Shruthee Srinivasan

Certificate Course on Environmental Lawyering @NUJS, Kolkata

DESCRIPTION: Workshop-cum-crash course on Environmental Lawyering – learning to differentiate between the practical and theoretical aspects of Environmental Law that we read in Law Schools. We aim to bridge the gap between the law we learn in law schools (which is frankly nowhere near what happens at the ground level!), the law as it plays out in people’s lives and the space where lawyers fit in the social, political and cultural milieu that characterizes “the field”. Unlearning the learnt!

ORGANIZER: Society for Environmental Awareness and Activism, NUJS in collaboration with Natural Justice

WHEN: 15th-16th February, 2014

FACILITATORS: Arpitha Kodaveri and Stella James, lawyers working at Natural Justice, a not-for-profit organization working with indigenous communities on conservation.

ELIGIBILITY: Participation is restricted to maximum of 25 from NUJS and Hazra Law College, Kolkata. Qualification is not a criteria, but interest definitely is! (Outstation students, if interested, can participate if they are able to arrange their own accommodation)

REGISTRATION: Those who want to participate are asked to fill up the attached registration form and send it to seaa.nujs@gmail.com by 9th February, 2014.

Please find the Concept Note_Workshop on Environmental Lawyering NUJS 2014 and Registration Form attached herewith.

NUJS Environmental Law Essay Competition 2013

ORGANIZED BY: Society for Environmental Awareness and Activism, West Bengal National University for Juridical Sciences, Kolkata (West Bengal)

THEME: There are three specific themes on which the Essay will be based on:

A Critique of The Biodiversity Act, 2002: Legal Loopholes and Suggestions
Environment Impact Assessment: Do we really need a shift from EIA?
Implementation of the Forest Act, 2006 in Tiger Reserves: An interplay between the Indian Forests Act, 1927 and the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 in areas declared to be critical habitats for tigers

CALL FOR ESSAYS: Interested students pursuing undergraduate course in law (3 year or 5 year L.L.B courses) are eligible to apply for the NUJS Environmental Law Essay Competition 2013.

PRIZE MONEY:

First Prize – Rs 5,500
Second Prize – Rs 3,000
Third Prize – Rs 1,500

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION:

Co-authorship of 2 people (max.) is allowed.
All submissions have to be made in MS Word format with Font size 12 and 1.5 line space.
Citation style to be followed is Oscola.
An Abstract (minimum 300 words) must be sent to seaa.nujs@gmail.com to confirm participation in the competition.
Only students enrolled in 3 year or 5 year integrated undergraduate course would be eligible for NUJS Environmental Law Competition.
The final essay must range from 5000 (min.) to 8000 (max.) words and must be sent to seaa.nujs@gmail.com before the deadline.
The final essay would be judged on the basis of lucidity and structure of the essay, relevance to the theme, the research questions raised in the essay, the analysis or the author’s own views/opinions and finally probable solutions to the existing problems (if any).
The decision of the three-judge panel will be final.

LAST DATES:

Submission of Abstract – 15th September, 2013
Final Submission of the Essay – 30th October, 2013
Announcement of the Result – First week of January, 2014

For further details, please contact any of the undersigned:

Shruthee Srinivasan – 09831506032

Ashi Gupta – 09748805176

Aman Gupta – 08697366874

NLU, Jodhpur Journal on Governance: Call for Papers

ABOUT THE JOURNAL: Center for Governance, National Law University, Jodhpur proposes the VII issue of “Journal on Governance,” its annual publication. Journal on Governance offers a forum for critical research on interplay of contemporary corporate governance issues with other disciplines, including, inter alia, law, management and societal studies.

THEME FOR THE UPCOMING JOURNAL: Governance – the Contemporary Challenges

SUB-THEMES:

Governance in Micro-finance Industry
SEBI’s Jurisdiction on Corporate Governance- a critical assessment
Governance in PPP Model of Infrastructure Projects
Corruption and Corporate Citizenship
Conflict of Governance and Related Party Transaction

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Acceptable length of Articles is 5,000 words and for notes and comments, it is 3000 words including footnotes.
All submissions must include an abstract of not more than 300 words, explaining the objective of the article and the conclusions drawn from it.
The Article should be on A4 sized paper, in Times New Roman Font Type, font size 12, 1.5 line Spacing and 1 inch margins on each side. Authors should follow Harvard Blue Book Footnoting style. Footnotes should be in font size 10 and with single line spacing.
Authors should provide their contact details, designation and institutional affiliation in the covering letter for the submission.
Authors are requested to send an electronic version of their manuscripts (.doc or .docx format) to journal.governance@gmail.com with the subject as “Submission”. All queries may be addressed to the Editors on the aforementioned email address.

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 31st July, 2013

Christ University Law Journal: Call for Papers

CALL FOR PAPERS: Contributions to Christ University Law Journal, a biannual peer-reviewed journal can be in the form of articles, case comment, legislative notes and book reviews.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

The word limit for articles is between 6,000 to 10,000 inclusive of footnotes.
The word limit for comments and book reviews is between 2,000 and 4,000 words.
The word limit for legislative notes is between 3,000 to 5,000 words.
The Citation Format to be used is The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation, Harvard Law Review (19th Edition).
An electronic copy of your manuscript should be submitted along with a hard copy.
All submissions both hard and electronic copies must be attached with a covering letter mentioning the name of the author, occupation, title of the manuscript and contact address for future reference.
All submissions should be double-spaced in font size 12 following Times New Roman format. One inch margins should be left on both sides of the text and at the top and bottom.
Mailing Address – culj@christuniversity.in
Postal Address –

The Executive Editor, Christ University Law Journal, School of Law, Christ University, Hosur Road, Bangalore – 560029, Karnataka, India.

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 31st May, 2013

NALSAR Law Journal: Call for Papers

ABOUT THE JOURNAL: NALSAR Law Journal is a multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal published annually by the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. NALSAR Law Journal is dedicated to increasing the depth of the subject across disciplines with the ultimate aim of expanding interdisciplinary knowledge. It aims to cover all areas of Law and related subjects.

CALL FOR PAPERS: The Journal welcomes the submission of Articles/Book Reviews/Case Comments on related areas. Authors are invited to submit their work to registrar@nalsar.ac.in for publication. Alternatively, a hard copy can be sent at the following address –

The Editor
NALSAR Law Review
NALSAR University of Law Justice City,

ShameerpetR. R. District – 500 078.

PUBLICATION: Authors shall be intimated of the decision on their contributions within 4-6 weeks of submission. Following acceptance, a paper will normally be published in the next issue.

3rd MARG – AP Trust Labour Law Essay Competition 2013

ORGANIZERS: Multiple Action Research Group (MARG) in association with Anand Prakash Charitable Trust

THEME: Social Security Issues of Labours in India

SUB-THEMES:

Unorganized Workers Social Security Act, 2008: Issues and Challenges
Eradicating Manual Scavenging in India
Shortfalls in implementation of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961

PRIZES:

1st Prize – Rs 5,000
2nd Prize – Rs 3,000
3rd Prize – Rs 2,000

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Essay to contain maximum of 3000 words (including footnotes, references etc)
Please attach your CV with the email/post.
To be sent by post or by e-mail on the postal/ e-mail address given below

205-206, 2nd Floor, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi, – 110049

email id – marg@ngo-marg.org

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 30th June, 2013

For further details, please visit the following link-

http://www.ngo-marg.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Invitation-to-MARG-AP-Trust-Essay-Competition-2013.pdf

Conference by Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels

ORGANIZER: ReSIC – Centre de Recherche en Information et Communication (Université Libre de Bruxelles)

WHEN: 28th – 29th November, 2013

THEME: Does Indian Civil Society have a voice?

SUB-THEMES:

Perceptions and debates around the notions of advocacy and lobbying
Protagonists facing a regulating state
Citizenship representations and practices
Law, medias and democracy

CALL FOR PAPERS: Abstracts about the theme of the conference can be sent in either English or French (maximum of 500 words) to oarifon@ulb.ac.be and Sybille.De.Poortere@ulb.ac.be before 31st May, 2013.

DEADLINES:

Abstract Submission: 31st May, 2013
Acceptance of Abstracts: 24th June, 2013
Submission of full papers: 28th October, 2013

For further details, please visit the following link:

http://jmi.ac.in/upload/EventDetail/event_ccmg_2013november28_29.pdf

Two-Day Seminar by University of Hyderabad, Gachibowli

ORGANISERS: Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Hyderabad. Sponsored by ICSSR.

