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by LibAuto -The Smart Library 06 Apr '26

06 Apr '26

LIMITED EARLY-BIRD • ENDS 10 APRIL 2026 Boost Your Library Career in 2026First Webinar Spotlight Organised by LibAuto • India’s Premier Library Automation Specialist Dear Library Professional, We are excited to kick off our 2026 webinar series with the *most requested topic* for modern librarians: 1. Digital Libraries and E-Resources Management 📅 April 11, 2026 | Saturday | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST *Bilingual • Live Zoom • Certificate + Recording Provided* In this power-packed session you will learn: - Introduction to digital libraries and their evolution - Types of digital resources (e-books, e-journals, databases, institutional repositories) - Organization, management & access tools for digital collections - Search strategies and best practices for e-resources - Benefits, challenges & the librarian’s role in the digital era *Early-Bird Fee:* ₹300 (Regular ₹399) ✅ REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR NOW <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdM8LUUT_3Q5oA03F11ci7mqStpgE5cIeC…> 📌 MORE INFORMATION & FULL SERIES DETAILS <https://www.libauto.in/2026/03/boost-your-library-career-in-2026-4.html> *Why attend?* Gain immediately applicable skills, earn a digital certificate, and join a growing community of 6,000+ library professionals trained by LibAuto. *Full 4-Webinar Series:* Digital Libraries • Archives & Digital Preservation • Copyright & IPR • Green Libraries *Special Combo Offers:* ✅ All 4 Webinars → *₹849 only* (save ₹747) ✅ Any Two Webinars → *₹429 only* REGISTER FOR APRIL 11 WEBINAR @ ₹300 <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdM8LUUT_3Q5oA03F11ci7mqStpgE5cIeC…> Seats are limited and allotted on first-come, first-served basis. Video recording + certificate will be provided for every session. ------------------------------ Need help? WhatsApp us anytime at +91 94631 16032 <https://wa.me/+919463116032> Payment via UPI / Bank Transfer also available. LibAuto • Established 2008 • UDYAM-PB-11-0025691 Street No. 5, Nanak Nagri, Abohar-152116, Punjab, India www.libauto.in | Full Program Details <https://www.libauto.in/2026/03/boost-your-library-career-in-2026-4.html> This email was sent to promote our 2026 Library Webinar Series. You received this because you are part of the LibAuto network or subscribed to our updates. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Library Automation2" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to contactlibauto2+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/contactlibauto2/CAPZkjaqX26qBhB-F816-PXUs….

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Literature Services
by NANDA LAL MANIK 03 Apr '26

03 Apr '26

Dear Moderator, Please review the following message and post to the LIS Forum if you think the members would benefit. Thanks and Regards, Nanda Lal Manik Hi Everyone, I have retired from Fresenius Kabi Oncology Limited and am currently working as a consultant at M/s Infosolution, A registered information management company specializing in the management of scientific and technical information M/s Infosolution provides the following services: · Document Delivery Services (DDS): Delivery of Full-Text Scientific Articles, Book Chapters, Monographs, Patents, Standards, Technical Reports, Guidelines, etc. · Literature Searches · Translation Services: Certified translation of Indian and foreign languages into English and vice versa, and · Procurement of Books (e-Books and Print Editions) If you come across any requirements, please feel free to contact me through email or the phone number given below. I will arrange to deliver as soon as possible. Best regards, Nanda Lal Manik B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry, B.Lib & I. Sc., A.D.I.Sc (DRTC/ISI) M/s Infosolution Shop No.2, Hemkund Market Near Sharma Chowk Faridabad-121001 Haryana E-Mail: MANIKNL(a)GMAIL.COM Mobile Number: 9810 70 4689

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Call for Papers: InternationalConference on Knowledge Organization and Library Information Systems (ICKOLIS2026)
by Dr. Subhash Reddy B 02 Apr '26

