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“CCL’s Interactive session with Ashirbad Nayak, 27th March, 2023.”
31 Mar 2023
About the Event
Centre for Corporate Law (“CCL”) strives to offer the student fraternity with opportunities to gain valuable insights from the legal luminaries in corporate law. In furtherance of this same, CCL has conducted a virtual Interactive session on “Maximising time in Law School for a Career in Corporate Law” by Mr. Ashirbad Nayak on 27th March, 2023 from 7 to 9 pm. The interactive session provided the students of National Law University Odisha with insights on mooting, debating, writing papers,doing masters abroad,bagging scholarships for LLMs and working in tier-1 law firms.
The Guest session was attended by more than sixty students of NLUO from the 1st years to the 5th years. A large portion of the session was dedicated to entertaining questions from the audience on advancing one’s corporate law career.?Mr. Nayak drew from his experience as a Cambridge scholar and working in J Sagar Associates (“JSA”) to provide an enriching and educational experience for the attendees.
We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to the Vice Chancellor Prof. Ved Kumari, Registrar Prof. (Dr.) Rangin Pallav Triparthy, the faculty advisors and concerned authorities of the university for their support and contribution in the organisation of such an insightful session.
About the Speaker:
Mr. Ashirbad Nayak graduated from NLUO in 2020. During his time in law school, while being a top ranker of his batch, he delved into several activities such as debates and moots. He then went onto win the NUJS HSF Moot Court, and was an octa-finalist at the world rounds of Oxford Price Media Moot Court. Writing extensively on a broad range of issues, his works have been published in legal journals and reputed national daily newspapers.
Graduating with two gold medals (best all-rounder and highest scorer in public international law), he joined JSA. He pursued his Master’s from the University of Cambridge, specialising in data protection and commercial law, where he was the recipient of several prestigious scholarships. He is currently a Lecturer at Jindal Global Law School
?ontact Details
If you have any suggestions or feedback, please reach out to us at [ccl@nluo.ac.in] or visit our website [ccl.nluo.ac.in]. You can also reach out to members individually through the contact details given below:
Arshit Kapoor, Mentor, Centre for Corporate Law, M: (+91) 9992951781
Devansh Sehgal, Co-ordinator, Centre for Corporate Law, M: (+91) 7988302731
Shivani Pattnaik, Co-ordinator, Centre for Corporate Law, M: (+91) 9348695605
” ‘VIRAJ 2023: 6th Edition of NLUO’s Annual Sports Fest – 6th to 9th April, 2023.”
25 Mar 2023
Viraj, annual flagship sports fest of NLUO, acts as a prominent centre for sports among universities across the country. VIRAJ ’23 is scheduled to take place from 6th April 2023 to 9th April 2023 at National Law University Odisha.
This year, the theme of VIRAJ is Vanquish, Victory and Vindication. It marks the true spirit of sports, perseverance and ambition with a testament to incessant hard work and sportsmanship, hosting various disciplines of sports such as Cricket, Football, Throwball, Volleyball, Basketball, Lawn Tennis, Table Tennis, and much more.
The main objective of the event is to work across various sporting avenues and push the frontiers of inclusivity. Thus, in collaboration with the Legal Aid Society and IDIA Odisha, the Sports Committee also organizes events for the specially-abled participants.
We look forward to hosting students from universities across the country in this magnanimous event and make it a successful and memorable event!
The Official Teaser for VIRAJ 2023 is finally here!!!
Get ready to witness the ultimate battle of athleticism and sportsmanship as we gear up for the most awaited, VIRAJ 2023! Join us in celebrating the true spirit of sports as athletes from across the country come together to compete in a wide range of events. We’ve got it all covered from football to basketball, volleyball to cricket. With fierce competition and nail-biting moments, this is one event you won’t want to miss. So mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on your favourite teams as they go head-to-head for the ultimate prize.
Our Throne awaits the Champion, let the games begin!
“30th Informal Discussion Group Session by Mr. Arun Bothra on ‘Police Investigations: Insights and Challenges 22th March 2023’. “
25 Mar 2023
On 22nd March, 2023 the Informal Discussion Group of NLU, Odisha had organized a guest lecture with Mr. Arun Bothra, the Additional DGP, CID – CB and Transport Commissioner of Odisha. The session was conducted in the Seminar Hall in the Academic Block. The session commenced at 4:30 pm and continued for 1 hour, followed by the 30 minutes of QnA round. The opening remarks was given by Prof. (Dr.) Sheela Rai, Dean (Academics).
The guest started the session by talking about the challenges in the police investigation. He believed that police officers, while investigating, focused more on getting the accused convicted, and they often forget that after investigation, the process is not complete and getting the right judgment from the court is necessary. The police officers often ignore the trial part of the criminal justice system, due to which sometimes innocent people get punished.
