Senior Library and Information Assistant in Defence Services Staff College, Ministry of Defence, Tamilnadu

Advt.No. : SSC/SR-2/ 2012

Cat No.: SR-B-1 

Post Name: Senior Library & Information Assistant in Defence Services Staff College, Ministry of Defence

Classification: Group "B" (Non-gazetted) Non-Ministerial

No.of Vacancy: UR-1(ONE). The post is not suitable for OH/HH/VH candidates. Hence, these candidates need not apply. (i.e PH candidates are not eligible.)

Scale of Pay: PB-Rs.9300-34800 plus Grade Pay Rs.4200/-

Initial Place of Posting: Wellington (Nilgiris), Tamil Nadu

Age Limit : Not exceeding 30 years. Relaxable by 5 Years for Central Govt. Employees with not less than 3 years' regular and continuous service.

Fee Payable: Rs.50/- (Rupees fifty only). SC/ST/Female and eligible EX-S are exempted from payment of fees.

Essential Qualification:

(i) Degree of a recognized University or equivalent

(ii) Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Diploma in Library Science of a recognized University/Institute or equivalent.

(iii) Professional experience in a Library of Standing (or) Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized Insititute.

Note : Qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the SSC, for reasons to be recorded in writing in the case of candidate otherwise eligible.

Job Responsibilities: Library Information Retrieval, Press Clipping, Book Selection, Book issues and documentation of Books and Periodicals.

More Information, can be downloaded from:  http://ssc.nic.in/notice/examnotice/combined_advertisement.pdf

Vacancy of Librarian and Information Assistant in Archaeological Survey of India, Chennai

Advt.No.  Cat No.	:		SSC/SR-2/ 2012  :SR-7
Classification	:		Group-C (Non- Gazetted, Non- Ministerial)
No. of Vacancies	:		OBC-1(One). The post is not suitable for OH/HH/VH candidates. Hence, these candidates need not apply. (i.e PH candidates are not eligible.)
Scale of Pay	:		PB-2 Rs.9,300-34,800/- with Grade Pay of Rs.4,200/-
Initial Place of Posting	:		Chennai with All India service liability
Age Limit	:		Not exceeding 30 years,
		Upper Age Limit is relaxable by 3 years for OBC candidates
Fee payable	:		Rs.50/- (Rupees fifty only). Female and eligible EX-S are exempted from payment of fees.
Essential Qualification	:		i) Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce of a recognized University. ii) Diploma in librarianship from a recognized Institution.
Desirable Qualification	:		Knowledge of atleast one foreign language other than English.
Job Responsibilities	:		Maintenance of Library and connected works.

  More Details.

http://ssc.nic.in/notice/examnotice/combined_advertisement.pdfcombined_advertisement.pdf

VACANCY OF LIBRARIAN at GANGA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, NEW DELHI

Post Graduate Teacher- Library required at ARAVALI PUBLIC SCHOOL, MEWAT (HARYANA)

Required Librarian at KAUSHALYA WORLD SCHOOL, GREATER NOIDA

Vacancy of Librarian at Singhnia Educational Institute, Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh)

Vacancy of School Librarian at BABY MARTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL, LUCKNOW

VACANCY OF SCHOOL LIBRARIAN AT G D GOENKA SCHOOL, KANPUR

VACANCY OF LIBRARIAN/ASST. LIBRARIAN at B.A. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHEDPUR

VACANCY OF LIBRARIAN AT ACCURATE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH SOCIETY, GREATER NOIDA

VACANCY OF LIBRARIAN AT MAHENDRA PRATAP SHARADA PRASAD SINGH COLLEGE OF ARTS, COMMERCE AND SCIENCE, MUMBAI

Walk-in-interview at Agra University on 11 September 2012 for Faculty Positions

Advertisement-3/RW-2012

Note: Retired Persons can also apply.

Applications are invited for inclusion in the panel of Guest Faculty on a purely per lecture payment basis during the session 2012-13 in the Departments and Subjects.

Qualification Required: PG in relevant Subject with NET/Ph.D

Walk-in-interview: Date & Time: 11-09-2012 at 11.00 a.m

Vanue: Dr. B.R Ambedkar University, Agra

Reservation as per UP State Government rules

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Candidates, interested in being considered, are advised to present themselves for interview, in the Brihaspati Bhawan, Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat, Dr. B.R Ambedkar University, Agra with attested photo-copies of relevent documents, one passport size photograph and and application on plain paper, providing a summary account of academic qualifications and academic grades/scores of the applicant.

