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Libraries as Transparency Institutions: IFLA Transparency Manifesto Workshop inaugurated at Punjabi University, Patiala (India).
by khushpreet singh 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear Professionals Libraries as Transparency Institutions: IFLA Transparency Manifesto Workshop" inaugurated at Punjabi University, Patiala *Message from Ms. Ellen R. Tise for the Workshop * Good Morning Ladies and Gentlemen, On behalf of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), I would like to convey my best wishes for a successful workshop. The theme of the workshop “Libraries as transparency institutions” has not been as rigorously debated as it should be as librarians tend to shy away from engaging the issue as it is deemed to fall outside of their jurisdiction. The Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala needs to be applauded for accepting the responsibility to host the IFLA FAIFE Transparency Workshop. I am certain that the discourse over the next two days will eliminate misconceptions, provide clarity, unearth methodologies to determine solutions and such, all of which will add value to the already critical services that a library provides. IFLA continues to propagate good governance and transparency. These issues have and continue to dominate IFLA official documentation. IFLA has continuously indicated that transparency is the basis of good governance and the first step in fighting corruption. It provides a universal rationale for the provision of good records management systems, archives, and financial regulatory and monitoring systems. It is directly linked to the practice of socially responsible authorship and journalism, the work of editors, the publishing and the distribution of information through all media. Corruption undermines basic social values, threatens the rule of law, and undermines trust in political institutions. It creates a business environment in which only the corrupt thrive. It hinders scientific work and research, weakens the functions of the professions and obstructs the emergence of the knowledge society. It is a major contribution to the creation and prolongation of human misery and the inhibiting of development. Corruption succeeds most under conditions of secrecy and general ignorance. Therefore, it is imperative that the delegates use this forum, set for 17-18 November 2009, to rigorously debate the issue of transparency and good governance and eliminate the negative elements and expound the positives. Prof Paul Sturges, Professor Emeritus, Department of Information Science, Loughborough University, Loughborough (UK) and Former IFLA FAIFE Chair has pointed out that, “there is a dangerous paradox at the heart of the argument that libraries should be involved with the struggle against corruption. The progress of transparency is dependent on political will and the strength of civil society…” . This workshop is taking that bold step to say that we can make a difference and that we can influence civil society to change for the better, to have the snowball effect of drastically reduce corruption. It is my contestation that corruption is one of the many barriers to access to information. As you may be aware ‘libraries driving access to information’ is my presidential theme, therefore, in the spirit of this theme, it is imperative that all hindrances to access to information must be removed as a matter of priority. This workshop is one of many ways in which we can strive for free and open access to information. I am also delighted to acknowledge international experts such as Dr. Kai Ekholm, Director and Chief Librarian, National Library of Finland, and IFLA FAIFE Chair (2009-11) and Dr. Barbara Jones, IFLA FAIFE Expert resource person and International Library Consultant and Instructor from USA, who have taken the time to provide leadership and guidance and, contribute to the discourse. As IFLA President, I pledge my support for libraries to assume a more proactive role in propagating good governance and transparency. I eagerly look forward to the positive learning outcomes of this workshop. I wish you well in your deliberations. *(Ellen R. Tise)* President, International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), The Hague, The Netherlands ***************************************** Information for Transparency to Check Corruption at Public Institutions Dr. Jaspal Singh, Vice Chancellor, Punjabi University, Patiala in his presidential address at the Inaugural Session of "Libraries as Transparency Institutions: IFLA Transparency Manifesto Workshop" highlighted that one’s own conscience, religious values and God-fearing attitude are more important in checking corruption and bringing transparency. This two-day workshop being organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University from 17-18 November 2009 is first of its kind event in South Asia sponsored by the Committee on ‘Free Access to Information and Freedom of Expression’ (FAIFE) of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), the Hague, the Netherlands. Nearly 100 participants from all over India are participating in this workshop. Dr Kai Ekholm, Director, National Library of Finland, Helsinki, and IFLA FAIFE Chairman in his keynote address emphasized that corruption is not a concept, rather it has become an industry across the globe. Transparency is necessary to check corruption, and censorship must be opposed at all levels. He hoped that deliberations would lead to Punjabi Declaration on the workshop theme. Dr H.K. Kaul, Director, Developing Library Network in his inaugural address said that sometimes librarians themselves create barriers to free access to knowledge and information by adopting closed access. There is corruption everywhere, including in library collection, and equipment purchase. Dr. Barbara Jones, FAIFE Expert Resource Person and International Library Consultant from the USA highlighted that there is a conflict between national security and privacy rights of citizens, and a there should be balancing act in place to resolve this. Dr B.S. Ghuman, Dean, Faculty of Arts, Panjab University, Chandigarh explained three paradigms of transparency. He emphasized on the open paradigm for transparency and governance. Dr M.S. Saini, Dean Academic Affairs, Punjabi University said that there is a lack of transparency in reporting for academic and research funding, and in information related to life, and quality of daily use items such as milk. On this occasion, Prof. M.P. Satija of Department of Library and Information Science, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar was honoured by the Vice Chancellor by releasing a festschrift volume ‘Library and Information Science in the digital age’, edited by Jagtar Singh, I.V. Malhan and Trishanjit Kaur, in recognition of his international standing and more than three decade long contribution to the profession. Earlier, Dr. Jagtar Singh, Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University and the Workshop Coordinator welcomed the guests, and Dr Trishanjit Kaur introduced the key speakers. Dr H.P.S. Kalra of the department conducted the stage. Regards -- Khushpreet Singh University Research Scholar, Department of Library & Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala-147002 (INDIA) E-mail: khushpreet.singh(a)gmail.com Mobile: +919815303000 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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golang - Google's new programmin language
by nikesh 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

