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India introduces net neutrality rules barring Facebook's free Internet
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 08 Feb '16

08 Feb '16

India introduces net neutrality rules barring Facebook's free InternetBy Sankalp Phartiyal and Himank Sharma | Reuters –Motorists ride past a billboard displaying Facebook's Free Basics initiative in Mumbai, India, December 30, 2015.Motorists ride past a billboard displaying Facebook's Free Basics initiative in Mumbai, India, December 30, 2015. REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui/FilesNEW DELHI/MUMBAI (Reuters) - India introduced rules on Monday to prevent Internet service providers from having different pricing policies for accessing different parts of the Web, in a setback to Facebook Inc's plan to roll out a pared-back free Internet service to the masses.The new rules came after a two-month long consultation process that saw Facebook launching a big advertisement campaign in support of its Free Basics programme, which runs in more than 35 developing countries. The programme offers pared-down Internet services on mobile phones, along with access to the company's own social network and messaging services, without charge.The service, earlier known as internet.org, has also run into trouble in other countries that have accused Facebook of infringing the principle of net neutrality - the concept that all websites and data on the Internet are treated equally.Critics and Internet activists argue that allowing access to a select few apps and Web services for free would put small content providers and start-ups that don't participate at a disadvantage."While disappointed with the outcome, we will continue our efforts to eliminate barriers and give the unconnected an easier path to the Internet and the opportunities it brings," Facebook said in an emailed statement. On Monday, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), which had suspended the free Facebook service pending a policy decision, said Internet service providers would not be allowed to discriminate on pricing for different Web services."Essentially everything on the Internet is agnostic in the sense that it cannot be priced differently," TRAI chairman Ram Sevak Sharma said at a news conference.Although the new rules will also have implications for plans by Indian telecom operators to make money from rapidly surging Web traffic through differential pricing, Facebook's campaign turned the spotlight on the social networking giant.Free Basics is part Facebook's ambition to expand in its largest market outside the United States. Only 252 million out of India's 1.3 billion people have Internet access."We are delighted by the regulator's recognition of the irreversible damage that stands to be done to the open Internet by allowing differential pricing," said Mishi Choudhary, a New York-based lawyer who led an online campaign against Facebook.Facebook shares were down 2.7 percent at $101.30 in early trading on the Nasdaq amid broad weakness in U.S. markets. Prof. N.LAXMAN RAO, President, Telangana Library Association Member, Advisory Board, National Library, KolkataUGC-Emeritus Fellow (2009-11) Professor in Library and Information Science, Osmania University, Hyderabad (super-annuated). Formerly Director, UGC-Academic Staff College (2006-8). Formerly President of Indian Association of Teachers in Library and Information Science (IATLIS) and Association of British Scholars (AP Chapter) .

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National Debate Competition - Invite & Announcement
by Sunil MV 08 Feb '16

08 Feb '16

Dear Professional Friends, Greetings from SDMIMD Mysuru! On behalf of Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD) and Rotary Mysore Mid Town, we are pleased inform about the Y. Bhagavan Memorial National Level English Debate Competition on Saturday, February 27th, 2016 and Sunday, February 28th, 2016 at SDMIMD, Mysore. Along with the prestigious trophy, Rs. 75,000/- in cash prizes are to be won. The event would witness fierce competition with students representing the top Institutions from various states of India. We request all librarian friends to share this information with your student community for active participation. More information is available in the Debate webpage. Link: http://sdmimd.ac.in/debate/index.html With regards, Dr. Sunil M.V. Librarian Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD) No. 1, Chamundi Hill Main Road, Siddharthanagar Post, Mysore - 570 011, INDIA Mobile: 99864 39832 | Telephone: 0821-2429722 Extn: 3006 * Please consider your environmental responsibility before printing this e-mail* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Bits and Bytes Special Lecture Series: E-journal Licensing- reminder
by Shivaram Gowda 08 Feb '16

08 Feb '16

Dear Members, You are cordially invited to attend the following lecture organized by NCSI-Net Foundation, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA), RRI and SRELS. Title: From Reading Room Access to Text and Data-mining: A Journey of e-Journal Licensing to Organizations. SPEAKER: Chris C.P.Kluiters PLACE: Lecture Hall, Raman Research Institute, CV Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru - 560 080 DATE & TIME: Friday, February 12th, 2016 at 4.15 p.m. About Speaker: Chris Kluiters started his career at Elsevier. From various roles in marketing hebecame responsible for the commercial licensing in Europe of Elsevier's e-journals to academic and corporate libraries. The first licenses to organisations such as Tilburg University, The Dutch National Library, The British Library, British Telecom and ICI (now AstraZeneca) were agreements where different elements and clauses need Elsevier Asia-Pacific offices from Singapore, rolling out the ScienceDirect licenses. Upon return to The Netherlands he was managing director for EMBASE and had operational responsibility for building SCOPUS. The last eight years he has worked with Springer, now SpringerNature. He was responsible for the e-products licensing to corporate and health libraries around the world. He participated in various working groups with the Pharmaceutical industry on licensing for Tekst- and Datamining. with warm regards Shivaram BS Treasurer, KALA -- 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 in Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET), Imphal
by Subhodip Bid 08 Feb '16