Another challenge faced in the police investigation, as discussed by the guest, is that police officers do not know the importance of digital evidence. Investigating officers often rely on oral evidence under Section 161 CrPC. He shared some instances where the police officers could have used digital evidence to trace location of accused as well as the victim. The guest believed that the collection of digital evidence is very crucial for an investigation as the technological evidence is more accurate when compared to oral evidence.
Moreover, the guest gave insights from his own investigations. He shared his experience on the sensational Patnagarh Parcel Bomb case, which he considered the most difficult case in Odisha’s history. He meticulously explained the entire investigation by narrating the way in which evidence was collected and used by police to find the culprit behind the bombing.
Thereafter, the Q&A session began at 5:30 pm. The first question asked was related to the guest’s experience as to whether legal procedures act as an obstacle in case of investigations. The guest replied that there are discrepancies in the law, which pose a challenge during investigations. ?nother question asked was about work-life balance considering that there are various reports which suggest that police officers are understaffed and are overworked. The guest stated that all work in their branch is carried out as a team. The guest believed that planning, supervising, monitoring and having a work-life balance is very important.
The session concluded with the Registrar, Prof. (Dr.) Rangin Pallav Tripathy, presenting the momento to the distinguished guest and Ms. Ankeeta Gupta, Faculty Advisor of IDG, delivering the vote of thanks.?/p>
“NLU Odisha organised a webinar on the occasion of World Happiness Day, on ‘Sparking Happiness for Self-Growth’. “
24 Mar 2023
On 20th March 2023, the Health & Wellness Committee of National Law University Odisha organised a webinar session in collaboration with YourDost on the occasion of World Happiness Day, on the theme ‘“Sparking Happiness for Self-Growth”, conducted by Ms. Sailee B. Rupani.
BACKGROUND
World Happiness Day recognizes the importance of happiness in people’s lives and promote the idea that happiness is a fundamental human right. The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012, and it is observed in countries all around the world. The importance of World Happiness Day lies in its ability to raise awareness about the significance of happiness in our daily lives. By promoting happiness and well-being, we can create a more positive and harmonious society. Additionally, the day provides an opportunity to reflect on the factors that contribute to happiness, such as good health, strong social connections, a sense of purpose, and financial security.?/p>
ABOUT THE EXPERT
Ms. Sailee B. Rupani is a senior psychologist,?/strong>and she has completed her Masters in Applied Psychology (Specialization Clinical), trained in basic level of EMDR & 2 levels of somatic psychology. She has also completed her Advance Diploma in Counselling from Prafulta and has a certification in Narrative Therapy and is POSH certified.?She has extensive experience and has handled cases of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, confidence problems, adjustment issues, self-esteem, trauma, and enmeshment & attachment styles issues. Her approaches are usually a mix of thought-based therapies like “Cognitive Behaviour Therapy” and “Solution Focused Therapy”, along with an “Intersectionalist Feminist approach” for clients going through abuse along with “Narrative therapy”.
ABOUT THE EVENT
The event started with the Convenor of the Health & Wellness Committee, Ms. Muskaan and the representative for YourDost greeting the student body attending the session, and introducing Ms. Sailee.
Ms. Sailee conducted the session with an interactive approach throughout, starting off with asking everyone to pause and reflect on the things that make them happy. The purpose of this exercise, she explained, was to recognize the activities or things that make each person happy, and how important it is to indulge in them quite often for the sake of one’s good mental health. Some students shared their responses, either by speaking, or in the chat.
Ms. Sailee followed it with a “values” exercise, wherein she asked the students to identify the most difficult decision they have made in their lives, and whether it ultimately brought them happiness. She also asked students to identify the values which were the source of their decision-making for attaining happiness. Some students shared their responses, either by speaking, or in the chat.
The session was very engaging, as many students openly spoke about how often they should prioritise their happiness, how it is important for overall well-being and quality of life. Ms. Sailee explained how when we prioritize our happiness, we are more likely to take care of ourselves, pursue activities that bring us joy, and foster positive relationships with others, however, not at the expense of others. She stressed on the importance of finding a balance between our own happiness and the needs and well-being of those around us. She also acknowledged that happiness is not a constant state, and it is natural to experience a range of emotions throughout life. Therefore, prioritizing our happiness means acknowledging and accepting the full range of emotions we experience, rather than striving for a constant state of happiness.
On this note, the session was concluded, and the representative for YourDost and Ms. Muskaan delivered the vote of thanks. All the students present also thanked Ms. Sailee for conducting such an engaging and self-awakening session, as a ringing reminder for prioritising happiness more often in one’s life.
