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UGC Chairman Ved Prakash Batting for Private higher educational Institutions
by Vasanth 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Dear Sir/Madam, This is really shocking for higher education fraternity. The Chairman of UGC Ved Prakash is full of praise for private higher educational institutions in a function organized by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). To a response to UGC Chairman's comment T.S. Rao has published an interesting piece in Deccan Herald titled "UGC chairman eulogising private institutions is invidious" on 3rd April 2012. See the full text here : http://www.deccanherald.com/content/239067/ugc-chairman-eulogising-private-… Recent comments in Jaipur by Ravi Shankar Guruji of Art of Living fame on government schools as breeding ground for naxalism can also be seen as larger conspiracy to help private players to make big bucks and avoid poor of this country to enter into a education system. It is note worthy that private institutions were largely responsible for selling fake M Phil and Ph. D certificates in Tamil Nadu and across the country. Private education institutions would not open their shop for poor rural people they open shops for rich of this society. Recent Chethan Bagat's Revolution 20-20 is best example how an disgusted IIT aspirant (who failed to enter IITs) become chairman of an engineering college and making money out of it. Whole book in a way portray how our education system is weakening because large number of private players entering to this field. Now UGC chairman who had a brief stint at the world bank before coming to the UGC office batting for the private players. It is no surprise our government is in a urge to open our educational system for foreign players. Globalization the big shark is swallowing our culture, our identity in the name of competition, efficiency, and quality (traits of market economy). competition, efficiency, and quality. are the mantra of private players, government is chanting their mantra to escape from the basic constitutional right. Because it has promised to the World Bank that soon India would open its educational system, agriculture, retail market (big malls are every where in India) for you to make money. It is already too late, UGC chairman, Swamijis all are now trying to build a consensus for government to act swiftly to help them. Ravi Shankar guruji will be certainly nominated for Noble Peace Prize for his effort in helping private players to open their educational shops in India. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N GFGC-Periyapatna Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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VTU Library National Conference
by vinay channavenkatesh 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Dear Moderator, Kindly Publish this Information for the benefit of LIS Professionals, Dear All, Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, Karnataka is organizing 2 Days National Conference on “Trends in Developing and Managing E-Resources in Libraries”, The Conference is scheduled to be held during 3rd week of May 2012. The following themes have been identified for paper presentation: - Types of e-resources and its utilities; - Mandatory requirement v/s subscription of e-resources,; - Policies, selection and budgeting of e-resources; - Latest trends in collection development of e-resources; - Competitive skills and techniques of professionals in organizing e-resources; - Tools and techniques in organizing e-resources; - Organization of e-resources using Open Source Software (OSS); - Need for management of e-resources; - Challenges, methods and impacts of e-resources; - Strategic planning and management of e-resources; - Provision to access virtual e-resources; - Effective usage of e-resources; - Optimum usage of e-resources; - Access patterns of e-resources using remote web portals; - Selecting patterns of e-resources for academic/research pursuits. Participants are hereby informed to gear up to submit full text articles to: vtuerm12(a)gmail.com<http://in.mc1615.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=vtuerm12@gmail.com> or krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in<http://in.mc1615.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=krmulla@vtu.ac.in> * Paper Submission Deadline : 30th April 2012 * Notification of Acceptance of the Paper : 10th May 2012 The detailed program and exact dates of the Conference will be announced shortly, For the details please visit the conference website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com For further details, Contact : Dr.K.R.Mulla Librarian and Organizing Secretary VTU, Belgaum-590018, Karnataka, India Ph: +91-9449873452 (OM), +91-9448031969 (PM) +91-831-2498191 (L), +91-831-2498192 (Fax) E-mail: vtuerm12(a)gmail.com<http://in.mc1615.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=vtuerm12@gmail.com> krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in<http://in.mc1615.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=krmulla@vtu.ac.in> With Regards, Vinay. C Sr. Gr. Librarian, SJB Institute of Technology, BGS Health & Education City, Uttarahalli Main Road, Kengeri, Bengalooru-560 060. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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April issue of J-Gate Newsletter
by ratnakar＠informindia.co.in 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

Dear Professionals and Publishers: Just released April issue of J-Gate Newsletter carries (i) An article on science/ research communication, (ii) A case study on searching J-Gate (new feature/ column), (iii) Online quiz with attractive gift for 3 winners, Winners of March 2012 J-Gate Quiz: 1. RUDRESH B J rudreshbj(a)gmail.com 2. SOUMYA soumyabhol01(a)gmail.com 3. RAHUL VYLEN rahulvylen(a)gmail.com Congratulations! (iv) Editorial on federated search engine entitled ‘federate to aggregate or meta search to segregate?’, (v) An animated search tips for finding journals and browsing TOC, (vi) ‘Confounding relations in experimental research’ in Researchers’ Corner, (vii) Changes to e-journals, (viii) Forthcoming events/conferences and (ix) Latest news on developments in the areas of journals, technology, etc. Winners of March 2012 J-Gate Quiz: 1. RUDRESH B J rudreshbj(a)gmail.com 2. SOUMYA soumyabhol01(a)gmail.com 3. RAHUL VYLEN rahulvylen(a)gmail.com Congratulations to the winners. Please click the link below to access http://informindia.co.in/iil_newsletter.asp Ratnakar New Delhi 9891390300 -- 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 Librarian and Documentation Officer in Makhanlal Chaturvedi Rashtriya Patrakarita Evam Sanchar Vishwavidyalaya
by Subhodip Bid 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

*Dear Professional * * * Application are invited for Librarian and Documentation Officer in *Makhanlal Chaturvedi Rashtriya Patrakarita Evam Sanchar Vishwavidyalaya* LIBRARIAN : 01(UR) Scale- (15600-39100 Grade Pay 7600) I. A Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science/documentation with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven points scale and consistently good academic record set out in these Regulations. II. At least thirteen years experience as a Deputy Librarian in a university library or eighteen years experience as a College Librarian. III. Evidence of innovative library service and organization of published work. IV. Desirable: M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree in library science/ information science/documentation/archives and manuscript-keeping. Age- (As on 30-04-2012)- Maximum 50 years. DOCUMENTATION OFFICER : 01(UR) Scale- (9300-34800 Grade Pay 4200) I. Post Graduate Degree in Library Science or Mass Communication with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade. II. Minimum three years experience of Documentation work in any University/Research or reputed Educational Institution. or III. Minimum three years experience in the reference library or archival department of any reputed media organization. Age- (As on 30-04-2012)- Maximum 40 years. *How to Apply* : Application in the prescribed format should be send on or before *30/04/2012*. Please visit http://www.mcu.ac.in/Appointments.aspx for details and application format. -- SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional 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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MR. DEEPAK SHARMA AS ASSOCIATE EDITOR WITH IJODLS
by arjun k 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

I am delighted to inform you that Mr. Deepak Sharma, Assistant Librarian ITM University, Sector 23 A, Gurgaon,has been appointed as the " Associate Editor " of International Journal of Digital Library Services. www.ijodls.in -- -- With regards Arjun Associate Editor International Journal of Librarianship and Administration & International Journal of Library Science -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Heartiest Congratulations to Dr. Nanaji Shewale SIR !!!
by sandeep bhavsar 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

Respected All, I am delighted to inform you that Dr. Nanaji Shewale, Librarian of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune has been appointed as the " Editor " of International Journal of Library Science ISSN 0975 - 7546. SIR Heartiest congratulations and wish you all the best in all your future endeavors. Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies, Thane(W) Mumbai, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: Request for your contribution to Dr. A.L. Moorthy Feschrift Volume
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 01 Apr '12

