Sangam 1.0 – A Conclave on Legal Aid and Pro Bono Service hosted by the NLU, Tripura, Pro Bono club, and Legal Aid Society

The NLU, Tripura, Pro Bono club, and Legal Aid Society organized its flagship event, Nyaya Sangam 1.0 – A Conclave on Legal Aid and Pro Bono Service on 8^th September 2025 in the NLU Tripura Campus with the participation of about 200 law students of the different Law Institutions of the State of Tripura. The event was graced with the address of Hon’ble Dr. Justice Amarnath Goud’s inspiring remarks, followed by a conclave included a panel discussion with a Senior Professor from the Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University Prof. S. K. Gupta, Director of Panchayat, Government of Tripura, Mr. Prasun De; Secretary, DLSA, West Tripura, Mr. Amarjit Dey and an experienced Para Legal Volunteer, Mr. Rajib Paul, participated by faculties and student members of the Legal Aid Society and Pro bono club of the all the other Law Institutes of the West Tripura namely the Tripura Government Law College, the ICFAI University Tripura Law School, The Techno-India University Tripura Law School.

The dignitaries discussed the prospects and scopes of various collaborative plans of action, standing long due viz. adequate intra-state collaboration of the student committees of all the law institutes, scopes of inter-state university collaboration, better collaboration of the student committees with the Legal Ais Societies and Pro Bono agencies. etc. While the event touched upon various nitty-gritties of the scopes of inculcating the socio-legal accountability of the student committees, Prof. Dr. Yogesh Pratap Singh, Vice Chancellor, National Law University, Tripura, also hinted at the scopes and prospects of collaboration of the student committees with the panchayat departments of the government of Tripura, laying a new innovative outlook of a collaborative approach.

Teacher’s Day Celebration at NLU Tripura

Teacher’s Day 2025 was celebrated with great zeal at NLU Tripura, marking a day of joy, respect, and togetherness. Students expressed their gratitude through vibrant cultural performances and interactive games, creating a lively and heartwarming atmosphere. The Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of NLU Tripura Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Pratap Singh, in his speech, highlighted the role of teachers in nation-building and encouraged them to embrace ownership and responsibility as the essence of their noble profession. The celebration concluded with teachers extending their heartfelt appreciation to the students for their thoughtful gestures, making the occasion memorable and filled with mutual admiration.

NLU Tripura inks MoU with Tripura Institute of Paramedical Sciences, Agartala

The National Law University, Tripura (NLUT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tripura Institute of Paramedical Sciences (TIPS), Agartala, marking a significant step towards fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between law and medical sciences. The MoU aims to promote academic interaction, curriculum reform, joint student projects on medico-legal issues, faculty and student exchange programmes, as well as collaborative research initiatives. This partnership is designed to build bridges between legal education and healthcare studies, enabling a deeper understanding of medico-legal challenges and their societal impact.

Speaking on the occasion, the Vice-Chancellor of NLUT Prof. Yogesh Pratap Singh emphasized that this collaboration will provide students of both institutions with an opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, experiential learning, and knowledge-sharing, equipping them to address emerging challenges in healthcare law, bioethics, and medical jurisprudence. The Principal of TIPS expressed optimism that the MoU would enrich paramedical education by incorporating legal awareness, thereby strengthening the professional capacities of healthcare providers.

This academic partnership reflects the shared commitment of NLUT and TIPS to innovation, quality education, and social responsibility, paving the way for impactful contributions at the intersection of law, medicine, and public policy.

4th Tripura Dialogue Forum Talk on “Policing in North-Eastern Regions: Challenges and the Way Forward” delivered by Shri Anurag, IPS Director General of Police, Government of Tripura

Online FDP on “Literature as a Repository of Indian Knowledge Systems: Decolonising Narratives and the Quest for Social Justice” (25th – 30th August, 2025)

The National Law University, Tripura, in line with the NEP 2020 objective of advancing Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), successfully organized a week-long Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Literature as a Repository of Indian Knowledge Systems: Decolonising Narratives and the Quest for Social Justice” from 25th to 30th August 2025.The programme highlighted Indian literature as a vital repository of indigenous knowledge systems. And the sessions focused on three key areas: the potential of decolonising literary narratives in shaping inclusive and equitable justice frameworks; the enduring influence of colonial epistemologies on Indian literature and education; and the role of indigenous and regional literary traditions in sustaining cultural wisdom and promoting social consciousness. In his inaugural address, Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Pratap Singh, Vice-Chancellor of NLU Tripura, emphasized the need to overcome disciplinary isolation in education system. Citing legal education as an example, he called for an interdisciplinary model that integrates Indian Knowledge Systems into law and other academic fields to enrich both pedagogy and scholarship.