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Bitnami-make CMS easy
by nikesh 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear professional colleagues BITNAMI STACK ! http://bitnami.org <http://bitnami.org/stacks> All in one place ! Try Bitanami stack !!!!!All your favorite CMS packages can be installed just a a few clicks away. BitNami Stacks make it incredibly easy to deploy your favorite open source software. BitNami Stacks include an open source application and all of the other software necessary to run it, such as Apache, MySQL, PHP or Ruby. All you need to do is select your deployment format of choice (Native Installer<http://bitnami.org/learn_more/installers>, Virtual Machine Image <http://bitnami.org/learn_more/virtual_machines> or Cloud Image <http://bitnami.org/learn_more/cloud_images>) and either run the installation wizard or start the image. In just minutes, your new application will be ready to run. All Native Installers for the Stacks have been packaged using BitRock's multiplatform installer<http://bitnami.org/redirect/to?url=http://bitrock.com/products_installbuild…>. There are other ways of using BitNami. If you choose to install a BitNami Stack natively on your system, you can download a base Stack and then use BitNami Modules for the added benefit of being able to install several applications on top of a single infrastructure stack. Try it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you all. Nikesh .N ( www.libraryprofession.ning.com ) www.nikesh.isim.net.in Reference Assistant, Mahatma Gandhi University Library -- Nikesh . N M.Tech Student, ISiM, Mysore University website: www.nikesh.isim.net.in www.isim.ac.in Phone Mysore :09742788109 Kerala Mobile :09895197369 Kerala Home :04842114771 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Trainees required at British Library,
by Veeru 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear Professionals, There is a vacancy of library trainee at British Library, Hyderabad This is 1 year fixed term appointment with a consolidated payment of Rs 10000/- per month Qualification Degree+ Library science (Certificate/degree)+Good communication skill. Max Age 30 Interested candidates forward their resume to bl.hyderabad(a)in.britishcouncil.org with regards Virupaksh BH LIM Trainee, NCSI and JRD Tata Memorial Library, IISc ,Bangalore-50012 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Christ University, Bangalore Live on Koha
by savitra sirohi 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