01 Apr '12

From: Dr. Chennupati K. Ramaiah <chennupati_kramaiah(a)yahoo.com> Subject: Request for your contribution to Dr. A.L. Moorthy Feschrift Volume Date: Sunday, 1 April, 2012, 19:49 Dr. A.L. Moorthy Feschrift Committee Department of Library and Information Science, Pondicherry University, R.V. Nagar, Kalapet, PUDUCHERRY – 605 014. INDIA. E-mail: ckramaiah(a)gmail.com; Mobile: 09487605773 Date: 01.04.2012 Dear Sir/Madam, Dr. AL Moorhty is the best information scientist in the country who had 30+ years research, administration, editing, and vast library professional experience. His contributions to LIS profession particularly to S&T Information centres are tremendous. He worked for several S&T organizations including the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Srihari Kota, ISRO, Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), Hyderabad and presently working as Director, DESIDOC, Delhi (DRDO). At DESIDOC, he introduced many new services and innovative techniques for optimal utilization of information resources. He established a digital library and enhanced digital content. He has created web-based and project oriented information services to all R&D scientists of DRDO through its intranet. He has guided the development of Library Automation Software, Database of Library Holdings and Union Catalogue of Periodical Holdings. He improved the quality, coverage, content and timely publication of periodicals both as Editor for a decade and currently as Editor-in-Chief. He was instrumental in starting new publications like Technology Focus, DRDO Monographs & Special Publications. He has initiated and realized DRDO Consortium for providing online access of over 450 R&D Journals to all DRDO Labs. He is now spearheading the establishment of Knowledge Repository of DRDO Technical Reports and Institutional Repository. Dr Moorthy is a Life Member of several national professional associations and also member of many international associations. He has published about 45 papers and edited over 30 Books/Conference Proceedings. He was Guest Editor of ILA Newsletter and AGLIS Journal for a few years. He is on the Editorial Board of many professional journals. He has received DRDO’s Best Popular Science Communication Award -2010, SR Ranganathan-Kaula Award-2009, SIS Fellowship-2009, ILA-Kaula Best Librarian Award-2008, and ILA-CD Sharma Best Paper Award 2008. He is examiner of PhD theses of many universities and also member of Board of Studies in the LIS of couple of Universities. As mark of honour, some of his friends and well wishers have suggested to bringing out of festschrift volume. In this regard, we have planed to bring out a festschrift volume in his honour on “Electronic Resources Management”. Therefore you are requested to contribute an article on any one of the areas / topics listed in the enclosed letter. Kindly inform your title of paper on or before 15th April 2012 so that we can eliminate any duplication while selecting the topic level itself. The following are the important dates for the festschrift volume: Last date for title of the paper - 15 April 2012 Title confirmation to the contributor - 20 April 2012 Last date for Full paper submission - 15 May 2012 Communicating the paper acceptance - 20 May 2012 Revised Full paper submission - 30 May 2012 So, you are therefore earnestly requested to contribute a paper (either research or review) to this volume. We look forward for your positive response in this regard. With best regards, Yours sincerely, (Prof. C.K. RAMAIAH) Electronic Resources Management Topics & Sub-topics Challenges to Electronic Resources Impact of e-resources on education and research, life cycle of an E-resource, Analysis of the characteristics digital documents; Problems in applying rules, etc. Technological issues in E-Publishing New initiatives in e-publications development, multimedia use in e-publications, File formats, trends in e-books & e-journals publishing, etc. Standards for Electronic Resources and Interoperability Various types of standards in e-resources; Proprietary standards vs. open standards; Evolution of standards and descriptive rules E-Resources Managing Systems (ERMS) Managing E-resources, Design & development of ERMS, assessing users’ needs, Return on Investment (ROI) to funding bodies & users, Preservation & archiving issues; etc. Electronic Resources for Education Schools, colleges, universities, R&D Organisations; Science, Technology & Engineering institutions; Agricultural & Medical Sciences institutions; Social Sciences & Humanities institutions; Use of E-Resources for teaching and learning, Distance education, E-learning, Enterprise applications etc. Users and Usage of Electronic Resources Users – perceptions, inhibitions, attitude, expectations, problems; Use and usability issues; Accessibility issues; Problems related to E-resources, etc. Electronic Resources in Libraries Collection development issues; Lending issues (user authentication, data encryption, etc); Cataloging of e-resources; Obsolescence issues; etc. Digital Rights Management Rights Transfer; Copyright issues; Plagiarism and piracy issues; Digital Content Rights management, etc. Economics of Electronic Resources Business models for E-Resources; E-books & e-journals publishers and distributors; Pricing models in E-Resources; Marketing trends/opportunities in E-Resources; licensing issues; issues related to publishers, aggregators and booksellers, etc. ************************************************************Dr. Chennupati K. RamaiahMSc (Meerut), MLISc (Delhi), PhD (Loughborough), MACM, MASIST, MCLIPProfessor & Head, Dept. of Library and Information Science,Pondicherry University, R.V. Nagar, Kalapet,PUDUCHERRY – 605 014. INDIA. Mobile: 9487605773.Email: ckramaiah.lis(a)pondiuni.edu.in ;ckramaiah(a)gmail.com Tel & Fax: 0413-2656757,2656766; Website:http://www.pondiuni.edu.in/************************************************************ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NAAC Publications - Best Practices of Library and Information Services
by sandeep bhavsar 01 Apr '12

01 Apr '12

Respected All Kindly requesting you to go through NAAC Publications - Best Practices of Library and Information Services at http://tinyurl.com/c2zr465 Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies, Thane(W) Mumbai, India 9987049099 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Online Questionnaire: Use of RSS among the Library professionals in India.
by RESHMA S R 31 Mar '12

31 Mar '12

Dear all, I am a Student of the Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut. As a part of my MLISc course I am conducting a study entitled “Use of RSS among the Library professionals in India.” The universe of this study is the subscribers of the LIS forum mailing list. Please take a couple of minutes to participate in the survey. Your specific answers will be completely anonymous, but your views, in combination with those of others, are extremely important. Please click the following link to view the questionnaire. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dExERVYxdEVubUlkYmdMMG… Reshma. S.R. MLISc Student University of Calicut -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regarding Refresher Course
by Shams Raza 31 Mar '12

31 Mar '12

Dear all, Greetings!! Kindly let me know the schedule of refresher / short term courses on any emerging thrust areas (to be held in May/June 2012) in India. Thanks & regards, -- *Shams Raza Librarian Sainik School Nalanda* *(Ministry Of Defence Govt. of India) P.O. Rajgir,Distt.Nalanda (BIHAR)* *https://sainikschoolnalanda.bih.nic.in Google Talk: shamsraza(a)gmail.com* *Yahoo Talk : shams_hs19(a)yahoo.co.in Rediff Boll : shams97(a)rediffmail.com Mobile Talk : +91 9430247793* *Basic (Home)-06112255178** * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Acquisition of Theses- ICSSR-NASSDOC
by S N Chari 31 Mar '12

31 Mar '12

It is my pleasure to announce that, ICSSR-NASSDOC has revised the amount for acquisition of theses to Rs. 3000/- for both hard copy with soft version and Rs. 2000/- for hard copy only. National Social Science Documentation Centre (NASSDOC), ICSSR has a library for the social science community. Ph.D. Theses in social sciences (approved by the Indian universities) form a part of its core collection. Research scholars from different region visit NASSDOC to consult this collection. As a national institution, NASSDOC aims to build a truly representative collection of Ph.D. theses in each of the areas that make up the social sciences. Ph.D. dissertations on India by Indian / foreign students approved by the foreign universities are also acquired. Procedure for Acquisition NASSDOC closely scrutinises the announcements made by the universities regarding award of Ph.D. degree. The periodical 'University News' is also scanned regularly for this purpose. Thereafter, a letter is sent to the scholars requesting them to send the details of his research work, i.e. synopsis containing scope, methodology , objectives and major findings. The details are examined by a screening committee. Final decision on acquisition of these is taken on the basis of the recommendations of this committee. Terms and Conditions Scholars are required to fill in a proforma. This is sent along with the synopsis. (Click on the following link to download the form) http://www.icssr.org/doc_acq%20_thesis_annexure1.htm A formal order for purchase of a copy of thesis is sent to the scholar after receiving the recommendation of the screening committee. An amount of Rs.1500/- is paid to a scholar for the thesis sent to NASSDOC. It is necessary to send the text of the thesis in electronic form alongwith a hard copy (Print) version of the work. A scholar who submits only the print version of the thesis is paid Rs. 750/- only. The scholars who have received publication grant from ICSSR are required to submit a complimentary copy of their Ph.D. theses. As on today NASSDOC has collection of 5650 Ph.D. these in the field of social science. Blog : http://icssr-nassdoc.blogspot.in/ Webopac : http://202.71.128.164:9080/icssr/html/SearchForm FB : http://www.facebook.com/icssrnassdoc S N Chari Documentation Officer ICSSR-NASSDOC 35, Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi - 110001. http://icssr-nassdoc.blogspot.com/ http://libercafe.blogspot.com/ http://www.facebook.com/rajasnchari/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: [libtech] Is a Master’s Degree in Library Science a Poor Investment? A Counter Perspective
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 31 Mar '12

31 Mar '12

From: Moderator <libtechmoderator(a)yahoo.in> Subject: [libtech] Is a Master’s Degree in Library Science a Poor Investment? A Counter Perspective To: libtech(a)yahoogroups.com Date: Wednesday, 28 March, 2012, 18:04 Is a Master's Degree in Library Science a Poor Investment? A Counter Perspective to Forbes Magazine by DoroteaSzkolarIn the June 2011 Forbes online edition, Jacquelyn Smith ranked a Master's degree in Library Sciences as the one of worst Masters Degrees a student could invest in. She based the rankings on employment projection data and average mid-career pay compared to other people in similar jobs. I can understand Smith's conclusions: based solely on statistical data, librarianship on average does make less than engineering, mathematicians and physicists. My issue with her analysis is that statistical data alone does not provide a complete picture of the opportunities presented by obtaining a degree in librarianship. I disagree with the assertion that a degree in information sciences in an information age is a poor investment. So, let me provide a counter perspective to supplement the statistical analysis and create a more complete picture of the benefits for those considering the degree. Career Opportunities Outside the Library Smith wrongly assumes in her analysis that graduates can only work in a library. The truth is, a Master's degree in library and information sciences provides a set of skills which does not limit graduates to just libraries. The ability to navigate and manage information is not a useless skill and there are many non-librarian jobs the degree qualifies graduates for, including: information resources specialist, researcher, meta-data analyst, documentation specialist and creative project manager. In fact, fellow contributing blogger Mia Brietkopf wrote an excellent article on 61 non-traditional jobs for LIS grads. LIS degree holders have utilized their skills to establish successful businesses. For example, Professor of Practice Jill Hurst-Wahl of the Information School at Syracuse University runs a consulting firm for digitization initiatives. From a personal example, I am currently working on a non-traditional librarian project; I am writing a project planning, marketing and assessment plan for Polaris Software Company's new community cataloging software for libraries. The above jobs do not take place in a library and are not part of the traditional librarian career path. Therefore, such jobs are not accounted for in the above statistical data. As with any degree, if you limit yourself to just the traditional career options, of course your job options will be limited. Librarian Revolution = More Opportunities The statistical data also does not account for the current revolution and innovation librarianship is undergoing, and the resulting opportunities. The stereotype of a mean old lady with her hair tied tightly back and lost in the stacks of an austere library is being replaced with a welcoming digitally advanced and community involved organization. To remain relevant in today's information and digital world, librarians continue to undertake innovative projects and services needed by communities. A key action area of the American Library Association is to "transformation of libraries and library services in a dynamic and increasingly global digital information environment". This revolution is providing a host of exciting projects for LIS graduates. To give an example, the Fayetteville Free library recently installed a new service, the Fab lab, making expensive commercial machines and software for creating, developing and testing innovative ideas available to the community, including a 3D model printer. Career Advancement Finally, the statistical data fails to mention that the Master's degree is a necessary investment for advancing one's career in librarianship. An MLIS is often required when applying for professional librarian jobs, especially in regards to the more advanced positions such as director or manager. This is why I am pursuing my Master's degree: In looking at job postings and talking with people in the field, I quickly discovered that a lack of educational credentials would quickly eliminate me for consideration for the director or manager positions I was seeking. An MLIS is necessary to become a certified public librarian and school of media librarian in New York State. Furthermore, a Master's degree program exposes aspiring librarians to a multitude of ideas, lectures, seminars and the opportunities to professionally network with leaders in the field, which might otherwise be inaccessible. Yes, a master's degree in librarianship is an investment, and like many investments, you are not guaranteed a certain salary or position upon graduation. This degree usually does not make its recipients millionaires. However, a Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences provides a set of skills in information literacy, and great opportunities for graduates who work hard and are willing to be nontraditional and innovative. There are opportunities and benefits to a Master's in Library and Informational Sciences degree which the statistics do not accurately reflect. SOURCE: here __._,_.___ To visit your group on the web,go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/libtech/ ************************************************************ Dear Professionals; Your contributions in this forum will indeed generate a valuable source of information that can contribute to the generation of new ideas and the collection of concrete experiences on how to face professional challenges. 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The 12 greatest entrepreneurs of our time, published in the Fortune Magazine
by Venkata Kesavan 30 Mar '12

