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Fwd: ONOS
by Francis Jayakanth 16 Dec '24

16 Dec '24

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: M S Sridhar <mirlesridhar(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Dec 11, 2024 at 11:28 AM Subject: ONOS ONOS Press meet The Government of India has approved ‘One nation one subscription’ and had a press meet to justify the scheme. Watched the video of the press meet on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/OwPhBngJkgk?si=QQXh9zMHXN1XHLsp). The first impression is that knowingly thousands of crores are going to be wasted. 1. It is well established that an average researcher/ scientist regularly uses/ reads 5-15 journals. In case of interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary research, a specialist collaborates with other specialists and not himself tries to become a specialist in other disciplines. 2. In the existing consortia model (about a dozen in the country) large parts of thousands of journals have remained unused by the majority. Yet publishers got benefit and substantially increased their profit margin. It is important to note that publishers never allowed for the ‘pay per use’ model, which is the most rational and economical method of incurring cost for online journals. Thus providing access to all journals to all users is a waste and providing access is wrongly equated with ‘use’. 3. Now ONOS is increasing access from 8079 Journals to 13400 Journals and thereby increasing more unused journals by enabling publishers to further increase their profit margins. 4. ONOS is also increasing the reach, that is, providing access to 6380 institutions from the existing 2360 and to 177.82 lakh users from the existing 56.7 lakh. Have they ascertained the requirements of these additional institutions and individuals? Trying to provide access to disinterested institutions and users by doubling the cost from 1000 crores to 2000 crores per year is a criminal waste of taxpayer’s money. 5. Without ascertaining the present expenditure on APC, allocating meagre 150 crores per year (almost one-third of this budget is being spent by a single major institution) will not serve the purpose of promoting Open Access. This country needs at least another 1000 crores per year towards APC. If 1000 crores is allocated for APC, the total expenditure is going to be tripled. If APC budget is not increased, selected institutions and individuals of influence will get APC grants that to for so called undefined “selected good quality open access journals” without any justice to the majority. In nutshell, what was running in a decentralised way according to the local requirements at Rs.1000 crores per annum is centralised at a cost of Rs. 2000 to 3000 crores per annum with three year locking period of assured subscription to publishers. M S Sridhar —————

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Forthcoming Events of IEEE/IEEE CS, CSI, ACM, ORSI & HCC in Dec 2024
by Mohan Hr 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