“A workshop on Legislative Drafting by Prof. (Dr.) Warren Burke”
15 Mar 2023
The Centre for Public Policy, Law and Good Governance conducted a workshop for the students of NLUO on “Legislative Drafting” on 13th February 2023, Monday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The session was conducted by Prof. (Dr.) Warren Burke. The sessions focussed on the theoretical and practical aspects of legislative drafting. The workshop included legislative drafting exercises to introduce participants to the practical aspects of legislative drafting. Dr. Burke made the workshop interactive with brainstorming session, group discussion and sample drafting session. The workshop provided the participants with an exposure to the basics of legislative drafting, its scope and importance in the legal world.
Dr. Warren Burke?/em>is a Fulbright Scholar and a visiting professor at National Law University Odisha. He is a Senior Attorney, Office of the Legislative Counsel, United States House of Representatives.
“Movie Screening and Group Discussion with Uma Chakravarti and Dr. Usha Ramanathan.”
14 Mar 2023
On account of International Women’s Day, GSC organized Movie Screening and group discussion on the film “Yeh Lo Bayaan Humare” on 6th March 2023. The distinguished panel for the event included Uma Chakravarti, feminist historian and filmmaker; Dr. Usha Ramanathan, Indian Law Researcher and Human Rights Activist, Prof. Hamid and Prof. Ved Kumari, Vice-Chancellor, National Law University Odisha.
“Ye Lo Bayaan Humare“, is a film about the idealism, passion, and the jail time of young women in the late 1960s, seeking to change the world and throwing themselves into movements sweeping parts of India. It is about the voices of young women and what drew them in to abandoning the safety of their homes as they were not passive recipients of radical ideas but active shapers of politics, and provides a reflective critique of the politics of the decade of unrest in India.
Our distinguished guests shared their enriching experiences and thought-provoking discussions about women in jails during the period of emergency. Faculty members and students engaged in the discussions about women in Indian society, the problems they face and while striving for an equal society.
The committee also conducted a delightful activity as a part of the event called “Driblet effect”. Driblet effect marks the idea that every opinion, perspective and idea matters for changes to happen, regardless of how small or big it is. In pursuance of the same, GSC had placed white boards in both the hostels and asked them to write about moments when they felt empowered and the inspirational women, they would like to have dinner with. We received enthusiastic response from the whole student body.
GSC is enthralled by the appreciation and enthusiasm of all participants making the event a huge success and eagerly looks forward to conduct more such events essential for the society to pause and reflect upon the status quo of women by engaging in healthy discussions.
“Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ved Kumari features among 100 Influential Women.”
13 Mar 2023
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“Kutumb Program – Awareness raising and data collection program organized by National Law University.”
13 Mar 2023
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“State Level Inception Workshop of the Tobacco Control Project at National Law University Odisha on 2nd March 2023”
02 Mar 2023
National Law University Odisha in collaboration with the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is working on a policy intervention project titled ‘Supporting stronger and evidence-based tobacco control initiatives through capacity building and strengthening laws, policies and institutional mechanisms with multi-stakeholder engagements towards tobacco-free India’. The project will for a duration of two years from 2023 to 2025. The objectives of the project inter alia include strengthening tobacco control laws in Odisha, supporting the Odisha government in adopting stronger policies and capacity building of stakeholders.
To initiation the execute of the project, NLUO organised its first State Level Inception Workshop on the project on 2nd March 2023 at 10:00 am. The workshop witnessed participation from State Government Departments, all state actors in the area of NCD, NTPC, Public Health and Tobacco Control, members from serving Police force, the Police and Judicial Academy, State Human Rights Commission, State Commission for the Protection of Child Rights, NSS, civil society and the members of media. Stakeholders participated in open discussions putting forward their roles and the ways in which they can contribute for the project.
This workshop brought together all the relevant stakeholders and sought their cooperation and commitment to support NLUO in the successful execution of the Project. The workshop served as an initiation to the capacity building of all the stakeholders in the area of tobacco control.
“4th CLS Certificate Course on Judicial Accountability: Structure, Reforms and Challenges – 18th and 19th Feb 2023”
22 Feb 2023
Platform: Video Conferencing (Google Meet)
Venue: Conference Hall, 2nd Floor, Administrative Block, NLUO
The Constitutional Law Society of National Law University Odisha successfully organized the 4th edition of its Certificate Course on the topic of ‘Judicial Accountability: Structure, Reforms and Challenges’. The Course, which was held in Hybrid mode comprised lectures which were delivered physically and virtually. The Course Instructors for the Course were Dr. Justice M.M. Das, former Judge of the Orissa High Court, Dr. Rangaswamy D, Assistant Professor of Law at the Karnataka State Law University, and Ms. Ayushi Upadhyay, Civil Judge, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh.