All, I am happy to announce that Christ University, Bangalore has gone live on Koha v 3.x this week. Some statistics from this implementation are: No. of Libraries: 2 Catalog Size: 100,000 Circulation: 500 per day Members: 10,000 Two more libraries that are part of the University are expected to go live on the same server shortly. The Public OPAC is available here: http://library.christuniversity.in/ As far as we know, this is the first major University library in India to go live on Koha. Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs http://www.osslabs.biz -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Celebrates National Library Week
by Francis Jayakanth 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:45:35 +0530 From: "Byrappa, Ananda (GE, Research)" <ananda.byrappa(a)ge.com> Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Celebrates National Library Week Today's (17 Nov) talk is by Dr. N.K. Sridhar, Member-Secretary & Executive Director, Karnataka Knowledge Commission, Bangalore - on "Role of Libraries in Knowledge Societies"; Venue: BMS College of Engineering, Bull Temple Raod, Basavangudi, Bengaluru-19 The Karnataka State Library Association every year celebrates National Library Week in collaboration with several colleges and institutions. This year the collaborators are Department of Public Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka, Bangalore; Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA), Mysore; S.D.M. Institute for Management Development, Mysore; J.S.S. College for Women, Mysore, Mysore; Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore; BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore; National Centre for Science Information, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore and Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore. This year's speakers and the topics are: Prof. Lingadevaru Halemane, Rtd. Professor, Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysore - on "Pustakagalu Mathanaduthave"; Dr. S.G. Siddarammaiah, Former Chairman, Kannada Development Authority, Bangalore - on "Kannada Pustaka Prakatane: Udyama Neethi"; Dr. N.K. Sridhar, Member-Secretary & Executive Director, Karnataka Knowledge Commission, Bangalore - on "Role of Libraries in Knowledge Societies"; Mr.Prakash Kamath, Development Consultant, Bangalore - on "Education Resource Library: Concept in Practice: A Journey of DIET, Chamarajanagar"; Dr. S. Venkadesan, Librarian, JRD TATA Memorial Library, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore - on "Archiving of Digital Resources" KALA Talk at Mysore On a pleasant Sunday morning of 15th Nov'09 the office bearers of KALA, Dr. K.N Prasad, Executive Director, Sharda Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore and Mr. Kalyan, Rtd Librarian, BEL, took a step forward to travel up to Mysore to join the local Library and Information Science professionals to celebrate the National Library week. The venue was well set and Prof. Chandrashekar, Principal J.S.S College for Women (Autonomous), was more than happy to welcome all of us with all the warmth and hospitality. Dr. H.A. Khan, retd. Professor, University of Mysore inaugurated the lecture by lighting the traditional lamp. Prof. Lingadevaru Helemane was the speaker of the day to address all of us on a very apt topic-"Books Speak" (Pusthakagalu Mathanaduthave). He said, I was inspired by the poem written by late theatre personality Mr. Safdar Hashmi, called "Kithabein Bathein Karthe Hain" said Prof. Halemane in his opening remarks. Safdar Hashmi is supposed to be a Marxist, and was brutally killed in Delhi for speaking the truth. He was the co founder of 'JANAM'- Jana Natya Manch, - People's Theatre Association, which was involved in open-air proscenium and street plays. Reading books not only helps in gaining knowledge but they keep us company. They are the best friends us. One can choose good books to read like how we choose good friends. A person who has the habit of reading books can never be depressed and dejected in life. Spending money on buying books is like making wise investment said Halemane. Narrating his own experiences and his love for books he said, he had complained to the principal of his college saying that his college library has no good books, leaving the principal in awe; as, such things are rare among students. He quoted saying 'Russians are avid readers of books'. Books draw us to know about civilizations, history, places, cultures, and sitting at our homes we can read Shakespeare, Pluto, Socrates, Aristotle and learn from them provided one is literate. Those who are not literate loose a lot on information and knowledge and may remain ignorant lamented the speaker. Those who read books are receptive to the knowledge contained in it, hence also highly productive. The taste of choosing to read a book differs from person to person and it all depends on ones mental state opined Dr. Halemane. He also said libraries have a great role to play in bringing awareness and providing the right book to the right reader. If books are not made available in time, it can be frustrating to the reader and may miss out on meeting dead line to write papers and books. He also said that e- books, e-journals are an extension of the print books. The speaker felt that books shape our thinking, contemplation and shape personalities. Dr H.A Khan, the chair of the function rendered presidential remarks emphasizing on the triangular relationship between libraries, teachers and the students. Dr. Chandrashekar, Principal, JSS Women's College, welcomed the gathering. Smt. Uma Devi Librarian, JSS Women's college, rendered the invocation and Sri Giri of Sharada Vilas College moderated the program. Mr. Anand T Byrappa, General Secretary, KALA proposed the vote of thanks. The notable personalities among the gathering are Dr. Khaiser Nikam, Chairperson of the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore,Prof. Mallinath Kumbar, Dr. N.S.Harinarayan, MV Sunil, Sri Kalyan, Sri Rajendra Babu H, Joint Secretary, KALA and Dr. Y. Venkatesha were present. There were a very good number of other library professionals from neighboring libraries were present. ___________________________________________________________ Report prepared by: Dr. Khaiser Nikam, Chairperson, Dept. of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore, Mysore.

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SaaS based Library application - your experience
by Parinita Samant 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear All, Has anyone used a SaaS (Software as a Service) based application for your library? The product I am trying to upgrade my existing system to (CR2 technologies) seems Ok and very cost effective. Has anyone actually used the product/similar such product? What have been your experiences? Also, what have been your experiences with using a CD server? Does it violate copyright if data from the CD is copied to the server, even if we restrict the number of concurrent users? What are the alternatives to making the contents of a CD available to all users across locations? Any suggestions? Request you to share your experiences in such similar situations and how you solved the issues... Thanks & Regards, Parinita Samant HexaVarsity Mumbai * 67919595 * 9707 I * parinitas(a)hexaware.com<mailto:parinitas@hexaware.com> ________________________________ Please do not print this email unless it is absolutely necessary. This e-mail communication and any attachments to it are confidential and privileged to Hexaware and are strictly intended only for the personal and confidential use of the designated recipient(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this message is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. Please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this message along with all attachments thereto. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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LIS NET,SET Book Release.
by Dhananjay Sutar 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear professionals, A book entitled 'A manual Of Library and Information Science'which is useful for NET,SET examination is published by Universal Prakashan,Pune'. It includes information on both objective questions as well as subject matter based on syllabi of NET/SET Exam.It is of immence value for those students who prepare for BLISc.,MLISc., NET,SET. Book is available at: Universal Book stall, Akshay Chambers,Narayan Peth, Kelkar Road,Near LIC building, Pune-411030. Ph.020-24450976 Fax-020-24451780. Email: universalbooks(a)eth.com Thanking you Shri.D.B.Sutar, Librarian, Smt.C.B.Shah Mahila Mahavidyalaya,Ratanshinagar, P.B.No.161, Sangli-416416.(Maharashtra) Cell No.09890940074. E mail: dbsutar(a)rediffmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request from a group of students in in the US
by Jai Haravu 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

Dear Members A request was posted by a group of students of a library program asking for help in a study they are doing. This trequest was posted to india-lis(a)infoserve.inist.fr. I thoought it might be useful for members of lis-forum to also know the study and respond to it. The original message is cut and pasted below. Haravu From: Joni Savage <savage.joni(a)gmail.com> Subject: IFLA India To: vkjjeevan(a)yahoo.com Date: Sunday, November 15, 2009, 3:32 PM Good Afternoon: We are students in a library program in the United States. We are interested in examining the roles of librarians when it comes to women's education in India. I realize that the IFLA listserv is closed, and I was wondering if we can get permission to post the following questions to the members on the IFLA India listserv: 1. What is your role at the information organization? 2. What are some of the greatest challenges that you or the library has faced (or currently face) in educating women? What are some of the rewards? 3. What roles do technology play in your work? Thank you, Joni Savage Chelsea Kirkland Rachel Leach Katrina Sadler -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for Assistant Librarian--apply with in 3 days
by sunil sharma 16 Nov '09