THEME: Democracy, Development and Tribal Resistance: Contemporary Issues

SUB-THEMES:

Politics of Development: Intervention of State, Civil Society, Missionaries etc in the context of Tribal Development.
Livelihood issues: Land Alienation, Displacement, Rehabilitation and
Migration;
Social movement, Ethnic Conflict and Resistance
Social and Cultural Issues: Atrocities on Tribe, Tribal women, Gender
Inequality, and Development
Tribal education :Achievements and Challenges
Approaches to Tribal Development
Issues on Governance: Politics of Inclusion and exclusion, Participation,
Leadership and issues of Local Governance, Forest Governance in the Context of 5th and 6th scheduled areas
Tribal voice in contemporary Democracy

CALL FOR PAPERS: Papers are invited from the foregoing field’s academicians, social activists, research scholars and policy makers on the above mentioned themes.

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION: Soft copies of the abstract not exceeding 300 words on the seminar theme/sub-theme should be emailed to seminarpolsc@gmail.com on or before 30th May, 2013.

DEADLINES FOR SUBMISSION:

Last date for Abstract: 30th May, 2013
Acceptance of Abstract: 10th June, 2013
Last Date for Full Paper: 25th July, 2013
Date of the Seminar: 12th – 13th August, 2013

For further details on accommodation and concept note of the seminar, please visit the following link:

http://www.uohyd.ac.in/images/news/pol_sci_seminar_aug2013.pdf

National Seminar by NUSRL, Ranchi

ORGANIZER: National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, BIT Polytechnic Campus, Jharkhand.

ON: 7th – 8th September, 2013

CALL FOR PAPERS: Seminar papers are invited from Researchers, Bar and Bench, Corporate Professionals, Bankers, Academicians and Government servants on the above mentioned themes. Papers selected by the Committee may be published in the NUSRL Occasional paper with ISSN and subsequently those may be published in the form of Book with ISBN.

GUIDELINES:

Papers should be 6000 – 8000 words.
They must be typed in Times New Roman, Font Size 12 on A4 size paper with one inch margin on all sides with 1.5 line spacing using MS word application 2010.
Papers should contain an abstract of 300-350 words.
ILI rule of footnoting to be followed.

DEADLINES:

Abstract along with title of paper must be sent to Convener of Seminar at ppmitra1977@yahoo.com.
Last date for soft copy of the full paper to reach convener – 17th August, 2013.
Notification for Acceptance of Abstract with registration fee – 17th August, 2013
Last date for submission of final paper – 27th August, 2013
Notification of acceptance of final draft – 30th August, 2013
Last date for registration – 7th September, 2013

REGISTRATION FEE:

Registration fee must be sent to the given address latest by 7th August, 2013. The registration fee for students and Professionals is as follows:

Rs 800 for students
Rs 1200 for double authors
Rs 1000 for single authors (Academicians and Professionals)
Rs 1500 for co-authors of Academicians and Professionals (not more than two)

Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Registrar, NUSRL” and full contact details of the author/s should reach to the Convener at

Dr P.P. Mitra

National University of Study & Research in Law, Ranchi
B.I.T. Polytechnic Campus,
B.I.T. More, Mesra,
Ranchi
Jharkhand – 835215

For further details, please contact the undersigned at the following link:

http://nusrlranchi.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/call-for-Papers1.pdf

National Seminar on Insurgencies and Development

ORGANIZER: Centre for Jawaharlal Nehru Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

THEME: Insurgencies and Development

ON: 28th – 29th January, 2014

CALL FOR PAPERS: Researchers, academicians, policy makers, civil society organizations, industry representatives and other scholars are invited to submit both theoretical and empirical research papers on an international forum for the dissemination of original research results, new ideas and practical experiences .

GUIDELINES/LAST DATES FOR SUBMISSION:

Authors are advised to submit their paper electronically in MS Word format to email: cjnsid@gmail.com
Last date for abstract submission – 31st August, 2013
Last date for Paper submission – 30th November, 2013
Notification of Accepted Papers – 31st December, 2013

For further details, please visit the following link:

http://jmi.ac.in/upload/EventDetail/national_seminar_cjns_2013jan28-29.pdf

Second National Conference on Company Law: SLS Noida

ORGANIZER: Symbiosis Law School, Noida

DATE/VENUE: 30th March, 2013 in Auditorium, Symbiosis Law School, Sector-62, Block-A, PLot No-47/48, Noida – 201301

CALL FOR PAPERS: Original papers are invited from Academicians, Business Executive, Advocates, Researchers and students engaged in the field of Law and Management. The participant will be provided unique platform for exchanging ideas and disseminating their take on New Company Law. Following are the themes and sub-themes.

THEMES AND SUB-THEMES:

1. Underlying Philosophy and New Concepts: One Person Company; Small Companies; Associate Companies; Holding–Subsidiary Companies; Dormant Companies; Key Managerial Personnel; Secretarial Audit; National Financial Reporting Authority; Sweat Equity; Class Action Suits

2. Board Management and Administration: General Meetings; Proxy; Annual Return; Secretarial Standards for Board and General Meetings; Board of Directors; Duties of Directors; Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel; Functions of Company Secretary

3. Merger & Acquisition: Streamlined timelines for amalgamation; Merger of listed company with unlisted company; Short form merger; Cross Border merger

4. Auditors and Auditing: Appointment of auditors; Prohibition on providing non-audit services

5. Corporate Governance and CSR: Independent Directors; Related Party Transactions; Audit committee; Nomination and Remuneration Committee; Stakeholders Relations Committee; Prohibition in forward dealings in securities by Directors/ KMPs; Prohibition on insider trading of securities; Use of technology in administration of companies; Corporate Social Responsibility and its reporting

GUIDELINES: The participants will have to submit the soft copy of the final paper followed by at least five keywords to the conference secretary on conference@symlaw.edu.in on or before March 05, 2013 by 11:00pm. It should contain the author’s name(s), affiliations(s), full postal address, email ID, and telephone/fax number along with the title of the paper on the front page.

Papers must be written in English.
The paper must be accompanied with the author’s name(s), affiliation(s), and full postal address, email ID, and telephone number along with the title of the paper on the front page.
Papers should not exceed ten pages (A4 size), with the following layout: top margin 1; bottom margin 1; left margin 1.5; right margin 1.
Papers must be written in MS Word using Times New Roman, font size 12; 1.5 line spacing; left side alignment; paragraph indenting of 1,5; page numbers inserted on the upper right side.
Papers should start with a title page. Title page structure is the following:
- Title at the center, first letter capitalized, size 16, boldface;\
- Insert name of the first author (s) in size 14, at the center.
- Then, the name of the author’s institution and his electronic address, using font size 10.
References must be written at the end of the paper.
Avoid footnotes. In case these cannot be avoided, locate them at the end of the text, right before the references.
Tables or figures must have titles.

PUBLICATION OF PAPERS: Top 10 papers declared by the Panel of Reviewers will be eligible for publication in the Book to be published by Corporate Law Adviser and CLAonline.

BEST PAPER AWARD: The Conference Committee will select two research papers for the Best Paper Award. However, for a paper to gain this award one of the authors must have attended the Conference and presented the paper. The winner of the Best Conference paper will receive a money prize and a certificate during the closing session of the conference.

REGISTRATION: The registration fee (with the name of the participant, the title of the paper, contact number and email address stated in the covering letter) for the participants shall be sent in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favor of ‘Symbiosis Law school, Noida’ payable at Noida. The fee should reach the Conference Secretariat by March 20, 2013 at the following address:

Dr. Pushpa Negi

(Conference Secretary)
Second National Conference
Symbiosis Law School
Sector- 62, Block-A, Plot No-47/48, Noida-201301
U.P.-India

Business Executives/Advocates – Rs 2500
Academician (Faculty) – Rs 1000
Research Scholar/Students – Rs 750

For further details, please visit the following link –

http://www.symlaw.edu.in/company-law-conference

Global Development Awards and Competition 2012

THEME: Inequality, Social Protection and Inclusive Growth

A. Japanese Award for the most Innovative Development Project (MIDP) – MIDP is a competitive grant program that provides development practitioners with the opportunity to compete for grants worth US$ 45,000 to help scale up their innovative project. The grants are awarded to projects and/or non-governmental organizations that are supporting improved service delivery, in particular, innovative approaches and meet certain set criteria. These projects are not theme based. However, the projects need to contribute to sustainable development.

First Prize – US$ 30,000
Second Prize – US$ 10,000
Third Prize – US$ 5,000

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Open to all development projects being implemented in low income countries and low middle income countries in Africa, Asia, Commonwealth of Independent States, Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, Pacific Islands, and the transition economies of Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Project must be managed by a non-governmental organization with its headquarters in a country in one of the above regions.
Project must have started before 1 January, 2012.
Applicants from previous years (except winners) may reapply, but they must update the application to include new aspects of the project.
Past winners are not eligible to apply.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11th March, 2013

B. Japanese Award for Outstanding Research on Develpoment (ORD) – ORD is awarded to an organization/researcher(s) whose proposal to conduct research on any one of the themes holds the greatest promise for improving our understanding of the relevant development issues and puts forth clear, articulate and well researched policy implications to address these development problems.

