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The Competitive Exams Guidance Committee of National Law University, Odisha (NLUO) successfully organized a two-day session aimed at honing the answer-writing skills of students preparing for judicial services exams. The event featured a Judicial Answer Writing Session, followed by a Discussion and Guidance Session by Mr. Chirayato Banerjee, who is a Judicial Officer in the West Bengal Judicial Services and an alumnus of National Law University, Odisha.

Day 1: Answer Writing Session

The first session focused on hands-on answer writing. Few of our students undertook the test. The questions for the session were meticulously crafted by Mr. Banerjee himself for the students, ensuring that they were in line with the standards of judicial services examinations. The session was conducted under the close supervision of the Competitive Exams Guidance Committee members, who provided additional support and facilitation.

During this session, students were tested on their ability to frame answers under time constraints, simulating actual exam conditions. The exercise was aimed at helping students understand how to effectively structure their responses and present legal arguments and reasonings concisely.

Day 2: Discussion and Guidance Session

The following day, an interactive Discussion and Guidance Session was conducted under the supervision of Mr. Banerjee. After the welcome address by the esteemed faculty advisor Mr. Udit Narayan Mishra and Dr Tanwi Shams, Mr. Banerjee began by discussing about the answer writing done by students the day before followed by sharing his personal preparation journey, providing valuable insights into the rigors of preparing for judicial services exams. He elaborated on his study techniques and how he maintained discipline throughout the process. He discussed key strategies for answer writing, emphasizing the importance of clarity, brevity, and precision in judicial exams. His guidance on structuring answers and presenting legal reasoning was particularly beneficial for the aspirants.

In addition to the technical advice, Mr. Banerjee shared his experiences as a judiciary aspirant and later, as a judge. He spoke candidly about the challenges and rewards of being part of the judiciary, offering a balanced perspective on life both during the preparation phase and after achieving success. A large part of the session went by with the intellectual and crucial interaction between the students and Mr. Banerjee.

The sessions were highly appreciated by the participants, who found Mr. Banerjee’s insights and tips extremely helpful. His inspiring words and practical advice motivated the aspirants, leaving them better equipped and more confident in their preparation for the judicial services exams.

The event was a resounding success, providing students with both practical answer-writing experience and personalized guidance from an esteemed figure in the judiciary. The Competitive Exams Guidance Committee of NLUO continues to play a pivotal role in supporting and guiding students as they prepare for competitive exams, and this session is a testament to their ongoing efforts.

The Internship Committee of National Law University Odisha (NLUO) secures internship opportunities across various sectors of the legal profession for the NLUO students, organizes informative sessions, seminars, and webinars. These events allow students to engage with industry professionals, gain relevant insights, and cultivate key skills. Recently, on 28^th September 2024, the Internship Committee successfully hosted the third session of its webinar series, “Navigating the Legal Career: Expert Insights,” from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The session, conducted virtually via Google Meet, centered on the topic of pursuing an MBA after law, offering crucial guidance for law graduates exploring alternative career paths.

The guest speaker for the session was Mr. Vivek Sridhar, an accomplished alumnus of NLU Odisha (Batch of 2013-18). Currently serving as a Senior Advisor in the Capital Projects Group at Metrolinx in Toronto, Canada, Mr. Sridhar brings a wealth of experience. After earning his BBA LLB from NLU Odisha, he pursued a Master’s in Business Law from NLSIU, followed by an MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University, Canada. His professional journey, spanning leading law firms in India to his current advisory role in a global infrastructure project, provided invaluable insights for aspiring legal professionals considering an MBA.

With approximately 35 participants in attendance, the interactive session explored various aspects of pursuing an MBA after completing a law degree, including insights on time management between academics and extracurricular activities, the importance of developing critical skills for success in the legal and business fields, and the process of selecting a specialization in management and law. Discussions also covered how market trends influence specialization choices, effective use of electives, and building business acumen to complement legal expertise for management roles. The speaker shared advice on bridging the gap between legal and business mindsets, career opportunities in India and abroad for law graduates with MBAs, and the distinct advantages of holding dual degrees in law and business. The session provided valuable guidance for NLUO students aspiring to pursue an MBA, particularly in terms of building profiles for international business schools and understanding the unique contributions that law graduates bring to management roles.