16 Nov '09

Dear Library Professionals, There is a vacancy for the post "Assistant Librarian" in international institute Qualification: B. Lib., M. Lib. Experience: 1-3 years Location - Delhi Note: Candidate should have good communication skills, Computer skills. Kindly send resumes with photo on sunil(a)pearlacademy.com -- Sunil Sharma -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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re Anamolies in recruitment of Librarians in First
by Raghavendra pawar 16 Nov '09

16 Nov '09

Dear Gangadhar, Consult the legal expert to halt the on going process to reconsider or reprocess the selection procedure as you mentioned in your mail, the latest G.O which says both Lecturer and the Librarian are in same cadre. Legal remedy is the best way to get justice. Best Regards, Raghavendra R Message: 1 Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:54:14 +0530 (IST) From: Gangadhar KC <gangadhar67(a)yahoo.com> To: lis-forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in Subject: [LIS-Forum] Anamolies in recruitment of Librarians in First Grade Colleges Message-ID: <256577.98507.qm(a)web94705.mail.in2.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Dear?Professionals, ? Everywhere in the world Age, Experience and Qualification will be given top priority while selecting an employee. But in India, it is not so. ? After 10 years gap, in 1997, KPSC called for 65 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges where the Qualification mentioned was MLISc + One more Masters Degree and Clearance in NET exam (Although MLISc itself a Masters Degree). One person who passed MLISc, MA in Kannada and cleared NET exam in Kannada able to recruited as Librarian. This is the irony of the system, isn?t it? I questioned the same in KAT and at last succeeded to bring down the qualification requirement to MLISc and clearance in NET. ? In 2006, KPSC called for 73 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges where they fixed the required qualification was MLISc with clearance in NET or MPhil. They also stated that candidates can claim age relaxation up to 10 years, if they have served in an institution established under State or Central Govt. and selected the candidates as per that also. ? In 2008, again KPSC called for 167 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges with same qualification requirement and age relaxation details. But now they are denying to give interview considering the service rendered in the institutions as per their notification.? Reason is funny, i.e.. the Dept. of Collegiate Education informed KPSC to apply DPAR-1977 rules for the selection of Librarian post as it? falls in ?C? Grade, hence age relaxation can not be given for in-service candidates. But Lecturer and the Librarian are in same cadre (?B? Grade) as per the Karnataka Govt. Order No. ED 09 UEC 98, Bangalore Dated 27-06-1998. ? I would like to mention that there is no consistency in fixing qualification for the post of Librarian in the history of Collegiate Education!? ? I would like to request the different Library Associations to approach the Higher Education Minister, Collegiate Education Minister to frame standard guidelines regarding qualification, age relaxation. ? Gangadhar K.C. Senior Librarian, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, P.B.No.6429, Yelahanka,Bangalore-560 064. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Seminar Circular
by DRTC - General 16 Nov '09

16 Nov '09

INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE Documentation Research and Training Centre 8TH Mile, Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 Seminar on Next-Generation Library Catalogues Abstract: People's expectations regarding search and access to information have dramatically changed with the advent of the Internet. Even though people know the information available from libraries is free and authoritative they often use libraries as a last resort. There could be several reasons for this. A major factor could be the gap between them and users expectations. There appears to be widespread dissatisfaction with many of the online catalogs. Although these catalogs provide a rich set of functionality, they have not necessarily followed the broader conventions established in the context of the Web. The proposed paradigm shift to next generation library catalogues is intended to address some of the issues related to this by taking into account the changing nature of user expectations and the available technology. This seminar will examine the underlying concepts, technologies, and user expectations and briefly review some of the current developments and emerging products. Student Presenter : Ali Raza Venue : DRTC Class Room Date : 18th November 2009 Time : 2:00 pm. All are cordially invited. K.S Raghavan Seminar Coordinator -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacency @ Central University of Gujarat
by Mailing List Admin 16 Nov '09

16 Nov '09

Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:06:51 +0530 From: Mitesh Pandya <miteshpandya21(a)gmail.com> Dear Professionals, Applications are invited for the post of Assistant Librarian and Library Attendant at Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar Last Date of Application, one month form the date of advertisement in the employment news(Publication date 13/11/'09) To get Application form and payment details click on below link. http://www.cuguj.org/doc%20file/Non_Teaching_advt_No07.pdf Mitesh Pandya SOUL Technical Assistant (LS), INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad.