First Prize – US$ 30,000
Second Prize – US$ 10,000
Third Prize – US$ 5,000

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Citizens and permanent residents of developing and transition countries.
Citizens of developing and transition countries who are temporarily based in a developed country but not for more than five years.
Applicant must be less than 45 years old as on 11 March, 2013.
Winners from previous years are not eligible to apply with the same or similar research proposal.
Winners from previous years cannot submit an application for the subsequent three years.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11th March, 2013

C. Medals for Research on Development (Medals): Medals are given to researchers for their completed research work that demonstrates academic excellence on the given theme.

First Prize – US$ 10,000
Second Prize – US$ 5,000

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Citizens and permanent residents of developing and transition countries.
Citizens of developing and transition countries who are temporarily based in a developed country but not for more than five years.
Applicant must be less than 45 years old as on 11 March, 2013.
Winners from previous years are not eligible to apply with the same or similar research proposal.
Winners from previous years cannot submit an application for the subsequent three years.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11th March, 2013

To apply, click here. –

INDIAFRICA Essay Writing Competition 2013

The Centre for Studies in Science Policy is organizing the INDIAFRICA Essay Writing Competition 2013 on the theme – How can India and Africa collaborate to co-create a brighter future?

Interested participants (under 35 years of age) are invited to participate and win attractive cash prizes in addition to showcasing their talent to a global audience. Eligibility criteria is students from any discipline enrolled in colleges and academic institutions in India and Africa between 18-35 years of age.

Prizes include –

Twenty prizes of INR 25,000 each (Subject to Govt of India Tax Rules which currently stipulate a Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) @30.9% of prize money, disbursal of prize money may take upto 12 weeks after announcement.
Certificates for all winners
INDIAFRICA merchandise for all winners

Deadline – 7th April 2013

For online registration, please click here.

National Seminar on Empowering Tribal Communities of India

ORGANIZERS: Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology Faculty of Social Sciences, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, MP

DATE/VENUE: 14th – 16th March, 2013 at Seminar Hall, IGNTU 2nd Campus, Lalpur

CALL FOR PAPERS: The organizers call for papers from students and research scholars on the given sub-themes.

THEME: Empowerment of Tribal Communities in India

SUB-THEMES:

Content of Education
Medium of Instruction and Pedagogy
Drop out ratio in Education of various levels
Cultural Barriers for formal education
Education of Girl Child among tribes
Adult Education among tribes
Education among PTGs
Role of NGOs in tribal education
Monitoring and evaluation of educational programmes in India
Constraints of the institutional framework in motivating the tribal learner
Globalization, Education and Social Mobility among tribes
Education and Health Awareness
Open Session

IMPORTANT DATES:

Last date for submission of Abstracts – 20th February, 2013
Acceptance of Abstract – 25th February, 2013
Last date for submission of full length paper – 10th March, 2013

REGISTRATION: All participants are requested to register their name by filing the registration form along with the DD drawn in any nationalized bank in favour of Convenor, National Seminar, DSSA, IGNTU, payable at SBI Amarkantak (M.P.) and should reach latest by 10th March, 2013.

Delegates – Rs 250
Research Scholars – Rs 200
Students – Rs 100

To know more about the university and to download the registration form, please visit the following link –

Click to access seminar_anthro_2013n.pdf

Municipalika 2013 Urban Innovation Challenge

ABOUT MUNICIPALIKA: Municipalika 2013 is the 11th international Conference and Exhibition on Good Urban Governance for Safe, Healthy, Green, Inclusive and Smart Cities, with the participation of all stake holders dealing with urban development, management and governance.

THE AGENDA: On this occassion, best of innovative planning, design, technology and policy options, with proven best practises would be showcased and presented. Municipalika provides the platform for sharing knowledge, experiences, solutions, and best practices with the aim of igniting the creative minds of young student achitects, planners and engineers from leading educational institutions and invite their association.

VENUE/DATE: The event is being organized at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, FROM 13th March to 15th March, 2013.

ELIGIBILITY: The Urban Innovation Challenge is open to undergraduate and post-graduate students from different disciplines. The team could comprise of three members. The undergraduates and post-graduates will be judged separately.

THE COMPETITION: This competition challenges student teams to devise solutions for challenges in various areas across Indian cities and towns. Teams of students will be required to develop solutions and present a paper which may include drawings, site plans, tables etc. The top four entries will be included in the Conference Papers volume of Municipalika 2013 and will also win cash prizes. Some selected teams will get a presentation slot of 10 minutes in the Open House Day 2 i.e. 14th March, 2013.

SOLUTION AREAS: Solutions are mainly sought for the following areas –

MACRO (Sustainable Cities and Townships) – This includes urban planning, sustainable inter and intra-city mobility, application of GIS/GPS for effective e-governance, energy efficiency, urban supply chains, pedestrian centric experiences, public accessibility, equitable distribution of resources, slum free and inclusive design, supply-side and demand-side management, energy generation and water supply, sanitation, rainwater harvesting, waste water management including urban waste and e-waste management, and recycling at the urban scale.
MICRO (Green Buildings and Habitats) – Solutions could exemplify excellence, innovation and technological advances in passive and active design, inclusive design, affordable housing, ergonomics and behavioral sciences influencing sustainable practices, energy efficiency, building management systems, energy generation, water efficiency, rainwater harvesting, waste water management, waste segregation and management and recycling at the building level.

Any of the above topics can be chosen and ideas for the same can be elaborated.

FORMAT OF SUBMISSION: Entries should identify specific problem areas from among the given heads and suggest innovative ideas, solutions and strategies. Capture the same in a maximum of 5 graphical scale frames or 6 A4 sheeets or 4 A3 – all formats not containing more than 1000 words. The acceptable format for submission is pdf.

For registration form, contact details, brochure of the event and other related links, please visit the following link –

Click to access UIC-Brochure.pdf

Two-Day Seminar on Climate Change

WHEN: 22nd & 23rd March, 2013

ORGANIZER: Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Andhra University, Vishakhapatnam Sponsored by UGC, New Delhi

THEME: Climate Change – Effects on Sustainable Livelihoods

CALL FOR PAPERS: Papers are invited from students, research scholars on any of the sub-themes. The duration of presentation for the selected papers will be 15 mins.

SUB-THEMES: Papers for presentation in the National Seminar are invited on the following sub-themes –

● Climate change –Human health and Welfare issues
● Climate change and Environment –National and International perspectives
● Climate change and Environment- Sustainable livelihoods and Human Rights
● Climate change modeling/simulation, climate networks and national security
● Ecosystems and Biodiversity, indigenous systems and alternative renewable
energy sources
● Solid Municipal wastes and Waste Management
● Natural calamities and Environmental Implications
● Environmental Education and Awareness
● Development and Displacement- Socio, economic legal and gender issues
● Environment- loss of agricultural production and food security
● Role of Civil society, Media and advocacy groups

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Abstract not exceeding 300 words typed on MS Word format with title, name of author(s) and should reach the Director of the Seminar by an e-mail attachment and the hard copy by 25th February, 2013.
Full papers not exceeding 5000 words, following the APA Style, may be submitted (in MS Word) on CD suitable for Windows and two hard copies of the full paper may be sent latest by 5th March, 2013.
A committee will review the abstracts submitted and acceptance will be communicated to the authors subsequently.
The selected papers will be published in an edited book.

HOW TO SUBMIT: The authors are requested to send their abstracts and full papers to the following e-mail : aucsseip@yahoo.com.

REGISTRATION FEE: The participants have to pay the registration fee during Registration and obtain a receipt.

Participants : Rs.500/-
Research Scholars and Students : Rs.300/-

Travel and accommodation details can be availed through the link provided below.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access Climate-Change-Seminar-Brochure-March-2013.pdf

Global Professional Peace Summit, 2013

WHEN: 24th February 2013

WHERE: IIT, Delhi

ORGANISER(S): Sunnoidea in collaboration with NSS IIT Delhi and Think India

OBJECTIVE OF THE SUMMIT:

The main aim of this conference is to inculcate intellect thinking among professional students. The Summit would headed by topmost thinkers of the country, for example, renowned scientists, judges, lawyers, social workers and doctors. The Summit aims to discuss on vibrant national as well as international issues.

CALL FOR PAPERS:

To present a paper on the Summit, you can send your research papers on the following sub-themes –

International Terrorism and its impact on Global trade
Professional Ethics and its adaptability in modern Society
Whether recent trend of regionalism is a threat to national integrity?
Corruption and its tackling measure

Paper would be selected on the basis of abstract which should not exceed 200 words. Final Paper Should not exceed 4500 words.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Last date for abstract submission – 9th February, 2013 (02:30 pm)
Date of Confirmation – 9th February, 2013 (09:00 pm)
Last date for sending final paper – 17th February, 2013

OTHER EVENTS:

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION:

You can also participate in photography competition which is being organised as part of this mega event. Photos would be reviewed by experts and selected photos would be exhibited in the conference. The themes on which you can send the photographs, are mentioned below-

Slum areas of Delhi
Urban Decay
Emotions
The Edge of Civilization

How to Submit: Participants are requested to send their photographs at sunnoidea@gmail.com

Notes:

Photos must be copyrighted and original.
Participants would be personally liable in case of any law suit related to fraud or misappropriation.