Over the course of the FDP, participants benefited from highly interactive and research-oriented sessions conducted by eminent scholars: Prof. Dinesh Kumar Nair (V.G. Vaze College, Mumbai), Prof. Prasannanshu (National Law University, Delhi), Prof. Jyotirmoy Pradhani (North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong), and Prof. Amrit Sen (Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan).The event witnessed participation from more than one hundred academicians and researchers across India, including Principals, Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, and doctoral scholars. The participants represented a wide spectrum of disciplines such as English, Law, Economics, History, and Political Science. The programme drew enthusiastic feedback, reflecting its scholarly relevance and practical significance. The FDP was coordinated by Ms. Merelin Darlong, Assistant Professor of English at NLU Tripura. The week-long initiative concluded on a successful note, equipping participants with meaningful insights and inspiring fresh directions in academic research, curriculum development, and teaching pedagogy.

Expert Session on “Research Begins with a Question: Crafting the Right Dissertation Topic” at NLUT, delivered by Dr. Praveen Tripathi.

The National Law University, Tripura organized an expert session on the theme “Research Begins with a Question: Crafting the Right Dissertation Topic” on 22^nd August 2025 at the LL.M. Classroom, New Campus. The resource person for the session was Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar and Associate Professor, Dharamshastra National Law University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from both LL.M. students and undergraduate students of the University.

Dr. Praveen Tripathi commenced his lecture by underlining the central idea that every meaningful research endeavor originates with a well-formulated question. He elaborated on the process of identifying and refining a research topic by beginning with a broad subject area of personal academic interest and then systematically narrowing it down to a specific and researchable problem.

In his discourse, Dr. Praveen Tripathi emphasized several key aspects that a researcher must carefully consider while formulating a dissertation topic. He highlighted the importance of beginning with a broad subject area and then moving towards identifying the major concepts within it. From there, the topic should be gradually narrowed down by examining whether it ought to be confined to a specific geographical context or restricted to a particular time period. He also stressed the need to define the core concepts and terms with greater precision so as to enhance analytical clarity. Further, a well-formulated research topic should indicate the methodology to be adopted in studying the relevant data and must also reflect the ultimate goal or objective of the research.

To provide practical insight, Dr. Praveen Tripathi engaged the students in an interactive exercise. He asked them to first identify their favourite subject area in law, then break it down into core concepts, and finally, using the guiding questions he discussed, refine these into specific, researchable dissertation topics. This activity enabled the students to critically reflect on their academic interests and translate them into viable research questions. The session proved highly beneficial for postgraduate as well as undergraduate students, as it offered clarity on the fundamental step of academic research- formulating the right question. It also encouraged participants to approach research with analytical precision and methodological clarity. The session was coordinated by Dr. Jayanta Dhar, Assistant Professor, NLUT, and Mr. Nehru, Ph.D. Scholar (Full-time).

Expert Session on “Learning the Law with AI” delivered by Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar and Associate Professor, Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.

The National Law University, Tripura organized an expert session on “Learning the Law with AI” on 21st August 2025. The resource person for the session was Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar and Associate Professor, Dharamshastra National Law University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The session was attended by LL.M and undergraduate students of the University.

Dr. Tripathi began his lecture by introducing the participants to the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in legal education and practice. He elaborated on the different kinds of AI models currently prevalent, with special emphasis on Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications, which combine large language models with verified data sources to improve accuracy and reliability.

One of the key highlights of the session was his detailed, hands-on demonstration of NotebookLM, a cutting-edge AI platform. The Students were guided through the practical aspects of using this tool for research, summarization, and knowledge retrieval. Dr. Tripathi stressed that while such AI-based platforms could significantly enhance learning and research efficiency, their use required careful scrutiny to avoid hallucinations (false or fabricated outputs) a common limitation of generative AI systems.

He cautioned students against over-reliance on generative AI models for academic or legal work, underlining that AI should be viewed as a supportive tool rather than a substitute for human judgment. According to him, the real value of AI lies in enabling students and legal professionals to save time, refine research, and gain access to organized information—while preserving the critical thinking, reasoning, and analytical skills that are central to the discipline of law.

The interactive session encouraged students to reflect on the ethical and intellectual dimensions of technology in legal education. Dr. Tripathi emphasized that the integration of technology in the legal field is inevitable, but it must be approached with responsibility, discernment, and a commitment to academic integrity.

Dr. Tripathi’s insights left the students with a balanced perspective—acknowledging the immense possibilities of AI while reiterating the indispensability of human reasoning and legal acumen. The session was coordinated by Dr. Jayanta Dhar, Assistant Professor, NLUT, and Mr. Nehru, Ph.D. Scholar (Full-time).