02 Apr '26

Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings! We are pleased to inform you that the Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, Bengaluru is organizing the International Conference on Knowledge Organization and Library Information Systems: Exploring Multidimensional Facets (ICKOLIS 2026) from September 21–23, 2026, at Bengaluru. The international conference aims to bring together scholars, researchers, practitioners, and professionals to discuss emerging trends, innovations, and challenges in Library and Information Science (LIS), particularly in the areas of knowledge organization, digital technologies, and AI-driven systems. About the Conference ICKOLIS 2026 aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on: Digital empowerment through AI, semantic technologies, and digital libraries Inclusive and equitable access to knowledge Innovation and excellence in research and open science Key Themes The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including: - Epistemological and theoretical foundations of knowledge organization - AI, machine learning, metadata, and semantic web technologies - Library management, digital repositories, and data curation - User behavior, information retrieval, and accessibility - Open science, big data, and digital transformation - Global collaborations, policy, ethics, and FAIR data principles - LIS curriculum development and emerging professional roles Important Dates Full Paper Submission Deadline: July 10, 2026 Submission Details Authors are invited to submit their full papers to: ickolis(a)isibang.ac.in and info(a)ickolis.com Venue: Platinum Jubilee Auditorium Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore Centre 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bengaluru – 560059, Karnataka, India Registration Fee (Early Bird) India & SAARC Countries: Rs. 4900 (including GST) Other Countries: USD 100 (including GST) Students/Retired Professionals: Rs. 2360 (including GST) For more details, please visit: https://sites.google.com/ickolis.com/ickolis/home We request you to kindly circulate this information among faculty members, researchers, and students, and encourage active participation. Looking forward to your valuable contributions. Warm regards, Prof. M. Krishnamurthy Conference Chair Head, DRTC, ISI Bengaluru *_____________________________________________________________* *Dr. Subhash Reddy B* Librarian PES University 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK 3rd Stage, Bengaluru – 560085 Phone: +91 8026721983 / 26722108 Extn: 229 Mobile: +91 99808 33991 *http://library.pes.edu/ <http://library.pes.edu/>*

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Call for Papers | ETD 2026
by Manu T. R. 02 Apr '26

02 Apr '26

Dear All, ETD 2026 invites scholars, researchers, library professionals, repository managers, technologists, publishers, and policymakers to submit original contributions to this premier global forum dedicated to Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs). We welcome research papers, case studies, and practice-based insights that advance understanding of AI-enabled transformation within the global ETD ecosystem. The theme of the conference is *“ETDs in the Age of AI.”* For submission guidelines and further details, please visit: https://etd2026.iitd.ac.in/ #ETD2026 #IITDelhi #NDLTD Regards, Manu T R -- Manu T R, Ph. D. Assistant Librarian (Sr. Scale) Central Library, IIT Delhi Tel. 011- 26596096 E-MAIL: manutr(a)library.iitd.ac.in | manutr91(a)gmail.com Mobile: +91-9824249757 URL: https://library.iitd.ac.in/ ETD 2026: https://etd2026.iitd.ac.in/

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#36: Interview with Tracy Creagh on open access trends w.s.r. to Australian landscape
by Santosh C. H. 01 Apr '26