30 Mar '12

Dear Friend, You may like to read a special cover story, entitled, The 12 greatest entrepreneurs of our time, by John A. Byrne, published in the Fortune Magazine (Issue dated, April 9, 2012: pp. 50-62), featuring the profiles of the following 12 greatest global entrepreneurs. We should all feel proud that this list features Mr. N. R. Narayana Murthy, Chairman Emeritus, Infosys, (ranked 10th), the only Indian to achieve this great honour. The Greatest Entrepreneurs List (as ranked the report) 1. Mr. Steve Jobs (Apple) 2. Mr. Bill Gates (Microsoft) 3. Mr. Fred Smith (FedEx) 4. Mr. Jeff Bezos (Amazon) 5. Mr. Larry Page and Sergey Brin (Google) 6. Mr. Howard Schultz (Starbucks) 7. Mr. Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook) 8. Mr. John Mackey (Whole Foods) 9. Mr. Herb Kelleher (Southwest Airlines) 10. Mr. Narayana Murthy (Infosys) 11. Mr. Sam Walton (Wal-Mart Stores) 12. Mr. Muhammad Yunus (Grameen Bank) Please view the complete cover story online at: http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2012/news/companies/1203/gallery.greatest-ent repreneurs.fortune/index.html Regards, R . VENKATA KESAVAN DGM & HEAD TIMES ARCHIVES & KNOWLEDGE CENTRE (TAKC) THE TIMES GROUP THE TIMES OF INDIA BUILDING, 2ND FLOOR DR. D. N. ROAD MUMBAI 400 001 PH: (B): +91-22-66353535 (EXT.: 4470) CELL: 09323812172 TAKC - Knowledge is Our Heritage END -- Tough 10! Hollywood's 10 Toughest heroes every night at 11pm all this month only on MOVIES NOW! Disclaimer :- The information in this e-mail and any attachments is confidential and may be legally privileged. It is intended solely for the addressee or addressees. If you are not an intended recipient, please delete the message and any attachments and notify the sender of misdelivery. Any use or disclosure of the contents of either is unauthorised and may be unlawful. All liability for viruses is excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender states them, with requisite authority, to be those of the specific TIMES GROUP company. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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K.N. Raj Library – Catalogue available on Internet
by Sriram V 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Dear fellow professionals, I am happy to inform that the catalogue (OPAC) of K. N. Raj Library, Centre for Development Studies can now be accessed on the Internet. This service is available at the URL http://cdslib.cds.ac.in:8080/opac/ Even though all standard browsers are supported, it works better with Mozilla Firefox. Request you all to take a look and provide your valuable feedback. Thank and Regards, V. Sriram Chief Librarian, K N Raj Library Centre for Development Studies Prasanth Nagar, Ulloor Thiruvananthapuram - 695011. India P +91 471 2448881-4, C +91 94472 51892 E-mail: sriram(a)cds.ac.in Web: http://people.cds.ac.in/sriram -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Query
by sanjay sethi 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Dear Moderator Please publish following post My learned professional will please address my query Is there any recognised qualification which may be treated equivalent to B. LIB .I.Sc for government job. If yes please give name of such course and from where we can pursue it. Dr Sanjay Sethi Librarian Department of Admin. Reforms & Pub. Grievances Sansad Marg New Delhi Phone:- 011-23401477 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Survey : Use and Applications of Open Source Software in Libraries
by sandeep bhavsar 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Respected All, I am pursuing my Ph.D and working on dissertation entitled “Use and Applications of Open Source Software in Libraries.” I would like to invite you to participate in Survey which will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. All data entered will be kept confidential, strictly protected and only be used for this research. To participate in the survey please visit http://tinyurl.com/bqepbd6 Please feel free to share above link to your colleagues in your Institute / Company which will help me to get good response. Thank you in advance for your time and contribution. Looking forward to a good response. Thanks and Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr. V N Bedekar Institute of Management Studies, Thane, Maharashtra INDIA Mob : 9987049099 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Job Post for Project Director DKMA, ICAR, New Delhi, India
by Sridhar Gutam 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

Apologies for this post. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) <http://www.icar.org.in> had advertised for the post of Directorate of Knowledge Management in Agriculture (D-KMA), ICAR, New Delhi. The essential qualifications are: (i) Doctoral degree in Agriculture or any branch of science/social science/communication relevant to agriculture including relevant basic sciences. (ii) At least 5 years experience as a Scientist in the pay scale of ‘16400-20000 (pre-revised) or in an equivalent position. OR An eminent scientist/Professional having proven record of scientific contribution/working in a reputed organization/Institute having at least 18 years experience in communication management/science writing/editing and S&T communication. (iii) Evidence of contributions to communication management/research / teaching / extension education as supported by published work /innovations. Desirable: (i) Specialization/experience in publication/information Dissemination/S&T communication /editing/management including experience in a senior position in a media/publication/public relations organization concerned with dissemination of scientific and research knowledge through print & electronic mode. (ii) Experience in research management with evidence of scientific leadership, vision/perspective on agricultural research. Here is the link of the advt. http://www.icar.org.in/en/node/4389 I hope a good open access advocate with free knowledge philosophy would join the post. Thanks & Regards Sridhar ______________________________________________ Sridhar Gutam PhD, ARS, Patent Laws (NALSAR), IP & Biotech. (WIPO) Senior Scientist (Plant Physiology) Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture <http://www.cishlko.org> Rehmankhera, Kakori Post Lucknow 227107, Uttar Pradesh, India Phone: +91-522-2841022/23/24; Fax: +91-522-2841025 Mobile:+91-9005760036/8005346136 <https://www.facebook.com/gutamsridhar> <http://www.linkedin.com/in/sridhargutam> <http://twitter.com/gutam2000><http://works.bepress.com/sridhar_gutam/rss.html> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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REPORT- Six day Training Course in Research Methodology and Computer Applications in Social Science Research organized by the Department of Library & Information Science, AMU in collaboration with Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi
by zafar iqbal 29 Mar '12

