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All corporators on same (unturned) page when it comes to ‘books’
Lucknow corporators from all parties haven't visited the city's library in five years, despite its rich collection, highlighting a neglect of reading habits.
Published on Apr 05, 2025 05:40 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
RPSC Librarian Grade 2 2024 question papers for Paper I, II out, link here
RPSC Librarian Grade 2 2024 question papers for both Paper I and II have been released at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in, download link here
Published on Feb 19, 2025 11:58 AM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
Problematics | Books on a library shelf
Hundreds of books on seven library shelves, unevenly distributed before being shared equally. How many were on each shelf in the beginning?
Published on Jan 13, 2025 02:26 PM IST
HT reviewer Arunima Mazumdar picks her favourite read of 2024
In this novel translated from the original Japanese, five individuals find purpose and meaning after reading books recommended to them by an enigmatic librarian
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 12:24 PM IST
Delhiwale: Lenin’s tomb
The Russian House library in Delhi offers a rich collection of Russian literature, including rare Soviet-era books, evoking a unique cultural experience.
Updated on Nov 25, 2024 05:08 AM IST
Cash-strapped and short-staffed Asiatic Society struggle to survive
The Asiatic Society of Mumbai faces potential disbandment due to staffing shortages and funding issues, prompting staff to call for urgent changes.
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 08:28 AM IST
Smithtown Library's basement completely destroyed by devastating flooding: Watch
The Smithtown Library, which is the home to many historical documents, has been severely affected by the catastrophic floods that swept across Long Island.
Published on Aug 31, 2024 03:33 PM IST
Students demand extended hours, more seats at Beant Singh Memorial Library in Chandigarh
Library supervisor Arvind Kumar said extending the service hours of the library will require some additional arrangements to be made in terms of added staff and security in the library, which are under consideration at the moment
Updated on Aug 26, 2024 10:44 AM IST
Anahadhbir Singh, Chandigarh
Moxy Mumbai Andheri West delivers a fun hotel experience tailored for the young
Whether a digital nomad or a group of friends, Moxy Mumbai Andheri West has something for everyone. The hotel is opening on August 25
Updated on Aug 23, 2024 11:52 AM IST
Access to knowledge is a right, not a privilege
This article is authored by Preedip Balaji, senior consultant, Indian Institute for Human Settlements, Bengaluru.
Published on Aug 12, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Preedip Balaji
This Book Lovers Day, explore 7 awesome libraries from around the world
On Book Lovers Day, we're taking you on a journey through 7 of the world's best libraries that every bibliophile should have on their bucket list
Published on Aug 09, 2024 04:07 PM IST
Aadrika Sominder
Book Lovers Day | Divya, Aahana; celebs reveal how reading helps them unwind
On National Book Lovers Day, actors Divya Dutta, Aahana Kumra and more reveal their favourite reading spots at home and how reading helps them relax and unwind.
Published on Aug 09, 2024 11:22 AM IST
UPSC aspirants deaths: Probe says Rau’s IAS Study Circle owner ‘responsible’
On July 25, three UPSC aspirants died after a library housed in the basement of Rau's IAS centre was flooded.
Updated on Aug 08, 2024 11:00 AM IST
Will donate ₹3 crore for library in memory of 3 students: AAP MP Sanjay Singh to UPSC aspirants
Will donate ₹3 crore for library in memory of 3 students: AAP MP Sanjay Singh to UPSC aspirants
Updated on Aug 01, 2024 11:14 PM IST
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DFS officials spotted books, shelves, but ‘missed’ library in Rau’s IAS Study Circle
Students at the coaching centre, however, say the library was functional for at least a year before the inspecting team arrived there.
Published on Jul 31, 2024 11:40 PM IST
Rau's IAS got permission for storage, parking only, but ran library: AAP MLA
MLA Durgesh Pathak requested AAP government and MCD to investigate every such institute. MCD mayor ordered crackdown on basement study centres.
Published on Jul 28, 2024 01:23 PM IST
Michiko Aoyama – “I have a new favourite Manga author every day”
On why libraries are “dream systems”, her memories of working in one, her love of Manga, and her plans to collaborate with an artist on her next work
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 05:45 PM IST
Order on mandatory library hours draws educators’ ire
In a letter issued by the director higher education department (colleges), all the college principals have been directed to ensure the implementation of guidelines
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 08:04 AM IST
Akanksha Attri, Ludhiana
Book Box | Three unexpected ways to introduce yourself
Experimenting with tell-me-about-yourself questions reveals creative ways of connecting with people
Published on Jun 23, 2024 12:37 AM IST
Angry at being teased, man stabs woman on Mukherjee Nagar street in Delhi
According to police, the woman, a resident of Jafrabad, was preparing for competitive exams and was headed to the library when the incident happened
Updated on Mar 25, 2024 05:06 AM IST
How Noida’s Public libraries are providing haven for competitive exam aspirants
Some feel there is no such thing as too many libraries and students, especially those from poor families, can benefit from more public libraries in the city
Updated on Feb 26, 2024 01:39 AM IST
86-yr-old who transformed his residence into public library in Kerala felicitated with Padma Shri award
Kurella converted his own residence at the village into a library which comprises over 200,000 books that attracts book lovers, students and researchers from all parts of the state
Updated on Jan 27, 2024 06:04 AM IST
Srinivasa Rao Apparasu, Hyderabad
Students in the dark, staff left high and dry at Delhi’s oldest library
A power outage now in its 5th month and defunct basic amenities at Hardayal Municipal Public Library threaten to derail members’ exam prep
Published on Jan 16, 2024 03:39 PM IST
UP largest beneficiary of special aid to states for capital expenditure
The scheme offers 50-year, interest-free loans to states in addition to their usual annual borrowing limits
Updated on Dec 26, 2023 08:30 AM IST
Rajeev Jayaswal
Delta airline pilot flies over 1000 km to return lost book
The Johnson County Library took to Instagram to detail how the pilot returned the book to them.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 10:22 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Rajasthan: Fire breaks out at Secretariat library building in Jaipur
All the electronic devices, furniture, and books were burnt in the fire before it could be brought under control, said an official, adding that there have been no reports of casualties in the incident
Updated on Nov 01, 2023 06:47 PM IST
After 90 years, a book finds its way back to a New York library
After the book was returned to the New York library, the overdue fees for it might leave you stunned.
Published on Oct 16, 2023 10:11 AM IST
Vrinda Jain
Why forever-after is a lifetime project: With Love by Simran Mangharam
Here’s what the fairytales don’t tell you: No matter who you marry, change is inevitable. Learning to change together, over time, is key.
Updated on Oct 14, 2023 07:35 PM IST
Simran Mangharam
70 days on, students await reopening of Ranchi University central library
Yogesh Chandra Bharti, a student of the tribal and regional language department, supported this observation and told Hindustan Times that the library was closed since a student named Mantosh Bedia died after peeling plaster from the library balcony fell on him on June 14.
Updated on Sep 02, 2023 09:25 PM IST
Raj Kumar, Ranchi
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Sant Ravidas Temple in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Shiromani Gurudev Shri Ravidas ji Memorial will have grandeur as well as divinity which will flow from the teaching of Sant Ravidas ji
Updated on Aug 12, 2023 08:15 PM IST
Shruti TomarAnupam Pateriya
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