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Library Lovers' Day
by Salman Haider 13 Feb '20

13 Feb '20

*Dear Library Professionals,* *Let us celebrate February 14 as the Library Lovers Day in India.* *LIBRARY LOVERS DAY* *Library Lovers’ Day* is celebrated on 14th February each year to honor libraries, librarians, book lovers, and lovers of libraries. On Library Lovers’ Day, we celebrate the enduring relationship between our community and the libraries. This also provides an opportunity to celebrate those who love and support libraries and to remind decision-makers how loved and cherished libraries are by the entire community. Not everyone receives flowers on Valentine's Day but everyone is welcome at their library. *HISTORY OF LIBRARY LOVERS DAY* Library Lovers Day started in Australia when the lovers of Australia’s libraries claimed Valentine’s Day – February 14 as the Library Lovers’ Day, but the idea is now getting popular and spreading across the world. *Librarianship Studies & Information Technology blog also endorses February 14th to be celebrated as Library Lovers Day*. For more information and ideas on how to celebrate Library Lovers Day in India please see the source article: *https://www.librarianshipstudies.com/2019/02/library-lovers-day.html* <https://www.librarianshipstudies.com/2019/02/library-lovers-day.html> Salman Haider *Librarianship Studies & Information Technology <https://www.librarianshipstudies.com/>* blog.

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Librarian vacancy at SAINIK SCHOOL CHHINGCHHIP
by Paramjit Singh 12 Feb '20

12 Feb '20

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the below mentioned regular & contractual post as per the details against each. Age for TGT and Librarian is between 21 to 35 years as on 01 Apr 2020. For the other post age between 18 to 50 years as on 01 Apr 2020:- *Librarian *(One) * Essential Qualification* : Bachelor Degree in Library Science from a recognised University with at least 50% marks in aggregate. *Desirable Qualification : *(i) Ability to converse fluently in English. (ii) Knowledge of Computer Applications. 2. Allowance and Perquisites (for regular posts’ only) : Rent free accommodation, Transport Allowance, DA, Medical Allowance, LTC, Bonus, New Pension Scheme, Subsidised education for 02 children. 3. Eligible and interested candidate may apply with photocopies of full testimonials in support of qualification/experience, photograph and one self addressed envelope with postage stamp of Rs 40/- (for communicting through Speed Post) to “The Principal, Sainik School Chhingchhip, Chhingchhip Village, Dist – Serchhip, Pin – 796161”. Application Forms can be downloaded from Schhol website sschhingchhip.mizoram.gov.in. Application should be accompanied by one A/C payee Demand Draft of Rs 500/- for General (Non refundable) and Rs 300/- for SC/ST (Non refundable) drawn in favour of Principal, Sainik School Chhingchhip, payable at State Bank of India Electric Veng Branch, Branch Code – 16361, IFSC Code – SBIN0016361. 4. Last date of receipt of application - 21 days from the date of publication For further queries contact - 07896950655/9366078209 5. Reservation for SC/ST candidates are applicable as per rules of Sainik Schools Society. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the Written Exam/ interview. Only short-listed candidates will be called for written Exam / Interview. The School Administration reserves the right to cancel the vacancy due to administrative / policy reasons. School will not be responsible for any postal delay. PRINCIPAL * For more details:* https://sschhingchhip.mizoram.gov.in/uploads/attachments/266c810c30787091d3… SAINIK SCHOOL CHHINGCHHIP, MIZORAM- 796161 (A RESIDENTIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL UNDER SAINIK SCHOOLS SOCIETY MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, GOVT OF INDIA -- Thanks & Regards <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> *S Paramjit Rana | **Librarian *| M.A., M. Phil. <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> Tel. +91 9968 308970, 9911 270778 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> *"Vidya Vichari Ta Parupkari" <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/>* *Please consider the environment before printing this email !! <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/>!* *Useful Links* [image: Logo] <https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/> <https://swayamprabha.gov.in/> <https://swayam.gov.in/> <https://doaj.org/> <https://ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/>[image: Vidya Lakshmi Portal] <https://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in/Students/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Professional Trainees: Walk-in-Interview
by Dinesh Siddaiah 12 Feb '20