29 Mar '12

The six day national training course in “Research Methodology and Computer Applications in Social Science Research” organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Aligarh Muslim University in collaboration with ICSSR, New Delhi got off with recitation of holy verses from the Quran on 20th March 2012. Dr. Naushad Ali P.M, Chairman and Course Director welcomed the gathering and gave an introduction about the Training Course. The Training Programme was inaugurated by Prof. P.B. Mangla, former Dean and member, National Knowledge Commission. He appreciated the efforts made by the department of Library and Information Science holding such a wonderful training programme on such a novel theme of the time. He laid emphasis to the interdisciplinary research in social sciences. In his concluding remarks, he insisted upon three major components of research process-Shravan, Chintan, and Mannan which can lead to an effective and smooth sailing of any type of research. Prof. Anwar Jahan Zuberi, the Dean, Faculty of Social Science, AMU and former Vice Chancellor, Calicut University, presided over the session. Dr. Sudharma Haridasan, Associated professor expressed vote of thanks. 55 participants from all over the country participated in the course. The six day training course covered multiple thought provoking and knowledgeable topics from various resource persons and hands on training on citation tools, online questionnaire, SPSS and R software were given. The valedictory session was presided over by the University Registrar Prof. V.K. Abdul Jaleel. He praised the efforts of the department to organize training course which is the first of its kind in social science faculty and showed a great concern to organize such training programmes in future as well. He also admired the activeness of the department in the university which has played a great role in bringing up the fame to university. Such type of programme will help to increase quality research publications of A.M.U. The chief guest Prof. Akhtar Haseeb said that the social science research is moving at a very rapid pace nowadays and is trying to be more valid and vivid in tackling today’s growing social problems. He praised the way that computer technology is being effectively used in social science research and wished to carry on in organizing the same type of courses in future to cope up with modern research needs. Dr. Naushad Ali P.M. chairman and Course director, summarized the highlights of the sessions and praised the participants for their enthusiasm, patience and cooperation throughout the course. Prof. Shabahat Husain, Librarian in Charge, MAL, extended vote of thanks to all the dignitaries and the gathering. He thanked ICSSR, New Delhifor their support and financial assistance. He said that one has to be vibrant and dynamic enough in his professional career in order to learn, gain and spread knowledge and stressed to stick to professional ethics for success. Prof. Akhtar Haseeb and Prof. V.K. Abdul Jaleel distributed the certificates and CDs which contain course materials and software to the participants. (Dr. Naushad Ali P.M.) Chairman Department of Library & Information Science Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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International Journal of Information Research (ISSN 2249-8273)’ , 2nd Issue , December, 2011.
by Shriram Pandey 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Dear Sir/Madam, I am very pleased to inform all of you that with the help of our esteemed editorial board member and review committee of national and International ‘International Journal of Information Research (ISSN 2249-8273)’ has been released its second issue of December, 2011. TABLE OF CONTENTS Editorial Scientometric analysis of chemical science journals S. L. Sangam1 & Mrs. Meera2 Bibliometric analysis of the citations of doctoral theses in chemistry submitted to the North Bengal University: an in depth studyMd. Ziaur Rahman1 & Udayan Bhattacharya2 Electronic information resources and undergraduate users’ patronage in university of Lagos library: a survey Ngozi B. Ukachi Information seeking behaviour of library users at Aryabhatta Research Institute Of Observational Sciences (ARIES), India Prashant Kumar1 & Surjeet Kumar2 Assessment of open source software (OSS) training among LIS professionals working in engineering institutions B. Jeyapragash 1, V. Geetha 2, K. S. Sivakumaren 3, S. Gopalakrishnan4 Impact of LIS education on the work and career of LIS graduates of SNDT women’s university, India Mrs. Jyoti Bhabal Lost on web: retrieval issues with web information Aditya Tripathi User awareness and use of online journals at the Annamalai University library: a survey S. Thanuskodi Library education in Eritrea (North East Africa) Yogesh Bajpai Millennium development goals, information literacy and young women empowerment: the role of an NGO resource centre in Nigeria Stella Ngozi Ifeoma Anasi1 and Ngozi Blessing Ukachi2 SEMINAR REPORT Report on national seminar on making library service reach to the unreached 28-29 October, 2010, Manipur University, Canchipur, Imphal (India) Ch. Ibohal Singh BOOK RIVIEW Benchmarks in ICT Applications in LIS Practices Author: M.S. Rana, D.C. Ojha and N.K. Swain, Reviewed by: Anil Kumar Jharotia I am glad to invite you to submit your article for the June’ 2012 issue of ‘International Journal of Information Research (ISSN: 2249-8273)’. The International Journal of Information Research is a fully peer-reviewed print as well as online open access scholarly journal that is being published quarterly by the ‘Society for Scholarly Publishing and Open Access Resources (SPOARS)’. This is a print as well as an online open access journal for library, information and management (LIM) professionals. In this journal articles, reviews, proceeding papers, and news items, etc are published. SUBMISSION GUIDELINE Authors are requested to submit their manuscripts in .doc or .rtff format by email attachment to editorijir(a)gmail.com. Submissions should not be longer than 5,000 words including abstract, figures, tables, references and appendices. All manuscripts submitted to the journal will be double-blind refereed by expert and members of the editorial board. The journal’s committee will remove personal details for the purpose of blind review process. =================================== Best Regard Prof. H. N. Prasad, Editor-in-Chief Department of Library and Information Science Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (U. P.) PIN -221 005 (India) Contact No. +91- 9415336709 (Mob.) Email ID: editorijir(a)gmail.com http://www.bhu.ac.in/dlis/ ==================================== -- ================================================= Shri Ram Pandey Assistant Professor DLIS, Mohan Lal Sukhadia University Udaipur, Rajasthan, India Phone No. +91-9636383110 Website:http://www.linkedin.com/pub/shriram-pandey/6/844/224 ================================================= By not printing this email you've helped save paper, ink, and millions of trees. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request article
by mangesh talmale 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Dear Professionals, I need the following article send it to me if you have this one. Title:Bibliometrics, Informetrics, Scientometrics and Librametrics: An Overview by Sengupta I.N. Libri. Volume 42, Issue 2, Pages 75–98, ISSN (Online) 1865-8423, ISSN (Print) 0024-2667, DOI: 10.1515/libr.1992.42.2.75, October 2009. Regards, Mangesh Talmale -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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West Bengal Government has banned all English dailies and at least two leading Bengali newspapers in state funded libraries
by Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Dear Professionals The above news came to the notice of IASLIC recently. News is being forwarded to you for information. We are worried to learn this. Discussion is going on in this regard in IASLIC. You can send your comments to iaslic.india(a)gmail.com =============================================== West Bengal Government has banned all English dailies and at least two leading Bengali newspapers in state funded libraries http://www.ndtv.com/article/india/in-bengal-mamata-to-decide-what-you-read-… Kolkata: In West Bengal's 2,482 state run libraries there is a new notice pasted. There will be no English papers to read. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) government has banned all English dailies and at least two leading Bengali newspapers in state funded libraries. The government circular says "In public interest, Government will not buy newspapers published or purported to be published by any political party either national or regional as a measure to develop free thinking among the readers." Libraries in Kolkata have already begun displaying the notice saying- following a government order dated 14 March 2012; only eight newspapers will henceforth be available. In the list of newspapers now banned are the names of two leading Bengali dailies, the Ananda Bazar Patrika and Bartaman; both not owned by political parties. Ironically, of the 8 newspapers available to readers, Sangbad Pratidin is a Bengali paper owned by TMC Rajya Sabha (RS) MP Srinjoy Bose. The Associate Editor is Kunal Ghosh who has just been elected to RS on TMC ticket. Also on that list is Sanmarg, a Hindi newspaper whose director is Vivek Gupta and Akbar-e-Masriq whose senior journalist is Nadimul Haq. Both Mr Gupta and Mr Haq have just been elected to RS on TMC ticket. The only banned newspaper that is published by a political party is Ganashakti, which is a CPM mouthpiece. Users of public libraries are already surprised and shocked at this decision of the state government and suspect newspapers critical of the government have been banned. "Only papers that are supporting the TMC are being kept here. We protest this," said Sushanto Seth a regular visitor at libraries. The issue was brought up in the state Assembly by a Congress MLA who called the government circular undemocratic and urged the chief minister to have it withdrawn. Mamata Banerjee was not present in the Assembly at that time. The minister in charge of public libraries was not available for comment. Read more at: http://www.ndtv.com/article/india/in-bengal-mamata-to-decide-what-you-read-… ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ==========================================================================================================পীযূষকান্তি পাণিগ্রাহী Dr Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Professor & Head, Dept of Lib and Inf Science, 3rd Floor Asutosh Building, University of Calcutta, 87/1 College Street,Kolkata - 700 073, West Bengal, India, email : panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com, (M) : +91 94342 43522. General Secretary, Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres (IASLIC), P-291, CIT Scheme No 6M , Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700 054, India; Associate Editor, IASLIC Bulletin ; Member, Continuing Professional Development and Workplace Learning (CPDWL), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), NetherlandsMember, Library Committee, The Asiatic Society, Kolkata. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Articles need urgently...
by Mohammad Pasha 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

1. Dear Professionals, Our Nursing faculty urgently needed this below articles for her research work. If any professional have below mention articles please email to me mggpasgha(a)gmail.com if 1. A Practice-Research Model for Collaborative Partnership * Collegian: Journal of the Royal College of Nursing Australia*, Volume 8, Issue 4, Pages 27-32 (2001) 2. 2. Dedicated education unit: An innovative clinical partner education model * Nursing Outlook*, Volume 55, Issue 1, Pages 31-37 (2007) * * * * 3. 3. Teach Learn Med.<http://mhsuex/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/…>2010 Apr;22(2):131-6. *Putting students in charge: a symposium on student-centered learning.* Rangachari PK<http://mhsuex/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?…> . * * *Hope our professional will do the needful. * * * *Thanks & Regards,* *Mohammed Ghouse Pasha* *Librarian,* *RAK Medical & Health Sciences University,* *Ras Al Khaimah - UAE* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Application for the post of Librarian, Deputy Librarian and Assistant Librarian in Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur
by Subhodip Bid 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

*Dear Professional * Application for the post of Librarian, Deputy Librarian and Assistant Librarian in Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur LIBRARIAN [Pay Band of Rs.37400-67000 with the Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 10000/-] DEPUTY LIBRARIAN [Pay Band of Rs.15600-39100 with the Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 8000/-] ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN [Pay Band of Rs.15600-39100 with the Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 6000/-] For more details http://www.nagpuruniversity.org/pdf/Advertisement_for_the_statutory_March_2… - SUBHODIP BID M.Sc,M.L.I.S, AIS Information Professional 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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Are libraries resisting open source?
by Vimal Kumar 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

"How have libraries and library schools become a stumbling block for the open source movement? Open source could--and should--be part of the local library, an experience that revolves around making information freely available and accessible to all." http://opensource.com/education/12/3/are-libraries-resisting-open-source -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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A Web Survey
by anindya basu 27 Mar '12

27 Mar '12

Respected Sir/Madam, We are conducting a web-survey on Copyright related issues and scope of Open Access in scholarly communication among scientists,researchers from various establishments.This web survey will help to understand the current trend of copyright related issues faced by the authors/creators,trend of open access publishing ,psychology of authors pertaining to Open Access publishing .Kindly give a few minutes to fill up the survey in the following link- http://kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=LNKDKH_7e9728d0 Your co-operaion is highly solicited. Yours faithfully, Madhuryamay Das(DRTC,ISI Bangalore) Anindya Basu(DRTC,ISI Bangalore) Gayathri Devi S, Information Scientist,NLSIU,Bangalore <http://kwiksurveys.com/?s=LNKDKH_7e9728d0> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Two day National Conference on “Trends in Developing and Managing E-Resources in Libraries” at VTU Belgaum
by Dr.K.R. Mulla 27 Mar '12

27 Mar '12

*Dear Forum Moderator :* * * *Kindly arrange to announce the following presentations for the benefit of the lis-forum members. * *Yours truly* * * *Dr. K. R. Mulla, Librarian, Visvesvaraya Technological University, "Jnana Sangama," Belgaum - 590 018, Karnataka, India. * *************************************************** * * *Sorry for the cross posting* * * *Dear Sir/Madam,* * * *I am happy to inform you that, the Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) is organizing two day National Conference on “Trends in Developing and Managing E-Resources in Libraries”, scheduled to be held during 3rdweek of May 20012. * * * * The following themes have been identified:* * * - *Types of e-resources and its utilities;* - *Mandatory requirement v/s subscription of e-resources,;* - *Policies, selection and budgeting of e-resources;* - *Latest trends in collection development of e-resources;* - *Competitive skills and techniques of professionals in organizing e-resources;* - *Tools and techniques in organizing e-resources;* - *Organization of e-resources using Open Source Software (OSS);* - *Need for management of e-resources;* - *Challenges, methods and impacts of e-resources;* - *Strategic planning and management of e-resources;* - *Provision to access virtual e-resources;* - *Effective usage of e-resources;* - *Optimum usage of e-resources;* - *Access patterns of e-resources using remote web portals; and* - *Selecting patterns of e-resources for academic/research pursuits.* * * *The interested participants are hereby requested to gear up to submit full text articles to* * vtuerm12(a)gmail.com* *krmulla(a)gmail.com* <krmulla(a)gmail.com> * krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in * * * *The detailed program and dates will be announced shortly, For the details please visit our conference website: http://vtuerm12.webs.com* * * * * * * *With regards* *Dr.K.R.Mulla* *Librarian and Organizing Secretary* *VTU, Belgaum-590018, Karnataka, India* *+91-9449873452 (M)* *+91-9448031969 (M)* *+91-831-2498192 (Fax)* *+91-831-2498191 (L)* *E-mail: vtuerm12(a)gmail.com* * krmulla(a)gmail.com* * krmulla(a)vtu.ac.in* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article needed
by ksgimahesh 27 Mar '12

