Gyan Kosh

Must-read academic blog for researchers and PhD students—it’s a great way to pickup chatter about what’s brewing in scholarly publishing.

navigating open access publishing

Navigating Open Access Publishing: Mega Journals Or Open Access Journals

The concept of Mega Journals is not new. There are many Mega Journals platforms available globally. However, Mega Journals is a relatively new concept in India. In the ever-evolving landscape …

Rise of Chinese Research Publishing

Rise of Chinese Research Publishing: What are the lessons for India? Today, China is at number one in research publishing with almost 800,000 articles being published every year. (Source: Clarivate 2021) …

The end of Journal Publishing in India?

One Nation, One Subscription Don’t get me wrong, I welcome the move by the government to negotiate a deal for all researchers and take a bold step in leveling the …

Be Aware of Your Rights as an Author

The issue of Copyright is a complex one and almost authors aren’t aware of the rights they create, assign, and need reverted. Most authors are aware that when they write …

The World of Peer Review

Okay, we hear you. You’re interested in building your profile and becoming a formidable Peer Reviewer. Good start! Peer review is at the heart of every research. It allows your …

Peer Review with Vikramshila

First, let us address the elephant in the room. Is it your first-time as a peer reviewer? Have you been thinking about listing yourself as one but have no idea …

The Enchanting World of Peer Review

Peer Review is the bridge that connects the author to its destination, their published article. In its true form, it is a symbol of real collaboration. Besides ensuring the integrity …

Understanding How Editors Think

In the research circles, an early career researcher often imagines a Publishing Editor as a stiff, stern looking figure of authority, sitting behind an enormously large desk, spending their day …

The Press and Registration of Books Act

Updated: Mar 25, 2020 1867 is a result of many previous draconian laws being repealed and or being merged into one. It has been in existence for 151 years! In many …

Message from the founder

Vikramshila is a mission. Listen to our founder talk about the dream that is Vikramshila.

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