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June 19 is National Reading Day

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National Reading Day: How Digital Libraries Are Shaping the Future of ReadingEvery time on June 19, India celebrates National Reading Day to commemorate the extraordinary benefactions of Puthuvayil Narayana Panicker, extensively known as the Father of the Library Movement in India. His unvarying sweats to homogenize access to books began with the establishment of Kerala’s first public library in 1945 and crowned in the sanctioned recognition of June 19 as a public festivity of reading in 1996. recognizing P.N. Panicker’s VisionPanicker’s heritage is n’t just about recognizing a day it’s about continuing a charge. As the founding force behind the Kerala Granthashala Sangham( KGS), he helped expand the library network in Kerala […]

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Burton Barr Central Library

USA /

The main library in Phoenix, Arizona, is the Burton Barr Central Library. It serves as the Phoenix Public Library’s administrative centre and main site. Burton Barr, the Republican Majority Leader in the Arizona House of Representatives from 1966 to 1986, is honoured by the name. One million volumes are in the library’s collection. The structure

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Badulla Public Library

Colombo Library: A Beacon of Academic Excellence

Sri Lanka /

Nestled in the vibrant city of Colombo, the University of Colombo Library stands as a cornerstone of academic and intellectual growth in Sri Lanka. Established in 1921 alongside the university, the library has become a vital resource for students, researchers, and academics, offering unparalleled access to knowledge and research materials. As the oldest university in Sri Lanka,

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Batticaloa Public Library

University Libraries of Sri Lanka: A Cornerstone of Academic Excellence

Sri Lanka /

University libraries play a pivotal role in fostering academic excellence, serving as hubs of knowledge, research, and intellectual growth. In Sri Lanka, university libraries are integral to the nation’s higher education system, supporting diverse academic disciplines and providing resources for students, faculty, and researchers. Each library is unique, reflecting the specific needs of its institution

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Sri Lanka IFLA

Sri Lanka /

Sri Lanka, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, has a rich cultural and educational heritage that stretches back thousands of years. Its diverse landscapes, vibrant traditions, and commitment to education have shaped the country’s role in global institutions. One such key area of engagement is the field of library and information science (LIS). Sri

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what is the role of NSLRC in sri lanka

Sri Lanka /

The National Science Library & Resource Centre (NSLRC), located in Colombo, is one of Sri Lanka’s premier scientific libraries. NSLRC is part of the National Science Foundation and serves as a central repository of information for scientific research, publications, and data. It provides a vast collection of resources across various fields, including natural sciences, engineering, and technology.

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