27 Mar '12

Dear Professionals, i need this article send it to me if you have this one. 1. Further Research of RFID Applying on Exhibition Logistics Ke Ranxuan Peng Guojun Wang Xiaoqin Navig. Inst., Jimei Univ., Xiamen *Issue Date:* 22-24 Sept. 2008 *On page(s): * 631 - 634 *Digital Object Identifier:* 10.1109/CW.2008.144 -- *With Regards* ** * Mahesh. Y Assistant Librarian, K.S.School of Engineering & Management, K.S.Group of Institutions, Bangalore-62. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Making Efforts from India to join EIFL
by Sridhar Gutam 26 Mar '12

26 Mar '12

Dear Librarians, For the enabling access to knowledge in India for education, learning, research and for sustainable livelihoods, I am convinced that India should join EIFL <http://www.eifl.net/>. I am sending this mail to you all to have your opinion on this issue. >From the EIFL site, I could see that their programmes are on 1. EIFL-Licensing: Through central negotiation with publishers, EIFL negotiates highly discounted prices and fair terms of use to increase access to scholarly material which is essential for research and education. 2. EIFL-OA: Open access: EIFL advocates for the adoption of open access policies and mandates. EIFL also builds capacities to launch and sustain open access repositories. 3. EIFL-IP: Copyright and libraries: EIFL seeks to address these issues by promoting fair and balanced copyright laws that support libraries in providing access to knowledge. 4. EIFL-FOSS: Free and open source software for libraries: EIFL supports the deployment of free and open source software and provides the necessary training, enabling libraries to achieve significant cost savings. I am sure that together we all can convince our managements and consortia to join EIFL. More can be read at http://www.eifl.net/consortium-management and http://www.eifl.net/faq/consortium-management Please also see the attachment. Thanks & Regards Sridhar _________________________________________________________________________ Sridhar Gutam PhD, ARS, PG Dip Patent Laws (NALSAR), IP & Biotechnology (WIPO) Senior Scientist (Plant Physiology) & Joint Secretary, ARSSF Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture (CISH) Rehmankhera, P.O.Kakori, Lucknow 227107, Uttar Pradesh, India Fax: +91-522-2841025, Phone: +91-522-2841022/23/24; Mobile:+91-9005760036 CISH http://www.cishlko.org ARSSF http://www.arssf.co.nr My site http://www.gutam.co.nr My Publications http://works.bepress.com/sridhar_gutam/ My Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/gutam2000 My Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gutamsridhar My LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sridhargutam -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ETTLIS-2012, 3rd International Symposium, October 26-27, 2012, Venue-Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Raghogarh, Guna (MP)
by Sambhaji Patil 26 Mar '12

26 Mar '12

*ETTLIS-2012* 3rd International Symposium on *“Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services”* *October 26-27, 2012* Jointly Organized by *Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Guna (MP) – India* *Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida (UP) – India* *Society for Advancement of Library and Information Services (SALIS-Delhi-NCR)* Venue *Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Raghogarh, Guna (MP)* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Background* We are glad to inform you that 3rd International Symposium on *“Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services”* will be organized at ‘Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Raghogarh, Distt-Guna (Madhya Pradesh) from 26-27 October, 2012. Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Guna was established in the year 2003 with an MOU signed between Jaiprakash Sewa Sansthan (a not-for-profit trust sponsored by Rs. 15,000 Cr Jaypee Group) and the Government of Madhya Pradesh with an aim of becoming a Center of Excellence in Engineering and Technology. The Government of MP, vide gazette extra ordinary no. 3 of 2010 dated 29th April 2010, has established Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology (JUET), Raghogarh, Guna as a private university in the State of MP under the provisions of MP Niji Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam 2007. Since then the university is imparting engineering education in the area of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, .Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering through its B Tech, M Tech and PhD Programs. The Theme of the International Symposium *‘Emerging Trends and Technologies in Libraries and Information Services’** *the third of its series, previously held in JIIT- Noida (18-20 December, 2008) and JUIT Waknaghat (June 3-5, 2010) is now being organized at JUET campus during 26-27 October, 2012. The theme is quite relevant to the need of current information society where the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has changed the face of traditional library by ever changing interest of the users. The symposium will provide a platform for librarians, information professionals, IT intellectuals to share their ideas in the field of recent activities and applications in Library and Information Services by eminent speakers from International arena and Indian subcontinent in the form of research papers, key note address, poster presentations, and panel discussions. Papers are invited to the following themes but not limited to: *The Themes of the Symposium* * * Ø *Emerging Technologies in Libraries and Information Services* v Cloud computing and Library Services v Digital Libraries and Future v Distributed and Collaborative information spaces v E –Resources Management v Information Access: Retrieval and Browsing v Integration of Information Resources v Interoperability in Digital Libraries v Knowledge Organization and Ontologies in Digital Library v Metadata standards and protocols in digital library systems v Mobile Technology and Its Application in Library Services v Personalization in Digital Libraries v Security of Library Resources Ø *Global Best Practice in Libraries and Information Services* v Content and Knowledge Management v Data and Information Security v Digital Content Management System v Digital Library in Cultural Heritage v Digital Preservation/Archives v Electronic Resource Management v Federated Search Engine v International Standards and Library Systems v Quality Assurance in Scholarly Communication v Resource Access and Management v Search Optimization and Information Retrieval * * * *Ø *Changing Dimensions of Libraries in Internet Era* v Content Management System v Generations of Internet Technology v Semantic Web v Social Media and Applications in Libraries v Social Networks, Virtual Organization and Networked Information v Web 2.0 Technologies and its Applications v Web Archiving and Preservation Ø *User Expectation, Experience in Virtual Library System: Case studies* v Academic Library v Data and Information Management in Virtual Organizations v E-Governance and Libraries v Electronic Learning v Enterprise Information Services by Libraries v Information Literacy v Public Library v Special Library v User Awareness Services v User Mobility and Context awareness in Information Access v User Studies and Evaluation of Digital Library Systems and Applications Ø *Perception Change in Librarianship* v Consortia and Networks v Customer Relation Management v Delivery and Exchange of Service v Electronic Information System v Ethics and Values v Government and Private Partnership v Open Access and Movement v Professional Behavior and the Changing Attitudes v Second Generation Library Services Providers and Consumers Ø *Socio Legal Perspective in Library and Information Services* v Content License Agreement v Copyright Issues v Cyberinfrastructure architectures, applications, and deployments v Digital Right Management v Ethics and Values v Intellectual Property Right v Patent Information System v Plagiarism v Quality Assurance and Best Practices in Digital Scholarship * ** Important Dates* Deadline for Paper Submission *30 June, 2012* Notifications for Acceptance *30 July, 2012* Camera Ready Paper Submission *30 August, 2012* Deadline for Early Registration *30 August, 2012* Last Date of Registration *30 September, 2012* Symposium Date *26-27 October, 2012* We are confident that your participation and invitation to all other concern library professionals for attending this symposium will help us to achieve the goal of the symposium. For more, please click: http://jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS2012/index.php/home For Any queries related to symposium and paper submission, please contact us at Symposium Secretariat *Dr Sanjay Kataria* Organizing Secretary (ETTLIS-2012) Jaypee Institute of Information Technology A-10, Sect – 62, Noida (UP) Ph. +91 120-2590851, (M) +91 89881 17994 Email: ettlis2012(a)gmail.com Website http://jiit.ac.in/jiit/ETTLIS2012/index.php/home Join us Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003315740528 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Telephonic Communication may be addressed to ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Shri Ram Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknaghat, Solan - 173 234 Himachal Pradesh, India +91 8989117994 Email: shriram2576(a)gmail.com From Mr. Sambhaji G. Patil Librarian (Central Library) MET's Institute of Engineering, Bhujbal Knowledge City, Adgaon, Nashik-422003 Nashik (Maharashtra) 09420691868 sambhajipatil07(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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Guidelines for data conversion from SOUL to Koha
by Vimal Kumar 25 Mar '12

25 Mar '12

Dear Friends, Here is a documentation for convert data from SOUL verson 1 to Koha. http://kohageek.pbworks.com/w/page/52187505/soul2koha This documentation only for converting book details. I just prepared this documentation based on my experience in this process. I know lot of other ways to do the same process. I expect your valuable feedback to improve this documentation. I once again remind Koha users to participate in the following survey, http://kwiksurveys.com?u=kohasurvey <http://kwiksurveys.com/?u=kohasurvey> Thank you again for my friends who have already filled the same survey. -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Librarian - Scientist B- at CESS Trivandrum- last date 31 Nov 2011
by NASAR 25 Mar '12

25 Mar '12

There is a vacancy for the post of Librarian (Scientist - B) at Centre for Earth Science Studies, Thiruvananthapuram. For detaisl pls visit : http://www.cess.res.in/category/notifications/careers Best Regards Abdunnasar. A IIST, Thiruvananthapurm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Posts in Library and Information Science in Indian Employment News: http://www.iemploymentnews.com website
by Dr. Badan Barman 24 Mar '12