Registrations

1. Siddharth Melepurath
2. Areen
3. Paavanta Arya
4. Nikhil Javali
5. Jyotika Dhar
6. Nayana KB
7. Roshan Kumar Behera
8. Ananya Kreeti
9. Rohan Patnaik
10. Rishita Agarwal
11. Ananya Dutta
12. Aryan Dash
13. Avantika Sud
14. Pragya Saigal
15. Sulipta Surabhi
16. Tamanna Bahety
17. Zoya Farah Hussain
18. Vattem Naga Megha
19. Manshika Jolly
20. Mansi Maheshwari
21. Vishesh Khanna
22. Shriyansh Singhal
23. Anamika Ray
24. Aiman Shabbir
25. Akshara Singhal
26. Aritra Chatterjee
27. Sparsh Agarwal
28. Gauri Dudeja

Total number of attendees of the session– around 30-35

Link for registration– https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JQC2BjnFVKNkfMncSywRZ5Z2a5kRgA3gAe1_eUOGRG8/edit

Feedbacks of the attendees

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CENTRE FOR PUBLIC POLICY LAW AND GOOD GOVERNANCE (CPPLGG)

Session on “The Role of Students in Legal AI Solutions” 27.08.2024

Human interaction with Artificial Intelligence has gradually increased over a period. The legal profession is not untouched from the recent developments in Artificial Intelligence which has significantly impacted the major stakeholders. Its assistive, facilitatory and agility has benefitted the entire judicial system in numerous ways. To reap out the optimum benefit of Artificial Intelligence by the students of law an online session on “The Role of Students in Legal AI Solutions” was organized by the Centre for Public Policy and Good Governance (CPPLGG), NLUO on 27.08.2024 from 4-5 P.M. Mr. Saurabh Karn who is a founding member of Sarvam AI educated the students about the role of AI in relation to the legal profession.

The Session highlighted various aspects of AI which facilitates legal research, data scrutinization, module development specifically pertaining to cater the needs of legal profession. The session provided an excellent opportunity to the students and faculties to interact with the industry professional who is significantly contributing to the develop AI with specific focus on the Legal Sector. Mr. Karn also highlighted that how AI tools saves time which were earlier spent on mechanical and clerical works related to drafting of Legal Contracts and Agreements and now AI tools provides qualitative assistance to the legal professionals to finish their work in a shorter span of time frame with superlative quality of drafts.

The students, research scholars and faculties of NLUO participated in the session with great enthusiasm and valuable discussion. The students were also inquisitive about the landscape of edtech startups and how the field of law would look like from a futuristic perspective so that necessary skills may be acquired to keep ourselves updated in professional space.

Mr. Saurabh Karn, Founding Member of Sarvam AI interacting with the students on various aspects of Legal AI Solutions.

On July 27, 2024, the NLUO Centre for Tribal Studies (CTS) conducted an evaluation visit to Valmiki Nagar, CDA Sector 13, Cuttack (Kutumb Village). The purpose of the visit was to assess the effectiveness of pre- and post-matric scholarship schemes and to conduct an awareness camp. The visit focused on three key schemes:

1. Union Government’s Pre-Matric Scholarship: Offers financial assistance of up to 5,000 Rupees to day scholars and hostellers in classes 9 and 10, helping them continue their education without financial barriers.
2. Odisha Government’s Post-Matric Scholarship under Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chatra Protsahan Yojna: Provides support to ST and SC students pursuing higher education. Available to both day scholars and hostellers, this scholarship ensures that meritorious students receive the necessary financial support.
3. Akanshya Scheme: Provides free accommodation to post-matric ST/SC students, alleviating housing costs and allowing them to focus on their studies.

The visit was conducted under the guidance of CTS faculty members Mr. Kumarjeeb Pegu and Mr. Vijay Bhaskar, with planning and direction provided by Dr. Survashree Panda. The team was assisted by Mr. Durbadala Mantry and included student members Harsh Lakra, Batchu Simha Valli Naga Satwika, Surbhi Lakra, Supriya Kumari, and Rahul Ranjan.

At “Rathasahu Sarkari Prathamic Vidyalaya,” the team held a formal discussion with Anganwadi teaching staff and Headmistress Ms. Hilary Lenka. The discussion focused on the three government-sponsored schemes benefiting Scheduled Tribes (ST). The teaching staff committed to informing students and their parents about these schemes and agreed to compile a list of eligible students to facilitate access to these benefits. They have assured that the list will be forwarded to Mr. Mantry in due course.

Following the school visit, the CTS team engaged with the local community and had a productive dialogue with Mr. Mohan Hansda, the village youth leader, and other village members. Several challenges were identified, including a lack of awareness and missing documentation such as caste and income certificates. Mr. Hansda, in coordination with Mr. Mantry and with assistance from Mr. Pegu and Mr. Bhaskar, has agreed to compile a list of eligible candidates from the area for availing benefits under these schemes.

The CTS team also interacted directly with villagers to raise awareness about the three government-sponsored schemes. Information was provided to several eligible candidates, explaining the benefits and the application process.

Based on the visit, CTS plans to compile data on the number of beneficiaries eligible for the schemes. By August 2, 2024, the Centre will prepare and share a list of eligible students from the village with the NLUO Legal Services Committee (LSC) for further processing of applications as per their request.