We are proud to note that for the first time since the inception of its Annual Course, the 4th CLS Course witnessed the participation of about 170 students from over 24 different law schools.
The Course commenced with its first session on the 18th of February. The first two sessions of the Course were instructed by Ms. Ayushi Upadhyay on the theme of ‘Cracking the Lower Judicial Services: Practical Insights‘. During the course of the first two sessions, Ms. Upadhyay reflected on her journey through law school and how she accidentally came about being a judge. Ms. Upadhyay talked about how she never pursued a preparatory approach towards the judicial services because she never imagined herself in the role. However, once she decided to pursue the same, she never looked back. She underscored that it is critical for persons preparing for the judicial services to grasp and understand the practical underpinnings of procedural law apart from possessing a firm grip on the substantive nuances of the law.
Continuing into the 2nd session for the day, Ms. Upadhyay gracefully welcomed queries from the participants who were eager to learn about the everyday experiences of a Civil Judge. While sharing her experience, she attempted to shatter the myth that the lives of judges are drenched in case files, encompass long hours and is endlessly boring. In her experience, life in any profession is defined by the personal approach one takes towards their job and role, and not by the mere nature of the profession.
The final session for the first day of the Course was instructed by Dr. Rangaswamy D on the theme of ‘Judicial Accountability: From the Perspective of The Indian Constitution‘. In his lecture, Dr. Rangaswamy discussed the concept of Judicial Independence and Accountability, highlighting the interdependence of the triumvirate of the judiciary, executive, and legislature. He distinguished three standpoints to define accountability: responsibility, accountability in respect of position or person, and evaluative accountability. He also discussed the mechanism of Judicial Accountability, which includes the role of institutions such as Judicial Councils, Parliamentary Procedures, Anti-Corruption Bodies, and Civil Society Monitoring and Reporting Bodies. He emphasized the importance of high morals and character in judges, who have a vital role in the administration of justice.
Dr. Rangaswamy also discussed the concept of ‘Behavioural Accountability’ in the judiciary, which includes five clauses: resignation, good behaviour, oath, post-retirement jobs of judges, and the Judges (Accountability) Act, of 1968. He also introduced the Judicial Standard and Accountability Bill, which defines essential terms like ‘incapacity’ and ‘misbehaviour’, and contemplates around 19 judicial standards. Overall, the lecture provided deep insights into the subject matter, and Dr. Rangaswamy urged the viewers to maintain high ethical and moral standards when and should they become judges.
After the successful completion of its first day, the Course kicked off its 2nd Day with the 4th and 5th sessions being instructed by Ms. Ayushi Upadhyay on the theme of ‘Judgement Writing, Practical Tips for Judicial Practice‘. In these sessions, she guided participants on effective judgment writing and provided practical tips for judicial practice. She discussed that Supreme Court and High Court judges do not have any express or fixed criteria or format for writing judgments, and lower courts follow the rules of their respective HCs for judgment writing.
Ms. Upadhyay explained the general format of judgment writing for both criminal and civil cases. She also answered questions related to the legal system, including whether the law goes above morality and whether judgments need to explicitly mention the instances of mens rea and actus reus. She mentioned that judges can take sua sponte action, and when judgments have to record a plethora of information, the judge only has to pick and choose the relevant facts.
The Course concluded with its final session being instructed by Dr. Justice M.M. Das who conducted his session on the topic of ‘Judicial Appointments, Functioning of the Collegium System, the Role of political will, and Contemporary Challenges‘. Justice Das commenced his lecture by briefly tracing the history of development in the sphere of judicial appointments in post-independence India. Justice Das highlighted how the concept of the collegium system is absent from the original Constitution and does not have any statutory basis. He explained that the system traces its origin to the landmark 1981 case of S.P. Gupta v. President of India also popularly known as the First judges’ Case. He also discussed how the interpretation of Article 124(2) has witnessed critical observations from members of the judiciary as well as the executive, over the years.
Justice Das also examined the legislature’s attempt to have a say in judicial appointments through the introduction of the National Judicial Appointment Commission (NJAC) comprising members of the legislatures, judiciary, and other ejusdem generis persons. However, the enactment of the NJAC was short-lived, as the same was struck down by the Apex Court in a case comprising a motley of challenges spearheaded by the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association. Justice Das also extended his personal views on the topic and observed that certain international jurisdictions have introduced an active role of the legislature or executive in the appointment of judges, and this has helped in strengthening the institution of democracy. Justice Das concluded the session by acknowledging that such a change can undoubtedly be marked in India as well, but only through the rule of law and within the bounds of the Indian Constitution. The lecture concluded with the participants exchanging their questions, concerns, thoughts and views with Justice Das.
With this, the Course drew to a successful conclusion.