08 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Librarian in *Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET), Imphal* *Educational Qualification:* Graduate/Post Graduate in Library Science (or) Graduate with Post Graduate Diploma in Library Science with Typing/PC Operation and minimum 3 years experience in the relevant field. *Experience:* Should be conversant with classification systems like DDC or UDC Knowledge of Library Software like NewGenlib or Koha Knowledge of Digital Library Software like Greenstone or DSpace Must have the zeal to learn the latest technologies and apply the same to the existing activities of the library Conversant with usage of computers Should independently handle the entire library activities of an institute *Pay Scale:* *INR* Rs.5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs.2400//- *Age Limit:* 28 years. For more details http://cipet.gov.in/job.html http://cipet.gov.in/opportunities/102/advertisement.jpg -- 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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Article requested.
by Binod Yadav 07 Feb '16

07 Feb '16

Dear Professionals, Please provide the full text of given article. *Details.* *A systematic method for search term selection in systematic reviews.* Thompson J <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Thompson%20J%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=t…> 1, Davis J <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Davis%20J%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=true…> 1, Mazerolle L <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Mazerolle%20L%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=…> 1. *Research Synthesis Methods* <http://www.interscience.wiley.com/jpages/1759-2879> 2014 Jun;5(2):87-97 Looking forward to your cooperation -- Binod Kumar Yadav Senior Librarian B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences Dharan, Nepal Phone: +97725525555 Mobile:+977-9804060641 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inaguration of Mysore University Library Conference
by chandrashekara m 07 Feb '16

07 Feb '16

Dear Professionals, NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES FOR ALL: REACHING THE UNREACHED IN THE DIGITAL ERA. 11-12 FEBRUARY 2016 Organised By Mysore University Library and Karnataka State SC/ST Library Professionals' Association Inaugural Function Prof.M.R.Doreswamy Chancellor PES University, Bengaluru will inaugurate Dr.Satish Kumar Hosamani Director, Dept. of Public Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka, Bengaluru will release the conference volume Prof. T.D.Kemparaju Registrar Mangalore University will deliver the key-note address Prof. K.S. Rangappa Vice-Chancellor University of Mysore will preside All the LIS professionals are solicited to attend the programme. Date: 11th February 2016 Time: 10.30 AM Venue: Rani Bahadur Auditorium, University of Mysore,Manasagangotri, Mysuru - 570006 Further details Contact: Dr. C.P. Ramasesh Organising Secretary Mysore University Library, Mysuru - 570006 & Dr. Ganapathi Z. Shinde President Karnataka State SC/ST Library Professionals' Association Regards, Dr. Chandrashekara M. Professor & Chairman Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Manasagangtori Mysuru - 570 006 Off. Ph: (0821) 2419398 / 9448600970

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Articles to Read -- 2016-02-07
by Mohan Hr 07 Feb '16

07 Feb '16

Dear all, You may find these articles interesting 13 things top startup CEOs do better than everyone else Here are some bizarre futuristic technologies that we can expect by 2030 Goodbye annual appraisals, IBM embraces 'Checkpoint' rating system Gene editing can now be performed in the UK – what you need to know The secret to staying young? Scientists boost lifespan of mice by deleting defective cells Digital intuition Google AI algorithm masters ancient game of Go India needs home-grown GM food to stop starvation The Dalet Newsroom: The Convergence of Television, Radio and Web News Production Do we really have to wash fruit and vegetables? Read them at http://goo.gl/0LI51G Your feedback is welcome You can access the date wise archives of "Articles to Read" posted in Feb 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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Two- day Librarian Development Programme (LDP) "Elements of Effective librarianship " from 8-9 April 2016 at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan
by girish kunkur 07 Feb '16

