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Our Learning and Information Resource Centre had an excellent opportunity to share the knowledge of our Koha ILMS with the library staff of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. A one-day hands-on training programme on KOHA Library Management System modules and data cleaning on 30th October 2025  as part of its continuous efforts to strengthen library automation and professional development. The training was conducted by Ms.Chinmayee Bhange, Librarian, Sister Bhavya and Ms. Rupali Sawant, both Asst. Librarians  who shared practical insights and guided the participants through real-time demonstrations of the Koha ILMS. The training was attended by Ms. Gauri Gothivrekar and Ms. Jyoti Tikam , library professionals of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. The hands-on nature of the training enabled the participants to actively engage with the system and gain practical experience. Focus Areas of the Training The training covered a detailed overview and practical usage of major KOHA modules...

  The Learning and Information Resource Centre of St. Francis Institute of Technology celebrated Reading Inspiration Day on 15th October 2025 in remembrance of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam , our beloved former President and visionary scientist, fondly known as The Missile Man of India . The event aimed to honor Dr. Kalam’s inspiring legacy by spreading the light of knowledge and the joy of reading among students and faculty members. Overview of Activities The celebration was organized over four days, featuring a variety of engaging and educational activities designed to promote reading habits and creativity: In-House Book Exhibition (13th October 2025):  The event commenced with an exhibition showcasing a diverse collection of books available in  English and Marathi languages. Students were encouraged to explore new titles and genres, fostering curiosity and a love for reading. Digital Library Treasure Hunt (14th October 2025):  Participants enthusiastically took par...

More details:  https://nicedt.org/ The accepted paper will be published with Springer, subject to compliance with Springer’s standards and quality checks. The remaining papers will be published in the International Journal of Digital Technologies (IJDT).  

 

Every once in a while, a reader is born who doesn’t just flip pages—they build bridges to new worlds, new ideas, and new dreams. At St. Francis Institute Of Technology (SFIT), we believe in celebrating these readers. hashtag On October 15, 2025, celebrated as hashtag # ReadingInspirationDay in hashtag # Maharashtra , we honoured the hashtag # BestLibraryUsers of the Academic Year 2024–2025—readers whose love for books lit up our library, minds, and campus corridors. Congratulations to Dr. Sunil R. Pansare (HOD, Department of Mechanical Engineering), Mohsin Dalvi (Department of Mechanical Engineering), Varsha Thandasarry (Department of Electrical Engineering), Dhammapal Gaikwad (Department of Mechanical Engineering), Owais Shaikh , Student at Department of Information Technology at SFIT , RAJAN Zagade Student at Department of Electrical Engineering), Om Kate, Student at Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Why October 15? It’s no ordinary day—it’s the birth an...

We are proud to share a moment of honor and celebration for St. Francis Institute of Technology (SFIT), Borivali West, Mumbai . The NDLI Club of SFIT has been awarded a prestigious Certificate of Appreciation by the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) — a project under the Ministry of Education and led by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) . This recognition highlights the SFIT NDLI Club’s outstanding performance and unwavering dedication in promoting digital learning and knowledge dissemination through the NDLI platform. Empowering Learners Through 17 Dynamic Activities In the academic year, the SFIT NDLI Club successfully conducted 17 impactful activities engaging over 700 participants . These activities were designed not just to educate, but also to inspire curiosity and foster a culture of active learning among students. Some of the notable initiatives included: Aptitude Quizzes to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills N...