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Call for papers and participation in the National Seminar on Development and Trends in Social Sciences Research and Information Sources, 11 March 2016 at Punjabi University, Patiala
by Trishanjit Kaur 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

The Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala is organizing an ICSSR-sponsored National Seminar on Development and Trends in Social Sciences Research and Information Sources on 11 March 2016. Call for papers: Papers are invited on the sub-themes indicated below. These sub-themes are indicative only. Papers on any other sub-theme relevant to the theme of the seminar are also welcome. Papers not exceeding 3000 words should be sent by 8 March 2016 to hpskalra(a)gmail.com. For references, use the APA Style. Theme of the seminar: Development and Trends in Social Sciences Research and Information Sources Sub-themes of the seminar are: · Growth and Development of Social Sciences and their information sources, particularly of Economics, History, Sociology, and Political Science · Research Trends in Social Sciences · Social Sciences Information Sources especially from India · The Internet-based Resources and Services in Social Sciences · Social Science Information Systems · Networked and Distributed Databases in Social Sciences · Use of Social Sciences Literature (print and online) · Role of national and international institutions, organizations, and associations in promoting social sciences information. Registration fee: Rs. 500. For students: Rs. 300. Payable by cash at the Registration Desk at the venue of the Seminar. A certificate of participation would be issued to all registered participants. Registration fee covers working lunch, and session tea only, and does not cover accommodation. For further details contact: Dr. H.P.S. Kalra, Seminar Director at 0175-3046179, and 3046180 or hpskalra(a)gmail.com -- *Dr. Trishanjit Kaur* Professor & Head Department of Library and Information Science & Dean, Faculty of Education and Information Science Punjabi University, Patiala-147 002(Panjab) INDIA Tel: 0175-3046179(Work)+9855187461(Cell) Fax: 0175-2283073 +91-175-2286682 Email: trishanjit.kaur(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Google is giving away 2GB data free on Drive till 11th Feb 2016: Here’s how to get it
by Mohan Hr 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Google has rolled out a set of guidelines and several new features to stay secure online as a part of Safer Internet Day. It is also offering 2GB worth of Google Drive Storage for those who complete security check-up by February 11. Users can take a Security Check-up to manage their Google Account’s security settings by a two-step verification system. The two-step verification requires users to sign in their accounts using a 6-digit code that is sent to their smartphones. This enables users to add a layer of security that prevents phishing even if their passsword is stolen. Read the post at http://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/safer-inte… With regards HR Mohan IITM 1976 BTME Chair, IEEE CS & PCS and IPP, CSI http://hrm-infoforuse.blogspot.in http://infoforuse.blogspot.in https://www.facebook.com/mohan.hr.524 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles to Read -- 2016-02-09
by Mohan Hr 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear all, You may find these articles interesting The economics of the MGNREGS Digital Empowerment Foundation founder Osama Manzar on what he would do with a billion dollars Differential data pricing: All you need to know Schooling without learning The ABC of a great LOR Topping Up Skill India: An App To Help Skilled Youth Find Jobs The World Wide Mind Siachen Tragedy: The Trauma Is Real, But It’s Vital To Our Interests Think Indian When You Kiss Boosting Innovation: Murthy’s Idea Of Funding Indian PhDs In US Is A Non-Starter Read them at http://goo.gl/d9Cx37 Your feedback is welcome You can access the archives of the date wise postings of "Articles to Read" at http://goo.gl/K5F9z7 With regards HR Mohan IITM 1976 BTME Chair, IEEE CS & PCS and IPP, CSI http://hrm-infoforuse.blogspot.in http://infoforuse.blogspot.in https://www.facebook.com/mohan.hr.524 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Help us reach out to editorial societies, academicians, editors, authors and research scholars in your university/institute
by Segon, Shafina 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

