Expert Lecture on“Child Rights Litigation and POCSO”

Visit to Child Care Home and Old Age Home

The Centre for Women and Childs Rights, National Law University, Tripura as a part of its community outreach programme embarked on a noble cause to spread joy and compassion among the children and elderly residents of Anwesha Child Care Home and Apna Ghar Old Age Home, Agartala on October 04-05, 2024. This heartfelt visit is to unite and spread joy as the festive season is knocking at the door. This philanthropic drive was led by Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Pratap Singh, Dr. Debasree Debnath, Assistant Professor of Law, Centre Director, Centre for Women and Childs Rights along with other faculty members and student volunteers.

The session commenced with a welcome address by the Vice-Chancellor who mentioned about the rights of the children and nuances of old age homes. He also highlights the community’s role in supporting and nurturing the old age persons. The manager of Apnaghar Old Age Home discussed about the festivities which they celebrate in the old age home. The students and faculty members interacted with the elderly, listening to their life stories and experiences which fosters a sense of empathy and understanding and depicts the social responsibility and community engagement. The children organized a cultural event which showcased their talents, sharing yoga and dance performance.

Moot court training workshop

National Law University, Tripura hosted a week-long workshop for first and second-year B.A. L.L.B. students, focusing on the art of moot court. The workshop featured prominent advocates Rishabh Dheer and Kartik Pant as resource persons. The event began with a felicitation ceremony led by Dr. Ripon Bhattacharjee, faculty advisor of the Moot Court Society. Advocate Rishabh Dheer, a practising advocate in Delhi with expertise in civil and commercial litigation, and Advocate Kartik Pant, a partner at Prakant Law Offices specializing in commercial and financial laws, provided in-depth insights into the importance of moot court in developing analytical thinking and critical reasoning. They highlighted the significance of thorough legal research, interpreting statutes and judgments, and the drafting of well-structured oral arguments. Through practical examples, they guided students on how to analyse moot problems by identifying key legal issues, relevant facts, and appropriate laws. The discussions emphasized clarity, objectivity, and precision in argumentation, encouraging participants to approach their research with an open mind and a focus on critical inquiry. By the end of the workshop, students had gained valuable insights into courtroom procedures, legal reasoning, and the skills necessary to excel in moot court competitions, with a strong emphasis on diligence, creativity, and sound legal practice.

Special Lectures on Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)

Special Lectures on Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) by Mr. Ashutosh Pandey, Director of Tripura Judicial Academy.

Mr. Ashutosh Pandey, Director of Tripura Judicial Academy, introduced the framework of BNSS, highlighting its objectives, scope, and investigative protocols. The lecture delved into the step-by-step investigation process, including Registration of FIR, evidence Collection and analysis, Interrogation techniques, and arrest and detention procedures. He addressed recent judicial pronouncements, legislative amendments, and technological advancements impacting investigations under BNSS. Participants engaged in a thought-provoking Q&A session, seeking clarifications on complex aspects.

Special Lectures on Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)

Special Lectures on Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) by Dr. Sumiti Ahuja

The special lecture by Dr. Sumiti Ahuja aimed to enlighten students and faculty about the intricacies of bail under the Indian criminal justice system, specifically focusing on the provisions and implications of bail under BNSS. She explained bail as a constitutional right, emphasizing its importance in ensuring fairness and justice. The lecture delved into the framework of BNSS, highlighting its objectives, eligibility criteria, and procedural aspects. She also discussed the differentiation between regular, anticipatory, and interim bail, clarifying the distinctions and applicability. Discussion centered on factors courts consider when granting or denying bail, including the nature of the offence, the accused’s antecedents, and public interest. The speaker addressed recent judicial pronouncements and legislative amendments impacting bail laws. The importance of judicial discretion in bail decisions was highlighted. The students engaged in a thought-provoking Q&A session, seeking clarifications on complex aspects.

Expert Lecture on Politics

Dr Afroz Alam, Professor and Head, Department of Political Science, Maulana Azad National Urdu University (a Central University established by an Act of Parliament in 1998) at Hyderabad, Telangana (India) and a renowned psephologist visited the National Law University, Tripura. Prof. Alam has interacted with students of BA LLB 3^rd and 1^st Semester. In his speech, he elaborated on the importance of Political Science in the edifice of legal education. Prof Alam has also discussed the democratic crisis in South Asia.

Special Lecture on Law of Torts (BALLB 1st YEAR)

The Law of Torts or Tort Law is a core course prescribed by the Bar Council of India Rules of Legal Education, 2008 and it is primarily concerned with redressal of wrongful civil actions by awarding damages. Our National Law University Tripura has introduced this paper for the first year in BALLB program with the purpose to expose its students to the traditional as well as the changing notions of tortious liability. Based on this learning outcome, a two day special lecture series arranged at the presence of  Dr.Parikshit Sirohi, Assistant Professor (Senior Scale), Faculty of Law, University of Delhi at the campus of NLU Tripura on 30^th September and 1^st October 2024 respectively. During the lecture, the concepts of strict liability and absolute liability were discussed in depth. The classic case is Rylands v. Fletcher (1868) discussed with its some exceptions; like as if the damage is caused by an act of God, the victim’s own fault, or if there was statutory authority. Later on, Sir has briefed the landmark India case law, popularly known as M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (1987), where the Supreme Court established this principle in the context of environmental and industrial hazards. These lectures highlighted various distinctions and provided real-life case studies to explain their application in modern legal scenarios.

Open Lecture conducted by Centre for Intellectual Property Studies

This academic initiative has undertaken by the CIPS at National Law University Tripura on 30^th September 2024 to fulfill and enhance the understanding and critical evaluation of key areas in IP law. Dr. Parikshit  Sirohi from University of Delhi has addressed the mass with a narrative of confluence between Intellectual Property Rights and Artificial Intelligence. He narrated that how the advancement of technology in the legal sector has opened opportunities for academicians and legal professionals to improve their efficiency and focus on more strategic work. Dr. Sirohi has also highlighted some areas like scientific discoveries, industrial designs etc.where rapid development has also posed new challenges and opportunities in the area of intellectual property (IP).

Special Lecture on Research Methodology

Prof. (Dr.) R. Siva Prasad, Former Honorary Professor (CDLTR) and Professor & Head of Department of Anthropology, University of Hyderabad graced   a special session on Research Methodology from 25^th, 26^th   and 27^th  September 2024 at the premise of National Law University Tripura (NLUT). His lecture series covered fundamental and advanced aspects of research methodology, including structure of literature review, formulation of hypothesis, qualitative and quantitative analysis. Sessions were conducted on the integration of skillful writing with research, highlighting best practices for drafting research papers and dissertations. This academic initiative was a resounding success, with strong participation from LLM students of NLUT.

Ph.D. workshop on advanced research methods

Professor Indraneel Bhowmik of the Economics Department at Tripura University conducted insightful sessions on advanced research methods at the National Law University, Tripura, from September 24 to 26, 2024. Additionally, he covered fundamental topics in statistics, including sampling, questionnaire design, hypothesis testing, and sample design. This initiative highlighted the growing interdisciplinary collaboration between economics and law, emphasizing the critical role of empirical techniques in legal research.