BUSINESS IDEA QUIZ:

This will present an opportunity for the participants to develop social entrepreneurship ideas and learn how to start a business with minimum investment and proper risk management.

Rules:

Participant will be assigned a particular situation and accordingly they will have to promote their social entrepreneurship idea.
The quiz will contain two members in each team. Both members would be assigned a situation to handle it.
Participant must register individually and then send a mail, mentioning initials of team mates.

PARLIAMENTARY DEBATE:

Rules:

Participants need to register first in order to participate in parliamentary debate.
Each team shall consist of three members.
Participating team member would be charged individually.
Parliamentary debates would be carried as per the best practiced debating rules.
Basic propositions of debate would be based on theme of conference.
Participating team must send all the initials of team mates in advance through email at sunnoidea@gmail.com.
Basic information like, name, faculty (stream) and college must be sent in advance.

In case of any further information, participants should feel free to contact sunnoidea team.

REGISTRATION: To register for the Global Peace Summit, please fill the registration form available here.

For further queries, kindly visit the website www.sunnoidea.com

Event Page: http://www.sunnoidea.com/Global%20Summit.aspx

Facebook Page

ORGANISERS:

NSS IIT, Delhi

We proud ourselves for being online Media Partner of the Global Professional Peace Summit being organised at IIT, Delhi on 24th February, 2013.

National Seminar on Woman, Dalit And Human Rights In India

WHEN: 8th-9th March 2013

WHERE: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow

ORGANIZER: AIRO in association with Dept. of Human Rights, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow

THEME: Women, Dalit and Human Rights in India

SUB-THEMES:

1. Human rights of women
2. Constitutional and legal rights of women
3. Dalit women and human Right
4. Nature of human rights violation of women
5. Causes of human rights violation of women
6. Woman, education and human rights
7. Marriage, family and human rights of women
8. Woman and Empowerment
9. Health/Reproductive Health
10. Socio-Cultural Life of Woman and dalit women.
11. Political Participation of women
12. Women and media
13. Dalit Woman and Social System
14. Globalization and Future of Woman
15. Any other related issue

CALL FOR PAPERS: Interested academicians and research scholars are requested to submit their abstract in 200 words in a given format (please visit contact us page and complete all required formalities for abstract submission).

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Abstract should be in English / Hindi with 200 words in Times New Roman / Kruti Dev 010, Font Size 12pt, Line Spacing 1.5.

HOW TO SUBMIT: Send your abstracts in the given format before the last date for submission in the follwing email id – aironationalseminar@gmail.com

IMPORTANT DATES: Last date of abstract submission is 15 February 2013.

REGISTRATION FEE: Registration Fees will be accepted either by Cash or by Cheque / Draft in favour of Naina-Dayal Foundation (A/C no. – 177301000000976, Indian Overseas Bank).

1. Registration fees for Teachers- Rs. 600/-

2. Registration fees for Research Scholars & P.G. Students- Rs. 400/-

3. With late fee Rs. 750/- for Teachers and Rs. 500/- for Research Scholars & P.G.
Students (after 31st January 2013).

4. Registration with abstract- 15 February 2013.

5. Registration without abstract- Up to 8th of March 2013.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.aironationalseminarindia.webs.com

Internship in the Department of Economic Affairs, New Delhi

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP: The objective of the program is to familiarize the eligible students with the overall process of formulation of Economic policies of the Govt. at Macro Level. Department of Economic Affairs would assign selected interns specific areas of work related to procedures and economic laws administered by the Department. The particular fields could be Capital Market, Economic Reforms at macro level, Exchange Management, FII, Inflation Management etc.

WHO CAN APPLY:

Economics/ Finance/Management students possessing first class graduate degree or pursuing post graduation or having high second class post graduation degree and pursuing research
4th and 5th year students pursuing 5 year integrated course in Law with minimum 80% marks in 12th standard

DURATION: Six Months, during the financial year 2013-14 (excluding December to February)

STIPEND: Rs. 10,000 per month and a certificate at the end of the internship

HOW TO APPLY: Refer to the Department of Economic Affairs page for more details.

LAST DATE FOR APPLYING: 8th February, 2013

One day Training Program on Human Rights

ORGANIZERS: School of Law, KIT University, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha and National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi

DATE: 23rd February, 2013

VENUE: Campus 6, Convention Centre, KIIT University

THEMES:

Human Rights of Children – Issues and Challenges
Rights of Women in India

For registration form and other contact details, please visit the following link:

Human Rights Training, KIIT, Odisha

2nd Annual NUJS Environmental Law Workshop [DEADLINE EXTENDED]

Organisers: Nature Committee, NUJS

Date: 23rd – 24th February, 2013.

Venue: West Bengal National University for Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata

Theme:

Nuclear Safety and Liability
Biodiversity Conservation

Student Activities:

Mock Green Tribunal:

Participants will be divided into teams to work as the petitioners, defendants, and judges of the tribunal on a hypothetical dispute based on environmental regulation relating to nuclear safety and liability.
Participants will get 20 minutes preparation time before they are asked to present arguments.

Mock Conference of Parties of Convention on Biodiversity:

Participants will represent different countries and other interest groups in the setting of the Conference, based on allocation done prior to the workshop.
Participants will be required to submit position papers based on the agenda circulated by the organizers. Based on the demands raised during the session, participants will also be asked to work on a draft report to finalize the outcome of the Conference. Based on their performance, one of the participants of the workshop shall be adjudged “The Best Delegate”.

Registration Fee:

Non-NUJS students: Rs. 500/-
NUJS students: Rs. 250/-

Accommodation and food for the duration of the workshop will be covered by the organizers.

Call for Papers:
The Annual NUJS Environmental Law Workshop was envisaged to encourage environmental scholarship among law students and generate interest and involvement in emerging issues in environmental law. In order to achieve this objective, the workshop shall provide a platform for interested students to present papers on either of the following themes-

Nuclear Liability and Safety
Legal Framework for Biodiversity Conservation and Access and Benefit Sharing

Submission Guidelines:

Participants are free to delineate the scope of their paper, but shall be expected to remain within the abovementioned themes
Papers are expected to be 5000-6000 words
All submissions shall be in MS Word format typed in Times New Roman in 12 font size with line spacing of 1.5.
Joint authorship up to a maximum of two is allowed.
All submissions along with the filled application form for participation in the workshop should be sent to natcom.nujs@gmail.com

All submissions shall contain a covering letter including names, contact number, email id and designation of the author(s).

Selection Criteria:

Students will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:-

The write-up (to be attached along with the application form)
Past experience in the field of environmental law

Important Dates:
For participating in the workshop through student activities:

Last date for submission of write-up: 29th January, 2013
Intimation of selection in the workshop: 31th January, 2013

For participating in the paper presentation session:

Last date for submission of full-length papers: 4th February, 2013
Intimation of selection of the paper: 11th February, 2013

For further details, please contact the undersigned:

Email: natcom.nujs@gmail.com
Website: http://natcomnujs.blogspot.com/

Download the application form here – Application Form_National Environmental Law Workshop 2013 (1)

Notification of the call for papers available here – 2nd NUJS Environmental Law Workshop_Notification cum Call for Paper

Seminar on Labour Law Framework

WHEN: January 30-31, 2013
WHERE: XIME Campus, Electronics City, Phase – II, Hosur Road, Bangalore – 560100

ORGANIZER: XIME, Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI), Association of BRICS Business Schools (ABBS), Karnataka Association of Autonomous Business Schools (KAABS) and Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA)

THEME: Labour Law Management – An international Comparison

COUNTRIES PARTICIPATING: Brazil, Malaysia, China, Mexico, Germany, Russia, India, South Africa, Japan and UK.

STRUCTURE OF THE CONFERENCE: The conference will feature a country paper from each of the participating countries.

PROGRAM FEE: Payment can be made by cheque/DD drawn in favour of ‘XIME Bangalore’ payable at Bangalore.

Industry Delegates – Rs 6,000
Academicians – Rs 3,000
Students – Rs 1,000

IMPORTANT DATES: Last date for registration 14th January, 2013

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access Labour_Law_brochure_corrected_version.pdf

National Seminar on Globalisation: Call for papers

ORGANIZED BY: PG Department of Sociology, DAV College, Sector-10, Chandigarh

SPONSORED BY: ICSSR

DATE: February 08-09, 2013

THEME: Globalisation – Socio-cultural & Economic Concerns in North West India

SUB-THEMES: The following sub themes are indicative but not exhaustive; papers can be presented on any other related theme as well.