01 Apr '26

Dear Sir/ Madam, Greetings! Happy to share the 36th interview post on 'Open Interview'. In this interview, Tracy Creagh shares her insights on open access, noting that despite significant progress, misconceptions about open access still persist. She observes that countries like Australia need to engage more actively with global initiatives. Drawing on her work at QUT and beyond, she emphasizes the central role of libraries in managing and supporting open access publishing, particularly through Diamond open access models and collaborative communities that enhance quality, visibility, and sustainability. She also highlights ongoing challenges related to transparency and long-term viability, while expressing optimism for a more equitable and community-driven future for scholarly publishing. -- Tracy Creagh is Journal Manager in the Office for Scholarly Communication, Queensland University of Technology Library, managing their collection of Diamond open access scholarly publications. She has over two decades of experience in higher education, primarily focused on research support. Tracy is also currently a member of the ALMASI International Advisory Board; and Co-convenor of the Australasian Scholarly Communications Community of Practice Diamond Journal Publishing group supported by Open Access Australasia and the Council of Australasian University Librarians. She also works as Communications Assistant at DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) – supporting international engagement via blogs, social media and support for projects, collaborations and events. *--* *Misconceptions about open access models persist even after two decades:* *Tracy Creagh* https://openinterview.org/2026/03/30/tracy-creagh-misconceptions-about-open… Please read the post and share your valuable comments on the blog. Regards, Editor, Open Interview <https://openinterview.org/> -- Santosh C. H., PhD <https://santoshch.my.canva.site/home> University Librarian Central University of Haryana <http://cuh.ac.in/> | Virtual Tour of CUH <https://www.cuh.ac.in/virtual-tour-360.aspx> Mahendergarh-123 031 Haryana, India http://library.cuh.ac.in/ Cell: +91-99874 28147 -- Read the recent interview post of: *Tracy Creagh, Queensland University of Technology Library, Australia <https://openinterview.org/2026/03/30/tracy-creagh-misconceptions-about-open…>* -- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & discard all copies of the original message.

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Webinars on Copyright & IPR • Green Libraries • Digital Libraries & E-Resources • Archives & Digital Preservation
by LibAuto -The Smart Library 28 Mar '26

28 Mar '26

⏳ EARLY BIRD ENDS 3 APRIL 2026 🚀 Supercharge Your Library Career in 20264 High-Impact Webinars Every Librarian Must Attend *Dear Librarian / LIS Professional,* Here are the *4 most important skills* you need to stay ahead in 2026. Each webinar is carefully designed to give you practical, job-ready knowledge. 1 Understanding Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) 📅 4 April 2026 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST - Types of IPR and their importance in libraries - Copyright ownership, duration & fair use - Avoiding plagiarism in academic & library work - Practical examples with books, images & e-resources *Fee:* ₹269 (Individual) | Certificate Included 2 Green Libraries: Sustainability in Modern Libraries 📅 5 April 2026 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST - Concept and importance of Green Libraries - Eco-friendly infrastructure and practices - Paperless services & digital transformation - Role of libraries in environmental awareness *Fee:* ₹269 (Individual) | Certificate Included 3 Digital Libraries and E-Resources Management 📅 11 April 2026 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST - Evolution and types of digital libraries - Managing e-books, e-journals & databases - Search strategies and access tools - Challenges and best practices for librarians *Fee:* ₹269 (Individual) | Certificate Included 4 Archives and Digital Preservation in Libraries 📅 12 April 2026 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST - Types of archival materials - Basics of digital preservation techniques - Challenges in preserving physical & digital records - Role of librarians in archival management *Fee:* ₹269 (Individual) | Certificate Included 🎯 Best Value: Register All 4 Webinars Together Regular Price: 4 × ₹399 = ₹1,596 ₹849 Only YOU SAVE ₹747 🔥 Limited Early Bird Offer ✅ 4 Live Sessions + Recordings ✅ 4 Digital Certificates ✅ Access to Library Professionals Community REGISTER ALL 4 WEBINARS @ ₹849 <https://forms.gle/iryf4RUzuq3mkFNu9> 📖 View Full Details & Schedule <https://www.libauto.in/2026/03/boost-your-library-career-in-2026-4.html> ⏰ Early Bird Price Ends on 3rd April 2026 – Register Now! 💬 Want to pay via UPI / Bank Transfer? *WhatsApp us:* +91 94631 16032 <https://wa.me/+919463116032> *Organised by LibAuto – The Smart Library* UDYAM-PB-11-0025691 | Since 2008 | Trained 6000+ Library Professionals Full Program Page <https://www.libauto.in/2026/03/boost-your-library-career-in-2026-4.html> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Library Automation2" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to contactlibauto2+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/contactlibauto2/CAPZkjao6SGqXS-Jrg9E92Emm….

