TWO-DAY GLOBAL CONFERENCE ON EMERGING TRENDS IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: COMPARATIVE APPROACHES OF LEGAL GOVERNANCE

Aligned With UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 4, 9, 16, 17
Venue: Campus - Kalinga University
Mode: Hybrid
20th & 21st November 2026

ABOUT KALINGA UNIVERSITY
Kalinga University, established in 2013, stands out as one of the leading private universities strategically located in the Smart City of New Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The University has consistently ranked among the top 101–150 universities in India under the NIRF Rankings 2025 for the fourth consecutive year and has also received a NAAC B+ accreditation, continuously shining on the horizons of high-quality education.

ABOUT THE FACULTY OF LAW
The Faculty of Law at Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, stands as a beacon of legal education, fostering academic excellence and professional development. With a commitment to nurturing future legal luminaries, the faculty comprises distinguished scholars and experienced faculty who bring a wealth of expertise to the learning environment. Emphasising a holistic approach to legal studies, the faculty members are dedicated to imparting both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for success in the dynamic field of law. At Kalinga University, Faculty of Law, students embark on a transformative educational journey characterised by innovative pedagogy, interactive sessions, and experiential learning opportunities. The curriculum is designed to align with contemporary legal challenges, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the legal landscape. With state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, a well-stocked library, and a moot courtroom, students are engaged in a stimulating academic environment that encourages critical thinking, research, and the development of ethical legal practice. The faculty's commitment to fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and professional integrity distinguishes the legal education imparted at Kalinga University, making it a premier destination for those aspiring to excel in the legal profession.

ABOUT THE TWO-DAY GLOBAL CONFERENCE
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative forces reshaping legal systems across the globe. From automated decision-making in commercial transactions to predictive policing in criminal justice, from AI-generated intellectual property to algorithmic tools in judicial processes, the integration of AI into governance structures has created unprecedented legal and ethical challenges. While AI promises efficiency, innovation, and access to justice, it simultaneously raises concerns regarding accountability, transparency, bias, privacy, liability, and human rights protection.

As AI technologies continue to advance, legal systems worldwide are adopting diverse regulatory approaches. Questions surrounding authorship of AI-generated works, criminal liability for autonomous systems, algorithmic discrimination in courts, data protection in healthcare technologies, cross-border cyber risks, and the development of international norms for autonomous weapons systems have intensified the need for a comparative legal dialogue. The absence of uniform global standards further complicates enforcement, jurisdictional accountability, and regulatory harmonisation.

Understanding these multidimensional challenges is essential for developing coherent and forward-looking legal frameworks. Comparative analysis enables policymakers and scholars to identify best practices, bridge regulatory gaps, and craft adaptive legal responses. It is imperative that commercial laws, criminal justice systems, intellectual property regimes, judicial institutions, healthcare regulations, cyber law frameworks, and international legal mechanisms evolve in a balanced manner that promotes innovation while safeguarding constitutional values and human dignity.

This Global Conference on "Emerging Trends in Artificial Intelligence: Comparative Approaches of Legal Governance” aims to provide a global platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among academicians, judges, legal practitioners, policymakers, industry leaders, technologists, and civil society representatives. The conference will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, research paper presentations, and case study analyses focusing on comparative AI governance models across jurisdictions.

The two-day conference aspires to foster interdisciplinary engagement and generate meaningful policy recommendations that contribute to the responsible regulation of AI. By examining AI through commercial, criminal, intellectual property, judicial, healthcare, cyber, and international law perspectives, the conference promises to be a transformative academic experience, equipping participants with a comprehensive understanding of emerging AI-driven legal challenges and inspiring actionable strategies for building ethical, accountable and globally harmonised AI governance frameworks.

CALL FOR PAPERS
This Global Conference on "Emerging Trends in Artificial Intelligence: Comparative Approaches of Legal Governance”, organised by the Faculty of Law, Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, will be held on 20th & 21st November 2026. The Conference invites contributions in the form of full-length scholarly papers documenting original and substantial research work.

THEME AND SUB-THEMES
THEME – Emerging Trends in Artificial Intelligence Comparative Approaches of Legal Governance
SUB THEMES
1. AI in Commercial Law and Financial Regulation
• AI-driven contracts and smart contracts
• Algorithmic decision-making in Banking, Fintech and Digital Transactions
• Consumer protection in AI-powered marketplaces
• Corporate Social Responsibility in the Tech Industry
• Antitrust implications of AI in markets
• Data Privacy Regulations and Competition Law
• Taxation Challenges in the era of AI
• Public-Private partnerships in AI oversight
• Comparative regulatory approaches in global trade

2. AI in Criminal Law
• Criminal liability for AI-assisted offences
• Autonomous systems and Mens Rea
• AI in predictive policing
• Criminal Liability for Deep Fake Offences
• Sentencing algorithms: fairness and bias
• Digital Forensics and Authenticity Verification

3. Intellectual Property Law and Innovation in AI
• Copyright ownership of AI-generated works
• Patentability of AI inventions
• AI and traditional knowledge protection
• Intellectual Property Rights and AI Innovation
• Trade Secrets and AI Technology
• Trade Law and the Global AI Market
• Comparative IP reforms in the US, EU, India and Japan