07 Feb '16

Dear Professional Colleagues, The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani in association with Management Libraries Network (MANLIBNET) is pleased to announce a Two- Day Librarian Development Programme (LDP) "Elements of Effective Librarianship" from 8-9 April 2016 at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan. The main objective of this workshop is to equip librarians with: 1. New skills on content development that are crucial for providing the need based library services to the users. 2. Desired techniques so that they can develop the customer centric library services. 3. Marketing and promotional acumen for effective delivery of Library services. 4. Insights to develop the team to make library as a vibrant place. THE REGISTRATION FEE: Rs. 2000/- (Rupees Two Thousand Only) ACCOMMODATION: Rs. 1000/-per day on a shareable basis at Institute's guest house between the two occupants i.e. Rs. 500/-per day, per head. LAST DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 15th March 2016 FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT: http://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/ldp2016 We solicit your active participation in this workshop. REGISTRATION CONTACT: Giridhar Kunkur Librarian and Chief, Publications and Media Relations Unit e-mail: giridhar.kunkur(a)pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in<mailto:giridhar.kunkur@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in> Phone: 01596-515241 (O) Mob: 09414082759 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Call for nominations for the Infoshare membership award
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 06 Feb '16

06 Feb '16

From: Anindita Paul <aninditapaul(a)gmail.com> >Date: February 2, 2016 at 8:52:58 PM GMT+3 >To: asis-l(a)asis.org >Subject: [Asis-l] Call for nominations for the Infoshare membership award > > *** Please excuse cross posting *** >Dear Colleagues, >The ASIS&T International Information Issues Special Interest Group (SIG-III) is pleased to announce that for 2016 we will be able to sponsor another group of deserving information professionals from developing countries for complimentary ASIS&T memberships (the financial burden of which would otherwise be prohibitive). We are soliciting nominations of candidates for the InfoShare Membership Award. The award will be given to LIS professionals. >Please include a one-page curriculum vitae and a one-page description of why this person is deserving of membership, including their willingness to promote ASIS&T within their networks and build relationships between ASIS&T and the national/regional organizations. Awardees will be decided by a vote of the SIG-III officers. All curricula vitae will be kept private, accessible only to SIG-III officers. >Each membership award will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year if the new member proves to be a strong advocate for ASIS&T in their home country during the course of the year. Awardees will be asked to submit a report on their activities by next year's Annual Meeting, which may include, but are not limited to: >a. sharing ASIS&T publications that they receive (the Bulletin of ASIS&T and JASIS&T) with other colleagues >b. promoting the SIG-III paper contest among their colleagues >c. serving as a contact/coordinator for ASIS&T members traveling to their area who may be able to speak about ASIS&T and information science >d. having the ability to strengthen the relationships between ASIS&T and the national/regional organizations, and >e. sponsoring lectures on information science topics in their area on behalf of ASIS&T >Nominators can mentor the award recipients for the above activities. >We look forward to welcoming new members to ASIS&T from across the globe, especially from countries that have never been ASIS&T members or have limited ASIS&T membership. Women, minority, and candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. >Please feel free to circulate the Call in your professional networks (e.g., your alma mater listservs, professional contacts at IFLA, OCLC, international organizations, practitioner groups, academic institutions, etc.). Please send your nominations of deserving candidates to Anindita Paul (aninditapaul(a)gmail.com) or Krystyna Matusiak (krystyna.matusiak(a)du.edu) . >The deadline for submitting nominations is - March 1, 2016. > >Thank you! >Anindita Paul >Krystyna Matusiak > > >------------------------------------------ >Anindita Paul, Ph.D.Assistant Professor >IT & Systems >Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode >Kozhikode, India - 673570 >Tel: +91 495 2809122 >website : http://iimk.ac.in/faculty/facultyprofile.php?pid=apaul > > >Sent from my iPad ASIS&T 2016 Annual Meeting >Copenhagen, Denmark | Oct. 14-18, 2016 > >Creating Knowledge, Enhancing Lives through Information & Technology > >________________________________________ > >International Information Issues (III) | ASIS&T > > >International Information Issues (III) | ASIS&T >The purposes of SIG/III are a) to promote better awareness among ASIS&T members and information professionals of the importance of international >View on www.asist.org Preview by Yahoo > > >

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Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade-II in the University of Calcutta, Kolkata
by Subhodip Bid 06 Feb '16

06 Feb '16

Dear Professional Application are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian Grade-II in the University of Calcutta, Kolkata Name of Post: Assistant Librarian Grade-II Pay Scales : Rs.9000-28300 (Pay Band 3) with Grade Pay of Rs 4,400 plus allowances as per University rules. Essential Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Library Science/Library and Information Science from a recognised University/ Institution with Knowledge of handling library softwares. For more details *http://www.caluniv.ac.in/news/assistant_librarian_GRD_II.pdf <http://www.caluniv.ac.in/news/assistant_librarian_GRD_II.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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