Globalization and social Justice
Globalization and Inequality and Poverty
Globalization and Social Security
Globalization and Women Empowerment
Globalization, Development and Marginalized
Globalization and Culture, Religion and Spiritualism
Globalization and Social Movements
Globalization and environmental Crisis and Ecological Concerns
Globalization and Local Communities
Globalization and Health
Globalization and Education
Globalization and International Security

CALL FOR PAPERS: Interested participants may send abstracts and full papers relevant to the theme as e-mail attachment in MS Word format to jagdishdavc@yahoo.co.in

LAST DATE OF SUBMISSION: January 23, 2013.

REGISTRATION FEE:

1.Faculty and other Professional: Rs 500

2. Students and Research Scholars: Rs 200

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Times New Roman, Font size 12, single line spacing
Not more than 3 delgates are allowed to submit one paper
Paper should be original and not presented or submitted for publication elsewhere.
End notes should appear at the end of the paper
The paper should have a complete and accurate bibliography, placed at the end of the text.

For further details, please visit the following link –

http://www.davchd.com/downloads/seminar%20detail%20&%20Reg%20form.pdf

Internship at Hariani & Co.

ABOUT HARIANI & CO.

Established in the year 1991, Hariani & Co is a well-known full service Indian law firm with a reputation for excellence in the fields of Real Estate & Infrastructure, Banking & Finance, Dispute Resolution (Litigation and Arbitration), Intellectual Property and Media & Entertainment, Shipping, etc. The Firm also advises clients on foreign trade and investment, and is involved in transactional and advisory practice in corporate and commercial laws. The Hariani Team comprises of Ameet P Hariani, Ajay Vazirani, Aziza Khatri, Heena Chheda, Siddharth Kanakia, Sujai Joshi as partners and four other associate partners.

INTERNSHIP:

Hariani & Co. has had significant practice in providing rich internship experiences and considers the mentoring and education of students as part of its core mission. Interns receive extensive training through substantive legal work, research, opportunities to interact with clients, and also participate in all training initiatives of the firm.

HOW TO APPLY:

To join Hariani & Co, please fill up the online registration form and answer the questions asked here. For any queries please contact: contactus@hariani.co.in

Internship with Vaish Associates

Vaish Associates an organisation dealing primarily with Indirect Tax Laws, Intellectual Property Law and Competition law and Policy has its offices at New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. The firm exposes young trainees and interns to diversified areas of corporate and commercial practices and helps them identify your strengths and weaknesses. To apply, send your resume in soft copy to trainees@vaishlaw.com.

For online registration form for internship, please visit the following link – http://www.vaishlaw.com/interns.php

Internship Opportunity at Legal Aegis

INTERNSHIP:

Legal Aegis has had significant practice in providing rich internship experiences and considers the mentoring and education of students as part of its core mission. Students who have completed at least two years of the 5 year Law programme, students of 2nd and 3rd year of LL.B programme, LL.M students and International students are eligible to be selected as interns at Legal Aegis.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be eligible for Internship Program, interested persons are required to send their resumes and a covering letter to the firm or can send emails at info@legalaegis.com You may apply between 45 to 30 days in advance from the date of commencement of internship.

Internship at Globaljurix

Global Jurix, with main offices in New Delhi has been providing summer and winter internship for aspiring law professionals. Those are pursuing their law degree and in the final year can join as an intern to brush up their skills by working with experts before stepping out for a full time job. Interested full time law graduates can send their resume to career@globaljurix.com.

Internship Opportunity at S.S. Rana & Co.

Young law pursuing students in final year and fresh law graduates can apply for an Internship at S.S. Rana & Co, India’s leading firm of solicitors and advocates. The firm gives an opportunity to the students where they work on real projects and are provided with the best development opportunities that enables the intern to meet his/her goals and needs.

To apply, please visit the following link – http://www.ssrana.in/Intellectual%20Property/Careers/Internship.aspx

Internship Opportunities at Meharia & Co.

Young law pursuing students in final year and fresh law graduates can apply for an Internship at Meharia & Co, India’s leading firm of solicitors and advocates. The firm gives an opportunity to the students to learn about corporate law, where interns work on real projects and are provided with the best development opportunities that enables the intern to meet his/her goals and needs.

To apply, fill in the registration form available at http://www.meharia.in/career_intern.php

Internship opportunities at Maheshwari & Co.

ABOUT MAHESHWARI & CO.

Maheshwari & Co. is a full service law firm committed to provide innovative legal solutions to its domestic as well as international clients. MAHESHWARI & CO. comprises of twenty Lawyers including four partners specializing in different arena of laws located at various offices at Delhi and are vowed to maintain highest levels of quality of services and reliability. Read more

See Areas of Practice here.

INTERNSHIP:

Maheshwari & Co. has had significant practice in providing rich internship experiences and considers the mentoring and education of students as part of its core mission. Maheshwari & Co. has openings for two interns every month, for a period of four(4) weeks at all times. Students who have completed at least two years of the 5 year Law programme, students of 2nd and 3rd year of LL.B programme, LL.M students and International students are eligible to be selected as interns at Maheshwari & Co.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be eligible for Internship Program, interested persons are required to send their resumes and a covering letter to the firm or can send emails at info@maheshwaroiandco.com. Please apply between 45 to 30 days in advance from the date of commencement of internship.

Internship Opportunity at Kachwaha & partners

ABOUT KACHWAHA & PARTNERS

Kachwaha & Partners is a full service law Firm, with associate lawyers in most major cities of India. The Partners and members include Sumeet Kachwaha, Ashok Sagar, Dharmendra Rautray, Vanita Kakar and Mamta Kachwaha each specializing in their own respective practices.

OFFICES: New Delhi, Mumbai.

INTERNSHIP:

Internship Programmes at Kachwaha & partners aims to provide an open platform for showcasing your abilities in an ever challenging, thought-provoking and erudite environment and offers internship opportunities to 3rd year students (in a five year integrated law course) and final year students (in a three year course).

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants may write to Ms. Ankit Khushu (Internship/ Recruitment co-ordinator) at akhushu@kaplegal.com along with detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Internship Opportunity at Chadha & Co.

Young law pursuing students in final year and fresh law graduates can apply for an Internship at Chadha & Co., India’s leading boutique law firm. The firm gives an opportunity to the students to learn about corporate law, where interns work on real projects and are mentored by experienced lawyers. The internship period can range from one to three months.

To apply, send an email at internships@chadha-co.com or send the online registration form available at http://www.chadha-co.com/careers-internships.asp

National Conference on Honour Killing: Call for papers

ORGANIZER: Department of Political Science & Nehru Studies Centre, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur

WHERE: Senate Hall, University of Rajastha, Jaipur

WHEN: 12th – 13th January, 2013

THEME: Honour Killing: The Mind and the Mind Set: Challenges & Remedies

SUB-THEMES:

Honour Killing: The Feminist Discourse
Women’s Human Right to Life, Liberty & Dignity
Patriarchy, Caste Identity and Khap Panchayats
Corrective Measures: Role of State and non-state actors

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Abstracts of approximately 350 words and full length papers with minimum of 3,500 words. Main text to be in Times New Roman 12 font size and heading will be 14 with Harvard style reference pattern [surname, initials (years), title of the book, publisher, place of publication].

IMPORTANT DATES:

Abstract Submission – 25th December, 2012
Submission of Full paper – 5th January, 2013
Last date for registration – 10th January, 2013

REGISTRATION FEE DETAILS: Registration fee is to be sent by way of Demand Draft drawn in favour of Convener, National Conference, UoR, Jaipur payable at Jaipur along with the registration on or before 5th January, 2013.

Academicians/Teachers – Rs 600
Research Scholars/Students – Rs 300
On the spot registration by any of the above categories – Rs 800′

For registration form and further details, kindly visit the following link-

Click to access nhu-31-10-2012.pdf

International Seminar in Andhra University, Vishakhapatnam

WHEN: July 27-30, 2013

ORGANIZER: Andhra University, Visakhapatnam

THEME: Policies, Institutions, Governance and Contemporary Disarray

SUB-THEMES:

Society, Education and Moral imperatives;
Political institutions and need for constitutional reform;
Land and water Policies, problems and prospects
Growth and Development versus Global economic crisis;
Technology and governance;
Ecological and environmental Issues

CALL FOR PAPERS: Scholars are invited to send their abstracts and proposals for presentation
of papers, posters and sessions in this International Seminar.