*Forthcoming Events of IEEE/IEEE CS, CSI, ACM, ORSI & HCC in Dec 2024* *16-21 Dec 2024. FDP on SDGs. Hybrid Mode* IEEE Professional Communication Society (PCS), Madras, IEEE Computer Society (CS), Madras & SA Engineering College, Chennai present a one week FDP in Hybrid Mode Topic: Integrating SDGs into Business and Engineering: Leveraging Professional Communication for Global Impact Date & Time: 16th to 21st December 2024 from 9.00 am to 3.30 pm Venue - Physical: SA Engg College, Avadi Road, Chennai Venue - Online: Link will be shared on 15th Dec Registration Fee: Rs. 250/- for IEEE Members & Participants from the Host Institution Rs. 500/- for Others Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gg5Kcvpj Last Date to Register: 13th Dec 2024 Brochure Link: https://lnkd.in/gYE32CFc Contact for any Queries: Mr. A. Saravanan A - 9840437695 Mrs. Kalaiselvi R - 9790863880 *16-21 Dec 2024. FDP on Industry 5.0: Empowering Sustainable Goals. In-person Mode* IEEE Madras Section & SA Engineering College, Chennai present a one week in-person mode FDP Topic: Industry 5.0: Empowering Sustainable Goals Date & Time: 16th to 21st December 2024 from 9.00 am to 3.30 pm Venue: SA Engg College, Avadi Road, Chennai Registration Fee: Rs. 300/- for IEEE Members & Participants from the Host Institution Rs. 600/- for Others Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gUc8Rd93 Last Date to Register: 13th Dec 2024 Brochure Link: https://lnkd.in/gfdG4h-d Contact for any Queries: Mrs. D. Chithra-9840938233 Mrs. T. Veena- 8610946335 *18th Dec 2024 at 5 pm IST. In-person event * Operational Research Society of India (ORSI) Chennai Chapter, IEEE Computer Society, Madras Chapter, and Computer Society of India, Chennai Chapter cordially invit you to the in-person event 10th Prof. T.R. Natesan Endowment Lecture on "Machine Learning and Auction Design" Speaker: Dr. Sujit Prakash Gujar, Associate Professor & Faculty Chair at the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIITH) Date & Time: 18th Dec 2024 :: 5.00 pm onwards Venue: University Library, Anna University, Guindy, Chennai 25 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/Guindy,+Chennai+25?entry=gmail&source=g> . Program: 5.00 pm -- Tea :: 5.30 pm -- Lecture The event is free to participate but registration is mandatory by 16th Dec 2024 Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScu1dVD3RCnwNuKpIUNGLEfU6ggyOQRGFG… For queries, feel free to contact at +91 8883222886 *28th Dec 2024 at 6.30 pm IST. Webinar * CSI Chennai, IEEE CS Madras, ACM Chennai & HCC cordially invite you to the webinar Topic: Productivity & Mental Wellness in the Workplace (Includes: Ikigai, Positive Psychology and The Ekzercado Method) Speaker: Mr Anand Manikutty, Director, Qwykr Technologies, USA Date: Saturday, 28th Dec 2024 :: Time: 6.30 pm to 7.45 pm IST PDF invite at https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness-invite Register by 27th Dec evening to get the webinar joining link using https://bit.ly/web-241228-mental-wellness

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Important Announcement: Extended Deadline for Paper Submissions to The Global Library Summit (GLS)-2025.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Important Announcement: Extended Deadline for Paper Submissions to The Global Library Summit (GLS)-2025. Dear Friends, Please note the extension of time for submission of papers for the Global Library Summit-2025 as under. Please submit your manuscripts to the editorial team through the Summit Website: https://gls25.org/ Important Dates: => Paper submissions: December 25th, 2024, 23:59 PT => Supplementary material: December 30th, 2024, 23:59 => PT Reviews and Decisions to authors: January 5th, 2025 => Rebuttal and Revision submission: January 10th, 2025, 23:59 PT => Final Decisions released to authors: January 15th, 2025. Dr. P.V. Konnur President, LIS Academy, Bangalore. Note: Forwarded as received.

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Filling up one post of Library and Information Assistant (LIA) in CACP in Level-6 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 34500-112400) on deputation (including short term contract)/Absorption basis @ Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Filling up one post of Library and Information Assistant (LIA) in CACP in Level-6 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 34500-112400) on deputation (including short term contract)/Absorption basis @ Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Source: https://cacp.da.gov.in/KeyBullets.aspx?pid=88 For more details: https://cacp.da.gov.in/ViewQuestionare.aspx?Input=2&DocId=1&PageId=88&KeyId…

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Walk-in-Interview (Date: 02 January 2025) for the Position of Library Professional Trainee (purely temporary) @ The Central Library of National Institute of Technology Delhi, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Walk-in-Interview (Date: 02 January 2025) for the Position of Library Professional Trainee (purely temporary) @ The Central Library of National Institute of Technology Delhi, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036. Source: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/ For more details: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Advt-NITD_Library-Profess… Apply: https://nitdelhi.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Application-Form-For-Libr…