24 Mar '12

Respected forum members, The following are the vacancies from Indian Employment News: http://www.iemploymentnews.com website in the field of Library and Information Science 1. Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), Manasagangotri, Mysore- 570006, Karnataka Applications in 8 Sets in the prescribed form from the eligible Indian citizens are invited for the following Teaching Posts in different Departments of Studies offering various Programmes (comprising Postgraduate/Undergraduate/Diploma courses) at Karnataka State Open University, Mysore : 1. Assistant Professor : 42 posts 2. Associate Professor : 05 posts 3. Librarian : 01 post Last Date of Application: 10/4/2012. Advertisement in the Official Website: http://ksoumysore.edu.in/PDFFiles/Teaching%20Notification.pdf. Application form in the Official Website: http://ksoumysore.edu.in/PDFFiles/Application%20Format%20TEACHING.pdf Source: Indian Employment News: http://www.iemploymentnews.com 2. Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), ITI (Gas Rahat) Building, Govindpura, Bhopal - 462023 (MP) Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is looking for dedicated and committed candidates to fill-up the following vacancies on Regular/ Contractual/ Deputation basis. : 1. Dy. Librarian : 01 post 2. Exe. Engineer (Elec.) : 01 post 3. Asst. Registrar : 03 posts 4. Physical Edu. Trainer : 01 post 5. Library Info. Asst. : 01 post 6. Asst. Security Officer : 01 post 7. Jr. Engineer (Civil) : 01 post 8. Jr. Office Asst. (MS) : 02 posts 9. Jr. Asst. (MS) : 07 posts 10. Lab Assistant : 06 posts Last Date of Application: 23/4/2012. Advertisement in the Official Website: http://www.iiserb.ac.in/vacancies2012123.html . Source: Indian Employment News: http://www.iemploymentnews.com Thanking you, Yours faithfully (Dr. Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Guwahati-781006, Assam Toll Free Number: 1800 345 3613 Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971 / 092070 49493 Fax: 0361- 2235398. Institutional Websites: http://www.snkkhsou.org / http://www.clkkhsou.org / http://www.kkhsou.in Personal Websites: http://www.lislinks.com / http://www.lisformats.com / http://www.oajse.com / http://www.netugc.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need this article...
by Gautam Sarma 24 Mar '12

24 Mar '12

Respected Professionals, One of our research scholar needs the article titled- International Relations: A Review of Rohinton Mistry's *Family Matters* Journal name- University of Toronto Quarterly Publisher- University of Toronto Press Link- http://utpjournals.metapress.com/content/u42485q534850805/ If you have little time & access to the journal please send it to the Email- gkslib(a)gmail.com Thanking you. -- Gautam Kumar Sarma Asst.Librarian & In-Charge IDOL Library Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Gauhati University Assam -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library related jobs from "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com)
by Dr. Badan Barman 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

Respected forum members, The following are the latest job posting from "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com) 1. CCS Haryana Agricultural University (CCS HAU), Hisar - 125004, Haryana, India Librarian (one) Assistant Librarian (three)-one for SC Last Date of Application: 02/04/2012 (17/04/2012 for the candidates of abroad). Website: http://www.hau.ernet.in/advt12012.pdf Source: "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com) website. 2. Central University of Haryana (CUH), Villages (Jant-Pali), Mahendergarh, Haryana 1. Dy. Librarian : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.15600-39100 grade pay Rs.8000 2. Assistant Librarian : 01 post, Pay Scale : Rs.15600-39100 grad pay Rs.6000 Last Date of Application: 30/4/2012. Kindly Check the Website: http://www.cuharyana.org. Source: "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com) website. 3. University of Hyderabad, P.O Central University Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad - 500046 (AP), India University Librarian : 01 post Last Date of Application: 30/4/2012. Kindly Check the Website: http://www.uohyd.ac.in/images/recruitment/faculty_advt_2012.pdf . Source: "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com) website. 4. Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, GT Road, Amritsar, Punjab India 1. Librarian : 01 post 2. Deputy Librarian : 02 posts Last Date of Application: 9/5/2012. Kindly Check the Website: http://gndu.ac.in. Source: "Indian Employment News" (http://www.iemploymentnews.com) website. Thanking you, Yours faithfully (Dr. Badan Barman) Academic Consultant, Library & Information Science, Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University, Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Guwahati-781006, Assam Toll Free Number: 1800 345 3613 Phone: 0361-2234964 / 2235971 / 092070 49493 Fax: 0361- 2235398. Institutional Websites: http://www.snkkhsou.org / http://www.clkkhsou.org / http://www.kkhsou.in Personal Websites: http://www.lislinks.com / http://www.lisformats.com / http://www.oajse.com / http://www.netugc.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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vacancy @ IIT Mandi ( Hiamchal Pradesh)
by Veeru 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

Dear all, *INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MANDI MANDI (HP)* Advertisement No. IIT MANDI/NT/2012 Dated 13.3.2012 Applications on the prescribed Application Form are invited from Indian Nationals for the following Non-Teaching positions at IIT Mandi. 1. *SR. LIBRARY INFORMATION ASSISTANT* (UR.1) (i) Bachelor’s degree (B. Library) or equivalent diploma in Library Science from a recognized University /Institute or equivalent, obtained after graduation from a recognised university. (ii) Experience of two years in a Library or a one year Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications from a Government Institution or a University. *DESIRABLE:* Master in Library Science (M. Library) *Pay Scale*: PB-2 (Rs 9300-34800) GP-4200 *For more information visit website*:* http://www.iitmandi.ac.in/administration/recruitment.html* *: http://www.iitmandi.ac.in/administration/files/Advt%20for%20Non%20Teaching%… * -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(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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Article request
by shivaram gowda 21 Mar '12

21 Mar '12

Dear Professionals, One of our scientists require the below mentioned article for his research work. We appreciate if someone can send us the soft copy. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Title: A high resolution, high sensitivity color schlieren method Author: P.H. Cords, Jr. Journal : Optical Engineering(SPIE Journal) 6:p85-88, 1968. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks in advance, With Regards, Shivaram BS ICAST, CSIR-NAL Kodihalli Bangaluru-560017 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Human Resource Management (HRM) in Libraries & Information Centres', March 27, 2:30 PM onwards
by Mailing List Admin 21 Mar '12

21 Mar '12

Date: Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:23:10 +0530 From: Varsha <varsha.joshi(a)icicibank.com> Effective Human Resource Management is a challenge in the current scenario worldwide. Libraries and Information Centres are generally viewed as cost centres resulting in many unanswered issues. With limited training in managing human capital, we rely often on our individual traits and leadership styles through trial and error. We sometimes shy away from openly expressing our concerns and doubts on people management & HR practices We are all fortunate to be working with talented knowledge workers - skilled, semi skilled & untrained. Our domain also requires us to work directly with the Top Management and also with clients, directly and indirectly. We therefore assume that most of our day-to-day issues related to HR are common. Please mark Tuesday, March 27th on your calendar - a platform to discuss, debate and learn from each others experiences; a forum to voice out pressing people issues Date: March 27, 2012 Time: 2:30 p.m. Venue: The American Library We look forward to your esteemed presence at the seminar. We would appreciate if you could confirm your attendance by March 22, 2012 For more details about the program visit : https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzkiWJhz2p5WOUJ6R1MzUnlUQlNpRkFrbDNlX095UQ/… Warm Regards, Varsha

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LISA database
by Sangeetha Govindasami 21 Mar '12

21 Mar '12

Dear Sir/Madam,   kindly let me know where LISA database is available. I want to collect bibliographical data like   1.title 2. Author 3. Author affiliation 4. source 5. language etc.   wheather author affiliation data is available or not is lisa database   with regards G.Sangeetha -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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50 years of DRTC: DRTC alumni meet on 9th July 2012
by ictk drtc 20 Mar '12

