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Mr. Abhay Kumar

Mr. Abhay Kumar

Assistant Professor (Law)

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About Mr. Abhay Kumar

Abhay Kumar has completed his LL.B. from Law School, Banaras Hindu University ,Varanasi and then after LL.M. from Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Lucknow having with First Class First Rank in the University and awarded Gold Medal for the same. He has also qualified UGC NET Examination for Lectureship. Prior to joining National Law University Odisha (NLUO), he had served as a faculty member at Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur (C.G.) and National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi (Jharkhand) and before that he was practising as an advocate in Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi. His current area of interest is Corporate Laws, Intellectual Property Rights, Environmental Laws and Taxation as well. He has participated in various Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, Symposium etc. organised by Law Schools in India.

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Dr. Madhubrata Raysingh

Dr. Madhubrata Raysingh

Assistant Professor (Economics)

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About Dr. Madhubrata Raysingh

Madhubrata obtained her M.A. in Analytical and Applied Economics and M.Phil with first rank on the dissertation titled Coir Industry in India-A special case study of Satyabadi Block in Puri District from Utkal University, Bhabaneswar. She has extensively worked on Micro-financial institutions, Neoliberal labour migration, Regional disparities, Marketing ethics, Commercialisation and Diversification of Agriculture with special reference to Bt.Cotton. Her current area of research is focused on Financial Institutions and Markets. She has recently authored two books, one is on Coir Industry and the second was on Unethical Aspects of marketing. She regularly participates in national and international seminars. Apart from academics, she is also known for her debating and creative writing skills.

Qualification:

  • PhD: Continuing (Utkal University, Bhubaneswar)
  • Mphil in Analytical and Applied Economics: Utkal University, Bhubaneswar (2010)
  • A in Analytical and Applied Economics: Utkal University, Bhubaneswar (2008)
  • UGC NET AND JRF QUALIFIED.

Publications

Book Chapters

  • ‘Undermining democracy by weakening economic institutions of India- The Case of RBI and NITI Ayog’, Yogesh Pratap Singh, Afroz Alam (eds) in Institutional Decline in the Neo-Liberal Regime: Notes from India, (Thomson Reuters 2022) ISBN -10 9392630239.
  • ‘Impact of Covid-19 on Tribals of Odisha’ in Yogesh Pratap Singh & Suvashree Panda (eds) in Tribal Justice (Eastern Book Company Lucknow 2021).
  • ‘Human Rights and Economic Policy Analysis of Transgender Rights in India’-NLUO Human Rights Law Journal ,2020 (ISSN: 2581-3307).

Others

  • Dynamics of Cotton Farming in Kalahandi District of Odisha, Indian Journal of Economics and Development, Vol 19, No 2, June 2023, 360-368. (SCOPUS)
  • Castor Seed Futures Trading in India – Accessing Price Discovery Efficiency of Futures Market, Indian Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research, Vol 12, Issue 3(1), March 2023.
  • Forecasting of Cotton Prices in Major producing states using ARIMA,” IEJRD – International Multidisciplinary Journal, vol. 6, no. ICIPPS21, p. 8, Apr. 2021.
  • FARMERS’ PARTICIPATION IN COMMODITY FUTURES – A STUDY ON COTTON FARMERS IN KALAHANDI DISTRICT OF ODISHA, Shodh Sarita, Volume 8, Issue 29, January to March 2021(UGC CARE I)
  • Efficiency of Maize Futures and Spot Price Volatility ”, IEJRD – International multidisciplinary Journal, vol. 5, no. ICIPPS, p. 10, Jun. 2020.
  • Forecasting of Cotton Area, Yield and Production in India’s Using ARIMA Model – Shodh Sarita, Volume 7, Issue 28, October to December 2020. (UGC CARE I)
  • Prioritizing the financing of MSME’s- ABHILASHA, A Research Journal of Management and Social Sciences: Journal of USBM (2017).

ORGANISED SEMINAR/WORKSHOPS

  • 10 days ICSSR sponsored workshop on Research Methodology organised by NLUO from 23rd May 2022 to 2nd June 2022.
  • 10th Week Training Programme of Special Foundation Course for IAS/IRS Probationers from 19th September – 30 December, 2022, organized by Gopabandhu Academy of Administration, Bhubaneswar.

CONFERENCES (PRESENTATION OF PAPERS)

  • ‘Analysis of Growth, Instability and Decomposition of Cotton Output in Odisha ‘, – National Conference on Emerging Technologies & Sustainable Business Development (March,2023)
  • ‘A Macro Analysis of Growth, Instability, and Decomposition Analysis of Cotton Cultivation in India ‘, – IIRCR-Indonesia (Multidisciplinary Conference on Research and Practice),2023
  • ‘Forecasting Of Cotton Prices in Major Producing States Using Arima’- International Conference on Innovation Perspectives ,Psychology and Social Studies-2021
  • ‘Efficiency Of Maize Futures and Spot Price Volatility’ – International Conference on Innovation Perspectives ,Psychology And Social Studies-2020.
  • ‘Role Of Commodity Futures in Agricultural Development of Odisha’- National Seminar on Agriculture In India : Problems, Policies & Prospects-2020
  • ‘Banking In Digital Economy : An Indian Perspective ‘- 2nd International Scientific Conference -EMAN 2018, “Economics and Management – How to Cope With Disrupted Times”.

NEWSPAPER ARTICLES

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Dr. A.B Debasis Rout

Dr. A.B Debasis Rout

Assistant Professor (Finance)

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About ROUT, AB Debasis (Dr.)

