Friday, December 4, 2009

Knowledge Transactions

Workshop on

Knowledge Transactions



15th– 17th February, 2010



Organized by
Documentation Research and Training Centre (DRTC)
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
Bangalore 560059




Knowledge is perceived and understood differently according to the context
and purpose of tasks at hand. Libraries and Information centres have been
involved in knowledge transactions in the sense of organization of
collections, systems leading to context based indexing and techniques in
handling and representing knowledge. In the digital information world
representation models are increasingly based on traditional and
theoretical foundations of knowledge transactions. Legacy methods based on
principles of Knowledge Organization are now being adapted for Knowledge
conceptualizations and representation and developing representation
languages, knowledge architecture and structures. At the same time
knowledge modeling using popular W3C-SKOS, NKOS and RDFs are being
implemented especially to structure, organize and manage information
resources. Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical
Institute, announces a seminar on 'Knowledge Transactions' to bring
together expertise in information communities and active stakeholders in
the domain.

The workshop will comprise of contributed papers, invited talks and
demonstrations by resource persons, in areas pertaining to Knowledge
Organization, Transactions and Management. The objective of the workshop
is to provide a platform for discussions on latest developments in methods
of knowledge transactions with a direct bearing and applications in
Library and Information Science and services. The intended outcome is to
enhance the knowledge and skills of the participants in methods of
knowledge transactions. It is aimed to achieve the goal through:

•Invited lectures
•Contributed papers
•Demonstrations
•Discussions

The intended participation: Library and Information professionals,
faculty, students and researchers in knowledge transactions and related
domains.


Topics include (but not limited to):

•Knowledge Transaction Systems
•Knowledge Organization Techniques
•Ontologies and Approaches to Building Ontologies
•Digital Libraries and Knowledge Organization Techniques
•Knowledge Representation and Processing
•Knowledge Structures and Mapping
•Encoding and Formats
•Multilingual Knowledge Representation and Handling
•Semantic Web Technologies for Knowledge Representation and Management
•Emergent Techniques for Search Algorithms and Context Sensitive Indexing
•MetaData and Interoperability
•Tools and Techniques in Knowledge Transactions
•Standards for Knowledge Organization, Representation and Services
•Case Studies, Analytic Studies in the thrust areas mentioned above

Call for Papers:


A few case studies/papers will be presented and discussed. Those who
intend to present a paper/case study, may send the paper(s) (in A4 size,
single line space, and following APA reference style, not more than 10
pages; preferably as Open Office documents (or MS-WORD) no later than
27th December 2009, to Dr. Devika P. Madalli, Documentation Research and
Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road,
Bangalore 560059. E-versions in Open Office documents or MS-WORD format
may be sent to devika@drtc. isibang.ac. in OR devikapm@yahoo. com. The papers
will sent for review and authors will be intimated of acceptance by mail.
Accepted papers (of registered authors only) will be published in seminar
proceedings and also DRTC Digital Library of Seminars and Conference
proceedings.

Venue:

Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute,
8th Mile Mysore Road, R.V. College Post, Bangalore 560 059.

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REGISTRATION FORM
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Workshop on
Knowledge Transactions

15th – 17th February, 2010


Registration Form

Name:

Address:




Name and Address of Sponsor/ Employee:


*Whether Accommodation required: Yes / No
(*on shared basis, subject to availability, on first-cum-first basis;
charges apply as per institution rules)

Arrival Date: Departure Date:

Telephone: Fax:

E-mail:

Demand Draft No: Date: towards registration fee for Rs. 1800/-
drawn in favour of Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore



Signature of the Sponsoring Authority




Signature of the Participant



The filled in Registration form may be mailed to:

Dr. Devika P. Madalli, Convener,
Documentation Research and Training Centre
Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile Mysore Road
R.V. College Post, Bangalore 560 059
Phone: 080-8483002 to 5 Ext: 497 and 490
FAX: 080-28482711
E-mail: devika@drtc. isibang.ac. in; devikapm@yahoo. com

Vacancies

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF GUJARAT 
Sector -30, Gandhinagar - 382 030
Date : 14.11.2009
ADVERTISEMENT NO.7/2009
The University invites applications for the following non-teaching posts on direct recruitment/ deputation/contract basis:
No 
Post  
Pay Band (Rs.)
 
Grade Pay(Rs.)
 
