Dr. K. G. Sudhier Receives Best LIS Researcher Award

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that Dr. K. G. Sudhier, Assistant Professor in the Department of Library and Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur was honoured with the prestigious Best LIS Researcher Award instituted by the All Kerala Librarians Meet during the All Kerala Librarians’ Meet 2026 (AKLM), held at Vimala College (Autonomous). The award was presented in recognition of Dr. Sudhier’s significant contributions to teaching, research, and academic development in the field of Library and Information Science. 

The 4th edition of the All Kerala Librarians’ Meet 2026 served as an annual gathering of library professionals working in various institutions across Kerala. The event provided a vibrant platform for professional interaction, knowledge sharing, and strengthening collaborative networks among LIS professionals in the state.

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. K. G. Sudhier on this remarkable achievement and wishes him continued success in all his future endeavors.

Overseas Employment Achievement of Ms. Amiya Anil

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that Ms. Amiya Anil, MLIS graduate (2021–2023 batch) and alumna of the Department of Library & Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, has been appointed as Librarian at Sunrise International School, Al Karamah, Abu Dhabi, UAE. She previously served as Library Trainee at Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod. 

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Amiya Anil on this achievement and wishes her continued success in all her future endeavors.

Overseas Employment Achievement of Mrs. Yazhini Raju

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that Mrs. Yazhini Raju, MLIS graduate (2020–2022 batch) and alumna of the Department of Library & Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, has been appointed as Librarian at New Horizon School, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain. She previously served as Librarian at Rabiammal Ahamed Maideen College for Women, Thiruvarur, affiliated with Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Yazhini Raju on this achievement and wishes her continued success in all her future endeavors.

Successful Completion of Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce of Mr. Abhijit Roy, Ph.D. Scholar

Dear All,

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Abhijit Roy, Ph.D. Scholar of the Department, successfully defended his Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination held in the Smart Classroom on 06.05.2026 at 11:00 AM. His research topic was titled “Assessing the Open Access Friendliness of Indian Agricultural Universities through a Data Carpentry Approach.”

Mr. Abhijit Roy presented his research work in detail and satisfactorily answered the queries raised during the Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination. Dr. Udayan Bhattacharya, Professor, Department of Library & Information Science, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, served as the External Examiner for the examination. Dr. Akhandanand Shukla, Professor and Research Supervisor, acted as the Convener of the Open Viva-Voce Examination.

The Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination was attended by the RAC members of the scholar; faculty members; research scholars from the Department and other departments; postgraduate students; non-teaching staff; and staff members from the Central Library. The examination was conducted in hybrid mode.

The Department congratulates Mr. Abhijit Roy on the successful completion of his Open Ph.D. Viva-Voce Examination and wishes him success in his future academic and professional endeavors.

Alumna of DLIS CUTN Appointed as Radio Jockey at All India Radio

Dear All,

We are pleased to inform you that Ms. Tamil Bharathi T. K., MLIS graduate (2018–2020 batch) and alumna of the Department of Library & Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, has been appointed as a Radio Jockey (RJ) at All India Radio.

She will be associated with the FM Rainbow 102.1 channel in Tiruchirappalli, marking a significant achievement in her professional journey. Her accomplishment reflects the diverse career opportunities pursued by graduates of the department.

Department congrats to her on this achievement and shower blessings for future endeavour.