REGISTRATION FEE:

Indian Scholars – INR 2000
Foreign Scholars – US$ 200

IMPORTANT DATES:

Last date for receiving the abstract of papers: 28th February, 2013
Last date for receiving the full papers: 30th April, 2013
Communication of Acceptance of Papers: 15th April, 2013
Last date for Delegate Registration: 30th April, 2013

For further queries, kindly visit the following link –

Click to access International_Seminar_SDE.pdf

Global Maritime Security and Anti-Piracy Conference 2011

ORGANIZER: Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

THEME: Maritime Security and Anti-Piracy with special focus on Ocean Resources, Maritime Transportation and Insurance

SUB-THEMES:

Exploration of Ocean Resources
Maritime Laws and Maritime Transportation
Shipping Transportation
Shipping Insurance
Maritime Transportation: General Issues

CALL FOR PAPERS: The interested participants are invited to send their abstract and full paper to gnlugmac@gnlu.ac.in, with the subject mentioned as “ Abstract/Paper Submission GMAC 2013 ”.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Last Date for Submission of Abstract: 30 November, 2012
Acceptance of Abstract: 7 December, 2012
Full Paper Submission: 25 December, 2012
Conference Dates: 09 -10 January, 2013

For further queries, kindly visit the following links:

http://www.gnlu.ac.in/CMSContentDetail.aspx?cmsID=728

http://www.legaltrigger.com/eventdetails.aspx?eid=225

Finance Summit on Foreign Exchange: Seminar and Paper presentations

ORGANIZER: Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD)

WHEN: 12th January, 2013

WHERE: Mumbai

THEME: Foreign Exchange

SUB-THEMES:

Risk modelling for Forex market
Hedging strategies in currency
Factors effecting currency market
Currency trading in India
Opportunities & Risks in external fund raising
Foreign Exchange implications in governmental policy making
Artificial currency manipulation
Technology in Forex Markets
Should Europe abolish the Euro?

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF RESEARCH PAPERS:

Papers to be written in English, font size 12 in Times New Roman, double spaced, 1″ margin on all sides
Papers must be accompanied by a statement confirming that the submitted paper represents the author’s original and unpublished work
Length of the manuscript should not exceed 30 pages, inclusive of tables, figures, illustrations and references
Each author’s name, position, affiliation, mailing address, phone/fax numbers and email
address should be supplied on a separate cover page/letter of transmittal. The paper MUST
NOT contain any information on the authors.

HOW TO SUBMIT: There are two categories for the research paper submission –

Student (MBA or pursuing any other equivalent Financial Course)
Research Scholar/PhD, Industry Expert/Subject matter expert/Academia

All papers should be emailed to: summit_finance@scmhrd.edu

IMPORTANT DATES:

Submission of full paper – November 15th, 2012
Intimation of Acceptance of paper – November 30th, 2012

For further details, please visit the following link:

Click to access call_for_reseach_paper_fx_2012.pdf

Workshop at Tata Institute of Social Sciences

ORGANIZER: School of Rural Development, Tuljapur, Osmanabad,
Tata Institute of Social Sciences

THEME: Marginalization and Resistance

PARTICIPATION IN THE WORKSHOP: Current Ph.D/M.Phil. Students whose research topics are related to this theme are encouraged to apply. Send in

an application with CV,
abstract
research proposal/paper/chapter, and
a short note (300 words) on what is expected from the Workshop

WHEN: The first Annual five day workshop for research students will be held from 2nd – 6th February, 2013.

LAST DATES: Abstract, CV, research paper to be submitted before 30th November, 2012. The shortlisted candidates will be indormed by 5th December, 2012.

For more details, please contact Byasa Moharana at tissworkshop2012@gmail.com or on mobile – 086052277. Or visit the following link:

http://www.tiss.edu/events/marginalization-and-resistance-workshop-for-research-students

JNU Call for papers: Gender Studies

ORGANIZER: Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

THEME: Gender Studies and the Expanding Horizons of Inter/Trans-Culturality

CALL FOR PAPERS: Abstracts are invited from all scholars, researchers and students from various disciplines of comparitive literture, tralation studies and cultural studies on the following themes.

WHEN: March 7th- 8th, 2013

SUB-THEMES:

Gendered paradigms of power.
The legend of the ‘bad’ woman: legitimizing violence against women
Orality, folklore and matriarchy
Gendered Epistemologies: Witchcraft, Go-betweens and Nautch girls
Theorizing the gendered body
The Queer as the Other
Ecofeminism and urbanisation
Gender, Immigration and globalization
Gender and the New Media
Women as actors of change

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Abstracts (maximum 300 words) to be submitted by Sunday 2nd December 2012
If accepted, a full draft paper to be submitted by Friday, 8th February, 2013

HOW TO SUBMIT: Abstracts should be submitted simultaneously to all Organising Chairs; abstracts should be in MS Word format with the following information in this order:

a) author(s),

b) affiliation,

c) email address,

d) title of abstract,

e) body of abstract

E-mails should be entitled: JNU Gender 2013 Abstract Submission. MLA format to be followed for citation.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access Gender%20Studies%20and%20the%20Expanding%20Horizons.pdf

GNLU Journal of law, Development and Politics: Call for papers

ORGANIZER: Gujarat National Law University

CALL FOR PAPERS: The GNLU Journal of law, Development and Politics (GJLDP) invites papers for its biannual journal to be published by the Editorial Board of GNLU.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

1. Manuscripts and all editorial correspondence should be addressed to Editorial Board of GNLU Journal of Law, Development and Politics, Gujarat National Law University Attalika Avenue, Knowledge Corridor, Koba, Gandhinagar- 382007

2. Manuscripts should be submitted in hard copies (duplicate), preferably in MS Word. The author(s) shall also necessarily submit the Manuscript as an attachment to an email to be sent to the Editorial Board at gjldp@gnlu.ac.in.

3. Manuscripts should be submitted in Garamond , with font size 12, line spacing 1.5’; justified, with sufficient margins of 1.5” to the left and 1.0” on all sides.

4. The author(s) is/are required to submit a covering letter containing all personal details (Name, Designation, Name of College/University/Institution, Postal Address, Phone Number and E-mail ID) in separate sheet.

5. Each Manuscript should contain:

Title page with full title and subtitle (if any). For the purposes of blind reviewing, full name of each author with current affiliation and full address/phone/ fax/email details plus short biographical note should be supplied on a separate document/sheet. The Manuscript should not contain any identification of the author/s, which shall be ground for rejection of the submission.
Research Area: (e.g., International Relations, Law, Socio-Legal, Public Policy etc)
Suggested Keywords up to 10 words
Abstract of 100-150 words
Citation: End notes, but not footnotes, may be used if necessary and should be signaled by superscript numbers in the main text and listed at the end of the text before the references. The citation format to be used is Chicago Manual, 15^th Edition, while for legal citation the Harvard Bluebook style of Citation, 19^th Edition.
Tables: tables should be supplied separately from the text in Microsoft Word and their position indicated in the text. All tables should have short descriptive captions with footnotes and their source(s) typed below the tables.
Illustrations: all line diagrams and photographs are termed ‘Figures’ and should be referred to as such in the Manuscript. They should be numbered consecutively. Line diagrams should be presented in a form suitable for immediate reproduction (i.e. not requiring redrawing), each on a separate A4 sheet or separate file. They should be reproducible.
Authors are responsible for obtaining permissions from copyright holders for reproducing any illustrations, tables, figures or lengthy quotations previously published elsewhere. Permission letters must be supplied to Editorial Board.

IMPORTANT DATES: The GJLDP accepts Manuscript for publication on a rolling base. Manuscript accepted can take up to six months or even more to be published in the Journal. Papers with immediate relevance would be considered for early publication. This is matter of editorial judgement.

October shall be the deadline for January issue, and April for July issue.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.legaltrigger.com/eventdetails.aspx?eid=221

International Conference by National Institute of Advanced Studies

WHEN: 8th & 9th January, 2013
WHERE: JRD Tata Auditorium, National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore, India
ORGANIZER: The National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) in collaboration with M.S.
Swaminathan Foundation, Chennai (MSSRF)
THEME: Increasing Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability in India: The Future We Want
SUB-THEMES:

Issues and Challenges facing Indian Agriculture
Enhancing Agriculture productivity of Major Crops (Rice, Wheat, Maize,Pulses, Oilseeds)
Fisheries, Livestock and Agroforestry
Improving Small Farm Productivity
Investments, Institutions and Policies for supporting agriculture
New agricultural technology/ innovations/ practices
50 years after Silent Spring: Looking back & looking forward

CALL FOR PAPERS: Participants are required to send full paper of their talks (10-12 pages on specific conference theme) before 15th November 2012, to enable screening and selection.

REGISTRATION FEE: The registration fee for students is Rs.750/- (from India) and $65 (from outside India). The Registration Fee includes meals, refreshments, conference materials and invite to all sessions of the programme. The last date for registration will be 15th November 2012.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: All papers to be submitted to agri.nias@gmail.com by 15th November, 2012.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access 8&9Jan13-Brochure-International-Conference.pdf

Melbourne Jounal of International Law: Call for papers

ORGANIZER: Melbourne Journal of International Law

CALL FOR PAPERS: MJIL invites submissions on areas of interest in International Law for the first issue of their 14th Volume to be published in June 2013.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Articles can be within 10,000 – 20,000 words in length and be an original and detailed contribution to international law scholarship.
Commentaries, exploring the recent developments in recent field of international law, should be between 5000 – 8000 words in length.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: January 31, 2013

SUBMISSION RULES: All submissions should be sent via email to law-mjil@unimelb.edu.au in Microsoft Word format, together with a signed publication policy.