Debasis graduated in chemistry, switched streams and qualified as a chartered accountant, worked for three years in the rural- and micro-banking sectors with ICICI Bank, and has now abandoned the corporate sector altogether in favour of an academic career. He joined NLUO in 2009 and brings with him to NLUO a rare combination of theoretical acumen and practical experience. He completed his Ph.D in 2021. He completed his Ph.D from Utkal University, Vani Vihar on the topic “Impact of Commodity Futures on the Spot Prices with Reference to Some Agricultural Commodities in India”. His research interests include Agri Commodity Derivative Market, Agricultural Economics, Taxation, Corporate Law etc.

Subjects Taught:

  • Basic Principles of Accounting,
  • Corporate Accounting,
  • Cost and Management Accounting

Research Interest:

  • Agri Commodity Derivative Market,
  • Agricultural Economics,
  • Corporate Law, Taxation.

Qualification:

  • PhD: (Utkal University, Bhubaneswar),2021
  • Chartered Accountancy (ICAI, New Delhi) 2006

PUBLICATIONS

Edited book

  • “Contemporary Issues on the Laws of Insolvency and Bankruptcy”,- Debasis Rout, Mayank Tiwari, and Koushiki Brahma(eds) (ISBN: 978819614549) published by the Eastern Book Company Pvt. Ltd. (EBC).

Book Chapters

  • ‘Undermining democracy by weakening economic institutions of India- The Case of RBI and NITI Ayog’, Yogesh Pratap Singh, Afroz Alam (eds) in Institutional Decline in the Neo-Liberal Regime: Notes from India, (Thomson Reuters 2022) ISBN -10 9392630239.

Others

  • Dynamics of Cotton Farming in Kalahandi District of Odisha, Indian Journal of Economics and Development, Vol 19, No 2, June 2023, 360-368. (SCOPUS)
  • Castor Seed Futures Trading in India – Accessing Price Discovery Efficiency of Futures Market, Indian Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research, Vol 12, Issue 3(1), March 2023.
  • Forecasting of Cotton Prices in Major producing states using ARIMA,” IEJRD – International Multidisciplinary Journal, vol. 6, no. ICIPPS21, p. 8, Apr. 2021.
  • A Study on Efficacy of Cotton Futures in India – Shodh Sarita, Vol 8, Issue 29,January to March 2021.(pp 87-92) ) (UGC CARE I)
  • Impact of Raw Jute Futures Trading on Spot Prices- Shodh Sarita, Vol 7, Issue 28, October to December 2020(pp 77 – 82) (UGC CARE I)
  • Efficiency of Maize Futures and Spot Price Volatility”, IEJRD – International multidisciplinary Journal, vol. 5, no. ICIPPS, p. 10, Jun. 2020.
  • Futures Markets and Price Risk Management -Experience from Indian Commodity Exchange- International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews/2019 (UGC APPROVED)
  • Prioritizing the financing of MSME’s- ABHILASHA, A Research Journal of Management and Social Sciences: Journal of USBM (2017).
  • India’s Tryst with GST: Is India ready for the moment- ABHILASHA, A Research Journal of Management and Social Sciences: Journal of USBM (2017).

ORGANISED SEMINAR/WORKSHOPS

  • CREDIT COURSE: Single Credit Course on ‘Introduction to Private Acquisitions’ with Mr. Puneet Rath Sharma, Partner of KT Advisors LLP and Mr. Akash Srinivasan, Senior Associate at Khaitan, and Co. The course was conducted in a hybrid mode over a span of twenty-five (25) teaching hours spread across the months of January to April 2023.
  • Organised Seminar: Coordinator for Seminar on “Expanding Horizons of Law and Agriculture” organised by Centre for Outreach and Research in Agricututral Law (CORAL).

CONFERENCES (PRESENTATION OF PAPERS)

  • ‘A Macro Analysis of Growth, Instability, and Decomposition Analysis of Cotton Cultivation in India ‘, – IIRCR-Indonesia (Multidisciplinary Conference on Research and Practice),2023
  • International Conference in Banking and Finance with a theme “ Towards a sustainable future in Banking and Finance”, – International Management Institute, Bhubaneswar -2022.
  • ‘Forecasting Of Cotton Prices in Major Producing States Using Arima’- International Conference on Innovation Perspectives, Psychology and Social Studies-2021
  • ‘Efficiency Of Maize Futures and Spot Price Volatility’ – International Conference on Innovation Perspectives, Psychology and Social Studies-2020.
  • ‘Role Of Commodity Futures in Agricultural Development of Odisha’- National Seminar on Agriculture in India: Problems, Policies & Prospects-2020
  • ‘Banking In Digital Economy: An Indian Perspective ‘- 2nd International Scientific Conference -EMAN 2018, “Economics and Management – How to Cope with Disrupted Times”.
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 RESOURCE PERSON

  • Chaired a session on CSR – National Conference on Emerging Trends of Corporate Law (2016)
  • Resource Person, B.VOC(NLUO)- Course Taught: Financial Literacy
  • Resource Person in Entrepreneurship- Workshop on Life Skills, conducted by NLUO in Collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (2016)

Administrative and other responsibilities:

  • Director, Centre for Corporate Law
  • Administrative Responsibilities
  •  Finance Officer – from 2013-2016
  •  Controller of Examination – 2011
  •  Member of Tender Committee and Purchase Committee, NLUO
  •  Member of Academic Council and Finance Committee – 2010-13 & 2010-16
  •  Member of Academic Coordination Committee
  •  Member of Internal Complaint Committee
  • Member of Anti Ragging Committee
  • Member of Internal Quality Assurance Cell
  • Member of Examination Committee
  • Member, Student Grievance Redressal Committee