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Admissions Open: Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Library and Information Management (PGDLIM) for the year 2026-27 at TISS, Mumbai
by Shivarama J 20 Mar '26

20 Mar '26

Dear LIS Professionals, Greetings! The Centre for Library and Information Management Studies (CLIMS), Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, is a major centre involved in capacity building of LIS professionals. It offers PGDLIM, MLISc and PhD programmes in Library and Information Science discipline with a focus on digital libraries, knowledge organization, library automation, electronic resource management and web-based information services. TISS is pleased to announce admissions for the 17th batch (2026-27) of the "Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Library and Information Management (PGDLIM)" programme. This cutting-edge, one-year blended-mode programme uses contact classes in the computer lab (2 weeks in each semester) for on-campus sessions and the Moodle e-learning platform for off-campus sessions. The course also includes a field work component worth 8 credits, consisting of supervised placements in various digital library environments. It aims to create trained manpower to handle digital libraries, archives, data management and electronic resources. This programme will equip librarians, academics, archivists and researchers with digital library and information management skills to play a larger role in their organizations. The salient features of this programme include a well-crafted curriculum, expert faculty, enhanced emphasis on hands-on lab experience, sound theory and experiential learning unique to TISS. Key Dates: . Issue of Notification for 2026-27 : 20th March, 2026 • Last date for submission of application: 10th August, 2026 . Online Personal Interview 24th August, 202 . Declaration of Selection Result : 30th August, 2026 • Contact Classes (First Semester) Tentative: 9th November, 2026 to 20th November, 2026 • Contact Classes (Second Semester) Tentative : 3rd May to 14th May, 2027 To apply,visit: https://admissions.tiss.ac.in/view/10/admissions/stp-admissions/pg-diploma-… Contact for more details: Secretariat: +91-22-2552-5272; Email: clims(a)tiss.ac.in We will be happy to answer any queries you may have. Thank you, J. Shivarama, Ph.D Chairperson, CLIMS Tata Institute of Social Sciences V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar MUMBAI - 400088 Maharashtra State INDIA Tel: +91-22-2552-5284 Email: j.shivarama(a)tiss.ac.in

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Controlled Lending by Public Libraries Under Indian Law
by madhan muthu 17 Mar '26

17 Mar '26

Controlled Lending by Public Libraries Under Indian Law Lawrence Liang and Carl Malamud Last Revised: May 7, 2023 Libraries have, since antiquity, engaged in the practice of controlled lending. Libraries decide whom to serve, whether books circulate or not (and under what terms), how they interact with other public libraries, and other aspects of their operations. This Paper provides a comprehensive update based on a survey of the copyright law, laws governing operation of libraries, as well as the constitutional underpinnings in Indian law, and in international law and practice. The paper has a focus on public and publicly supported libraries, particularly libraries in public academic institutions such as law schools. https://archive.org/details/Controlled.Lending.India/Controlled.Lending.202… -- Madhan, M

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STMet 2026 at Hilton Garden, Bali
by STM STMet 2024 17 Mar '26