For more details: http://www.dbrau.ac.in/pdf_2012_13/guest_faculty_adver_3rw_2012.pdf 

Last Apply Date: 11 Sep 2012

Gems NPS International School is looking for Librarian

Gems NPS International School is looking for a resourceful Librarian with 1+ years experience in the same post. Candidates must have M.LibSc/ BLSc and should have the knowledge of computer and library software. Salary will be based on experience. Interested candidates can their resume with all the necessary documents and passport size photo within 7 days from now.

About Employer

The GEMS NPS International School is one of the uprising school in Guwahati and it is having classes from Playschool to Grade XII. It is a residential school which also offers day-boarding.

Employer Address:	NH37, Near Lakhra Chariali, P.O. Saukuchi, Guwahati-781034
Email:	career.gemsnpscc@gmail.com
URL:	www.gemsnpsinternationalschoolguwahati.com
Phone:	88765-55333, 88765-88565
Required Experience:	Refer to above
Required Education:	Refer to above
Job Location:	Guwahati

Librarian Vacancy at D.R. College, Golghat, Assam

Post: Librarian

Job Location: Golghat, Assam

Source: Assam Tribune, 01 Sept 2012

Librarian Vacancy at Dr. DY Patil Pratishthan Akurdi, Pune

Post: Librarian

Job Location: Pune

Source: Indian Express, 04 Sept 2012

Library Assistant Vacancy at LGB Regional Institute of Mental Health,, Tezpur, Assam

Post: Library Assistant

Job Location: Tezpur, Assam

Source: Assam Tribune

Post of Librarian at The Institution of Engineers (India) in Kolkata

Download original advt. : https://www.ieindia.info/PDF_IMAGES/Event_Pdf/ADVT%20SEP%202012.pdf?Event_Id=756

The Student, Libraries and Machines

Recent debates over photocopying expose the many complications that underlie the practice

What did we do when there were no photo-copiers? From my under graduate days over two decades ago, I seem to remember an economy of paucity where books, class-notes and the low cunning needed to pass examinations served as the principal currencies of knowledge. Other than a few cheap editions and reprints, most books were expensive and difficult to come by outside libraries. So we took ourselves to the reading rooms and tried to switch off the world outside for at least a couple of hours.

This is still not a bad model for the humanities, where often all that you need to do is to place a reasonably intelligent young person and a large number of books in mutual proximity . But Indian libraries are not welcoming or comfortable places, nor do they stay open beyond office hours. The mandarins responsible for higher education do not seem to realize the need of properly equipped and staffed libraries, and waste their time on footling irrelevancies. However, it is also true that we could make do with fewer books in our time, for there was a one-sizefit-all curriculum which was rarely revised. In addition, the leisurely gait of an annual system meant that there was no mad rush for study materials.

Then in the 1990s, things began to slowly change, with `option al' and `special' papers beginning to daringly raise their heads -for the first time, the research interests of the teachers started to be reflected in the curricula.

In 2003, Jadavpur University became one of the first institutes of higher learning to switch wholly to a semester system. The resultant culture shock played out differently -some departments resented it, and did a cutpaste job with their old syllabus, with disastrous consequences. Others, such as ours, dismantled the older system completely and ex tended the scope of op tional courses to cover nearly half the sylla bus. Evaluation meth ods were also chang ed, with reduced weight given to termi nal examinations, and more stress given to continuous evaluati on.

Given the wide range of new texts that were brought into the changed syllabi, ext began to become re the idea of the `set' text began to become redundant. Library acquisitions could not keep pace with the needs of both students and teachers. In a semester at JU, four courses are taught and each of the courses may have anything between half-a-dozen to a dozen texts. In a course titled `Crime Fiction' I once taught, there were nearly 30 detective novels. Which student could be expected to buy all the texts?

And which library would stock them? We had perforce to depend on borrowing, photocopying and in some cases, e-texts or pdf versions of the books. It was that or not running the course at all.

I do realize that the scenario is different with affiliating universities which do not have the luxury of rotating their syllabi or offering optionals. But at the same time, there is a need to move away from the stultifying system of teaching the same syllabus year after year and sending students scurrying to photocopy the same old stuff. Sometimes, the act of photocopying itself becomes a surrogate for study, with proportionately less time devoted to the actual task of reading the copies.

