Department of Laws

Farewell 2026’- Viraasat!!

Law. Innovation. Technology. ⚖️💻
Be there where ideas meet impact.

📅 25–26 April 2026
Register now 👉 https://forms.gle/jHdVbDSuEY9rdDL6A

The 7th Law Convocation of the Department of Laws, UILS, PURC– Ludhiana, Hoshiarpur & Muktsar was a proud and memorable occasion celebrating the achievements of the Batch of 2024 (LL.B. & LL.M.). The ceremony was graced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice (Retd.) Dinesh Maheshwari as the Chief Guest, along with Hon’ble Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ashwini Kumar Mishra as Guests of Honour. It marked a significant milestone, recognising years of dedication, hard work and academic excellence, while honouring the graduates as they step into the noble profession of law. ⚖️🎓

https://webcast.puchd.ac.in
The link for convocation

Panjab University, Chandigarh

Parul Thakur, Aditya Singh Chauhan, and Jeevanjot, final year students from the Department of Laws, participated in the 5th National Bahra Moot Court Competition, 2026 held at Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Competing among 30 teams from across the country, they won the Best Memorial award. Congratulations to the team.

The Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with the DPIIT–IPR Chair, successfully organised the National Conference-cum-Workshop on “IPR in the Modern Age: Advertising, Branding and the Influence of AI & Deepfakes with regard to Celebrity and Personality Rights.”
The event commenced with a warm and gracious welcome by Prof. (Dr.) Vandana Arora, Chairperson, Department of Laws. The conference was further enriched by the esteemed presence of Prof. (Dr.) S. S. Kanwar, DPIIT IPR Chair Professor, and Prof. (Dr.) Geeta Joshi, Director of the Conference, whose insights added immense value to the deliberations.
The conference witnessed engaging and thought-provoking discussions on contemporary challenges in intellectual property rights, especially in the evolving landscape of AI, advertising, and personality rights.
The technical session was conducted in a hybrid mode, enabling participation both online and offline, and fostering a wider exchange of ideas. The workshop session featured insightful online lectures by eminent experts on contemporary IPR issues.
We were honoured to have:
• Keynote Address by Prof. Alka Chawla, IPR Expert, University of Delhi
• Invited Talk by Mr. Vikram Jaswal
• Invited Talk by Mr. Dixit Mehta
The conference concluded on a note of gratitude with the Vote of Thanks extended to the organising committee, faculty members, distinguished guests, and enthusiastic student participants, whose collective efforts made the event a great success.

The Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh, cordially invites you to the National Conference-cum-Workshop on:

“Contemporary Constitutional Challenges in India: Celebrating 76 Years of the Indian Constitution.”

📅 Date: 31st March 2026 (Tuesday)
📍 Venue: Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh
💻 Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)

This conference aims to foster meaningful discussions on evolving constitutional values, governance, and contemporary legal challenges.

🎓 Open for students, researchers, academicians, and professionals.

📩 Submission & Queries: [email protected]

Be a part of this enriching academic dialogue.

The Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh, in collaboration with DPIIT–IPR Chair, Panjab University, cordially invites you to the National Conference-cum-Workshop on:

“IPR in the Modern Age: Advertising, Branding and the Influence of AI & Deepfakes with regard to Celebrity and Personality Rights.”

📅 Date: 30th March 2026 (Monday)
📍 Venue: Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh
💻 Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)

Join us for insightful discussions, expert lectures, and engaging sessions on contemporary IPR issues in the era of AI and digital innovation.

🎓 Open for students, researchers, academicians, and professionals.

📩 Submission & Queries: [email protected]

Your participation will contribute to a meaningful academic exchange.

We are pleased to announce an insightful workshop titled “Consumer Rights: Theory and Practice,” organized by Think India in collaboration with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU), Sonepat, and the Department of Law, Panjab University.
​In observance of World Consumer Rights Day, this programme serves as a scholarly platform to bridge the gap between academic theory and the practical nuances of consumer protection law in India.

The event shall host Dr. Shyam Lal, Member, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (DCDRC), Sonepat who shall address the the theoretical and practical aspects of consumer law.

Details for the same are as follows :
​Date: 15th March 2026
​Format: Hybrid (Online & Offline)
​Venue (Offline): Conference Hall, Vice-Chancellor’s Office, DBRANLU, Sonepat.

​The session is designed to provide students and legal enthusiasts with:
​A comprehensive understanding of the Consumer Protection Act. ​Practical insights into filing disputes and navigating the DCDRC.Awareness of the legal safeguards available to every citizen in the modern marketplace.
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Law students, faculty members, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of consumer advocacy.
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All participants are requested to register using the link mentioned below and shall receive a certificate of participation.

Link for registration : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAJnBzGpaNj2ILcltO7x57V1bZ1mkciTA5TP_I_Bs0KA04GQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Timing :4-5 pm
Student Coordinator : Shashwat Khurana
8053418134

The Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized the 5th Prof. (Dr.) Anil Kumar Thakur Memorial Lecture on March 13, 2026, centered around the theme “Constitutionalism and Constitutional Pedagogy in India.”
The lecture focused on the evolving understanding of constitutionalism in India and the need to approach the Constitution not merely as a legal document but as a living framework that shapes democratic values, rights, and responsibilities. The theme also highlighted the importance of constitutional pedagogy, emphasizing innovative ways of teaching constitutional principles so that students develop a deeper understanding of justice, liberty, equality, and the rule of law.
The keynote speaker, Prof. (Dr.) Ujjwal Kumar Singh, Senior Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Delhi, addressed a diverse audience of faculty members and students. He emphasized that constitutionalism should be treated as a living pedagogy rather than merely a set of legal rules and highlighted the need to integrate constitutional values into legal education and public discourse.
The event was organized under the chief patronage of Prof. (Dr.) Renu Vig, Vice-Chancellor, Panjab University and the patronage of Prof. (Dr.) Vandana A. Kumar, Chairperson, Department of Laws. In the absence of the Chairperson, Prof. (Dr.) Supinder Kaur officiated as Chairperson for the event and felicitated the keynote speaker.
The lecture was chaired by Prof. (Dr.) Rajinder Kaur, Dean, Faculty of Law. The event marked a significant academic milestone, honoring the legacy of the late Prof. (Dr.) Anil Kumar Thakur while fostering meaningful intellectual engagement within the university community.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Kumar, who expressed gratitude to all the faculty members, students and the organising team for their valuable contributions in making the event a success.