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3rd International Conference on Modern Warfare, Human Rights, and International Law: Challenges and Responses

The School of Law at IMS Unison University hosted the 3rd International Conference on Modern Warfare, Human Rights, and International Law: Challenges and Responses on 23rd and 24th May 2025. Bringing together over 40 scholars and legal experts from institutions across India, the conference served as a dynamic forum to examine the shifting landscape of warfare and its implications on global human rights and legal frameworks.

Key discussions focused on drone warfare, cyber operations, autonomous weapons, and international humanitarian law. Eminent keynote speakers shared critical insights on the changing nature of conflict and the need for legal reform to keep pace with emerging technologies.

The event encouraged interdisciplinary dialogue and offered early-career researchers the opportunity to present papers and engage in academic networking. Policy-level recommendations and collaborative insights from the conference are expected to contribute meaningfully to ongoing discourse in international law and human rights.

National Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Mass Media

The School of Mass Communication also hosted a National Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Mass Media, focusing on the evolving role of AI in communication.

Renowned AI expert Dr. Ritwik Ghosh, Professor at KR Mangalam University, led the workshop as keynote speaker and resource person. His sessions offered deep insights into how AI is transforming journalism, digital storytelling, media ethics, and audience engagement.

Participants actively engaged in hands-on sessions exploring AI’s real-world applications in newsrooms, advertising, content personalization, and combating misinformation. Dr. Ghosh also addressed ethical challenges such as deepfakes and algorithmic bias. The workshop concluded with a dynamic Q&A session, fostering critical dialogue and exploration of AI’s future in media.

International Conference on Law & Technology

The School of Law at IMS Unison University successfully hosted the International Conference on Law & Technology on March 1–2, 2024. The two-day event provided an engaging platform for academicians, legal practitioners, and technology experts to explore the complex intersections of legal frameworks and technological advancements in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Distinguished speakers included Dr. Usha Tondon, Vice Chancellor of Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University; Ms. Abigail Bright, a barrister from London; and Dr. Aman Rab, Partner at Rab & Rab. Each shared insights on topics ranging from digital law to international regulatory landscapes. A highlight of the conference was a compelling session by Ms. Shrawani Shagun, an expert in Air & Space Law from Luxembourg, who offered a global outlook on legal issues in emerging technological frontiers.

Over 50 papers were presented across diverse themes, chaired by esteemed faculty members such as Prof. G.N. Sinha, Prof. Parul Dixit, and others, contributing to a rich academic exchange. Sessions spurred critical dialogue on key issues like media law, AI in legal systems, and space technology regulation.

The event was chaired by Prof. (Dr.) Ashish Verma and convened by Dr. Shoaib Mohammad, with support from Dr. Arti Sharma and Mr. Rajiv. The conference concluded on a high note, emphasizing the importance of collaborative research and legal innovation in addressing 21st-century challenges.