Having said which, the fuss made by the three publishers about photocopying at Delhi University has a faintly comic ring about it. The fact that they did nothing all these years indicates that it was not worth their while then to prosecute, but now the peanuts DU has to shell out as licensing fee suddenly seem to matter. Add to it that one of the trio -which specializes in publishing academic journals -is notorious for charging the most unconscionable prices to libraries worldwide and not paying a paisa to its contributors.

ABHIJIT GUPTA The author is Associate Professor of English, Jadavpur University
Read More News at: http://epaper.telegraphindia.com/PUBLICATIONS/TT/TT/2012/09/04/index.shtml

Jharkhand State library: A boon to students preparing for competitive exam

RANCHI: The state library has proved to be a boon to students who are preparing for competitive examinations.

More than 500 such students can be seen in the library anytime of the day. The library has had many students clearing various competitive examinations without tuition and good reading materials needed for these examinations.

Kailash Kumar, a student, said, "My brother used to come to this library regularly and study. Currently, he holds a good post in a bank. Now I have started coming here to study as I am also preparing for competitive examinations." Kailash said the advantage of studying in the library is that his friends, who also visit the library, help him clear any doubts that he may have and vice-versa. "There is absolutely no need for extra tuition," he said.

The main reason behind students going to the library to study is the peaceful and study-friendly environment it offers. "When I see people around me studying it motivates me. I have even formed my own study group. We discuss whatever problem we may have in studies," said Mohit who is preparing for the UPSC civil services examinations.

Students also prefer the state library as it is cheaper than any other library in the city. Manoj, who a member of the library, said, "I have to pay only Rs 25 annually and Rs 50 as security money in return for good environment where I can study for hours together without being disturbed. It is affordable for people like me who are not financially strong."

Although the library offers a good environment, the lack of updated and properly maintained books is a problem. "Many times I can't find the book I need as there is no catalogue available in the library. Another problem which we face here is that the library do not have new books."

Amarnath Jha, the librarian in-charge, said: "The lack of adequate number of staff is the biggest problem in arranging the books. Moreover, as there is no catalogue available in the library, managing the books has become difficult."

As many books are unavailable in the library, many students usually bring their own reading materials. As for keeping themselves updated with current affairs they get the daily newspapers and monthly magazines in the library itself.

Sanjeev Kumar, a member, said, "We get almost a dozen newspapers and almost three dozen latest magazines to prepare for the examination. Many people I know have cleared several competitive examinations by studying the materials available here."

Read More News at: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ranchi/State-library-A-boon-to-students-preparing-for-competitive-exams/articleshow/16231696.cms

Librarian Vacancy at Apeejay School, Delhi

Post: Librarian (School)

Job Location: Delhi

Source: Sunday Times, New Delhi Ed, 02 Sept. 2012

The bookless library – Is that the future of libraries?

Whether the advent of eBooks heralds the end of print books or not, it certainly seems that it will lead to the demise of libraries as we know them. The bookless library is increasing a reality, staring in places meant to be the repository of knowledge, university libraries, and gaining ground outside academic grounds.

The New York Public Library is implementing its plan to move many of its books away from its main branch into offsite storage with 24-hour advance request required. Yet it is not the first library to do so. Opening the move was Kansas State University’s engineering school, which went bookless 12 years ago. The University of Texas at San Antonio ditched print for e-books and e-journals in 2010. Stanford University’s engineering school pruned 85 percent of its books last year. Drexel University opened a new library just last month with hardly a single print book – just rows and rows of computers. And Cornell recently announced a similar initiative.

From academic libraries, the trend is now spreading to public libraries. Before New York,  in order to successfully abide a budget crunch, the Balboa Branch library in Newport Beach, California, is implementing a plan to strip its original library of most of if not all its 35,000 books and a few librarians as well. The 50-year-old library will become a de facto community center — a place where citizens can gather, chat without fear of being shushed by a stern librarian, and surf the web. Yet, patrons really wanting a book can still get one. All they have to do is march up to a voice-activated electronic kiosk; speak with a librarian at one of the city’s three other branches; order it and wait by the library’s traditional fireplace for it to be dropped off at a locker on site, though it might be wiser to go home  and come back the next day.

According to a Broward County (FL.) library employee, the future of library holding physical books seems gloomy. Commenting on a post about bookless libraries, he points at the main reasons virtual libraries will increasingly replace print books libraries

“1 – Our budgets are not enough to purchase both dead tree books and eBooks. We choose to increase the number of eBook titles available to customers (as well as other digital resources) and those dollars come from the physical book/item collection. This includes fewer CDs (Freegal replaces) and potentially DVDs soon.

