble datasets containing 57 datapoints, 1048 points of recently compiled Pantheon datasets, and also the Baryon Acoustic Oscillation (BAO) datasets are used here to determine the best-fitting model parameter values. The expressions of several significant cosmological parameters are represented as a function of redshift `$z$' and illustrated visually for the best fit values of the model parameters to better comprehend cosmic evolution. The obtained model is also compared with the $ΛCDM$ model. Our model has a distinct behavior in future and shown a big crunch type collapse. The best fit values of the model parameters are also used to compute the current values of several physical and geometrical parameters, as well as phase transition redshift. To examine the nature of dark energy, certain cosmological tests and diagnostic analyses are done on the derived model.

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Observational constraints on the massive neutrinos induced late-time cosmic acceleration

We study a scenario based upon a mass-less $λϕ^4$ theory coupled to massive neutrino matter with $Z_2$ symmetry using a conformal coupling, $A(ϕ)=1-αϕ^2/2M_{pl}^2;~α=M^2_{pl}/M^2$ where $M$ is a cut off mass. The chosen coupling generically leads to the spontaneous symmetry breaking at late times such that the field acquires non-zero mass, $m_ϕ=(αΩ_{0ν})^{1/2}H_0 \ll H_0 $ and rolls slowly around the true ground state which emerges after spontaneous symmetry breaking. For the statistical analysis, we utilize Pantheon+Multi-Cycle Treasury and OHD data sets. We find that even a small fraction of the neutrino matter density together with its coupling to the scalar field can actually make our model to behave like a weakly dynamical dark energy and have $Λ$CDM model as a limiting case.

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Cosmological aspects of $f(R,T)$ gravity in a simple model with a parametrization of $q$

In this paper, we have considered a quadratic variation of the deceleration parameter ($q$) as a function of cosmic time ($t$) which describes a smooth transition from the decelerating phase of the Universe to an accelerating one and also show some distinctive feature from the standard model. The logical move of this article is against the behavior of the future Universe, \textit{i.e.} whether the Universe expands forever or ends with a Big Rip, and we observe that the outcome of the considered parametrization comes in favor of Big Rip future of the Universe. The whole set up of the parametrization and solution is taken in $f(R,T)$ theory of gravity for a spatially flat Friedmann-Lema\^ıtre-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) geometry. Furthermore, we have considered the functional form of $f(R,T)$ function as $% f(R)+f(T)$, where a quadratic correction of the geometric term $R$ is adopted as the function $f(R)$, and a linear matter term $f(T)$. We have investigated some features of the model by examining the behavior of physical parameters. Our primary goal here is to discuss the physical dynamics of the model in $f(R,T)$ gravity. We have found, the EoS parameter also has the same singularity as that of the Hubble parameter \textit{i.e.} at the initial phase and at the Big Rip. The EoS parameter is explored in some detail for our choice of $f(R,T)$ function considered here. Different cases for $f(R,T)$ functional form for different values of the coupling parameters are discussed, and the evolution of the physical parameters is shown graphically.

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