Dr. Rashmi Rekha Baug

Dr. Rashmi Rekha Baug

Assistant Professor (Law - Contractual)

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About Ms. Rashmi Rekha Baug

Dr. Rashmi Rekha Baug currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Law at National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack. With over eight years of teaching and research experience at NLUO, her work focuses on criminal law and criminal justice. She completed her Ph.D. in Law from Utkal University, with an empirical study on witness protection in Odisha’s criminal justice system. She holds a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and an LL.M. with a specialization in Criminal Law from Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University. Before entering academia, she practised as an advocate before the Odisha High Court and subordinate courts. She has authored several scholarly publications and presented her research at numerous national and international seminars and conferences.

Areas of specialization- Criminal Law.

Research Interests – Criminal Justice System; Witness Protection; Evidence Law; Penal Reforms; Gender Justice; and Child Rights.

Courses Taught – Law of Evidence; General Principles of Criminal Law; Criminal Procedure; Civil Procedure; Penology and Victimology; Criminology; Transfer of Property; Cyber Law; Gender and Law; Socio-Economic Offences; and Civil and Criminal Procedure.

Professional Memberships

Indian Society of Criminology (ISC) – Life Member

South Asian Society of Criminology and Victimology (SASCV) – Life Member

Ph.D. in Law (Criminal Law) – Utkal University

LL.M. (Criminal Law) – Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) – Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University

Journal Articles

  • “Addressing Witness Intimidation and Hostility in India’s Criminal Justice System: An Analysis of the Witness Protection Scheme, 2018,” Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research (ISSN: 2582-8878), Vol. 8, Issue 3.
  • “Consensual Teenage Relationships and POCSO: Judicial Trends and the Need for Legislative Reform,” International Journal of Law Management & Humanities (ISSN: 2581-5369), Vol. 9, Issue 3.
  • “Beyond Retribution: The Emerging Role of Restorative Justice in Indian Jurisprudence,” International Journal of Law (ISSN: 2455-2194), Vol. 11, Issue 7.
  • “Reforming Punishment in India: Community Service as an Alternative under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023,” Sodh Sarita (ISSN: 2348-2397), Vol. 11, Issue 44.
  • “Witness Protection Scheme in India: Issues and Challenges,” International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (ISSN: 2320-2882), Vol. 11, Issue 6.

Chapters in Edited Books and Conference Proceedings

  1. “Gender Identity Behind Bars: Human Rights and Constitutional Protections for Transgender Prisoners in India,” in Queer Constitutionalism in India: Equality, Dignity and the Transformation of Rights, Bharti Publications, 2026, Chapter 13, ISBN: 978-81-69155-28-1.
  2. “False Promise of Marriage and Deceptive Consent: Expanding the Contours of Criminal Law,” in Women, Law, and Justice in India: Navigating Legal Reforms and Gender Equality, Andhra Law Times, 2025, ISBN 978-81-958608-4-9.
  3. “Reimagining Justice: Legal and Policy Frameworks for Reproductive Rights and Gender Justice,” in Contours of Justice and Public Health: Intersections of Law, Rights and Policy, Bloomsbury India, New Delhi, 2025, Chapter 8, ISBN 978-93-6952-153-1.
  4. “The Role of Police in Witness Protection in India: Challenges and Legal Framework,” in International Conference on Law and Social Sciences—Conference Proceedings, International Institute of Justice and Police Sciences 2025, ISBN 978-81-982543-3-7.
  5. “Comparative Criminal Law and Human Rights: Strengthening Witness Protection in India, the USA, and Australia,” in Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Comparative Law, 2025, ISBN 978-93-49566-30-9.
  6. “Protection of Witnesses in the Adversarial Criminal Justice System,” in Human Rights, Human Wrongs: Dilemmas and Diversity in Criminology, Satyam Law International, New Delhi, 2024, ISBN 978-81-19121-42-7.

E-CONTENT AND ACADEMIC PUBLISHING

  • Author of four-quadrant e-content in Criminal Law for E-Gyanjyoti, the LMS platform of Odisha State Open University, Sambalpur.
  • Editor of e-content for the module on Women and Children under E-Gyanjyoti, Odisha State Open University.
  • Associate Editor, Journal on the Rights of the Child, Centre for Child Rights, National Law University Odisha (2025-present).

National Seminar/Conference

Selected Seminar and Conference Presentations

  1. “Consent, Deception and Gender Equality: Re-examining the Legal Boundary between Consensual Sex and Rape from a Human Rights Perspective”  International Conference on Emerging Issues, Challenges and Opportunities in Human Rights and Freedom of Expression, Birla School of Law, Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, 30 March 2026.
  2. “Constitutional Promises, Developmental Displacement: The Failure of India’s Legal Framework to Protect Indigenous Land Rights” — International Conference on Law, Rights and Indigenous Futures, Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur, 28 March 2026.
  3. “Empowering Victims Through Dialogue in India and Beyond: A Comparative Legal Insight into Restorative Justice Practices” — International Conference on Global Criminology and Victimology, National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam, 8 August 2025.
  4. “Comparative Criminal Law: Strengthening Witness Protection in India, the USA, and Australia” — International Conference on Comparative Law, Galgotias University in collaboration with Edith Cowan University, Australia, 25–26 April 2025.
  5. “Disability Laws and Policy in India: Issues and Challenges” — International Conference on Championing Inclusivity, DME Law School, Noida, 26 May 2024.
  6. “Understanding and Addressing Cybercrimes Against Women: Data, Insights and Legal Frameworks” — International Law and Technology Conference, Mahindra University, Hyderabad, 29 February–2 March 2024.
  7. “Revamping Evidence Law: Technological Advancements and Key Changes in the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam” — National Conference, Anjaneya University, Raipur, 2–4 August 2024.
  8. “Navigating Electronic Evidence Admissibility: Changes under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam” — National Seminar on New Criminal Laws, Ramaiah University, Bengaluru, 3–4 May 2024.
  9. “Role of the Judiciary in Protecting Witnesses in the Criminal Justice System: A Critical Analysis” — National Conference on Criminal Law and Policy, NMIMS, Hyderabad, 4–5 March 2023.