2 – Staffing budgets are down everywhere. In Broward County Library our virtual reference and digital resources are staffed by two people. Just to process new physical materials it takes four people. It is not hard to see where the trend is heading.

Will there be physical books in libraries? Yes for the foreseeable future. But they will be more for older or poorer customers who do not have access any other way to old materials. New materials will not be available in the end.

Right now we do more than 60% of all circulation is Audio Visual materials (DVD, CD, etc) and customers using the physical building more for the computer access or bringing their own laptops in to access WiFi etc.

Less than 60% of all customers walking into the building actually check something out, and as above less than 40% of that is a physical book. “

And since money is still what rules the world, whether we like it of not, bookless libraries are what the future holds for the majority of us who are not scholars interested in checking watermarks and other specialized particularities of print books.

Read More News at:  http://www.epublishabook.com/2012/08/31/the-bookless-library-is-that-the-future-of-libraries/#axzz25OdEHGTq

Library Assistant 'A' at Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF SPACE

INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANISATION

SPACE APPLICATIONS CENTRE

AHMEDABAD – 380 015.

Advertisement No. SAC: 02/2012

(The site will remain open from 25/08/2012 to 14/09/2012 from 08:00 hours to 20:00 hours for registering the application.)

Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad is one of the lead Centres of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space (DOS). SAC focuses on design of space borne instruments for terrestrial and planetary missions of ISRO and development and operationalisation of Space Technology for national development.

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSTS:

Post Code-02   
Name of the Post-LIBRARY ASSISTANT ‘A’     
No. of Posts- 01
Reservation Details -1 (UR)
Essential Qualification- Graduate + Master’s Degree in Library Science/ Library & Information Science or equivalent (First Class) from recognized University/ Institution.
Desirable qualification : Science Graduate with knowledge of Computer Applications in the field of Library & Information


HOW TO APPLY :
Application should be registered on-line only. Upon registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration Number, which should be carefully preserved for future reference. It is also mandatory to send hard copy of on-line application summary with signature and colour photograph pasted in the appropriate column along with attested true copies of the testimonials such as Mark sheets and certificates of all Educational Qualification, Caste/Tribe certificate (if applicable), experience certificate etc. to the following address superscribing the Advertisement Number, Post Code and Registration Number on the Front side of the cover and should reach on or before 25/09/2012 through ordinary post only. The Centre will not be responsible for any postal delay.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (RMT. & REV.)

BUILDING NO. 30-D,

SPACE APPLICATIONS CENTRE (ISRO),

AMBAWADI VISTAR P.O.,

JODHPUR TEKRA,

AHMEDABAD – 380 015 (GUJARAT)

Post of Librarian at Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak (Haryana)

Applications on prescribed form are invited from eligible candidates for the following posts : Librarian : 01 post How to Apply: Only those possessing prescribed qualifications and meeting the Selection Criteria as may apply along with attested copies of testimonials of each examination/ class of the required/concerned course (s) (from Matric onwards) with application fee of Rs.500/- (Rs.125/- for SC/BC of Haryana State only) for the post at Sr. No.1 & 2 and Rs.300 (Rs.75 for SC/BC of Haryana State only) for Sr. No.3 and 4. The application fee be enclosed with the form in the shape of Demand Draft drawn in favour of Finance Officer, M.D. University, Rohtak and sent to the Registrar latest by 01/10/2012. The ESM candidates are exempted from application fee.   Qualifications for the post of Librarian: i) Master’s Degree in Library Science/information Science/Documentation with atleast 55% of the marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale and consistently good academic record. ii) At least 13 years as a Deputy Librarian in a University Library or 18 years experience as a College Librarian. However, experience is relaxable in case of exceptionally competent and qualified candidate. iii) Evidence of innovative Library Service and organization of published work. Desirable: M.Phil/Ph.D degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation /archives and manuscript keeping. Last Date of Application:  01/10/2012.  Original Advertisement: http://mdurohtak.ac.in/pdf/Adv._Pdf/Adv.new_pdf/Advt.%20No.%205_%202012.pdf

SATKAL Awards 2012: Call for Nominations

Nominations are invited for the SATKAL Awards 2012. These Awards are given each year to individuals for their perceptible contribution to the Library and Information profession for advancement of librarianship. The closing date for receiving nominations is 15 October 2012. Kindly send your nominations for the following awards:

•         National Librarian Award
•         Woman Librarian Award
•         Young Librarian Award
•         School Librarian Award

Eligibility:

Library and Information Science professionals working in India or abroad are eligible to apply.