20 Mar '12

Hello All, Dear members of the LIS fourm. DRTC is going to hold an Alumni-meet in July. Concerning the meet it is interested to collect the contact details of it's Alumni. Even after a good effort put in, it has failed to know the whereabouts of some of them. Below is a list of the DRTC-alumni with the respective batch-year. Kindly help DRTC by providing the contact-details of the below mentioned personals. ADIS 2006-08 Ghani Syed Raiyan ADIS 2005-07 Neha Singh ADIS 2003-05 Sarandha Singh K M Hussain Rashid ADIS 2000-02 Debanshu Shanmuga Prabha. S Suman. S ADIS 1999-2001 Hatua, Sudip Ranjan Jalal, Samir Kumar Singh, Pramod Kumar ADIS 1998-2000 Sreevidya. S Udayashankar S.S ADIS 1997-1999 Manna Sumit Kumar Suchitra Pattanayak ADIS 1996-1998 Rajeev K.R Udayaprakash C ADIS 1995-1997 Wadekar Abhijeet Sudhakar ADIS 1994-1996 Arpana M Asha. R Rajasri Damodaran Renu Bala Chowdhary Sarkhel Gopal Kumar Unnikrishnan G Vijaya P ADIS 1993-1995 Bakshi Buddhadeb Lakshmi. R Rajeswari V Raju Jagan Mohan Sharmista Nath ADIS 1992-1994 Banerjee Sushanta Das Pradip Reddy Ravindra B ADIS 1991-1993 Chandra Sekara Bharaty Swamy B.V Joshi George. P Kar Bidyut Baran Karthikeyan. S ADIS 1990-1992 Basab Ranjan Shee Dilip V Jeyaraj. K Padhi Biswaranjan Roy Joyadeep ADIS 1989-1991 Gowri. R Palaniyandi M V Somaiah K Sreedevi B V Subramanian R ADIS 1988-1990 Chandana Maity Goswami Sarbai Maya Manikandan. P Nandalal Manik ADIS 1987-1989 Bankapur Vinayak M Karuna Gupta Krishnamurthy. R Mohan. K Srikantaluxmy ADIS 1986-1988 Aprana Ayathan Choudhury Abhijit Dasgupta Sabuj Jeganathan Lalitha M.R Smita Sen ADIS 1985-1987 Gosh Tarak Brahma Panda K.R Rafique Mostafa Kamal Subramanian R.V Suchitra Das ADIS 1984-1986 Jayanthi Parimila Rao S Reddy Ramesh K Sandha D P Saragin Peter Yan Shakunthala K H Shete Ombrakash Vaijinath Suryana Narayanan ADIS 1983-1985 Kumaraswamy. K Muthusamy. R Rao Vinayak G N Reddy Sudarsana D ADIS 1982-1984 Bhandari Krishna Mani Chakraborthi B.K Chakraborthi H.S Inder Mohan Ramadevi V Shelk Saifulla ADIS 1981-1983 Afsar Begum Chikkahuchaiah. M Bhagavan Ramarkishna Bose Kahailal Chattopadyya Amit Kumar Gita N.S Padmini B N Pankaja Pati S.M Shankar Prasad Srinivasan R Vijayalakshmy T ADIS 1979-1981 Ichchangimath G Shivayosi Alphonse. L Anuradha K.T Bhattacharyya Sikha Kittur K N Poornima R Reddy Umakantha Sambi Reddy B Subba Rao M Thankur S B Vijayalekshmy V ADIS 1978-1980 Andrawes G.F Deshpande J Kalpana. K Kumbhar S.R Malathi Nagaraj More R.S Murugesan. T Prakash Chandra L K Rao Narsing R Seetharam M V Shyamala Iyer S Subbrayan. P Vasantha Kumar I Virdi R.S ADIS 1977-1979 Gowda Thimme Gowtham M.S Lakshmi. R ADIS 1976-1978 Ramanan. M Kuppuswamy S Manavalan.V Rao Nagaeswara B Sasikala N Subeash Dattatraya Shirdade ADIS 1975-1977 Govindaiah Naidu. R Gowda Veeranna N D Kamal Kararia Ranjita Maitra Saha Ramakrishna Shailaja N Subrahmanyam. T Vijayalakshmi B ADIS 1974-1976 Gopalakrishna N.K Gupta R.C Kalburgi L.B Leena John Managuli A.S Naganarasimha KS Paul Hare Krishna Wescey G.Y ADIS 1973-1975 Ashok Kumar Hakim Devarmani S Y Keshav V K Mamadpalli S.R Parvatikar RR Peter K M Spurgen C Sugra Begam R ADIS 1972-1974 Bankapur M B Basu Ashok Manmohandas T.K Murthy HSS Murthy S.G.K Nagaraja G R Soma Raju Gupta D.K ADIS 1971-1972 Abraham M.A Basu. Harendranath Joseph. K.S Mitra Priti Sanyal Tushar Kantil Mishra SK ADIS 1970-1971 Mookerjee Bijiyapada Mookherjee B.P Parameswaran. M Samba Murthy N Sayeeda Bano Sinha K M ADIS 1969-1970 Singh Harjit Sinha Manga Prasad Revanna Siddappa H.C ADIS 1968-1969 Amga H.L Jacob Thomas. T Kidwai A.H Mahajan S.G ADIS 1967-1968 Bavadekar PN Chakarborthy A.K Chandra Sekhara Sastry K Chitra. K Gopinath M.A Ranganathan T ADIS 1966-1967 Anandaraman .K Gopinath M V Gupta A.K Gupta B.L Krishnamurthy P.G Sabade MR ADIS 1965-1966 Bhide M.G Gonnetilleke SC Gupta A B Nair VKG Rao Vasudev K N Subramanyan PVS Wasan R.P ADIS 1964-1965 Anjaneyulu. V Das Sakti Pada Nagarathna RA Parthasarathy VV Raghavendra M K Rao Raja D Ch. Seetharama S Semwal G P ADIS 1963-1964 Gundu Rao D Ragavan M.C Subramanyan T V Sikka G.P Upadyaya Prakash Dutta ADIS 1962-1963 Arora G.K Elhence Dinesh Rau MVR In case one has any information or contact details about the individuals in the list, please send a mail to ictk2012(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in. You may also feel free to send a postal mail to: Documentation Research & Training Center Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Bangalore - 560 059 Karnataka. Note: You may visit http://www.drtc.isibang.ac.in/ictk for further information about the Alumni-meet and ICTK-2012) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Mobile library :
by Sathe, Chandrakant 20 Mar '12

20 Mar '12

Dear Sir, Please post: The MBA who runs a library on a bicycle. (Ref: Rediff.com) With regards, Chandrakant Sathe --------------------------------------------------------------------------- G Murgaraj, an MBA from Anna University quit his cushy job in a multinational company to create awarenss about world literature. When he was pursuing his MBA from Anna University in Tamil Nadu five years ago, G Murugaraj had no fancy dreams. He just loved finance as a subject and had decided to go with the flow. Post his MBA, he got a job in a multinational bank but got bored of it quickly. He returned to his hometown at Kumbakonam to provide a hand to the family jewellery business but his father was not too keen to have him there. With no direction visible, he started an advertising agency for people in and around Thanjavur and other Chennai districts. While meeting up with clients he realised that they had little knowledge about the world outside and little exposure to world literature. In fact, they did not read much either, which came as a shock to the voracious reader in Murugaraj. That's when the idea of a 'mobile library' hit the 28-year-old. But without the money to start it up, he was not sure how he would proceed. "I had a lot of books which I had collected over the years and I knew of people who wanted to read but getting those books to them was the question," said Murugaraj. "I thought hard about this and realised that only solution was to take the books to people and that is when the mobile library idea struck me," he said. He could not afford to buy a van, so hired it To begin with, the young MBA graduate started delivering books using his bicycle. But then one could only do so much with a bicycle, considering the number of books and people he was delivering to. "By then, friends too had started contributing books to the library so I had a sizeable number with me," he said. A four-wheeler was clearly in order, from which he could not only deliver books but also put them up on display. Buying a van was something he could ill-afford, so hiring one was a solution. But then again, the daily Rs 800 rental was also beyond reach. It then struck him that he could really use a van for just two to four days a month and other days transport the books on his bicycle. And that's how Murugaraj's mobile library has been functioning for the last seven months in Kumbakonam. "It's a satisfying feeling though I do not make any money. But I was alarmed about the fast declining reading habit among people and children and wanted to do something about it. This is the closest that I can come to in order to make people read more," Murugaraj told. The library has 356 books under 17 classifications The lifetime membership price of the roving library has been kept at a modest Rs 300 only because people cannot afford anything more. "In the beginning I announced a monthly fees of Rs 300 but there were no takers, so I made it Rs 300 for lifetime and now I have almost 30 members. This is only the beginning. Once people get into the habit of reading and enjoy it, they will come in big numbers," the 'librarian' hopes. Murugaraj is on his bike almost everyday, dropping and collecting books. On the days when he hires a four-wheeler, he tries to get new customers by parking the vehicle near temples, colleges and schools in Kumbakonam. He hands over the list of his books with code numbers to interested people. Once a member is on board, all he has to do is pay the fee and receive the book at his doorstep by simply SMSing the book code number to Murugaraj. Today 'Vallalar Library' as Murugaraj has named it, has 356 books under 17 classifications. He takes on members from outside Kumbakonam and the rest of Thanjavur district. He also takes on customers from Chennai. "I visit Chennai almost every week so I don't have an issue with depositing books there," says Murugaraj. Actually, the real reason why Murugaraj visits Chennai so often is because he still runs his little advertising agency from there, the earnings of which help him survive. "My agency clients are few and small-sized but I get my bread and butter from the business. I do not make any money from the library. With the earnings from the agency, Murugaraj has also employed an assistant to help him run the library. "Sometimes there is too much work and I can't do it alone. I also cannot afford to disappoint people at this stage," he says. Though Vallalar Library has a variety of books, the books most frequently picked up are those on health and self-help. Vallalar Library is on Facebook today and can be found on the web at vallalarlibrary.wordpress.com. Murugaraj says that MBA taught him planning and organising which helps him run the library methodically. "I may have not learned library management but I have learned about planning ventures and getting work organised while doing my MBA. The learnings come back to me on a daily basis when I deal with people and my library." His mission to get people into the reading habit seems small and insignificant while his colleagues from his MBA class are pursuing big bucks and in big companies. He says that his work makes him happy and his mission gives him the energy to do well everyday and that is far more satisfying than a job in a big multinational or owning a flashy car. Those who would like to send books for Murugaraj's library can do so at: Vallalar Library, 72/35, Moorthy Chetty Street, Kumbakonam 612 001 Tanjore District, Tamilnadu ============================================================================ With regards, Chandrakant Sathe Librarian Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited P-2, I.T.B.T. Park, Phase II, MIDC, Hinjwadi, Pune - 411 057. Maharashtra, India. Tel: 91-20-39821350, Ext - 2038 Mob: +91 989210410 E-Mail:Chandrakant.Sathe@emcure.co.in http://www.emcure.co.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy @ Lalit Kala Akademi New Delhi
by Veeru 20 Mar '12

20 Mar '12

Dear all, * Lalit Kala Akademi* *Rabindra Bhavan, New Delhi * The Lalit Kala Akademi an autonomous organization established by Govt. of India, Ministry of Culture invites applications from eligible candidates for the following positions on regular basis: 1. *Assistant Secretary Library Services* – (1.post) (*Pay Band *with G.P PB-2 9300-34800+4800) Plus allowances as per Central Govt. employee pay rules. *Age* : Below 30 years relaxable upto a maximum of 15 years in case of candidate working in Government/Autonomous organizations. *Essential Qualifications :* a) A Degree or equivalent in Library Science from a recognized University. b) At least three year experience in a Govt. or Public Library of standing. Desirable: Knowledge of more than one Indian language and qualification in Library services. For more details visit website:* http://121.242.207.115/lalitkala/Advt%20LKA%2012.pdf* * http://lalitkala.gov.in/public-notices.html* -- Thanks and Warm Regards Virupaksh. B. H Library and Information Assistant National Library of India, Kolkata-700027 Email Id: *veerulis(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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request
by Abdul Gafoor 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