Seminars, Conferences and Programmes Organised

  1. International Conference on “Inclusive Higher Education as a Human Right: Addressing Gender, Age and Intersectional Inequalities in Indian Universities,” organised by National Law University Odisha in collaboration with the National Human Rights Commission, 31 January 2026.
  2. NCW-Sponsored National Seminar on “Women in the Unorganised Sector,” National Law University Odisha, 5 October 2024.
  3. NCW-Sponsored Eastern Region Law Review Consultation on “Cyber Laws Affecting Women,” covering Odisha and Jharkhand, National Law University Odisha, 9 November 2024.
  4. Regional Consultation on “Rights of Women under Property Laws—Eastern India,” National Law University Odisha, 12 January 2024.
  5. NCW-Sponsored Capacity-Building and Personality-Development Programme for female undergraduate and postgraduate students, National Law University Odisha, 4 August 2023.
  6. NCW-Sponsored Seminar on “Women in Decision-Making Roles in Corporate Organisations,” National Law University Odisha, 15 September 2023.
  7. NCW-Sponsored Seminar on “Sex Workers and Their Children: Legal, Educational, Health and Occupational Challenges,” National Law University Odisha, 6 October 2023.
  8. NCW Eastern Region Consultation on “Review of Criminal Laws: Improvement in the Status of Women,” National Law University Odisha in collaboration with the National Commission for Women, 17 February 2022.
  9. NCW-Sponsored National Seminar on “Women Police/Mahila Thana: Working Efficiency and Effectiveness,” National Law University Odisha, 28 October 2022.
  10. NCW-Sponsored Regional Consultation with civil-society organisations on the achievements of the National Commission for Women since 2014 and consultation with NGOs on Swadhar Grehs, National Law University Odisha, 25 November 2022.

Centre/Committee In-Charge and Administrative Responsibilities

  1. Director, Centre for Poverty and Access to Justice, National Law University Odisha.
  2. Co-Director, Centre for Women and Law, National Law University Odisha.
  3. Faculty Advisor, Moot Society, National Law University Odisha.
  4. Faculty Advisor, Internship and Placement Committee, National Law University Odisha.
  5. Former Co-Director, Centre for Child Rights, National Law University Odisha.

Selected Invited Lectures and Resource-Person Engagements

  1. Delivered sessions on “Digital Evidence, Documentation and Legal Framework” and “Search, Seizure and Audio-Visual Documentation” during a one-day training programme on Digital Forensics and Incident Response under the New Criminal Laws, Police Commissionerate, Bhubaneswar–Cuttack, 27 April 2026.
  2. Delivered a lecture on “Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023” during the Two-Day Sensitisation Training Programme on the Three New Criminal Laws, Mahatma Gandhi Academy of Prisons and Correctional Services, Bhubaneswar, 23 April 2026.
  3. Delivered sessions on “Consensual Sex and Rape,” “Victim Compensation” and “Common Flaws in the Investigation of Rape Cases and POCSO Cases,” Biju Patnaik State Police Academy, Odisha, 17 March 2026.
  4. Delivered a lecture on “Reproductive Rights and Gender Justice: Evolving Legal and Policy Framework” during the Online Refresher Course in Gender Studies, Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre,MMTTC Utkal University, 12 February 2026.
  5. Delivered sessions on Electronic evidence, documentation, search, seizure and audio-visual documentation, Biju Patnaik State Police Academy, Odisha, 28 January 2026.
  6. Served as a Resource Person in the online training programme on New Criminal Laws and Prison Welfare for prison staff of Manipur, organised by Rashtriya Raksha University in collaboration with BPR&D, 17–19 March 2025.
  7. Served as a Resource Person in sensitisation programmes on the three new criminal laws for jail officers, organised by the Mahatma Gandhi Academy of Prisons and Correctional Services, Bhubaneswar, during January 2024.

Session Chair

  1. Chaired a session on “Role of Women in Climate Justice: Empowerment, Equity and Leadership” at the Round Table Conference organised by the Sudhir Mishra Centre for ESG, Environmental Law and Climate Change, SGT University, on 18 December 2025.
  2. Chaired a session at the International Conference on Global Criminology and Victimology (ICGCV 2025), organised by National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam, on 6 August 2025.