No. of Posts 
Reservation Position 

Controller of Examinations 
37400‐67000 
10000 

UR 

Deputy Registrar 
15600‐39100 
7600 

UR 

Assistant Librarian 
15600‐39100 
6000 

UR 

Assistant Registrar 
15600‐39100 
5400 

UR  

Section Officer 
9300‐34800 
4200 

UR  

Private Secretary to VC 
9300‐34800 
4200 

UR 

Assistant 
9300‐34800 
4200 

2 UR + 1 SC +    1 OBC 

Personal Assistant 
9300‐34800 
4200 

UR 

Technical Assistant 
5200‐20200 
2800 

1 UR + 1 OBC 
10 
Jr. Prof. Assistant 
5200‐20200 
2800 

SC 
11 
UDC 
5200‐20200 
2400 

2  UR + 1 OBC + 1 ST 
12 
LDC 
5200‐20200 
1900 

2  UR + 1 SC +   1 ST 
13 
Driver 
5200‐20200 
1900 

1  UR + 1  ST 
14 
Lab. Attendant 
5200‐20200 
1800 

UR 
15 
Library Attendant 
5200‐20200 
1800 

UR 
Note : The qualifications as prescribed by the UGC from time to time are applicable. The candidates are advised to visit UGC website (www.ugc.ac.in) for latest revisions/changes in the same which will be applicable at the time of test/interview.
 
CONTROLLER OF EXAMINATIONS 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience : (1) Master’s Degree with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven‐point scale. (2) Proven ability and experience in administration/management of an academic/research institution with in depth understanding of intellectual processes of University and its development. (3) At least 15 years of experience as Lecturer (Sr. Scale) / Lecturer with 8 years in Reader’s grade along with experience in Higher Educational Administration. OR Comparable experience in research establishments and / or other institutions of
higher education. OR 15 years of administrative experience of which 8 years as Deputy Registrar or an equivalent post.
Desirable: (1) Good  knowledge of examination software and results automation. (2) Familiarity with establishment matters, particularly those relating to faculty, staff and student affairs. (3) Qualifications and experience in modern management methods. (4) Ph.D and/or adequate experience in the pre‐conduct and post‐conduct of University examinations or other comparable examinations and also in semester system, and ability to take organizational charge of meetings of the University.
 
Age : Not more than 56 years
 
DEPUTY REGISTRAR 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) Master’s Degree with at least 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven‐point scale. (2) Five years of experience as Lecturer  in a College or a University with experience in educational administration. OR Comparable experience in research establishment and / or other institutions of higher education. OR 5 years of administrative experience as Assistant Registrar or in an equivalent post in a Government department/university/educational or research institution.
 
Desirable : Good knowledge of computer applications.
 
Age : Not more than  40 years 
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) Masters degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC  seven‐point scale plus a consistently good academic record and knowledge    in computerization of library.  (2) Should have cleared National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or any other agency approved by the UGC.  However, Candidates having Ph.D. from  recognized Universities are exempted from the condition of NET.
  
Desirable: (1) PG Diploma in Library Automation/Computerization or Networking. (2) Atleast 5 years working experience in library computerization, digital library and/or networking.
 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
ASSISTANT REGISTRAR 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience:  (1) Good academic record plus Master’s Degree with at least 55% of  marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven‐point scale. (2) Five years  experience is Administration/Accounts as Section Officer or in an equivalent post in a Government department/university/educational or research institution.
 
Desirable: Good knowledge of computer applications.
   
Age : Not more than  40  years.
 
 
 
 
SECTION OFFICER 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) A university degree. (2)  Atleast 5 years experience in Administration/Accounts/Secretarial work, preferably in a junior supervisory post in a University/Government/Public/Private Undertaking of repute.
 
Desirable: Good knowledge of computer applications.
 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
PRIVATE SECRETARY TO VICE‐CHANCELLOR 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) Graduate in any discipline with proficiency in English. (2) At least five  years experience as  Personal Assistant   in  a University /Govt. /Public /Private/Undertaking of repute. (3) English Stenography speed:  100 wpm;  English Type‐writing speed:   50  wpm.
 
Desirable: Good knowledge of computer applications.
  
Age: Not more than 40 years 
 
ASSISTANT 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) A University degree. (2) At least five years experience in administrative/accounts work of which at least 3 years should be as UDC or equivalent in a University/Govt./Public/Private Sector/Undertaking of repute.
  
Desirable: Good  knowledge of computer applications.
 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: (1) Matriculation with proficiency in English. (2) English Stenography speed – 80 wpm;  English Typewriting speed ‐ 40 wpm.  (3) Atleast five years experience as Jr. Stenographer in a University/Govt./Public/Private /Sector Undertakings of repute.
 