The Taylor & Francis Editorial Journals Roundtable 2016 Help us reach out to editorial societies, academicians, editors, authors and research scholars in your university/institute Dear Library Professional, Thank you for always being so kind towards your association with the Taylor & Francis Group. Since you have access to the faculty, I am writing to you with a request to forward the following information to your contacts so that they can benefit from this event. We are holding two editorial roundtables in Bangalore & Hyderabad on 8th and 9th March respectively. The venues for both are listed below: - 8 March 2016 at Le Meridian, Bangalore - 9 March 2016 at Vivanta by Taj Begumpet, Hyderabad ** Please note that this is NOT a library event. I would request you to please pass this information to any editors, societies, Research scholars and academics in your circles in Bangalore or Hyderabad who would be interested. This will be a half day event, ending with lunch. We have the international Journals team visiting for the roundtable. The Taylor & Francis Editorial Roundtable 2016 The Editorial roundtables are a forum for Editors, Societies and academics to discuss the latest advances in the fast-changing world of international academic journals publishing. As Indian authors increasingly access journals online, and globally the number of online-only and hybrid access journals increases massively, the factors that constitute quality and originality, that make articles discoverable, open access, metrics and peer review need to be examined and understood by Editors and authors alike. Along with presentations, the forum will include discussions on various topics that will make journal publishing more productive and satisfying for journal authors, referees and Editors. Could you please get them to send in their confirmations to shafina.segon(a)tandfindia.com<mailto:shafina.segon@tandfindia.com> Thank you for your support, Shafina Segon Head Marketing Journals & Online Resources [T&F Group Informa] -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application are invited for the post of Principal Library and Information Officer in Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie
by Subhodip Bid 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Principal Library and Information Officer in *Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie* *Educational Qualification:* (i)Master's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. (ii) Master's Degree in Library Science of a recognized university/Institute or equivalent. *Experience:* 12 years experience in a Library of standing e.g. National Library/Library of a University or Government College or Govt .. aided College or institution of National Importance e.g. National Archives, State Archives, Sahitya Academy, etc. *Pay Scale:* *INR* (PB-4) Rs.37400-67000 plus Grade Pay Rs.8700/- *Age Limit:* 56 years. For more details http://www.lbsnaa.gov.in/admin/webroot/upload/announcements/Announcement-66… -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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E-Licensing - a talk by Chris C.P.Kluiters
by Meera B. M. 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear Professional friends, Electronic Information Resources has become a part and parcel of most of the libraries since last two decades. We constantly look for opportunities to upgrade our knowledge with respect to negotiation, access, creating portals or licensing of e-resources. An event mentioned below gives this opportunity. We invite you all to attend the following lecture Organized by NCSI-Net Foundation, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA), Raman Research Institute and Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science Title of the talk From Reading Room Access to Text and Data-mining: A Journey of e-Journal Licensing to Organizations. Speaker Chris C.P.Kluiters Venue Lecture Hall, Raman Research Institute, CV Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru - 560 080 Date & Time: Friday, February 12th, 2016 at 4.15 p.m. Please send RSVP to meera(a)rri.res.in Looking forward to meet you all With Best regards Meera -- Dr B M Meera Librarian Raman Research Institute C V Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar P O Bangalore 560 080 Ph: 09480836045

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Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade –II in Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal
by Subhodip Bid 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade –II in Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal Pay Band: –Rs.9,000-28,300/, with GP Rs.4400/- Qualification: Bachelor Degree followed by Diploma/Degree in Library Science. Number of Post: 08 [( SC:2, ST:2, UR:2, Differntly Abled:1, OBC(B):1] Age: 18-40 years (Age relaxation as per norms, for SC/ST and OBC candidates 5 and 3 years respectively ) For more details http://www.jaduniv.edu.in/upload_files/scroll_info/1454919062.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application are invited for the post of Librarian, Deputy librarian and Assistant Librarian, in Tripura University (A Central University), Suryamaninagar, Tripura
by Subhodip Bid 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Librarian, Deputy librarian and Assistant Librarian, in Tripura University (A Central University), Suryamaninagar, Tripura No. of Post and Pay Band: Librarian (UR: 1) : Rs.37400-67000 with AGP of Rs.10000. Deputy Librarian (UR: 1) : Rs.15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.8000. Assistant Librarian (OBC (PWD): 1) : Rs.15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.6000. For more details http://www.tripurauniv.in/images/universitymedia/EmploymentNotification/app… -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade –II in University of Burdwan, West Bengal
by Subhodip Bid 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade –II in University of Burdwan, West Bengal Pay Band: –Rs.9,000-28,300/, with GP Rs.4400/- Qualification: Graduate in any stream with degree in Library Science Number of Post: 08 [( SC:1, *SC:1, UR:3, UR*:1, ST:1, OBC(A):1] Age: Not above 40 years as on 09/02/2016 , relaxation of age for reserved categories will be applicable as per Government of West Bengal rules. For more details http://www.buruniv.ac.in/Notices/REG_2016073_NOT_WEBPAGE.pdf -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Library & Information Assistant National Library, Kolkata -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Koha Conclave: Wish List and Customisation Presenters
by Ishwar Goudar 09 Feb '16