Selected Faculty Development Programmes, Refresher Courses and Capacity-Building Programmes

  1. UGC-Sponsored Refresher Course on “Research Trends in Criminology and Forensic Science,” UGC-MMTTC, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, December 2025.
  2. Faculty Development Programme on “Teaching and Research in an AI-Dominated Ecosystem: Challenges and Opportunities,” National Law University Odisha, December 2025.
  3. Seven-Day Winter School/Capacity-Building Programme on “Comparative Criminal Justice,” CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR, in collaboration with Miami University, Ohio, 2024.
  4. Course on “Research Methods on Labour History,” V.V. Giri National Labour Institute, Noida, 2024.
  5. Training Programme on “Empirical Legal Research: SPSS Application and Data Analysis,” Gujarat National Law University, October 2023.
  6. UGC-Sponsored Short-Term Course on “Research Methods in Criminology and Criminal Justice,” Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, 2022.
  7. Course on “Advances in Substantive and Procedural Criminal Laws: Understanding and Pedagogy,” National Academy of Law Teachers, National Law University Delhi, 2–7 May 2022.
  8. Two-Week Faculty Development Programme on “Research Methodology and Teaching Methods,” National Law University Odisha, 16–29 June 2021.

Selected Workshops and Training Programmes

  1. Two-Day Workshop on “Writing Research Proposals, Papers and Publications,” Tamil Nadu National Law University, 4–5 March 2022.
  2. Forty-Five-Hour Mediation Training Programme, National Law University Odisha in collaboration with the Delhi High Court Mediation and Conciliation Centre and the State Institute of Consumer Awareness, 26–31 December 2021.
  3. Virtual National Workshop on “Medical Jurisprudence,” Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, 28–29 October 2021.
  4. Workshop on “Addressing Harassment of Women at the Workplace: Legislation and Policy,” V.V. Giri National Labour Institute and State Labour Institute, Odisha, 3 September 2021.
  5. International Seminar on “From Research to Publication,” Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad, 2021.
  6. Workshop on Developing MOOC Courses, National Law University Odisha in collaboration with the Communication Research Centre, 2018.
  7. Training Programme on the PC & PNDT Act, Madhusudan Law College with the support of the Directorate of Family Welfare and National Health Mission, Government of Odisha, 2016.

Dr. Mayank Tiwari

Dr. Mayank Tiwari

Assistant Professor (Law)

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About Dr. Mayank Tiwari

Dr. Mayank Tiwari is an Assistant Professor of Law at National Law University Odisha. He is a fellow member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. Dr. Tiwari took part in a research as a Visiting Research Fellow with the University of Warwick in the School of Law under Visiting Research Fellowship Programme for Indian National Law Schools from 22 nd January 2024 – 4 th March 2024. The fellowship was awarded by University of Warwick, United Kingdom. He has done his Ph.D. on “Protection of Shareholders’ Interest and the Law: An Analytical Study” from Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala. Having experience of the industry as a Company Secretary in a listed company, he joined the academics in 2013. Before joining NLUO, he worked with Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus, Jalandhar. He has also completed three fully sponsored projects. Dr. Tiwari has chaired many sessions as resource person in training programmes of professionals and officers. He has also authored many research papers.

Qualification:

  • B.Com., LL.B., LL.M., FCS, Ph.D., Diploma in Internet Law and Policy

Publications

Book

Contemporary Issues on the Laws of Insolvency & Bankruptcy edited by A. B. Debasis Rout, Kaushiki Brahma, Mayank Tiwari, Eastern Book Company (ISBN 9788196145491)

Journal Articles

(a)   “International Efforts for the protection of the human rights of vulnerable and disadvantageous groups” published in Indexed International Law Journal, Chintan Traimasik Research Journal. (ISSN: 2229-7227).

(b)   “An Analysis into Jurisdictional Issue of Law of Internet in Modern Global World: In Special Reference to the LICRA v. Yahoo! Case” published in Indian Journal of Law and Justice, Vol. 6 No. 1, March 2015, pp 6 – 16. (ISSN: 0976-3570)  – UGC Listed

(c)  “The Constitutional mandate to safeguard rights of minorities” published in a book Minorities and Law in India: Issues and Challenges. (ISBN: 978-93-84166-07-6).

(d)   “Electronic Commerce and Online Dispute Resolution” published in International refereed Law Research Journal ‘Justice’. June 2015 Year -3, Issue – 9 &10.           (ISSN- 2320-1665).

(e)   “An Effective Implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility in India: A Need of Hour” published in International Journal of Legal Research and Governance, Vol I Issue II June 2015. (ISSN: 2394- 7829).

(f)  “The Giant Size of Corruption Laws vis a vis A Little Common Man” published in a book Menace of Corruption and Black Money in India: Issues and Perspectives published by Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab. ISBN 978-93-84166-09-0 Edition 2016.

(g)  “Microfinance and Its Impact on Women Empowerment” published in International Journal of Enhanced Research in Management & Computer Applications, Volume 7 Issue 3 published by ER Publications (ISBN: 978-93-87793-05-7).

(h)        “Law relating to Insider Trading in India” published in Panjab University Law Review, Vol. 56, Part I (2017), ISSN 207-216.

(i)    “Corporate Social Responsibility viz-a-viz Corporate Environmental Responsibility” published in Indian Journal of Law and Justice, University of North Bengal, Vol. 10 No. 2 September 2019, 99-110 – UGC Listed

(j)  “Corporate Governance as Shareholder’s Activism as a toll for Protection of Shareholders’ Interest” published in SEBI and Corporate Laws, Taxmann, Vol. 161 Issue 7, October 2020, 43-56.

(k)  “Independent Director and Protection of Investors’ Interest” published in RGNUL Law Review, Vol. X No. 1, Jan-June 2020, 75-86.