Desirable: (1) Good knowledge of computer applications.
 
Age: Not more than 40 years 
 
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience: For Post 1 : B.C.A. with atleast five years experience in e‐Governance of educational administration.
 
For Post 2:   B. Sc.,  preferably in Chemistry/Physics with Honors; atleast five years experience working in a research laboratory preferably attached with a recognized University.
  
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
JR. PROF. ASSISTANT 
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation in Library Science/Library & Information Science with at least 50% Marks from recognized University. 
Desirable: Atleast 5 years experience which in Library of repute, and good knowledge of Library  
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
UPPER DIVISION CLERK (UDC)
 
Minimum Educational Qualifications and Experience:  (1) A  University degree. (2)At least 5 years experience as LDC in a University/Govt./Public/Private/Sector Undertakings of repute.
  
Desirable: Good knowledge of computer applications 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
LOWER DIVISION CLERK (LDC)
 
Minimum Qualifications: Matriculation or equivalent with English typewriting  speed of  30 wpm.
 
Desirable: Good knowledge of computer applications 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
DRIVER 
Minimum Qualifications: (1) 8th Standard Passed (2) Valid Driving License for Light / Medium Vehicles (3) Should have at least five years experience 
Age : Not more than 40 years  
 
LABORATORY ATTENDANT 
Minimum qualifications: Matriculation with Science as one of the subject.
 
Age : Not more than 40 years 
 
LIBRARY ATTENDANT  
Minimum Qualifications: Matriculation.
   
Desirable:  (1) Basic knowledge of computer applications. (2)  Certificate course in Library Science from a recognized Institute.
 
Age : Not more than 40 years  
 
Notes:
  
1. Age as prescribed shall be as on the closing date for receiving the applications. In respect of those who apply for appointment on deputation basis, the age limit shall be 56 years on the closing date for receiving the applications.
  
2. Age relaxation wherever required will be admissible to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged/Ex‐Servicemen  candidates as per Govt. of India rules.
  
3. Candidates already employed should submit their applications through proper channel. Those who send advance copies of applications will be considered only if they produce a ʺNo Objection Certificateʺ from their employer.  Those who apply for appointment on deputation terms should submit the applications along with  vigilance/integrity certificates and attested copies of their confidential reports for the preceding five years.  
4. Both ways second class train fare by the shortest route is payable to the outstation candidates invited for interview.
  
5. Since the applications may be short‐listed, mere possessing of the prescribed qualifications and requisite experience would not entitle a person to be called for test/interview.
  
6. The number of vacancies is subject to change and the University reserves the right in this matter.
 
7. Reservation for OBCs shall not apply to certain persons/sections as mentioned in Govt. of India, Deptt. Of Personnel & Training OM No.36012/22/93‐Estt. SCT dated 8.9.93 as amended from time to time. Reservation for OBC is applicable only to those mentioned in the Central List of OBCs recorded in OM No.12011/68/93‐BCC© dated 10.9.93 as amended from time to time.
  
8. Panel(s) will be framed for filling future vacancies occurring during a period of one year.
  
9. The University reserves the right to: (a) conduct written tests for such posts wherever it feels necessary and (b) not to fill up all or any of the advertised positions.
 
10. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
 
11. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard and the candidates are requested to check the University website www.cuguj.org  for any related information.
  
12. Applications are required to be submitted on the prescribed format only which can be downloaded from the University website wwwcuguj.org  The application processing fee would be Rs.350 for general candidates and Rs.250 for OBC candidates. SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of application processing fee.  The application processing fee is required to be submitted by Demand Draft drawn in favour of  “The Central University of Gujarat” by any nationalized bank and payable at their Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad Branch  only.  Applications received without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
  
13. Separate applications for each post alongwith all the requisite documents as mentioned in the prescribed application form, addressed to the Officer on Special Duty (Admn.),  Central University of Gujarat, Sector‐30, Gandhinagar – 382030 with the post applied for clearly superscribed on the envelope, may be sent by Registered Post/Speed Post or submitted By Hand.
 
The last date for receiving the applications is 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment New/Rozgar Samachar (published on 14.11.2009).  Applications received after the due date are liable to be summarily rejected.
 