12 Feb '20

Dear Friends, The Library of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar requires dynamic, tech-savvy, and committed fresh Post Graduates in Library & Information Science from recognized Indian universities to serve as Library Professional Trainees purely on a temporary basis for one year. The required details of the post: Post: Library Professional Trainees (purely temporary) No. of Trainees: 2 (Two) Duration: One year from date of Joining Essential Qualification: Masters in Library & Information Science (MLISc.) or equivalent with First Class Desirable Experience: Knowledge of computers, IT Applications in Libraries, Library Management System Age Limit: Not exceeding 26 years as on the date of walk-in-interview. Relaxation for different categories will be applicable as per Govt. of India rules. (i.e. up to the age of 29 years for OBC category candidates, 31 years for SC/ST category candidates). Remuneration: Consolidated stipend of Rs. 20,000/- per month Nature of Traineeship: Learn while you work on different functions & services of the libraries of Transit and Main Campuses. The selected candidates will work from Monday - Saturday (six days a week) and be ready to work in different shifts, weekends and holidays on a rotation basis. Selection: Selection of candidates will be based on their consistent good academic record, performance in the written test, skill/trade/practical test and personal interview. Date of Walk-in-Interview: 25/02/2020 Time of Reporting: 09:00 AM Venue: S. Ramanujan Block, Permanent Campus, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Rupnagar, Punjab, India- 140001 Please note that, the candidates who will qualify in the written test only will be shortlisted for skill/trade/practical test followed by Interview. The candidates who fulfil the above qualifications/experience/exact skill sets as mentioned should report for the written test followed by skill/trade/practical test & Interview at above venue. Please bring the formal application in the prescribed format (available on institute website) along with Bio-data having complete information regarding educational qualification indicating the percentage of marks of each examination passed, details of work experience etc. and a recent passport size photograph, along with original and self-attested photocopies of certificates (academic & professional). The Application Form and syllabus is available on the Institute’s website, link http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/staff-positions. Thanks & Regards, Dinesh -- *Dr. Dinesh K. S.* Librarian, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar <http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/>, Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab - 140 001. Commonwealth Professional Fellow, 2014-15, University of East London <https://www.uel.ac.uk/>, United Kingdom ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Dinesh_S2 Google Scholar: *https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=WYrfJ44AAAAJ&hl=en <https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=WYrfJ44AAAAJ&hl=en>*

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One Day Workshop on Integrated Library Management Systems
by Krishnamurthy Madaiah 12 Feb '20

12 Feb '20

Dear Professional Friends, One Day Workshop on Integrated Library Management Systems 18th , April 2020, Public Library , RPC Lay out, Bangalore- 560040 About KALA KALA is an registered Association contributing to the professional development of the Library professionals. Formerly the name of KALA was 'Mysore State Library Association' founded by the initiative of late Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, Father of Library Science in India. Dr. H. Narasimhaiah, Dr. A.C. Devegowda, Sri J. B. Mallaradhya and other stalwarts were the past presidents. About the Workshop Today’s libraries are facing the challenges posed by a diverse and rapidly expanding information universe. Increased user expectations for faster and easier access to relevant information go hand in hand with institutional demands for increased operational efficiency. Integrated library systems (ILS) are multifunction, adaptable software applications that allow libraries to manage, catalog and circulate their materials to patrons. In choosing ILS software, libraries must base their decision not only on the performance and efficiency of the system but also on its fundamental flexibility to readily adapt to the future demands and needs of their patrons. Objectives: •To create awareness among professionals about open source technology and its applications •To make the library professionals and faculty technically sound so as to automate their library independently Course Content: KOHA- Advance level DSpace- Advance Level EasyLib MARC21 Registration: Registration fee Rs 500/ per participants Venue : Public Library, RPC Layout, Bangalore 560040 Date: 18th April, 2020 Details of the workshop available shortly in KALA website. Regards, M.Krishnamurthy ************************************************************** Dr. M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc.,Ph.D., Fulbright Scholar, (U.S.A) Digitization Course,( U.S.A) Associate Professor Documentation Research and Training Center Indian Statistical Institute Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 India Phone No: 91-80-26985493 Mob:91-9980035933 URL:http://www.isibang.ac.in/~krish/ Secretary Finance- Association of British Scholars General Secretary-Karnataka State Library Association

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Vacancies at IIT Gandhi Nagar
by Paramjit Singh 12 Feb '20

12 Feb '20

IIT Gandhi Nagar online applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for appointment to following posts of this Institute: - *•* Deputy Librarian - *•* Assistant Librarian - *•* Assistant Registrar - *• *Senior Library Information Assistant - *•* Library Information Assistant - For more details click here <http://iitgn.ac.in/assets/pdfs/job/2020/IITGN_Recruitment_Advertisement_01_…> Online application portal for Staff (PwD) click here <https://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/staffpwd/> Online application portal for Staff (other than PwD) click here <https://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/staff/> Last date of application submission: *05 March 2020, 23:59 hrs* -- Thanks & Regards <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> *S Paramjit Rana | **Librarian *| M.A., M. Phil. <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> Tel. +91 9968 308970, 9911 270778 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/> *"Vidya Vichari Ta Parupkari" <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/>* *Please consider the environment before printing this email !! <https://www.linkedin.com/in/paramjit-singh-8aa1238/>!*