At least 20 year experience in case of National Librarian Award and Women Librarian Award, and 10 year experience in for Young Librarian Award and School Librarian Award is necessary.

For Young Librarian Award, professionals must be below 45 years.

The self nominations will not be considered and a person can nominate only one person for each category. In case of school librarian it should be recommended by the principal of the school.

Written nominations must include- Name of the nominee, job title, organization, mailing address, phone no., email address, award category, a detailed profile highlighting the educational & professional experience, significant contribution made in the field of library and information science/services, publications, a paragraph (one page) justifying nomination for the award.  Besides a soft copy, send two printed copies of the nomination on or before 15 October 2012to:

Dr. Raj Kumar,

General Secretary, SATKAL &

University Librarian,

A.C. Joshi Library,

Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014

Email: rajkumar196@yahoo.co.in

Cell phone: 09417461789

Landline: 0172 2548159

A soft copy of the nomination should also be sent to: Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, SATKAL, Jagtardeep@gmail.com

Kindly write SATKAL AWARD 2012 on the top of the envelope and enclose a signed copy of the profile.

This library stands tall even in digital age

Age-old books are preserved in air-conditioned cabins in the library. —DC

“A library of wisdom is more precious than all wealth, and all things that are desirable cannot be compared to it”, said writer Richard de Bury, centuries ago.

Travancore’s Maharaja Swati Thirunal knew there couldn’t be anything truer than this and entrusted the task of setting up a library to the then resident Edward Cadogan.

The Trivandrum People’s Library, that later became one of the first public libraries in India, was thus born in 1829.

Open to the public since 1898, the library stands active even in the age of digital books and e-papers, housing about 4 lakh books.

“People’s inclination to internet had slightly brought down the membership for a while. However, almost all of them came back in no time. Guess it’s the enchanting feel that only a library can give”, said P.Subrapha, state librarian who has been here for five years.

According to her, people come back as the library walks with the changing times. “We have a well-updated website with all the details.

Government gazettes are also digitised and preserved here now, in addition to subscribing to more magazines and journals,” she observed.

What’s most striking about the library is its Gothic-style architecture that took shape after 1900, on the orders of His Highness Sree Moolam Thirunal.

The ruler might have felt that the books of knowledge should be housed beautifully too. The construction style was chosen in commemoration of the diamond jubilee of Queen Victoria.

Heading the family of books is a translation published in 1569, titled A Righte Noble and Pleasant History of the Successors of Alexander surnamed The Great.

As per records, it’s written by ‘Wise Plutarch’ and translated from French to English by Thomas Stocker. Age-old books like these are preserved in air-conditioned cabins.

Along with the years, the library has improved its budget for books and journals. However, the library now faces the issues of space crunch and staff shortage.

“Funds were allotted to construct a heritage model building to store books. However, due to a recent case, no construction activities have been allowed on the premises as of now. This is a serious matter”, said Ms Suprabha.

Read More News at: http://www.deccanchronicle.com/channels/cities/thiruvananthapuram/library-stands-tall-even-digital-age-925

For B.Lib & I.Sc. Fresher’s (One Year Apprenticeship) in all Regions

Board Of Apprenticeship Training, Northern Region, Kanpur
BOARD OF APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

16/1-A, Lakhanpur, Kanpur – 208024
Phones: 0512 - 2584056/2584057
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Ministry of Human Resource Development
Government of India
CIT Campus, Taramani
CHENNAI - 600 113
Phone : +91-44-22542703 / 22541359
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A.T.I. Campus,
V.N.Purav Marg, Sion,
Mumbai-400022
Phone No : 022-24055635,24053682
Fax : 022-24055923
Email-Id :director.boatwr@gmail.com
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Dy. Librarian
MNNIT, Allahabad