Central University of Gujarat
(Established by an Act of the Parliament 2009)
Sector-30, Gandhinagar-382030
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
DIARY NO. DATE:
PASTE HERE A SIGNED COPY OF YOUR RECENT PASS-PORT SIZE PHOTOGRAPH
Name of the post applied for ……………………………………………………
Demand Draft No. ………………………………….. Date ……………………
for Rs. …………………. , Bank …………………………………………............
payable at ………………………….. branch
Advt. No……………………………………Date……………………………………..
GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Name in Full :……………………………………………………………………………….
2. Father’s/Husband’s Name :………………………………………………………..
3. Date of Birth: Day…………….Month………………………..Year……………..
(As recorded in Matriculation or equivalent certificate)
4. Age (as on the last date fixed for the receipt of application)………………years………….months.
5. Nationality……………………………….
6. Marital Status : Married Unmarried
7. Sex : Male Female
8. Do you belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) or Other Backward Class (OBC) or Differently Abled (PH)? If Yes, specify………………………………………………
9. PERMANENT ADDRESS:……………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
10. ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE:………………………………………………………………………………….
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Email:……………………………………………………………………………..Ph :………………………………………..
Mobile:……………………………………..
11. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS* (From Matriculation onwards):
Marks
Examination
Board / University
Year of Passing
Obtained
Out of
% of Marks
Subject/s Course
Matriculation (10th)
Higher Secondary / Intermediate (10+2)
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
M.Phil
Ph. D.
Any other Degree/Diploma
Technical Qualifications (if any)
12. Teaching /Technical/Professional experience:
Period of Service
Designation
Name of the Organization
Scale of Pay / Pay Structure
Nature of Appointment
From
To
Period
Note : Please indicate Pay Band and Grade Pay separately
*Please attach separate sheet if the space is insufficient.
Additional information, if any ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
I hereby declare that all entries made by me in this application are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that in the event of any information being found false, incomplete or incorrect, my candidature/appointment is liable to be cancelled/terminated. I have enclosed attested copies of the supporting documents in respect of Sr. No. 3, 8, 11 and 12 above.
Place………………………………..
Date……………………………….. Signature of the Applicant
Encl : as above
(The endorsement below is to be signed and forwarded by the Head of the Department/Employer in the case of the in-service candidates whether in permanent or temporary capacity failing which the application is liable to be rejected).
ENDORSEMENT OF THE EMPLOYER
Ref. No……………………………… Date……………………………
1. The application of ______________________________________is hereby forwarded with the remarks that we have no objection to his/her application being considered.
2. Certified that the information given by the applicant in this application form has been checked/verified and found to be correct with reference to his/her service records.
3. Applicable in case of deputation: Attested copies of the applicant’s confidential reports for the preceding five years alongwith vigilance/integrity certificates are enclosed.
Signature
Of the forwarding Officer
(with office seal

Saturday, November 21, 2009

STAFF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMM

MKSSS CUMMINS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING PUNE ORGANISED STAFF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMM ON " MODERN LIBRARY TRENDS" 9-20 NOV,2009

This programm was very very useful to the participants.

They have organised very well,ProfessionalExperts are Very Knowledgable

My thanks to the MKSSS MANAGEMENT ,PRINCIPAL,ORGANISANG COMITTEE

BABAN KUMBHAR
LIBRARIAN
ABHINAVE EDUCATION SOCIETY COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
WADWADI,TAL KHANDAL ,DIST SATARA
MAHARASHTRA