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Information
by G.R. Sabapathy 15 Nov '09

15 Nov '09

Dear LIS professional, I have gone through your list of questions. I furnish below the details especially in the university setting, as it would be useful for many of our LIS friends. 1.What are the authorities and responsibilities of the Chairman, Library Committee and of a librarian? The Chairman of the Library Committee does not have any authority as the committee is only a recommending body. It can recommend policy decisions, rules, regulations, or any decisions about the library say purchase of books, subscriptions of journals, etc. But, the administrative orders can be issued only by the Principal (if it is a college) or by the authorities of the University (by the Dean / Registrar, if it is a university). 2.Can the Chairman, Library Committee (One from faculty members) become the head of the librarian and library? To whom should the librarian report - Principal or Chairman, Library?3 It is up to the administration. But, normally the Chairman of the Library Committee cannot head the library while a Professional Librarian is available. But, unfortunately, some of the colleges appoint an academician (Professor) as the Head of the Library which is contrary to all ethics. It is not correct by all means. It is an approved practice that the Librarian should report only to the Principal. In Tamil Nadu, the Government has abolished the practice of appointing a Professor as an intermediary officer between the Librarian and Principal as early as in 1980s. But, still some colleges follow the abolished procedures which is wrong. 3.Can the Chairman, Library Committee interfere in the day to day library activity? The Chairman should not interfere in the day to day library activity and it is the Principal who is having the powers. 4.Who is the right persons for the post of Chairman. Library Committee - Principal or any faculty member? If it is a College, then the Principal of the College should be the Chairman for the Library Committee. If it is a University, then the Registrar should be the Chairman of the University Library Committee. They should not allow others to chair the Library Committee. 5.Is it true that UGC has cancelled Professor-in-charge, Library? If yes, from where can I get the document for proof? I don't have a clear information about this. If there is any such orders, I am also interested to get a copy of the same. 6.A person with 15 years experience is equired to clear the NET/SET examination or can they get relaxation on behalf of experience. It is up to the administration. They can give a relaxation on special grounds. 7. If any book is lost by the reader and which is not available anywhere. How can I replace that book or how much cost can I recover against lost book from the readers. If the lost book is from multi volume set then what should I do. Normally, the cost of the book along with some percentage of fine can be collected from the member who lost the book. In some universities, they charge 10% as centage in addition to the cost of the book lost. However, the Librarian is fully empowered to fix the fine amount if the book lost is rare and not available in the market. The member may also be permitted to replace a new book (same edition or latest not old edition) without any fine. If a book from the multi-volume is lost, normally the cost of the entire multi-volume along with fine should be collected. So, it is better not lending a single volume of multivolume books. 8.Can I issue any book for short period like 2 or 3 days, if number of copies is less and book is in demand? Librarian is empowered to issue any book for specific purpose. He/she can even issue a reference book on overnight lending or for short period subject to necessity. Normally reference book can be issued to faculty/teacher rather than students. Hope these meet your requirements. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, Dr.G. Rathinasabapathy, Ph.D. Deputy Librarian Department of Library Science Madras Veterinary College Tamilnadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Vepery, Chennai - 600 007 Tel: (Off)044-25388997 044-25381506 x 283,287 (Res)044-25611619 Email: grsaba(a)rediffmail.com grspathy(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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Tracking the citations using Web of Science
by Gopakumar Velayudhanpillai 14 Nov '09

14 Nov '09

Dear professional friends, Please find a very useful video clip on finding who has cited your work using the web of science. The url is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y_8dvPixe4 There are some related videos in this youtube section. Make best use of them. Dr GOPAKUMAR V. Chief Librarian, University College,Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, PIN 695 034. http://www.gopakumar.synthasite.com/ gopakumar.v(a)rediffmail.com Mobile No: 09447056713 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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State level Seminar on 'Information Literacy in Electronic Era' in Mumbai
by Ajay Kamble 14 Nov '09

14 Nov '09

Dear all, Patuck-Gala College of Commerce and Management, Mumbai has organised one day state level seminar on "Information Literacy in Electronic Era" on 24th November, 2009 from 8.30 to 4.00 pm. Registration Fees : Rs 250 for delegate Rs. 150 for student Please contact the following for more details The Librarian Patuck Gala College of Commerce and Management, 100, Nehru Road, Vakola Bridge, Santacruz (E), Mumbai - 400055 Phone 022 - 26692477 -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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North East India's first e-learning portal launched
by Gautam Kumar Sarma 14 Nov '09

14 Nov '09

Respected members, The first e-learning portal of the North East was launched by the Gauhati University in 13th November 2009 by the Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University Prof OK Medhi at a function held at the BKB auditorium of the university. The portal has been developed by the faculty members of the Institute of Distance and Open Learning of the university. The portal has the facilities like online enrollment of students, independent discussion forum for every course, online interaction facility with faculty members, online study material etc. The web address of the portal is http://www.bodhidroom.idolgu.org/ Visit the news at http://www.assamtribune.com/scripts/details.asp?id=nov1409/at011 -- Gautam Kumar Sarma Library i/c Institute of Distance and Open Learning Gauhati Universit Assam -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Bhongir School Library Project (BSLP)
by prafulla tv 14 Nov '09