Dear professionals I have installed E-GRANTHASALA library software from NIC in my library. I have done my data entry works(accession register) in MICROSOFT EXCEL. Could you help me import this Data to E-granthasala software. How it is possible? Please help ABDUL GAFOOR ASST.LIBRARIAN MESSOA KUTTIPPURAM,MALAPPURAM KERALA-INDIA -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Graduate Trainee
by Rajesh M N 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

*Dear Professionals,* *DCSchool of Mangement and Technology (DCSMAT) <http://www.dcschool.net>, Vagamon invites applications for the post of graduate trainee to work in DCSMAT library and Research Centre in Vagamon Campus, Idukki, Kerala.* *For detailed advertisement follow the link below. http://www.dcschool.net/php/showAnnouncementDetails.php?ann_id=9 Regards, Arunkishore B L The Chief Librarian Library and Research Centre DCSMAT, Vagamon http://www.dcschool.net/* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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OSS Labs 2012 Training Calendar: Koha & Dspace
by savitra sirohi 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

All, We at OSS Labs are offering Koha & Dspace training and certification workshop in Mumbai and Bangalore. The objectives of this program are to: - Train library professionals & staff on using Koha/Dspace - To test and certify their readiness to use the software This is a 2 day program for Koha and 1 day program on Dspace, covering the key modules and functions in the software. At the end of program, participants will be required to demonstrate their skills on the various modules. Participants who complete 60% of the exercises successfully will be awarded a Basic skills certificate. Participation fee for the workshops are as follows: Koha (2 day workshop): Rs. 3,000 per head Dspace (1 day workshop): Rs. 1,500 per head. Participant can register in one (Koha or Dspace) of both the programs, as the are on contiguous dates. The Koha workshops are schedules as follows: Mumbai: 20th (Friday) & 21st April (Saturday), 2012 Bangalore: 4th (Friday) & 5th May (Saturday), 2012 Mumbai: 22nd (Friday) & 23rd June (Saturday), 2012 Bangalore: 6th (Friday) & 7th July (Saturday), 2012 Mumbai: 24th (Friday) & 25th August (Saturday), 2012 Bangalore: 31st (Friday) August & 1st September (Saturday), 2012 Mumbai: 19th (Friday) & 20th October (Saturday), 2012 Bangalore: 1st (Friday) & 2nd November (Saturday), 2012 And the Dspace workshops are schedules as follows: Mumbai: 22nd (Sunday) April, 2012 Bangalore: 8th July (Sunday), 2012 Mumbai: 26th August (Sunday), 2012 Bangalore: 3rd November (Sunday), 2012 For more information including registration details and workshop outline please visit these pages: http://www.osslabs.biz/koha/training-certification http://www.osslabs.biz/dspace/training-certification Thanks, Savitra Sirohi Nucsoft OSS Labs Professional Support for Open Source Software Ph: +91 89718 06111 Web: 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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Jobs:Librarian:University of Hyderabad
by Mallikarjuna C 19 Mar '12

19 Mar '12

Dear All The University of Hyderabad invites applications for group-A non-teaching positions. The recruitment shall be made in accordance with the UGC norms / Regulations on minimum qualifications for appointment of teachers and other academic staff in universities and colleges and measures for the maintenance of standards in higher education 2010. For the detailed advertisement, including eligibility criteria, application fee, details of posts, etc. please visit the University website www.uohyd.ernet.in or www.uohyd.ac.in. The last date for submission of application complete in all respects is 30th April, 2012. http://www.uohyd.ac.in/images/recruitment/univ_lib_advt_2012.pdf -- Regards A. Madhava Rao -- Best Regards, C.Mallikarjuna ******************************************** Central Library Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad http://library.iith.ac.in ******************************************** *"Please don't print this e-mail unless you REALLY, REALLY need to"...Save trees ....... * -- Best Regards, C.Mallikarjuna ******************************************** Central Library Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad http://library.iith.ac.in ******************************************** *"Please don't print this e-mail unless you REALLY, REALLY need to"...Save trees ....... * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: GNU/Linux Distributions for Differently abled from CDAC, Mumbai
by Dimple Patel 18 Mar '12

18 Mar '12

--- On Fri, 16/3/12, ossd(a)cdac.in <ossd(a)cdac.in> wrote: Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to inform you that CDAC, Mumbai has released three GNU/Linux distributions specific to three different kinds of disabilities namely: 1. GNU/Linux distribution for Visually-challenged: This is a GNU/Linux distribution (beta version - 0.1.1) created specially for visually challenged users. Visually challenged users can use it out of the box because accessibility settings required by them are already enabled. It is advisable to go through documentation first before installing/using the distribution. ISO file of distribution and other related documentation can be downloaded HERE 2. GNU/Linux distribution for Physically-challenged: 'GNU/Linux for Physically Challenged-Beta-0.1.1' is a special distribution for physically challenged people, so that they can easily access FOSS desktops. It is advisable to go through documentation first before installing/using the distribution. ISO file of distribution and other related documentation can be downloaded HERE 3. GNU/Linux distribution for Cognitively-challenged: This GNU/Linux distribution has been developed to provide an accessible desktop environment to the cognitively challenged users. It is advisable to go through documentation first before installing/using the distribution. ISO file of distribution and other related documentation can be downloaded HERE Thanking you, Open Source Software Department CDAC, Kharghar Navi Mumbai ossd(a)cdac.in Tel: +91-22-27565303 Extn.301 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner and is believed to be clean. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Perceptions of potential KOHA users in India: a survey
by Vimal Kumar 18 Mar '12

18 Mar '12

Dear Friend, Please participate in this attempt *to find out the adoption and user perceptions of potential KOHA users in India.* http://kwiksurveys.com?u=kohasurvey Your honest feedback is very valuable for entire LIS community in India. We will publish the result after collecting the feedback. Regards, -- Vimal Kumar V. Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.org Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL LIBRARIES USING DSpace
by Pushpendra Sengar 17 Mar '12

17 Mar '12

*NATIONAL WORKSHOP* * **ON* *DESIGN **AND DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL LIBRARIES USING DSpace** * *Organised by* *Integrated Academy of Management and Technology (INMANTEC)* ** *In Association With* *Intellectuals Society for Socio Techno Welfare (ISST)*** *And* *Ranganathan Society for Social Welfare & Library Development *** *On* * 12-13 April 2012* *Venue* *Information Resource centre * *INMANTEC Institutions* *Delhi - Hapur Bypass (NH-24),* *Udyog Kunj, Ghaziabad - 201 009,* *Delhi NCR, India* *About the workshop* The Open Access <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_access> and Open Source<http://www.opensource.org/>Software movements have gained rapid momentum world over. Many institutions and organizations are setting up open access digital repositories using open source software. The purpose of the workshop is to develop an expertise by providing a thorough training and hands-on experience on an open source digital library software- *DSpace*. This workshop is intended to equip participants with skills for developing their own digital libraries/institutional repositories. There will be lectures as well as intensive hands-on training sessions by experts in the field. Thus it will provide both theoretical base and practical skill to the participants. *Objectives of workshop* The objective of workshop-cum-training program is intended to: · provide background knowledge of the digital library and its related concepts · Give an in-depth understanding of DSpace Software for the use of library digitisation. · Conduct hands on experience for the installation and customization on Linux. · Acquaint with live experience of updating and maintenance of DSpace. · To encourage the participants in Developing their own Institutional Digital Library. *Who will participate?* The workshop will be of immense benefit to all those involved in developing and maintaining digital collections such as LIS faculty, librarians and information professionals, students research scholars etc. The maximum 40 participants will be accommodated on first come, first served basis. *Type of Delegates* *Fee* LIS Faculty/librarians and information professionals/ students research scholars.** 700 *Registration Fees*** * * The Registration fee includes workshop kit* *(Bag, Course Material, Software CD, and Certificate), Refreshment, lunch.** *Accommodation* Accommodation can be arranged in Hostel. For which the organizers shall Provide necessary assistance if informed well in advance. *Mode of Payment*** All payments from delegates will be accepted in Local Cheque/ Demand Draft prepared in favour of *INMANTEC* payable at Ghaziabad/Delhi. Please indicate clearly that the payment is remitted towards registration for National workshop on Design and Development of Digital Libraries Using DSpace – 2012. *Important Dates*** *Last date for Receipt of Completed Registration form: 30th March 2012.* *Confirmation date for the candidates: 5th April 2012.* *For Correspondence * Dr. Monawwer Eqbal Organizing Secretary, *INMANTEC Institutions*** Delhi - Hapur Bypass (NH-24), Udyog Kunj, Ghaziabad - 201 009, Delhi NCR, India Tel: +91 120 2768951 *dddluds(a)gmail.com*** -- *Pushpendra Pratap Singh Sengar (P.P.S.Sengar) * *Sr. Assistant Librarian INMANTEC Institutions * Adhyatmit Nagar, Dasna Railway Crossing, Delhi-Hapur Bypass (NH-24) Ghaziabad (201009) U.P. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Human Resource Management (HRM) in Libraries & Information Centres', March 27, 2:30 PM onwards
by Varsha 16 Mar '12

16 Mar '12

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Donation of News Clipping
by Dr Ramesh C Gaur 16 Mar '12

16 Mar '12

Central Library, Jawaharlal Nehru University has already digitized over 5.00 Lacs news clipping. Now digitized news clipping database is being accessed by our users over the INTRANET. No one is using hard / paper copies of these clipping. Due to space constraints, it has been decided by the competent authorities to donate these clippings to any other library who is interested in this collection. More details about this is available at http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/default.htm . Interested Libraries may send their proposals with in 25 days to undersigned. regards ramesh PS: Please feel free to circulate / forward / announce on various library forums. ************************************** Dr. Ramesh C Gaur PGDCA, MLISc,Ph.D. Fulbright Scholar (Virginia Tech, USA) University Librarian Jawaharlal Nehru University(JNU) New Meharuli Road, New Delhi - 110067 Tele +91-11-26742605, 26704551 Fax : +91-11-26741603 Email: rcgaur(a)mail.jnu.ac.in ;rcgaur66(a)gmail.com URL: www.jnu.ac.in Brief Profile: http://www.jnu.ac.in/Library/RameshCGaur.htm -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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