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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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by nikesh 17 Nov '09

17 Nov '09

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

17 Nov '09

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

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

16 Nov '09

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

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