14 Nov '09

Dear Friends, We are pleased to announce the launch of BHONGIR SCHOOL LIBRARY PROJECT (BSLP) today, on the occasion of Children’s Day and commencement of National Library Week. Goal: To offer library and information services to all recognized schools (78 in number) in Bhongir Mandal, Nalgonda District, Andhra Pradesh. Total number of students to be covered: 8000+ Medium of Instruction: English, Telugu & Urdu Start Date: November 14, 2009 End Date (for establishment of all libraries): November 13, 2010. Library services to continue indefinitely with proper systems of sustainability in place. Managed by: Student volunteers under the supervision of School Headmaster and a Teacher Incharge. Training: Will be provided by LIS professionals on simple methods of accessioning, cataloguing & classification, circulation, fund raising, etc. Sources of Funding: Donations from students and the general public. Metal Book Rack We are happy to inform you that Shri Ashok Linga, one of the leading metal furniture manufacturers based in Hyderabad, has agreed to provide metal book racks at a very reasonable price of Rs.3350 per rack plus Rs.150 for transport & handling charges. Each rack (5.5’ high, 32” wide, 12” depth) would have four glass covered shelves. It is proposed to purchase them in bulk to take advantage of the best price and save on transport costs from Hyderabad to Bhongir. As we are buying directly from the manufacturer, there are no dealer/seller costs. Shri Ashok Linga has immensely liked this project and assured us of his continued support. Please donate liberally for the purchase of book racks. Your contribution would be gratefully acknowledged through an inscription on the book rack such as: Presented to ____ School Library by Shri/Smt,/Ms. ________ . Donated to ____ School Library by Shri/Smt./Ms. ________ in memory of Late Shri/Smt./Ms. __________. Donated by Master/Miss _______ on the occasion of his 13th birthday. Donated by Mr. _______ and Mrs. _________ on the occasion of their 25th marriage anniversary. Purchase of Books We have contacted several leading publishers/booksellers for supply of books and they have agreed to provide books at a good discount rate ranging from 20-45%. Please contribute towards the purchase of books. A donation label containing details of the donor would be pasted inside every book donated. Donations received so far Today while I was drafting this email, I received a phone call from one of my schoolmate friends, Shri G. Sree Ramamurthy, Vice President, Health Safety, Environment and Fire, Reliance Industries Limited, Gadimoga, near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. On being told about the BSLP, he wished this Project all success and assured a donation of Rs.10,000. We feel divine grace has already started flowing!! We are happy to announce that Shri YVSRS Sai, Editor and Publisher of Rachana, a reputed Telugu literary magazine, has promised to provide 100 copies (worth Rs.2000) of the book titled Edu Chepala Katha (The Story of Seven Fish) freely to BSLP. Also, Shri Dasari Venkataramana, one of the leading authors of children’s stories and a regular contributor to Chandamama (Children’s monthly), has provided his book Amma Manasu (Mother’s Heart), a collection of stories, at a 50% discount. Hundred copies of this title have already been procured for distribution to all the BSLP units. An anonymous husband-wife team has contributed Rs.3500 towards the purchase of a book rack on the occasion of their 25th marriage anniversary. Our Commitment We assure that every Rupee donated by you would be spent honestly and properly for the execution of BSLP. No TA or DA would be paid to any volunteer working for this project. All volunteers would work honorarily and without any selfish motives. Please send your contribution by DD or a cheque in favour of T.V. Prafulla Chandra payable at Secunderabad. Wherever possible, we will send original receipts of the purchases made to the donor. We appeal to all the LIS professionals and library lovers to extend their cooperation and support to BSLP. Let’s join hands to light these small lamps of knowledge in one of socio-economically poorer regions of Andhra Pradesh. Even if you are unable to extend any monetary help at this point of time, please drop a post card or email if you like this project and wish to be a part of it. Thank you in advance for all your help and consideration. Sincerely T.V. Prafulla Chandra Senior Editor, Dharma Vana Arboretum Flat G3, Phase 4 Saptagiri Apartments Padmarao Nagar Secunderabad 500 025 Mobile: 93962 51106 Phone Office 040 3911 4202 Residence 040 2750 5908 The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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AALDI Conference-2010 : Call for papers
by visakhi bapaiah pulagam 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Dear Library & Information Professionals! You will be glad to know that AALDI (Association of Agricultural Librarians and Documentalists of India ) in association with IASRI ( Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute), New Delhi is going to organizing two days National conference on “Knowledge Management in the Globalized era “ (NCKMG) including Pre-conference tutorials on 9th & 10th February , 2010. The Tutorial will focus on MARC 21 &, WorldCat, Web 2.0/3.0 & Lib2.0 Who should Participate: Library & Information professionals, IT Professionals, Policy makers, Academicians, Students, Distance learner, e-Publishers and Other stake holders Call for Papers : Original Papers focusing on the theme /Subtheme of the Conference are invited for the presentation as well as for the Posters. Some of the topics are listed below: • e-Resources • Information Portals m& Gateways • Digital Content Management • Open Source Soft wares • Automation of Libraries • Library Networks & Consortia • Scientrometrics & Webometrics • Institutional Repositories & ETDs • Digital Content Management • Information Literacy Programmes • Knowledge & Skills in ICT • Web 2.0 /3.0 and Lib 2.0 • Semantic Web • Copy rights & IPR issues • E-learning & e-Publishing • International Standards, Format & Protocols • Information seeking behavior • Case Studies • Collection Development Policy Authors are requested to prepare full paper on research and practice but not exceeding 2500 words with an abstract of 250 words in MS Word format in A4 size with single column & single space and send to Organizing Secretary by e-mail aaldisecretary09(a)gmail.com as an attachment within 31/12/2009. Kindly see the attached Conference Brochure Thanking You Dr ( Mrs) P. Visakhi Organizing Secretary, NCKM General Secretary, AALDI Chief Librarian, ICAR H.Q, Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi , Head, LIS, IASRI, New Delhi CCPI, e-Granth, NAIP, New Delhi e-mail ;visakhi(a)iasri.res.in aaldisecretary09(a)gmail.com Phone : 011-25846135 ( IASRI) 011-23389570 ( ICAR) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ALUMNI MEET 2009 DLIS UNIVERSITY OF KERALA.