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DDS Service
by Mahesh *Y* 11 Feb '20

11 Feb '20

Dear Friends We are looking vendors or service providers for Document Delivery Service if scientific publications from National and International publishers. Req Dear Friends *Thanking you* Mahesh Bangalore

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Trump’s administration may address the outrageous academic publishing market.
by madhan muthu 11 Feb '20

11 Feb '20

https://slate.com/technology/2020/02/academic-publishing-market-trump-execu… In an era when most presidential actions are viewed primarily through partisan lenses, it is worth taking a step back and considering why this rumored proposal elicited a polarized response, but one that did not fall along partisan lines. A lot of money is at stake. But so too are the essences of scientific communication and scientific self-governance. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Chemistry research in India in a global perspective - reg
by Siva Shankar Kimidi 11 Feb '20

11 Feb '20

*Chemistry research in India in a global perspective- A scientometrics profile* *Abstract:*Papers from India are cited 14.68 times on average compared to cites per paper of 45.34 for Singapore, 30.47 for USA, 23.12 for China, 26.51 for the UK, 21.77 for South Korea and 24.77 for Germany. Less than 39% of papers from India are found in quartile 1 (high impact factor) journals, compared to 53.6% for China and 53.8% for South Korea. Percent share of papers in quartile 1 journals from India is lower than that for the world for all of chemistry and for each one of the eight categories, viz. analytical, applied, inorganic & nuclear, medicinal, multidisciplinary, organic, physical and electrochemistry whether one considers data for the entire five-year period or for 2015 alone. About 20% of Indian chemistry papers are in collaboration with international coauthors. Researchers from only 160 Indian institutions have published at least 100 papers (compared to 362 in USA and 399 in China) and these include 67 state, 14 central and 11 private universities, 27 institutions under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, 20 CSIR laboratories, seven Department of Atomic Energy institutions, and seven Department of Science & Technology institutions. About 40% of all Indian chemistry papers have come from public universities. Only three Indian institutions, viz Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Indian Institute of Science and Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, have published more than 2,000 papers. None of the Indian universities has performed as well as leading Asian universities. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a small institution with less than 200 papers, has performed reasonably well..... https://arxiv.org/abs/2002.03093v1 -- Regards Siva Shankar K https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7629-1305

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Sad Demise of Prof. A.K.Baradol,
by Ashok Asundi 10 Feb '20

10 Feb '20

To All LIS Professionals, I am pained to convey the sad demise of Prof. A.K.Baradol, Professor and Head (Retd.) LIS Department, Mangalore University, today 10.2.2020 at 7.30 am at his Son-in-Law's home at Bangalore. The cremation at Bangalore at 7.30 am on 11.2.2020. Dr. Baradol had a rare distinction of having 2 Ph.Ds. in Anthropology and LIS. He started his career as Research Assistant at Karnatak University, Dharwad, and then served at Gulbarga University and moved to Mangalore University, from where he retired. A person with a very sharp mind and has travelled widely. The Railway time tables across India were on his lips. A very straight forward in his opinions and outlook. I spent six weeks with him at Kerala University, Trivendrum in 1986-87 a memorable togetherness we would often relish. He has left behind his well qualified four daughters, and his beloved wife. We pray Almighty for His SOul Rest in Peace. Prof. A.Y. AsundiCell: 9980815468

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Dr. K. S. Umapathy and Dr. K. Padma Umapathy Memorial Lecture Series
by Krishnamurthy Madaiah 10 Feb '20

10 Feb '20

Dear LIS Professionals, Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) is happy to invite you to the Dr. K. S. Umapathy and Dr. K. Padma Umapathy Memorial Lecture Series lecture of the series has been scheduled on Friday, 13th February 2020 at 11.00 AM at Govt First College, Bangarapet ,Kolar District Title: *“The Need for a Reading culture and a library”* Speaker: Shri Divakar, Deputy Director, District Public Library, Kolar Kolar Venue : Govt First College, Bangarapet ,Kolar District Date and Time : 13th Feb, 11.00 AM You are cordially invited. Thanks and Regards, M.Krishnamurthy Gen Secretary, KALA Prof A.Y Asunidi, President Usha S , Librarian , Govt First Grade College, Bangarapet Regards, M.Krishnamurthy ************************************************************** Dr. M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc.,Ph.D., Fulbright Scholar, (U.S.A) Digitization Course,( U.S.A) Associate Professor Documentation Research and Training Center Indian Statistical Institute Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 India Phone No: 91-80-26985493 Mob:91-9980035933 URL:http://www.isibang.ac.in/~krish/ Secretary Finance- Association of British Scholars General Secretary-Karnataka State Library Association

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