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Central University of Gujarat (CUG), Gandhinagar, Gujarat invites online applications in the prescribed format from eligible Indian nationals for appointment by direct recruitment for the Librarian, Assistant Librarian (Group-A) Non-teaching and Other Academic posts.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Central University of Gujarat (CUG), Gandhinagar, Gujarat invites online applications in the prescribed format from eligible Indian nationals for appointment by direct recruitment for the Librarian, Assistant Librarian (Group-A) Non-teaching and Other Academic posts. Source: https://www.cug.ac.in/career.php For more details: https://www.cug.ac.in/pdf/202412100624590e28f59e03.pdf Last date of Online Application 09/01/2025 Up to 5:30 p.m. Apply: https://cugnt.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login

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Online applications are invited on the prescribed format, from the eligible candidates for appointment to the Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, and Library Assistant posts on regular basis @ Central University of Haryana, Jaat, Haryana.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Online applications are invited on the prescribed format, from the eligible candidates for appointment to the Assistant Librarian, Professional Assistant, and Library Assistant posts on regular basis @ Central University of Haryana, Jaat, Haryana. Source: https://www.cuh.ac.in/nonteaching.aspx For more details: https://www.cuh.ac.in/admin/uploads/files/004-NT-R-2024%20Final%20Detailed%… https://www.cuh.ac.in/admin/uploads/files/ADDENDUM-I482.pdf The last date for submission of the online applications, is 28-12-2024. Apply: https://cuhnt.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login

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Library Intern @ Ashoka University, Sonepat Haryana
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Library Intern @ Ashoka University, Sonepat Haryana Source: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/job-openings-research-assistants-research-associa… For more details: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/JD-For-Library-Interns… Last date for submitting Application 15/12/2025.

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Invitation to Join IJLSIM India's No. 1 LIS professionals WhatsApp Group-Reg.
by Pramanathan U 12 Dec '24

12 Dec '24

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings of the day...! It is our great pleasure, privilege, and honor to invite you to join our IJLSIM WhatsApp group—India's No. 1 WhatsApp community for LIS professionals. Currently, we manage 10 such groups, all of which are set to admin-only messaging to maintain a focused and professional environment. => Established on: 09/10/2015 => Membership Strength: Over 9,645 LIS professionals across India => Group Structure / Network: 10 dedicated and active WhatsApp groups Membership Includes: => Professionals from Central and State Universities, Central Institutes, Government and Government-Aided Institutions, Private Colleges, Deemed Universities, Schools, and the IT Sector. => Members from all major Library and Information Science (LIS) associations across India. Key Features: Comprehensive Coverage: => Job Opportunities Updates: 100% focused on LIS job vacancies. => Event Notifications: Timely updates on LIS events and information sharing. => Reliable Sources: All Information is thoroughly verified and authenticated. => Secure and Admin-Controlled: A strictly moderated environment, professionally managed by dedicated administrator and co-admins to ensure security and smooth operations. => Claim to Fame: India’s No. 1 WhatsApp group for LIS professionals, fostering a connected and informed LIS community. => New members can use this link to join: https://chat.whatsapp.com/D4d8nAsIwpR5nzHbD7OOR2 Note: Existing/Current members of our IJLSIM WhatsApp group do not need to join the alternative groups, as all essential updates and information will continue to be shared within this group. Looking forward to your acceptance. Warm regards, Dr. U. Pramanathan, Founder Admin-IJLSIM WhatsApp Groups.

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Global Library Summit, 2025 - Call for papers
by Shamprasad Pujar 09 Dec '24

09 Dec '24

Dear Members, Global Library Summit, 2025 organized by South Asian University, New Delhi in association with LIS Academy, Bengaluru is scheduled to be held at New Delhi between February 5 and 7, 2025. The conference is inviting papers from LIS professionals. You are requested to go through the details and contribute a paper for the conference. You may find more details @ https://gls25.org/callforpapers.html Please note, it is going to be held during the period of New Delhi Book Fair, 2025, which will be an additional opportunity to contribute/attend the event. Thanks and Regards, Dr Shamprasad M. Pujar Chief Librarian Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research Gen Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (East) MUMBAI-400 065, India Phone: ++91-22-6909 6528 E-mail: pujar(a)igidr.ac.in

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