by gopikuttan gopikuttan 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Dear professionals Alumni Association of the Department of Library and Information Science (AADLIS) University of Kerala is organising its 6th AADLIS Meet on 21st November 2009 at Student,s centre, university of Kerala, PMG Junction. Dr.J. Prabhash Hon'ble Pro-Vice -Chancellor, University of Kerala will inaugurate the meet . Programme includes Facilitation to 68/69 and 69/70 batches of BLISc Retired professionals during the last year PhD awardees JRF winners MLISc Rank holders Distribution of AADLIS Welfare scholarships A seminar on "Web 2.0 technologies for LIS services" Thematic presentation : Dr.N.S.Harinarayana, Mysore University Culural programmes of Alumni members All Alumni membbers are invited to participate the programme. Thanking you Dr.A.Gopikuttan Head Dept of Library and Information Science University of Kerala Trivandrum From cricket scores to your friends. Try the Yahoo! India Homepage! http://in.yahoo.com/trynew -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Anamolies in recruitment of Librarians in First Grade Colleges
by Gangadhar KC 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Dear Professionals, Everywhere in the world Age, Experience and Qualification will be given top priority while selecting an employee. But in India, it is not so. After 10 years gap, in 1997, KPSC called for 65 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges where the Qualification mentioned was MLISc + One more Masters Degree and Clearance in NET exam (Although MLISc itself a Masters Degree). One person who passed MLISc, MA in Kannada and cleared NET exam in Kannada able to recruited as Librarian. This is the irony of the system, isn’t it? I questioned the same in KAT and at last succeeded to bring down the qualification requirement to MLISc and clearance in NET. In 2006, KPSC called for 73 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges where they fixed the required qualification was MLISc with clearance in NET or MPhil. They also stated that candidates can claim age relaxation up to 10 years, if they have served in an institution established under State or Central Govt. and selected the candidates as per that also. In 2008, again KPSC called for 167 Librarian posts in First Grade Colleges with same qualification requirement and age relaxation details. But now they are denying to give interview considering the service rendered in the institutions as per their notification. Reason is funny, i.e.. the Dept. of Collegiate Education informed KPSC to apply DPAR-1977 rules for the selection of Librarian post as it falls in ‘C’ Grade, hence age relaxation can not be given for in-service candidates. But Lecturer and the Librarian are in same cadre (‘B’ Grade) as per the Karnataka Govt. Order No. ED 09 UEC 98, Bangalore Dated 27-06-1998. I would like to mention that there is no consistency in fixing qualification for the post of Librarian in the history of Collegiate Education! I would like to request the different Library Associations to approach the Higher Education Minister, Collegiate Education Minister to frame standard guidelines regarding qualification, age relaxation. Gangadhar K.C. Senior Librarian, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, P.B.No.6429, Yelahanka,Bangalore-560 064. The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Many Congratulations for achieving 500 members mark
by DINESH SIDDAIAH 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Dear All, Many Congratulations for achieving 500 members mark LIS Leadership Forum (LISLF) is started functioning since April 2009. This forum is basically intended to develop and nurture leadership qualities in LIS professionals. It is achieving its aim through its blog writings and frequent mailing of information to all its members. In addition to this LISLF is updating its members with latest happenings of the profession to a larger extent. On 12th November 2009 our forum has crossed the 500 members mark. This mark is achieved with in the short span of time. We are very proud to mention that our forum members are not only from India, rest of the world also (US, UK, African Countries and other Asian Countries). As we have intended, our forum is decided to bring out its news letter. In this regard, we once again appeal all of you that kindly send content related to LIS leadership. And also we request you to share your experiences and expectations in our forum blog. Please send your contents and other queries to lislforum(a)gmail.com. Best Regards LIS Leadership Forum Team -- Dr. Dinesh K. S. MLISc., Ph.D. Selection Grade Librarian, Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Devanahalli, Bengaluru - 562 110. Ph: +91-9845102382, Email: dinesh.ncet(a)gmail.com www.nagarjunaknowledgecentre.webs.com www.dineshks.webs.com, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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KALA Invites you to join the National Library Week celebrations
by Francis Jayakanth 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Dear All, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) and Dept. of Public Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka, cordially invites you to celebrate the National Library Week. We have planned the following programmes for the week. Request you to participate and make the programmes successful. PROGRAMME DETAILS: Date: 15.10.2009 Topic: 'Pustakagalu Mathanaduthave' Time: 11.00 A.M. Speaker: Prof. Lingadevaru Halemane, Rtd. Professor, Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysore Chairman: Prof. H.A. Khan, Retd. Professor, Dept. of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Mysore Venue: J.S.S. College for Women, Saraswatipuram, Mysore _______________________________________________________________________ Date: 16.10.2009 Topic: 'Kannada Pustaka Prakatane-Udyama Neethi' Time: 6.00 P.M. Speaker: Dr. S.G. Siddarammaiah, Former Chairman, Kannada Development Authority, Bangalore Chairman: Dr. M. Byregowda Writer, Publisher, and Lecturer. Christ College, Bangalore Venue: Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Rajajinagar, Bangalore ________________________________________________________________________ Date: 17.10.2009 Topic: Role of Libraries in Knowledge Societies Time: 6.00 P.M. Speaker: Dr. N.K. Sridhar, Member-Secretary & Executive Director, Karnataka Knowledge commission, Bangalore Chairman: Dr. K. Mallikarjuna Babu, Principal, BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore Venue: BMS college of Engineering, Basavanagudi, Bangalore ________________________________________________________________________ Date: 18.10.2009 Topic: Education Resource Library: Concept in Practice: A Journey of DIET, Chamarajanagar Time: 6.00 P.M. Speaker: Mr. Prakash Kamath, Development consultant, Bangalore Chairman: Mrs. Usha Mukunda, Teacher & Resource Person, Bangalore Venue: National Centre for Science Information, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore ________________________________________________________________________ Date: 19.10.2009 Topic: Archiving of Digital Resources Time: 6.00 P.M. Speaker: Dr. S. Venkadesan, Librarian, JRD TAta Memorial Library, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore Chairman: Dr, Nethaji S. Ganesan, Principal, Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore Venue: Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering, Kumaraswamy lay-out, Bangalore ________________________________________________________________________ Collaborators: Dept. of Public libraries, govt. of Karnataka, Bangalore Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA), Mysore S.D.M. Institute for Management Development, Mysore J.S.S. College for Women, Mysore Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore National Centre for Science Information, Indian Institute of science, Bangalore Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore ____________________________________________________________ Thanking you, Ananda Byrappa General Secretary Karnataka State Library Association (KALA)