Sunday, October 4, 2009

LIBRARY 2.0: Libraries as Transparency Institutions Workshop

LIBRARY 2.0: Libraries as Transparency Institutions Workshop

LIBRARY

Libraries as Transparency Institutions Workshop

Libraries as Transparency Institutions Workshop
Date:
17 November, 2009 - 18 November, 2009
Location:
Punjabi University, Patiala, India
Description:
Introduction
Corruption, and the suppression of information that might help people to lighten the burden of corruption, is everywhere. No country is free of this. IFLA/FAIFE is delighted that Punjabi University has boldly agreed to host the first, pilot, Transparency Workshop based on the content of IFLA's Manifesto on Transparency, Good Governance and Freedom from Corruption.
India is an appropriate venue for the Workshop, not because corruption is a bigger problem here than elsewhere (it is not), but because the inspiration for the IFLA Manifesto came partly from some research on access to information carried out in Delhi (Sharma, Geeta and Sturges, Paul (2007) Using ICT to help the poor access public services: an action research programme, Information Development, 32(1) 15-23.). The idea behind the Workshops is that libraries (public and academic) can be transparency institutions, contributing towards good governance and limiting the scope for corruption. By providing access to print and electronic resources, libraries already contribute to social, political, economic and other forms of transparency, but there is a potential for much more. The Workshop will explore this potential in collaboration with the IATLIS. Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) is a 40 years old professional association active in LIS education, research, training, conferences, seminars, workshops and collaboration. One of its aims is to raise awareness of library and information professionals concerning the cutting and leading-edge of the library profession.
The Workshop
The inaugural session would be held from at 11.00 on Tuesday, 17 November 2009. From 13.30 on Tuesday until 14.00 on Wednesday 18 November 2009, in the Senate Hall at Punjabi University, Patiala, FAIFE's presenters, Dr. Paul Sturges, Emeritus Professor, Department of Information Science, Loughborough University, Loughborough (UK), (Chair of FAIFE 2003-2009) and Dr. Kai Ekholm, Director and Chief Librarian, National Library of Finland, Helsinki (Finland), (Chair of FAIFE 2009-2011) will lead participants in the technical sessions of the Transparency Workshop. This will be based on the Workshop Materials available on the IFLA Website adapted to local circumstances for the occasion. The programme will include a mixture of lecture presentations and interactive exercises involving all participants.
Participants
Librarians of all levels of seniority and from any type of library are invited to apply to the Workshop Coordinator, Dr Jagtar Singh, Prof. and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala - 147002 (Punjab) Jagtar.kindu@gmail.com to participate in this event. The event is funded by the Swedish Development Agency Sida, which is particularly concerned that women and members of minorities are well represented amongst participants. Attendance is free of charge and refreshments (sessions' tea and working lunch only) will be provided throughout proceedings. Participants themselves will have to manage their travel expenses, and pay for their accommodation, breakfast and dinner, if they prefer to stay at the Punjabi University Campus. A limit on numbers attending of 25 will apply, so early application is advised. The closing date for applications is 14 October 2009.
Expected outcomes
FAIFE intends that by the end of the Workshop participants will:
* understand more about the problem of corruption in society* understand the ways in which transparency can alleviate the problem* have developed an insight into the role libraries can play in greater transparency in society* have examined the danger of corruption in the management and practice of library work* have a clear idea of specific programmes that librarians and professional associations can promote for improving transparency and governance
FAIFE further hopes that participants will:
* resolve to commit themselves to disseminating the transparency message through their own professional activity
Dr. Jagtar SinghIFLA-FAIFE Workshop Coordinator&President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS)Department of Library and Information SciencePunjabi University, Patiala - 147002 (Punjab) INDIAEmail: jagtar.kindu@gmail.comTel: 0175-3046179 and 3046442 (Office)Fax: 0175-2283073.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

International Workshop on Information Literacy (IWIL) - 2009

International Workshop on Information Literacy (IWIL) - 2009Date: 22-26 June 2009Organized byIndependent University, Bangladesh (IUB)Sponsored byThe International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions(IFLA)Venue: Independent University, Bangladesh, Baridhara, DhakaIFLA (The International Federation of Library Associations andInstitutions) is the leading international body representing theinterests of library and information services and their users. It isthe global voice of the library and information profession. IFLA hasseveral 'core activities', one of which is Action for Developmentthrough Libraries (ALP). In the IFLA website it has been described asfollows:"The mission of ALP is to further the library profession, libraryinstitutions and library and information services in the developingcountries of Africa, Asia and Oceania and Latin America and theCaribbean. Within the special ALP areas the goals are to assist incontinuing education and training; to facilitate the establishment ofnew library associations and the implementation of IFLA Guidelines onthe management of library associations; to promote the function oflibraries: services to the general public, information literacy andlifelong learning, and to combat functional illiteracy; to promote theuse of ICT and the creation of electronic resources and to increasepublishing activities and dissemination of information to thecommunities, with special attention to marginalized groups."So, under this mission and strategy of IFLA, Independent UniversityBangladesh, (IUB) has been selected to host the above statedinternational workshop for the first time in Bangladesh.The Key resource person for the workshop is:Gary GormanProfessor, School of Information ManagementVictoria University of Wellington, New ZealandContact person:M. Hossam Haider ChowdhuryUniversity LibrarianIndependent University, BangladeshPhone: 880-2-9884498, 880-2-9881917, 880-2-9881681Fax: 880-2-8823959, 880-2-9896575E-mail: mhhc@iub.edu. bd

digilibrarian: LIS-Forum] Invitation for college librarians meet at University of Pune

digilibrarian: LIS-Forum] Invitation for college librarians meet at University of Pune

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digilibrarian: LIS-Forum] Invitation for college librarians meet at University of Pune

digilibrarian: LIS-Forum] Invitation for college librarians meet at University of Pune

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National Seminar

National Seminar
on
Library & Information Services in Changing Era

22-23 January, 2009