(l)  “Merger Control Regime in India” published in published in Chartered Secretary, Vol. 52, No. 8, August 2023, 81-83 – UGC Listed

(m)  “Trends of Shareholders’ Participation in Indian Companies and the Corporate Governance” published in Cochin University Law Review, Volume XLVIII (January- June 2024 Nos. 1 & 2), ISSN 0970-0331. – UGC Listed.

Research Projects

Completed a fully sponsored minor project entitled “An Effective Implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility in India”. The project is sponsored by the Fortune Metals Limited, Mandi Gobindgarh, PUNJAB.

Project Coordinator, Rendering Technical Assistance to Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Government of Odisha for implementation of Odisha Direct Selling Guidelines, 2017.

Project Coordinator, Drafting of Rules for Protection of Consumers in the State of Odisha as per Consumer Protection Act, 2019 granted by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Government of Odisha.

Others

Course Writer/Video Lectures

(a)   Contributed a Unit for Certificate course in Legal Awareness of Odisha State Open University, Sambalpur.

(b)   Delivered Video Lectures for Certificate course in Legal Awareness of Odisha State Open University, Sambalpur.

(c)   Developed Online Lectures for a course on Legal Aspects of Business at Amity University Online.

SEMINARS/ PROGRAMMES & TRAINNINGS ATTENDED

ATTENDED AS A DELEGATE AND LECTURE DELIVERED

S. No. Programme/ Seminars/ Workshop attended Organised By Title of Paper Presented Date of Programme
1. Academic Development Programme ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Basics of Company Laws 17/01/2009
2. Training Orientation Programme ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Lecture on Personality Development 08/03/2010 to 13/03/2010
3. Seminar on XBRL ICSI LUDHIANA CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 27/8/2011
4. SCM on Discussion on Companies Bill 2011 ICSI LUDHIANA CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 22/12/2011
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Half Day Seminar on Legal, Regulatory & Drafting Considerations in Private Equity Transactions and New SEBI Takeover Code

 ICSI LUDHIANA CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 11/02/2012
6. SCM on E-Filling vs Professional Responsibility ICSI LUDHIANA CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 3/3/2012
7. SCM on Initial Public Offer ICSI JALANDHAR

CHAPTER

 Attended as a delegate 10/03/2012
8. SCM on Companies Bill 2011 ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 21/12/2012
9. SCM on Service Tax Regime ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 30/3/2013
10. SCM on Consumer Protection in Modern Context ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Consumer Protection in Modern Context 12/6/2013
11. SCM on Role of Professional in Companies Act 2013 ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 28/10/2013
12. SCM on Registration of Charges ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 17/1/2014
13. SCM on Registration of Charges and Meeting and Power of Board of Directors ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 18/1/2014
14. SCM on Recent Amendments – New Companies Act ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 29/3/2014
15. SCM on New Companies Act 2013 ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Attended as a delegate 3/4/2014
16. Workshop on Competition Law and Competition Assessment Competition Commission of India and NLUO Attended 18/10/2016
17. Course on International Electronic Commercial Law NLUO – MHRD Participated in Course 09/08/2016 to 16/08/2016
18. Half day seminar on “CS-A Key Player in NCLT & IBC Regime” Northern India Regional Council – ICSI Attended as a delegate 27/05/2018
19. SCM on General Discussion on Removal of Disqualification of Directors Northern India Regional Council – ICSI Attended as a delegate 11/12/2017
20. SCM on “Discussion on current Notifications and Circulars” Northern India Regional Council – ICSI Attended as a delegate 15/06/2018
21. Related Party Transaction Under Companies Act, 2013 Northern India Regional Council – ICSI Attended as a delegate 15/06/2017
22. Webinar on Corporate Frauds Head Quarters – ICSI Webinar 28/07/2016
23. Regional Consultation on Strengthening and Promoting Law Schools Clinics in India National Law University Odisha and Jindal Global Law School Attended 14/01/2019
24. Workshop on Consumer Welfare: Faming of Draft Rules on Consumer Protection Act, 2019 Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department (Government of Odisha) and NLUO Attended 24/10/2019 and 25/10/2019
25. CCI-NLUO Competition Advocacy Workshop Competition Commission of India and NLUO Attended 22/02/2020
26 A National level workshop on Transformation

through NAAC Accreditation Process for Higher

Educational Institutions

 “Institute for Academic

Excellence, Hyderabad” in collaboration with “Collegiate Education & Technical Education Department,

Telangana State

 Attended 21/07/2021 and 22/07/2021

PAPER PRESENTED

1. Academic Development Programme ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Labour Laws in India 31/07/2009
2. Academic Development Programme on LLP – Emerging Corporate Structure Ludhiana Chapter  ICSI Limited Liability Partnership – Starting a New Era In Indian Business Scenario 01/08/2009
3. Academic Development Programme ICSI JALANDHAR CHAPTER Role of Professionals in development of Society 14/03/2010
4. Management Skill Orientation Programme ICSI, New Delhi ROLE OF PROFESSIONALS UNDER LABOUR AND INDUSTRIAL LAWS 18/11/2010 to 07/12/2010
5. Study Circle Meeting on Discussion on Amended Schedule VI of Companies Act 1956 ICSI LUDHIANA CHAPTER Balance Sheets – The Mirror of Company Affairs 25/2/2012
6. National Seminar on Women and the Law St. Soldier Law College, Jalandhar Female Feoticide in India versus Protection to Women Under Laws 07/03/2014
7. Two days National Seminar on Changing Dimensions of Law : Some Expanding Horizons Department of Laws, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar Responsibility of Media towards society in the changing scenario March 22 & 23, 2014
8. Two Days National Conference on Corporate Regulatory Reforms – Perspective, Issues & Challenges under New Company Law DAV College, Jalandhar Corporate Social Responsibility – A Concept of Moral Issues March 08-09, 2014
9. One Day National Seminar on Socio – Legal Development in India : Some Issues & Challenges Department of Laws, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar Consumer Protection and Online Contract – Its validity and jurisdiction 22/02/ 2014
10. National Conference on Innovation in Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Legal and Management Sciences Bahra University, Shimla Hills,

