National Read a Book Day: 197 govt libraries operational across Gujarat, construction of 71 more approved

Sep 05, 2025

Last year, a landmark decision was taken to set up 64 government libraries at the taluka level, covering 50 talukas in 21 districts and...

Sharjah Public Libraries celebrates centenary

Jan 22, 2025

Under the directive of Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the supervision of Sheikha...

Inaugural 'UAE Libraries Forum' kicks off in Sharjah

Oct 09, 2024

In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority, the inaugural edition of the UAE Libraries Forum...

CM Bommai announces opening of 340 new libraries in Karnataka

Mar 21, 2022

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 21 : Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai today announced the opening of 340 new libraries in the state.

Hong Kong libraries removed 29 books about Tiananmen massacre: Report

Nov 21, 2021

Hong Kong, November 21 : Hong Kong libraries have removed 29 out of 149 books about the Tiananmen massacre over the last 12 years.

President Draupadi Murmu inaugurates 'Festival of Libraries' at Pragati Maidan

Aug 05, 2023

During the opening ceremony, President Murmu highlighted the significance of libraries in advancing society and culture. She stressed the need for modernisation and digitisation...