09 Feb '16

Dear Professional Friends, The organisers of the National Koha Conclave (17-18 Feb 2016) have received an overwhelming response especially from LIS community including Practicing Librarians, LIS Teachers and Students. I thank all those who have already registered and invite others to rush their registrations. All are welcome to send their wish list for Koha customisation in the context of Indian Libraries of different types to me, if wish list is brief. I will consolidate and read them in the session concerned. However there is also a provision to make a presentation for about 5 minutes by participants on: 1. Wish List for Customisation of Koha 2. Csae study presentation of Customisation done by individual libraries I request you to send brief note of about a page on the the wish list /customisation case, enabling us to select 4-5 cases for each of the above mentioned topics/slots. Those who are planning to make a presentations can use a maximum of 3-4 ppt slides each. Please avoid presenting details about your institution, your library history, etc. Please get into the wish list or customisation case study directly after the first slide with your name, designation, institute, etc. This will enable us to have a thorough and useful discussion. Intimations will be sent for selected cases. Program Details: National KOHA Conclave - A Two Day Event. (An opportunity of meeting and listening to Mr. Chris Cormack original developer of Koha) Organiser: Informatics India Pvt. Ltd, Bangalore Dates: 17th-18th Feb 2016 Venue: Fortune Park JP Celestial, Bengaluru ( http://www.fortunehotels.in/hotel/Bengaluru-Fortune_Park_JP_Celestial.aspx) <http://www.fortunehotels.in/hotel/Bengaluru-Fortune_Park_JP_Celestial.aspx> Conclave Website: www.informaticsglobal.com/kohameet Target Audience: LIS Professionals, Teachers, Digital Librarians, Library Administrators, etc HIGHLIGHTS (Plenaries, Workshop, Panel and Case Studies): - Half day Advanced Workshop on KOHA by Chris Cormack - KOHA, the Road Ahead: A Global View by Chris Cormack - Eminent speakers from Indian Library Landscape - High quality and successful KOHA Implementation case studies - KOHA Wish List and Customisation instances - Road ahead for KOHA in Indian Context - Koha as a Collaborative Platform for Indian Libraries - Panel - Data Migration Issues - Cloud hosting of KOHA and other LIS Applications KOHA in India: - More than 1000 installations, popularity and adoption at faster rate - Most of the Universities in Karnataka either adopted or decided to go for it. - Supreme Court has instructed all HCs to implement KOHA in their Libraries - CSIR has adopted KOHA for its Union Catalogue of KRCs, a part of KNOWGATE Project - ICAR has setup AGRICAT using KOHA - Delhi Public Library and many in Kerala and West Bengal have adopted KOHA - British Council Libraries have switched over to KOHA - Hundreds of University and College Libraries are seriously thinking of switching over to KOHA and are in the process of finding solution for Data Migration. Many libraries have already done so both from other Commercial and OSS Please mark your calendar and block your dates for this event. For details and to register your participation visit: www.informaticsglobal.com/kohameet Regards, Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Program Director, National Koha Conclave "Access E-Resources for Academic and Research Excellence" *- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -* Dr. I.R.N. Goudar - Adjunct Professor, Mangalore University - Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser Bangalore University Library, BANGALORE - 560056 - Ex. Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser, UoM, Mysore - Ex. Scientist 'G' and Head, ICAST, NAL, Bangalore - Ex. Dy Librarian, IITM, Chennai - Ex. Scientist (Information), IICT, Hyderabad - Fulbright Scholar, Univ. of Michigan and Columbia Univ, USA (1995-96) - British Council Scholar (1982-83) E-mail: goudarishwar(a)gmail.com Tel: 080-23215510 Mob: 91+9611165781 (If not reachable pl try land line) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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