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Workshop For Strengthen Implementation of Laws for Protecting Minors and Youth from Tobacco Exposure

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National Law University Odisha

On July 19th, 2024 (Friday) from 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm

National Law University of Odisha as a part of its Project on Tobacco Control Initiatives organized a national consultation to receive expert opinion for advancing effective tobacco control in India. The title of the consultation was ‘Workshop For Strengthen Implementation of Laws for Protecting Minors and Youth from Tobacco Exposure’ held on July 19^th, 2024 (Friday) from 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm.

The consultation was started with project introduction followed by brief overview about the project. In the first part of the session Prof. (Dr.) RanginPallav Tripathy, in his welcome address to principals and teachers, underscored the critical need to protect minors and youth from tobacco exposure. He highlighted the alarming statistics and detrimental effects of tobacco use among young people, calling for a concerted effort to create a tobacco-free environment in schools. He emphasized the importance of education and awareness programs, urging educators to be vigilant and proactive in preventing tobacco use and promoting healthy lifestyles among students.

Dr Rishika Khare shared her thoughts on Data on Tobacco Usage among youth In Odisha.In Odisha, data on tobacco usage among youth reveals concerning trends. Despite efforts to reduce tobacco consumption, a significant number of minors and young adults continue to engage in smoking and chewing tobacco. Accessibility, peer influence, and lack of awareness about the health risks contribute to this persistent issue. Addressing these challenges requires targeted educational campaigns, strict enforcement of regulations, and supportive interventions to encourage healthier lifestyles among the youth population in Odisha.

Dr. Nancy Satpathy emphasized the importance of adhering to the Tobacco-Free Educational Institution (ToFEI) guidelines during her presentation. She highlighted the guidelines’ role in creating a safe and healthy environment for students by prohibiting tobacco use within school premises and promoting awareness among staff, students, and parents. Dr. Satpathy underscored the need for schools to implement robust enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with ToFEI guidelines, fostering a culture of wellness and responsibility among educational communities in Odisha.

Ms. Meenakshi Panda shed light on the implementation challenges faced by schools regarding the Tobacco-Free Educational Institution (ToFEI) guidelines. She emphasized the importance of effectively enforcing these guidelines to create a tobacco-free environment in educational institutions across Odisha. Ms. Panda discussed various obstacles such as resistance from stakeholders, monitoring difficulties, and the need for continuous education and awareness among students and staff. She stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between schools, government agencies, and community organizations to successfully implement and sustain ToFEI guidelines, ensuring a healthier future for students.

Mr. Sudha Ranjan Rath discussed Tobacco prevalence among minors and youth in Odisha remains a pressing concern, with high rates of smoking and chewing tobacco observed despite efforts to reduce consumption. Challenges include easy accessibility to tobacco products, peer influence, and inadequate awareness of health risks. Solutions require stringent enforcement of tobacco control laws, comprehensive educational programs in schools, and community-based interventions promoting tobacco cessation and healthier lifestyles.

In conclusion, the workshop on strengthening the implementation of laws to protect minors and youth from tobacco exposure was a pivotal step forward in addressing a critical public health issue. Participants collectively recognized the urgent need for enhanced enforcement of existing laws and regulations aimed at curbing tobacco use among young people. Moving forward, sustained collaboration between stakeholders, robust educational initiatives, and community engagement will be essential to create a tobacco-free environment that safeguards the health and future of our youth.

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Greetings from the Centre for Banking and Insurance Laws!

We are excited to announce NLUO’s First Annual International Conference on ‘Finance, Economics, Banking and Insolvency’, scheduled for September 7-8, 2024. This conference is being conducted in collaboration with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India and National E-Governance Services Limited.

This conference aims to advance discourse on crucial topics within Banking, Finance, Economics, and Insolvency. We’re now pleased to share the poster and the detailed brochure, which provides comprehensive information about the event.

Key Points:

1. The conference is open to the entire NLUO student community.
2. NLUO students can participate at a discounted registration fee of INR 1000.
3. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with experts, present your research, and expand your knowledge in these vital fields.

Important Dates:

• Abstract Submission Deadline: July 25, 2024
• Acceptance of Abstract Notification: August 5, 2024
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: August 25, 2024
• Conference Dates: September 7-8, 2024

We strongly encourage you to participate in this prestigious event happening at your own campus. The brochure contains detailed information about submission guidelines, conference themes, and more.

For any queries, please contact us at cbil@nluo.ac.in or ankeetag@nluo.ac.in. You can also reach out to our student coordinators:

• Mr. Akhil Raj: +91 97982 36033
• Ms. Ekta Gupta: +91 70085 68992
• Ms. Vvanshika Singhal: +91 97171 39561

Please find the conference brochure and the poster for your reference.
We look forward to your enthusiastic participation in this exciting academic event!

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