Maharaja Sayajirao University univ opens archive library of history

Vadodara, An archival library was today inaugurated at the department of History of Maharaja Sayajirao University here. The Department has a large number of manuscripts written in 'Modi' script that throw light on the development of mercantile and social activities in medieval Gujarat. "The Department has embarked upon the herculean task of classifying, documenting and digitizing all the archival materials that it has collected over the past decades," Head of History Department Dr Adhya Saxena said. Founded in 1949, the Department of History emphasises on the teaching of medieval and modern Indian History and researches in medieval archeology, art, architecture, epigraphy and numismatics using foreign and domestic sources. The Department has also encompassed the socio-economic history of western India with special emphasis on the process of urbanization. Mayor Dr Jyoti Pandya said learning history is important as "the past teaches us grow and develop analytical perspective". Vice Chancellor Prof Yogesh Singh also stressed the need for understanding history. "We need to re-interpret many known facts that were presented to us by the British," he said. PTI CORR NSK

Read More News at : http://ibnlive.in.com/generalnewsfeed/news/msu-univ-opens-archive-library-of-history/1056347.html

Google to alter search results under copyright pressure

New York: Big media companies won a battle in the fight to combat online piracy Friday when Google said it would alter its search algorithms to favor websites that offered legitimate copyrighted movies, music and television.

Google said that beginning next week its algorithms would take into account the number of valid copyright removal notices that websites had received. Websites with multiple, valid complaints about copyright infringement may appear lower in Google search results.

"This ranking change should help users find legitimate, quality sources of content more easily - whether it's a song previewed on NPR's music website, a TV show on Hulu or new music streamed from Spotify," Amit Singhal, Google's senior vice president of engineering, wrote in a company blog post.

The entertainment industry, which has for years pressured Google and other Internet sites to act against online piracy, applauded the move.

"We are optimistic that Google's actions will help steer consumers to the myriad legitimate ways for them to access movies and TV shows online," Michael O'Leary, a senior executive vice president for the Motion Picture Association of America, said in a statement.

Cary Sherman, chief executive of the Recording Industry Association of America, also commended Google's move.

"Google has signaled a new willingness to value the rights of creators," he said in a statement.

But the two men expressed caution and urged Google to carry out the change with the vigor it adopted in combating pirated videos on YouTube, which Google owns.

"The devil is always in the details," O'Leary said.

Sherman added, similarly, that changing the search algorithm "is not the only approach, and of course, the details of implementation will matter."

The announcement comes just over six months after a heated battle between big media companies and technology companies, who were sparring over proposed legislation intended to crack down on pirated online content, particularly by rogue foreign websites.

In January, media companies like Viacom, Time Warner and the Walt Disney Co. backed two anti-piracy bills, one in the Senate and the other in the House of Representatives, while Internet activists and companies like Google and Facebook argued the bills would hinder Internet freedom. Buoyed by a huge online grass-roots movement, and aided by Wikipedia's going black for a day in protest, the bills quickly died.

That tension has decreased somewhat as media companies have met with Silicon Valley executives over how to solve the problem to everyone's satisfaction.

Google said it would not remove pages from copyright-infringing websites from its search engine unless it received a valid copyright removal notice from the rights' owner.

"Only copyright holders know if something is authorized, and only courts can decide if a copyright has been infringed," Singhal said.

More News at: http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2012-08-14/news/33201272_1_anti-piracy-bills-google-search-results-online-piracy

Thomson Reuters injuncted from infringing copyright of SC cases

Thomson Reuters, the multinational information conglomerate based out of New York, along with its Indian operations – Westlaw India and Indlaw – have been restrained by an ad interim injunction by the District Judge, Lucknow from infringing the copyrights of Eastern Book Company in their law report “Supreme Court Cases”, popularly known as SCC. Despite notice, Westlaw India/ Indlaw continued to infringe through their databases, Internet websites and CD-Roms the copyrights recognised by the Supreme Court of India in Eastern Book Co Vs DB Modak, (2008) 1 SCC 1.

In Regular Suit 115 of 2012 filed against Thomson Reuters/ Westlaw India/ Indlaw under the Copyright Act, 1957, vide order dated 22-8-2012, the District Judge, Lucknow has granted an order of temporary injunction restraining Thomson Reuters/ Westlaw India/ Indlaw, their assigns and business franchisees, licensees, distributors, agents, etc., from infringing the copyrights in the law report “Supreme Court Cases” (SCC) and from selling, distributing or otherwise making available to the public, either as CD ROMs or through their websites or by any other means, copies of their databases which infringe the copyrights in the law report “Supreme Court Cases” (SCC), during the pendency of the suit.

A battery of lawyers, including Jaideep Narain Mathur, senior advocate and former Additional Advocate General, UP, appeared for Eastern Book Co.

More News at : http://www.exchange4media.com/47886_thomson-reuters-injuncted-from-infringing-copyright-of-sc-cases.html