All articles, commentaries and case notes must conform to the Australian Guide to Legal Citation.

For downloading publication policy and for further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://mjil.law.unimelb.edu.au/

International Conference by National Institute of Advanced Studies

Issues and Challenges facing Indian Agriculture
Enhancing Agriculture productivity of Major Crops (Rice, Wheat, Maize,Pulses, Oilseeds)
Fisheries, Livestock and Agroforestry
Improving Small Farm Productivity
Investments, Institutions and Policies for supporting agriculture
New agricultural technology/ innovations/ practices
50 years after Silent Spring: Looking back & looking forward

CALL FOR PAPERS: Participants are required to send full paper of their talks (10-12 pages on specific conference theme) before 15th November 2012, to enable screening and selection.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: All papers to be submitted to agri.nias@gmail.com by 15th November, 2012.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access 8&9Jan13-Brochure-International-Conference.pdf

ESCRITO 2012: 1st SRS Bedi Memorial Essay Writing Competition [DEADLINE EXTENDED]

ORGANIZER: Human Dignity International with KIIT School of Law, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha as the Knowledge Partner

THEME: Element of Human Dignity in International Law: Issue and Challenges

IMPORTANT DATES:

Registration Deadline – December 22, 2012 (extended)
Submission Deadline – 23: 59 hrs., December 22, 2012 (extended)

REGISTRATION FEE: Rs. 200

PRIZES: Five best entries will be published on the website of HDI (www.humandignityinternational.co.in). Ten Best entries will be awarded Certificate of Merit. All participants will be awarded Certificate of Participation.

1st Prize – Rs. 15,000
2nd Prize – Rs. 10,000
3rd Prize – Rs. 5,000

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.humandignityinternational.co.in/escrito-12.html

UGC sponsored National Seminar on Slowing Indian Economy

WHEN: 14-15 January 2013
WHERE: University of Delhi, South Campus
ORGANIZER: Department of Economics, Delhi College of Arts & Commerce, University of Delhi, South Campus, New Delhi 110023
THEME: Shifting Gears: Jump-starting a Slowing Indian Economy

CALL FOR PAPERS: Research Papers are invited on the following sub topics (and other related topics) to be covered in the different Technical Sessions during the seminar.

Role of Effective Governance in Fueling the Indian Economy
a) Coalition Politics and Policy Paralysis
b) Role of an engaged citizenry in effective governance
Role of Infrastructure in Sustainable Development of the Indian Economy
a) Physical Infrastructure (Transportation, Communication, Agriculture etc.)
b) Human Resource Infrastructure (Education, Health care, Social Safety nets etc.)
Fiscal Instruments for Sustainable Development of the Indian Economy
a) Banking
b) Financial services
c) Insurance
d) Taxation
Safeguards for Ensuring Sustainable Growth of the Indian Economy
a) Food Security
b) Energy Security
c) Environmental Safeguards and Health hazards
d) Natural Resource Accounting & Security

HOW TO SUBMIT: Communications in this regard shall be sent to

Convener, UGC Sponsored National Seminar, Department of Economics, Delhi College of Arts & Commerce, University of Delhi, Netaji Nagar, New Delhi 110023; or

e-mail: ecosem2013.dcac@gmail.com

IMPORTANT DATES:

Abstract submission (not more than 300 words) – 10th December, 2012
Confirmation of acceptance of paper for presentation – 20th December, 2012
Submission of full paper – 10th January, 2013

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

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Faculty Competition: University of Malaya, Malaysia

ORGANIZER: Anuragam and Department of Indian Studies, University of Malaya, Malaysia

THEME: Current Trends in Education

SUB-THEMES:

Arts
Science
Linguistics
Literature
Technology
Engineering
Management

PRIZES: Winners will be participating in International Conference and Faculty Development programme in University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This includes Food, Accommodation, Faculty Development Programme, Conference, Tour, Local Transport and Certificate, but excludes Airfare and Visa.

1st Prize: 5 Faculty; Amount Payable by faculty – Nil
2nd Prize: 25 Faculty; Amount Payable by faculty – Rs 8,000
3rd Prize: 50 Faculty; Amount Payable by faculty – Rs 10,000

GUIDELINES:

All the Faculty can participate.
The article should be in English not more than 6 pages and must be original.
Entry fee of Rs 50 should be sent by DD drawn in favour of ANURAGAM CONFERENCE payable at Chennai.
Article should reach on or before 15th December 2012.
Results will be announced on 31st January 2013 through the respective colleges.
The decision of the Judges is final.

For further queries, kindly contact the following:

19, Kannandhasan Salai, T.Nagar, Chennai – 600017

Phone : 044-24345641/ 24313221 Mobile : +91 96000 07819

Email : http://www.anuragam.in or anuragam78@gmail.com

University of Malaya, Malaysia, Essay Competition

ORGANIZER: Anuragam and Department of Indian Studies, University of Malaya, Malaysia

THEME: What does India need to achieve vision 2020?

PRIZES: Winners will be given Training in University of Malaya & Industrial Visit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This includes Food, Accommodation, Training, Industrial Visit, Tour, Local Transport and Certificate. Excludes Airfare and Visa.

1st Prize: 10 Students; Amount Payable by students – Nil
2nd Prize: 25 Students; Amount Payable by students – Rs 7,000
3rd Prize: 50 Students; Amount Payable by students – Rs 9,000

GUIDELINES:

All the Diploma, UG, PG Students can participate.
The article should be in English not more than 4 pages and must be original.
Entry fee of Rs 20 should be sent by DD drawn in favour of ANURAGAM CONFERENCE payable at Chennai.
Article should reach on or before 15th December 2012.
Results will be announced on 31st January 2013 through the respective colleges.
The decision of the Judges is final.

For further queries, kindly contact the following:

19, Kannandhasan Salai, T.Nagar, Chennai – 600017

Phone : 044-24345641/ 24313221 Mobile : +91 96000 07819

Email : http://www.anuragam.in or anuragam78@gmail.com

Workshop on Land and Property Rights for Rural Transformation

WHEN: 4th – 6th December, 2012
WHERE: Institute of Rural Management, Anand (Gujarat)
ORGANIZER: Jointly organized by IRMA-ARCH-Liberty Institute in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation
THEME: Land and Property Rights for Rural Transformation: Understanding the Implications of the Forest Rights Act
OBJECTIVES: The workshop aims to

deliberate on the significance of property rights as a pro-poor instrument
create a network of scholars and practitioners around the property and land rights
gain ground level understanding of the progress in forest rights implementation

FIELD VISIT: The Workshop includes one-day field trip to Narmada district to learn how property rights are being translated in the context of tribal villages

FEE: Rs. 4000/- including food, accommodation, fieldwork and course materials. Limited seats available on first-come-fist-serve basis.

SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarship is available to few candidates. Send in a 250 word write-up explaining how this workshop will be useful for your work or study to sony.pellissery@gmail.com before November 5, 2012.

ACCOMMODATION: Modest accommodation to be provided at student hostel in IRMA. Those wishing to avail single rooms, with attached bath, may pay an additional fee of Rs. 1,200 per night.

TO PARTICIPATE: Write to mdp@irma.ac.in from where you can receive the nomination form.

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

https://www.irma.ac.in/newsroom/announcement_detail.php?director_id=9

Certificate Course in Securities Law

FOR WHOM: Legal practitioners and students of post-graduate level programmes such as M.Com, MBA, CA, Cost Accountancy, CS, LLB etc
ORGANIZER: National Institute of Securities Markets
COURSE OUTLINE: The programme will cover the following areas:

Securities Market Regulations
Securities Market Laws
Corporate Laws
Taxation of Securities Transactions
Contemporary and emerging aspects in Securities Market

The faculty team shall consist of officers from SEBI, experts from the industry, legal practitioners and academicians from NISM and other institutions.

COURSE DURATION: CSL is a classroom based executive programme of six months duration.

