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A panel discussion was organised by SAM, Arbitral Women, and Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr on the proposed amendments to the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, via the 2024 draft bill as a precursor to the Delhi Arbitration Weekend.
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Join judges, leading practitioners, scholars, and arbitration experts from across the globe at the 3rd Edition of Delhi Arbitration Weekend 2025 (DAW), a premier international forum designed to advance dialogue, share best practices, and highlight India’s pivotal role in shaping the future of global arbitration.
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As a part of DAW 2025, an external event organized by The International Bar Association in collaboration with Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co., One Essex Court, and Osborne Partners, this report summarises the keynote address by Justice K.V. Viswanathan and the panel discussion by industry experts. The discussion delved into key challenges and evolving trends in arbitration, emphasising the importance of impartiality, transparency, and ethical standards.
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An illuminating oxford-style debate was conducted by the IIAC and DIAC at the Delhi High Court on the motion that Institutional Arbitration is the complete solution to restore the faith of PSUs in arbitration as the preferred mode of dispute resolution.
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Focused on the effective implementation of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 and the POCSO Act, 2012, the consultation brought together key stakeholders to advance the safety and rights of the girl child in Uttar Pradesh.
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Shri Om Birla traced the achievements and contributions of Dr L.M. Singhvi and emphasized the need for comprehensive changes in the country despite the commendable journey of the last 75 years.
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CJI BR Gavai’s lecture eloquently reaffirmed that human dignity lies at the heart of India’s constitutional vision. Through an insightful examination of historical foundations and contemporary judicial interpretations, he demonstrated how dignity continues to guide legal reasoning and public policy in the 21st century.
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Series of awareness activities, interactive sessions, and sensitisation programmes were conducted throughout the week seeking to strengthen a culture of trust, safety, and equality amongst students.
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As the third edition of Delhi Arbitration Weekend (September 18—21, 2025) unfolds, DAW not only cements its stature as a leading arbitration forum but also marks a pivotal evolution in the Asia‑Pacific arbitration landscape, drawing expanded participation from preeminent global institutions such as SIAC, ICC, ICSID, and PCA.
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The event underscored the rising strategic significance of professionals in practice development, marketing, corporate communications, knowledge management, and legaltech roles, and signals a growing call to institutionalise these functions within India’s maturing legal services sector.
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With meaningful discussions on the theme “Constitutional Challenges — Perspective and Pathways”, the Law, Human Rights & RTI Department is set to host the Conclave on August 2nd to discuss the role of law in democratic India.
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His association has been marked by deep commitment to the cause of legal education and institutional growth.
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EAW 2025 brought together over 400 global leaders in arbitration, law, and business to explore cutting-edge developments in dispute resolution. With high-level panels, strategic insights, and practical advocacy tips, EAW25 reaffirmed the region’s commitment to legal innovation, trust-building, and international collaboration.
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“The deliberate dissemination of misleading statements, intended to create a false impression among the legal fraternity and the public at large, is not merely an act of misinformation, but also a clear violation of an Advocate’s broader duty to maintain the dignity and integrity of the profession.”
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“The Constitution is a living document. We can’t bind the future generations to stick up to the Constitution that we are adopting today, and the future generations should have an opportunity to amend the Constitution, so as to adapt to the societal economic changes that the future generations would come across.”
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Bringing together India’s legal, commercial, and public sector leadership, the Conference on Institutional Arbitration: An Effective Framework for Dispute Resolution, hosted by the Department of Legal Affairs in collaboration with ONGC and IIAC, marked a decisive step in positioning India as a global hub for arbitration.
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“Many decades ago, millions of citizens of India were called “untouchables”. They were told they were impure. They were told that they did not belong. They were told that they could not speak for themselves. But here we are today— where a person belonging to those very people is speaking openly, as the holder of the highest office in the judiciary of the country” – CJI BR Gavai
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The discussion centered on how Indian courts are adapting to digital transformation—embracing innovation like virtual hearings and AI, while safeguarding core judicial values of empathy, fairness, and accessibility.
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The event powerfully reaffirmed Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s vision of an inclusive, just, and equitable India. Through thought-provoking addresses and reflective tributes, the gathering underscored a shared national commitment to upholding the constitutional values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, ensuring that the spirit of democracy continues to thrive in the heart of every citizen.
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The event brings together key figures from the judiciary, arbitral institutions, and global law firms, fostering a dialogue on harmonising international arbitration practices across jurisdictions.
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