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National Seminar
by Bhomra Chatterji 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Library, Documentation & Information Sc. Division of Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata & Dept. of Library & Information Sc., Mizoram University, Aizwal are going to organize a joint collaborative programme for a Three day National Seminar on “Quality Development in Library & Information Services” during February 24-26, 2010 at the campus of Mizoram University, Tanhril, Aizwal. Details of the seminar : Venue: Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University, Tanhril, Aizwal. Target Participants: This National Seminar is being organized with its focus towards LIS Professionals from the Northeast region only. Apart from LIS professionals, teachers, and researchers can also participate and share their experiences and suggestions on the seminar topic. Call for Papers: Organizing Committee encourages Paper presentation for participation during this National Seminar. Contributed Authors are requested to send their papers within 31st of January 2010 to: Mrs Bhomra Chatterji Indian Statistical Institute Library 203, B T Road, Kolkata-700 108 West Bengal, India. bhomrac(a)gmail.com Different facets of the main topic: 1. Library and Information Services-Best Practices, Value Added Services, Case Studies 2. Library Evaluation-Assessment and Effectiveness, Measurement of Customer Satisfaction 3. Capacity Building- Developing Professional Competency 4. Continual Improvement- Staff Development, Training to the Trainers 5. Management of LICs- Tools and Techniques 6. Change Management- Acceptability, Adoptability and Accountability 7. Quality Assurance- Certification and Accreditation Pedagogy of the Seminar: The Seminar will cover the Lectures and Panel discussions on the selected sub- Themes. Hospitality: Registered Participants from North-East Region of India only will be provided with Seminar kit, Local hospitality and their traveling cost towards venue and back through road only against the original receipt of their fare. Accommodation: Accommodation for outstation participants may be arranged if request is sent at least fifteen days before the Seminar with free of charges. Seminar Faculty: Invited Guest Lecturers, experts in different facets of the Topic have kindly consented to deliver lectures on their valuable knowledge & experiences in the themes. All Communications should Address: Mrs. Bhomra Chatterji Seminar Convener (ISI) 203, B T Road, Kolkata-700 108 West Bengal, India Ph. (033) 2575-2114 Mob:09831241921 E-mail: bhomrac(a)gmail.com Or Prof. Pravakar Rath Seminar Director (MZU) Dept. of Library and Information Science Mizoram University, Aizwal, India Ph. (0389) 2331607 Mob: 09436154563 E-mail: pravakarrath(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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Inventing the future of librarinship by David Lankes, Syracuse
by Shalini 13 Nov '09

13 Nov '09

Hello Friends, As we approach the National Library Week, may be it is good to 'take a step back and observe it from a higher level and invent the future of libraries ' as David Lankes says. Please hear to this wonderful lecture <http://quartz.syr.edu/rdlankes/pod/2009/ConversantsKeynote.mp3> http://quartz.syr.edu/rdlankes/pod/2009/ConversantsKeynote.mp3 And read the presentation at : http://quartz.syr.edu/rdlankes/Presentations/2009/RealSweden.pdf Happy listening and reading! Cheers! Shalini Dr. Shalini Urs Executive Director and Professor International School of Information Management University of Mysore Mysore - 570006 Phone : + 91 821 2514699 Fax : + 91 821 2519209 www.isim.ac.in ISiM - Management School of IT. Technology School for IM -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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