One-Week Workshop on Civil Procedure Code: A Practitioner’s Perspective” from August 18-23, 2025 

The National Law University, Tripura organized a one-week workshop on “Unlocking the Civil Procedure Code: A Practitioner’s Perspective” from 18^th August to 23^rd August 2025. The workshop aimed to provide students with a comprehensive and practice-oriented understanding of the procedural aspects of the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, with particular emphasis on the essential stages of a civil suit and the practical application of various provisions.

The workshop commenced on 18^th August 2025 with the formal welcome of the resource person, Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar and Associate Professor, Dharamshastra National Law University, Jabalpur, by Dr. Jayanta Dhar, Assistant Professor, and Mr. Nehru, Ph.D. Scholar (Full-time), NLUT. The inaugural session introduced the Code of Civil Procedure and discussed the essential stages of a civil suit, setting the tone for the following days of intensive learning. On 18^th and 19^th August, the sessions focused on the effect of parallel proceedings and the bar of further suits under Sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 44A of the CPC, along with Orders 6, 7, and 8 relating to pleadings.

On 20^th August, the sessions dealt with the first hearing and framing of issues under Order 14, as well as special suits including set-off, counter-claim, and interpleader suits under Section 88 read with Order 35. The discussions provided clarity on the nuances of these provisions and their importance in civil litigation. The session of 21^st August was devoted to supplemental proceedings under Sections 94 and 95, covering arrest and attachment under Order 38, temporary injunctions under Order 39, and the appointment of a receiver under Order 40. These discussions highlighted the importance of interim measures in protecting the interests of litigants during the pendency of suits.

On 22^nd and 23^rd August, the focus shifted to execution of decrees under Sections 36-74 read with Order 21, covering a wide range of topics including the meaning and scope of execution, the jurisdiction of executing courts, parties in execution proceedings, limitation, questions to be determined by the executing court, execution applications, modes and processes of execution, and the effect of defects in the process. The detailed deliberations enabled participants to grasp the procedural complexities involved in executing decrees effectively.

The workshop concluded on 23rd August 2025 with the felicitation of Dr. Praveen Tripathi by Prof. (Dr.) Nachiketa Mittal, Registrar, NLUT. The week-long event was successfully coordinated by Dr. Jayanta Dhar, Assistant Professor, and Mr. Nehru, Ph.D. Scholar (Full-time), who ensured smooth conduct of the sessions. The workshop proved to be a highly enriching academic exercise, equipping the students with critical insights into the Code of Civil Procedure from a practitioner’s perspective.

CPC Workshop

Rajya Sabha MP Shri Rajib Bhattacharjee donates ambulance to NLUT

Shri Rajib Bhattacharjee, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Tripura, and the generous donor of the newly sanctioned Ambulance, inaugurated the vehicle at the campus of the National Law University, Tripura, as the Chief Guest. The occasion was also graced by Prof. (Dr.) Tapan Majumdar, Director of Health Services, Government of Tripura, who attended as the Guest of Honour.In his address, the Hon’ble Chief Guest Shri Rajib Bhattacharjee expressed his deep sense of commitment towards the progress of higher education and healthcare facilities in Tripura. He highlighted the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat,’emphasizing that the youth of today must become the torchbearers of change and nation-building.He urged the students to remain steadfast in the fight against the menace of drug abuse, which he described as a major obstacle to the development of both individuals and the nation. Shri Bhattacharjee further called upon the gathering to embrace and live the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ by promoting unity in diversity. The Guest of Honour, Prof. (Dr.) Tapan Majumdar, emphasized that the newly inaugurated Ambulance should not be viewed merely as a vehicle, but as a vital life-saving resource for the University community. He also expressed gratitude to the Hon’ble Member of Parliament for his generous contribution.Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Pratap Singh, Vice-Chancellor of NLU Tripura, extended a warm welcome to the dignitaries and expressed heartfelt thanks to the State Government for this notable support. He further highlighted that as the University is in its formative years, continued assistance from the State Government will be crucial for the timely completion of the new campus, enabling the institution to provide world-class facilities to its students. The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Er. Aparajita Banerjee, Assistant Registrar, NLU Tripura.

The 79th Independence Day Celebration at NLU Tripura

The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with great honour and deep patriotism at NLU Tripura, commencing with a dignified flag hoisting ceremony performed by the Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Pratap Singh. In his address, the Vice-Chancellor inspired the students to diligently uphold their fundamental duties and rights as citizens of the country. He emphasized the sanctity of the Indian Constitution, reminding everyone that it serves as the foundation of all laws and provides a guiding framework for justice, equality, and democratic values in the country. The celebrations continued with a vibrant series of cultural performances by the students, including patriotic songs, traditional dances, poetry recitations, and a slogan competition on ‘Say No to Ragging.’ The overarching theme of the cultural programme was a unified message: “Azadi Ka Utsav: United in Patriotism, United Against Ragging.”