17 Mar '26

Seventh International Conference on Science & Technology Metrics (STMet 2025) Physical/Virtual October 02=04, 2026 Bali, Indonesia Universitas Islam Negari Sunan Kalijaga, Indonesia Sessions will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Bali. https://www.socio.org.uk/stm Co-located with Springer Real-Time Intelligent Systems (https://www.socio.org.uk/rtis) Building metrics is key to measuring science and technology and translating those measures to improve outcomes. The metric is not confined to drawing numbers and analysing. Selecting a metric depends on synthesising multiple directions and evidence-based data, producing scientific and technological evaluation benchmarks and standards, and implementing them with real data to mark a full-fledged system. Recently, we have witnessed the emergence of new metrics-based models that aim to reflect the growth of science and technology. The proposed Science and Technology Metrics (STMet 2026) conference addresses assessing various aspects of science and technology using multiple metrics, which can be best expressed through different approaches. In addition to the standard conference track and the Doctoral Symposium, STMetrics will host several workshops and tutorials related to the conference theme. The workshops provide participants with a friendly, interactive atmosphere for presenting novel ideas and discussing the application of metrics in Science and Technology Systems. The tutorials aim to enable participants to familiarise themselves with the theoretical and practical aspects, as well as the application of metrics. The proposed conference includes invited talks, presentations, tutorials, workshops, and discussions. The STMet has tracks on specialized topics. The STMet addresses the themes below, but is not limited to them. The proposed conference includes invited talks, presentations, tutorials, workshops, and discussions. The STMet has tracks on specialized topics. The STMet addresses the themes below, but is not limited to them. AI-based evaluation AI-based Metrics Citation-based metrics Ranking of Journals, Institutions, and Countries Discipline and Domain Analysis Economic factors Databases and datasets for evaluation Evaluation Tools and Indicators Web-based metrics Visibility and impact Internationalisation Text-based Metrics Innovation indicators Wearable Devices Open data Download Scientific Collaboration and cooperation analysis National Evaluation Systems Open access and open publishing New indices for evaluation Altmetrics Web-based metrics Data Science and Digital Repositories Scientific Visualization e-Science in the Cloud Scientific Journalism Scientific Publications Scientific Knowledge Diffusion Research Data Access Co-working in Science Science, Innovation and Economic Performance Public Research Systems Future S & T Policies Translating Metrics to Science Policy Evaluation beyond Metrics All submitted papers will be reviewed by a double-blind (at least three reviewers) and participative peer review. The review process will enable selecting those who will be accepted for their presentation at the international conference. Authors of accepted papers who registered for the conference can access the evaluations and feedback from reviewers who recommended acceptance, so they can improve the final version. Mentoring support is available to young researchers and authors from developing countries. Please note that all submitted papers undergo review and editing by senior editors. We will handle content enhancement and language editing. There is no fee for editing and language correction services. Selected post-conference modified versions of the papers will be published in the following journals. 1. Journal of Digital Information Management 2. Performance Measurement and Metrics 3. International Journal of Computational Linguistics Research 4. Open Information Science (more journals under negotiation) There is no further publication fee for the above journals. The STMet 2026 has many co-located workshops. Proceedings We publish the papers after restructuring and editing are complete. All the past conference papers are indexed in Google Scholar. The past STM proceedings are available with ISBN and DOI at https://dline.info/newl/STMProceedings Important Dates Submission of Papers: July 20, 2026 Notification of Acceptance/Rejection: August 15, 2026 Camera-ready: September 15, 2026 Registration: September 15, 2026 Conference Dates: October 02-04, 2026 General Chairs Grant Lewison, King’s College, UK Valentina Markusova, The All-Russian Institute for Scientific and Technical Information, Russia Organization Chairs Nurdin Laugu, Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, Indonesia Erwin Halim, Bina Nusantara University - Indonesia Program Chairs Pit Pichappan, Digital Information Research Labs, India & UK Irvan Muliyadi, Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta. Indonesia Co-Program Chairs Amir Reza Asnafi, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran Kazuyuki, Motohashi, University of Tokyo, Japan Giovanni Abramo, National Research Council of Italy Workshop and Special Session Chairs Ulle Must, Estonian Research Council at Archimedes, Estonia Contact: stm(a)socio.org.uk

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Even on their own terms university rankings have failed in India
by madhan muthu 17 Mar '26

17 Mar '26

Even on their own terms university rankings have failed in India *University rankings have become a key measure of success for India, even at the highest political levels. Yet, as in other countries ranking regimes have created distortions in research practices. Exploring the data behind India’s “ranking mania” Muthu Madhan argues rankings have failed to deliver on their promises.* https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2026/03/16/even-on-their-own… -- Madhan, M

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