ADMISSION PROCESS: Graduates from any recognized Indian University can apply. The selection process consists of an interview and an essay competition on Saturday, November 24, 2012.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Last date for submission of application – November 12, 2012
Essay Competition – November 24, 2012
Commencement of classes – December 8, 2012

CONTACT DETAILS: Enquiries may be directed to Mr Rajshekhar Torgal, Dy Manager-Programme Office on

Phone Number 022-66735125) or
email: csl@nism.ac.in

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.nism.ac.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=383%3Acertificate-in-securities-law-csl-and-morningstar-conference-2012&catid=31%3Anews-flash

ISIL Certificate Course on Private International Law

WHEN: 17 December 2012 to 21 December 2012
WHERE: Indian Society of International Law, V.K. Krishna Menon Bhawan, 9, Bhagwan Dass Road, New Delhi – 110001
ORGANIZER: Indian Society of International Law
TOPICS FOR THE COURSE:

I. General

Private International Law in general
Jurisdiction- Bases and Limitations
Domicile
Procedure
Foreign Judgment

II. Law of Obligations

International Commercial Contracts
International Commercial Arbitration
Private International Law and IPR
Foreign Torts

III. Family Laws

Marriage, Matrimonial Cause
Custody and Inter-country Adoption

REGISTRATION DETAILS: Demand Draft for the following amounts to be drawn in favour of the Indian Society of International Law payable in New Delhi.

Rs. 2,000/- for students
Rs. 2,500/- for teachers and lawyers

COURSE TIMINGS: The course will comprise classroom lectures, discussions, counseling and library consultation from 11 am to 4 pm on weekdays.

CERTIFICATE: At the end of the course, a certificate of attendance will be given to all participants of the ISIL Third Winter Course on Private International Law.

For registration form and further details, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access invitation_registration_form-17-21-12-12.pdf

Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights by ISIL, JIII and APIC

WHEN: 22nd December, 2012
WHERE: The Indian Society of International Law, V.K. Krishna Menon Bhawan, 9, Bhagwan Dass Road, New Delhi – 110001
ORGANIZER: Jointly organised by Indian Society of International Law, Japanese Institute of Invention and Innovation and Asia Pacific Industrial Property Centre
THEME: Intellectual Property Rights with special emphasis on Patents
REGISTRATION FEE: Rs 500/- is the registration fee for this Seminar. Payment to be made by a Demand dDaft in favour of Indian Society of International Law, payable at New Delhi.

For registration form and contact details, kindly visit the following link:

Click to access invitation_letter_registration_form-22-12-12.pdf

Magna Carta Legal Essay Writing Competition and National Seminar, 2012

ORGANIZER: Magna Carta, MS Ramaiah College of Law, Bangalore

TOPICS FOR ESSAY:

Reservation in Promotion of SCs/STs in Administrative Services
Extent of Judiciary’s intervention in Government Policies
Limitation on Publication of Judicial Proceedings and its effect on the freedom of the Press

PRIZE MONEY:

First Prize – Rs 8,000
Second Prize – Rs 6,000
Third Prize – Rs 4,000

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Any undergraduate student of law from any recognized university in India can participate in the essay competition (both 3yr and 5yr LLB course). The top three entries will be invited to present their papers in the National Legal Seminar. For rules of the Competition, please visit msrcl.magnacarta@gmail.com

IMPORTANT DATES: Last date for submission is 24th October, 2012

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.lawetalnews.com/Browse/Add/posterRepaired.pdf

Revolutions: Call for Articles and Open Space pieces for this Feminist Review

UPCOMING ISSUE: Feminist Review Special Issue, No. 106, February 2014

THEMES: Themes under this framework may include but are not limited to the following:

Interrogations of the concepts of ‘revolution’ and ‘feminist revolution’
Case studies theorizing gender and revolution in original ways
Innovative theoretical and historical approaches to gender and revolution
Inter-sectional, transnational and/or comparative approaches to (en)gendering revolution
Engagement with gendered symbolization within revolutions, including masculinity and femininity, motherhood, fatherhood and nation
The impact and affects of revolution, including feelings of rage, disillusionment, joy, and forms of attachment
Inclusion and exclusion of particular bodies (e.g. racialised and queer) in revolutionary movements/moments
Counter-revolution and post-revolution, their impact on e.g. women’s participation and gender relations
Revolutionary icons, their roles and relations to e.g. race, gender and class
Interrogation of the subject and object of revolution

CALL FOR PAPERS:

You can send your articles on the above mentioned themes for the upcoming issue of the journal.

HOW TO SUBMIT:

First drafts of papers marked clearly ‘REVOLUTIONS’ should be sent by 14th December, 2012. Papers have to follow the Feminist Review Guideline and are to be submitted online to one of following email ids.

c.hamilton@roehampton.ac.uk
c.hemmings@lse.ac.uk
r.andrijasevic@le.ac.uk

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.historicalmaterialism.org/news/distributed/revolutions-call-for-articles-and-open-space-pieces-for-this-feminist-review

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National Seminar on Environmental Issues: Call for Papers

WHEN: 22nd October – 23rd October 2012
ORGANIZER: Department of Law, Punjabi university Regional Centre, Bathinda
THEME: Emerging Environmental Issues: Legislative and Judicial Approach
SUB-THEMES: The Seminar will address the following Issues:

Environmental Protection, Law and policy in India
Environment Protection : Judicial Approach
International Environmental Legal Regime
Natural Resource Management: Law and policy in India
Environment Challenges of the 21″t Century
Biodiversity and Environment
Ecology & Religion
Environmental Education

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Confirm your participation by sending your abstract (approximately 300 words) by 12th October, 2012 & full paper on any of the above themes by 19th October 2012, at markpolo825@vahoo. co. in

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://punjabiuniversity.ac.in/pbiuniweb/pages/27912/IMG.pdf

One day State Level Seminar on Assessment of Impact of FDI

WHEN: 17th October 2012

ORGANIZER: Garden City College of Science and Management Studies, Bangalore

THEME: An assessment of impact of FDI in India

SUB-THEMES:

• FDI in Retail
• FDI in Aviation
• FDI in Banking & Insurance
• FDI in Media
• FDI in Health-care
• FDI in Pharma
• FDI in Education
• FDI in Banking and Finance
• FDI in Asian Nations
• Sectoral Analysis of FDI

CALL FOR PAPERS: Research Scholars/PG Students/Faculty Members/Industry Representatives are invited to participate and present papers on topics related to main theme/sub themes.

REGISTRATION FEE:

• Research Scholars & PG Students – Rs. 100
• Faculty Members/Industry Representatives- Rs. 200

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Entire paper must be in MS Word Document Format using Times New Roman Font with Font size 12, 1.5 inch line spacing and 1 inch margin all around the page.
Length of the paper should not exceed 10 pages.
Only soft copy should be submitted to the Seminar Coordinator at mgtseminar2012@gmail.com or seminar2012@gardencitycollege.edu

PUBLICATION: Selected papers will be published in our management department journal ‘The Paradigm’ (ISSN: 2249-2534)

DEADLINES: Abstract (about 250 words) and full paper submission – 14th October 2012

For registration form and contact details of organizing committee, kindly visit the following link:

http://www.gardencitycollege.edu/in/images/FDI_Seminar.pdf

National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi: Call for Papers

ORGANIZER: NUSRL, Ranchi with ISBN

THEME: Muslim Laws in Contemeporary Indian Society

SUB-THEMES:

Muslim Customs and Indian Constitution
Shariaat and Firq
Marital Obligation under Muslim Personal Laws
Talaq in Present era and its consequences
Right to get maintenance of Muslim wife
Economic policies under Wakf
Succession law of Muslims and Position of Women
Disposition of Property in Muslim Personal Laws (Hiba, Mehar, Wasiyat, Zakat, Sadaqa)
Conflict of laws in Muslim Personal Issues

Fatwa
Blasphemy
Family Planning
Uniform Civil Code
Banning of Veil
Cow Slaughtering
Government subsidy on Haj Pilgrimage

CALL FOR PAPERS: Eminent Law Scholars, Faculties and Dignitaries are invited to contribute their experience on the said theme by sending their research paper for publication.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: The paper should be neatly typed on one side in double space, font- 12, Times New Roman, footnote font- 10.

HOW TO SUBMIT: The paper should be sent on following e-mail ids: akgalok@gmail.com and ppmitra1977@yahoo.com

LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 25th November 2012

For further queries, kindly visit the following link:

http://nusrlranchi.com/call-for-papers

State Level Seminar on Cyber Law and Information Technology: Call for Papers

WHEN: Saturday, 20th October 2012

WHERE: Yeshwant Mahavidyalaya, Sewagram Road, Wardha

ORGANIZER: Department of Law, Yeshwant Mahavidyalaya, Wardha

CALL FOR PAPERS: Selected well researched and documented papers will be permitted for presentation at the state level seminar. Abstract of the paper (not exceeding 300 words) to sent along with registration fee by way of DD or bank transfer.

White full paper (7-10 pages in MS Word, text type: Times New Roman, Font Size: 12, typed in single space A4 size) to be submitted in soft copy via e-mail and in hard copy at time of registration on 20th October, 2012 at the venue.

PUBLICATION: Selected papers are likely to be published in a book with ISBN no to be published following the seminar.

REGISTRATION FEE:

For Faculty/teachers/Professors – Rs 500

For Students: Rs 400

LAST DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 10th October 2012

For Payment Details and Information on Sub-themes, see the following link –

http://www.ymw.edu.in/images/Information-Brochure-I.jpg