Shimla

 An Analysis into jurisdictional issue of Law of Internet in Modern Global World: In special reference to the LICRA V. Yahoo! Case 30/05/2014
11 National Seminar on Law & Social Justice: Emerging Dimensions Department of Laws, Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus, Jalandhar Corporate Social Responsibility: New Advent to achieve Social Justice 08/02/2014
12. National Seminar on Corporate Regulatory Reforms – Perspective, Issues and Challenges under New Companies Law DAV College, Jalandhar Implementation of CSR in India: A Critique 21/03/2015
13. National Seminar on Minorities and Law in India: Issues and Challenges Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala The Constitutional Mandate to safeguard educational rights of minorities 22/03/2015
14. National Seminar on Challenges before Higher Education in India Guru Nanak Dev University College, Jalandhar Role of Private Educational Institutions in imparting higher education in India: A critical analysis March 27 & 28, 2015
15. National Seminar on Menace of Corruption and Black Money in India: Issues and Perspectives Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala The Giant Size of Corruption Laws: Viz a Viz a Little Common Man 22/08/2015
16. International Conference on Drug and Development University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh Drug Trade and Trafficking – A Blow to Economic Growth April 08 &

09, 2016
17. National Seminar on Tribal Rights and Rights of Indigenous People Madhusudan Law College (Utkal University) Cuttack Rights of Tribes – A Constitutional Mandate March 29, 2017
18. National Seminar on Mainstreaming of Marginals in India: Issues and Challenges University Institute of Legal Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh New Dimensions of Reservation Policy in India: Viz-a-viz- the Existing Reservation Policy May 06, 2017
19. National Seminar on Paradigmatic Shifts in Law and Justice in 21st Century: Challenges and Opportunities Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla Corporate Social Responsibility as Corporate Environmental Responsibility December 08 to 10, 2017
20. National Conference on Animal and Environmental Welfare 2018 National Law University Odisha, Cuttack Animal Exhibition in Zoo: The issues Protection and Conservation of the Animal Rights September 25-26, 2018
21. International Conference on Shareholding Voting and Engagement in Emerging Economies National Law University, Delhi Changing Dimensions of Shareholders’ Participation in Indian Companies and Corporate Governance 23 November 2019

RESOURCE PERSON/ CHAIR THE SESSION

S. No. Programme/ Seminars Chaired or acted as Resource Person Organised by Lecture/Session Date of Programme
1 Student Induction Programme ICSI Protection of consumers in India – A Major Issue 19/06/2013
2. Executive Development Programme ICSI Labour and Indian Purview 08/10/2013
3. National Seminar on

Corporate Regulatory

Reforms – Perspective,

Issues and Challenges

Under New Company Law

 DAV College,

Jalandhar

 Chaired the session on Corporate Social Responsibility 21/03/2015
4. Skill Development Programme ICSI Advocacy Skills and Legal Ethics 05/01/2016
5. National Conference on Emerging Trends of

Corporate Law

 National Law University Odisha Chaired a session on Issues relating to Securities Markets 21/10/2016
6. Refresher Training Programme for Civil Judges and Senior Judges Odisha Judicial Academy Contracts and its Specific Performance under Specific Relief Act 18/11/2016
7. Skill Development Programme ICSI Advocacy Skills 14/06/2017
8. Skill Development Programme ICSI Right to Legal Representation 15/06/2017
9. A Special Lecture on Capital Market Regulations KIIT, Bhubaneshwar Special Lecture on Capital Market Regulations 19/09/2019
10. Two Days Workshop on Consumer Welfare: Framing of Draft Rules on Consumer Protection Act, 2019 Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Government of Odisha and NLUO A lecture on Product Liability 24/10/2019
11. Key Note Speaker at 66th All India Cooperative Week Central Cooperative Bank, Cuttack Key Note Speaker on topic of Role of Co-operatives in New Odisha in Particular and New India in General 19/11/2019
12. Key Note Speaker in a programme conducted by Rourkela Law College Rourkela Law College, Rourkela Key Note Address on Current Trends in Corporate Governance 30.06.2021
13. Trainer in Three Days Residential Induction Workshop for the recently Inducted Members of the State CDR Commission and President/ Members of the District Consumer Dispute Redressal Commissions Odisha SICA, Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department, Government of Odisha Trainer 19.05.2022 to 21.05.2022
14 Training Programme of Allied IAS Services Gopabandhu Academy, Bhubaneshwar Remedies for Breach of Contract and Calculation of Damages 14.10.2022
15 Training Programme of Allied IAS Services Gopabandhu Academy, Bhubaneshwar Tortious Liabilities and Defences and Principles of Vicarious Liability 11.11.2022
16 Resource Person in State Level Network Partners Consultation with Voluntary Consumer___________ Research Academy for Rural Enrichment (RARE) Health Rights – A Consumer Rights – Dispute Resolution Mechanism 24.05.2023
17 Resource Person in Refresher Training Programme for Civil Judges and Senior Judges Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack Ensuring Specific Performance of Contract within the scope of Specific Relief Act 16.04.2023
18 Resource Person in Youth Leadership Workshop AIIMS, Bhubaneshwar Approach to Common Laws and Life Saving 23.04.2023
19 Resource Person in OT and AS Training Programme Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack General Principles of Contract Law 30.06.2023
20 Resource Person in OT and AS Training Programme Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack Essentials of Contract 01.07.2023
21 Resource Person in OT and AS Training Programme Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack Special Contracts and Specific Relief 01.07.2023
22 Resource Person in MLU Lecture Series Madhusudan Law University, Cuttack Issue of Shared by Company 07.10.2023
23 Resource Person in A certificate course on Practical Aspects of Insolvency Law National Law University Odisha and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India History and Background

of Insolvency Law

 06.01.2024
24 Resource Person in Induction Training Programme of newly recruited Civil Judges (Jr. Division) Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack  

Indian Contract Act

 09.05.2024
25 Resource Person in Induction Training Programme of newly recruited Civil Judges (Jr. Division) Odisha Judicial Academy, Cuttack An Overview of Specific Relief Act 06.06.2024

 

 

COURSES ATTENDED

S. No. Programme/ Seminars attended Organised By Detail of Course Date of Programme
1 2 Days Sub Regional Conference of Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India Jalandhar chapter of ICWAI

Sub Regional Conference

 The issues of Financial Statements and Accounting 07/01/2006 & 08/01/2006
2. Academic Development Programme ICSI Chandigarh Chapter The matters relating to Incorporation and Accountability of Companies 22/08/2009
3. Global Initiatives for Academic Networks Programme GIAN-NLUO  Course on International

Electronic Commerce Law

 09/08/2016 to 16/08/2016
4. Global Initiatives for Academic Networks Programme GIAN-NLUO Course on Corporate Governance in India 19/09/2016 to 24/09/2016

PROFESSIONAL TRAINNINGS

1. Completed 15 Months training and now holding membership of ICSI. P.S. Rally

Associates

(Jalandhar)

 “Training as a part of ICSI programme” 15 months
2. Training at Registrar of Companies, Chandigarh ROC, Chandigarh “Practical Training of Company Secretaryship Course” 22/09/2010 to 12/10/2010
3. Computer Training NIIT, JALANDHAR Understanding Information Technology in Corporate Environment ONE MONTH
4. Management Skill Orientation Programme ICSI, New Delhi ROLE OF PROFESSIONALS UNDER LABOUR AND INDUSTRIAL LAWS 18/11/2010 to 07/12/2010
5. SEBI NISM TRAINING DEHRADUN SEBI NISM RESOURCE PERSONS TRAINING 4 Days
6. Workshop on Self Learning Materials for Teachers NLUO, Cuttack Training was organised by NLUO and Staff Training and Research Institute of Distance Education, IGNOU, New Delhi 08/05/2017 to 10/05/2017
7. Faculty Development Programme NLUO, Cuttack Three Day Faculty Development Programme 29/06/2019 to 01/07/2019
8. Professional Development Programme on Teaching, Learning with technology with Moodle Mooc Platform

 

 National Law University Odisha NLUO- National University of Educational Planning and Administration (NUEPA) 20/11/2017 to 22/11/2017
9. ‘Entrepreneurship Educators’ Faculty Development Program Global Training Institute, Bangalore Wadhwani Foundation 25/02/2019 to 3/3/2019
10. Post Graduate Winter School on Legal Pluralism and Governance in the Global South: Challenges and Opportunities RGNUL, Patiala RGNUL, Patiala & NLU, Delhi in association with University of Campania “Luigi  Vanvetelli” Naples, Italy and HPNLU, Shimla 30/10/2019 to 04/11/2019
11. Fifteen Days Refresher Course Iswar Saran PG College, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj Refresher Course for Law Faculty 13/07/2020 to 28/07/2020
12. Faculty Development Programme on Contemporary Issues in Law School of Legal Studies, CUSAT, Cochin Seven Days Virtual Faculty Development Programme 17/06/2020 to 24/06/2020
13. Faculty Development Programme on Managing Online Classes and Co-Creating MOOCS Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi Two Weeks Faculty Development Programme 20/04/2020 to 06/05/2020
14. Orientation Programme for Faculty in Universities/ Colleges/ Institutes of Higher Education Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi Four Week Orientation Programme 04/06/2020 to 01/07/2020
15. One Week Online Training Programme on “ICT Tools for Teaching, Learning and Administration” Department of Electronics and Communication, University of Allahabad  

One Week Online Training Programme

 04/08/2020 to 10/08/2020
16. 45 Hours Mediation Training Programme National Law University Odisha – Centre for Consumer Law National Law University Odisha – Centre for Consumer Law in collaboration with Delhi High Court Mediation and Conciliation Centre “SAMADHAN” and SICA FS&CW Department, Govt of Odisha

 

 26/12/2021 to 31/12/2021
17. Summer School 2023 on “Law in a Time of Global Change” Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences – University of Bradford Summer School 2023 by University of Bradford 26/05/2023 to 06/06/2023
18. Seven Days Faculty Development Programme on Human Rights School of Legal Studies, CUSAT, Kerala Seven Days Faculty Development Programme on Human Rights 27/05/2024 to 02/06/2024
19. One Week Online Faculty Development Programme Faculty of Law, SGT University in collaboration with CEAPS and R&D Council, SGT University Exploring Inter-Disciplinary Legal Research, Pedagogy and Legal Trends 03/06/2024 to 08/06/2024