4. Access to Justice Through AI
• Online Dispute Resolution and AI
• AI-Powered Legal Aid Services
• Chatbots and Virtual Assistants in Legal Aid
• AI in Pro Bono Legal Services
• Justice Tech for Vulnerable Communities
• AI tools in Indian courts (case management, translation, research)
• AI and judicial decision-making ethics
• Digital courts and e-governance
• Comparative judicial technology models (UK, Estonia, Singapore)

5. AI, Healthcare, and Legal Governance
• Regulation of AI in Healthcare: Challenges and Opportunities
• Data Protection and Privacy in AI-driven Health Systems
• Liability and Accountability in AI-based Medical Decisions
• Ethical and Legal Issues in AI-assisted Diagnosis and Treatment
• Intellectual Property Rights in AI-generated Medical Innovations
• AI and the Right to Health
• Informed Consent in AI-based Healthcare Systems
• Digital Health Policies and AI Integration in India
• AI in Rural and Remote Healthcare Delivery
• Global Regulatory Approaches to AI in Healthcare

6. Data Protection, Privacy, and Cybersecurity
• Data protection and AI systems
• Personal data protection in AI-driven systems
• Privacy challenges in big data and machine learning
• Consent and data ownership in digital ecosystems
• Role of encryption and cryptography in data protection
• Cybersecurity risks in AI-enabled technologies
• Data breaches and liability in AI systems
• International Collaboration and Standardisation
• Ethical Considerations in AI Governance
• Regulatory Challenges in Emerging Technologies
• Transparency and Explainability in AI Decision-making

7. Legal Policies and Deep Fakes
• Legislative Responses to Deep Fakes
• Intellectual Property Rights in the Era of Deep Fakes
• Privacy Concerns and Deep Fake Regulations
• Criminal Liability for Deep Fake Offences
• Digital Forensics and Authenticity Verification
• Impact on Political Discourse and Election Integrity
• Media and Journalism Ethics in the Deep Fake Era
• Cross-Border Challenges in Deep Fake Regulation
• Technology-Assisted Dispute Resolution for Deep Fakes

8. AI in Legal Practice and Education
• Education and Awareness in Digital Literacy
• Innovative Tools for Legal Research and Analysis
• AI-Enhanced Legal Writing and Document Generation
• Virtual Legal Assistants and AI in Law Firms
• Simulation and Training in Legal Education
• Ethical Considerations in AI-Driven Legal Practice
• AI in Predictive Legal Analytics
• AI and the Future of Legal Practice
• Adapting Legal Curricula to AI Advancements
• AI and Diversity in the Legal Profession

9. Digital Sovereignty and Ethical Challenges
• AI and Human Rights Law
• Autonomous Weapons and International Humanitarian Law
• Data Governance and Digital Sovereignty: Issues and Challenges
• Digital Citizenship and Rights in the Digital Age
• Digital Imperialism and Global Technology Influence
• Cybersecurity and International Security Implications
• Cross-border AI governance
• Global AI treaties and regulatory harmonisation
• Role of WTO, WIPO and UN bodies in AI regulation

[Note: The above themes are illustrative; researchers can submit their papers relevant to the above themes and other relevant themes.]

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Abstract Submission:
1. The abstract must be in an A4 sheet in Word Document Format, typed in Times New Roman in 12 font size with 1.5-line spacing in not more than 300 words. It should not contain more than eight keywords.
2. The abstract should contain personal details of the author(s) in the order: Title of the Paper, Name, Designation, Institute/University/College/Organisation, Contact Number, E-mail, and Address of Correspondence of the Author(s).
3. Kindly indicate the name of the main author for correspondence in case of more than one author.
4. Acceptance of the Abstract will be communicated via e-mail lawconference@kalingauniversity.ac.in

FULL PAPER SUBMISSION
The following guidelines should be followed:
1. The word limit of the paper shall be 5000-6000 words (exclusive of footnotes).
2. The main text of the full paper should be in Times New Roman with a font size of 12 and a line spacing of 1.5.
3. The footnotes should be in Times New Roman, font size 10, with spacing of 1.0 (Endnotes are not permitted).
4. One-inch margins should be maintained on all four sides of the pages.
5. Citation Style: Bluebook, 20th edition.
6. Full papers have to be submitted in (Word) .docx format.
7. The submission of the full paper shall be carried out through the form link provided by us after the acceptance of the abstract.
8. The participants are also required to submit their full paper in the registration form.
9. Registration is mandatory upon acceptance of the abstract. The link to the registration form will be shared via e-mail with the selected participants.
10. No abstract or full paper shall be accepted after the last date of submission.
11. Only the selected abstracts will be permitted for presentation.
12. Co-authorship is permitted to a maximum of two authors, and at least one author must attend the Conference to present the paper.
13. All submissions must be the author's original and unpublished work.
14. More than 10% similarity will attract immediate disqualification.

IMPORTANT DATES
SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT: 15th August 2026
CONFIRMATION OF ABSTRACT: 31st August 2026
LAST DATE FOR REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT: 30th September 2026
SUBMISSION OF FULL PAPER: 15th October 2026
GLOBAL CONFERENCE: 20th & 21st November 2026
MODE OF THE CONFERENCE
Hybrid Mode (Online & Offline)

FEE PAYMENT
Step 1: Participants will have to make a payment on the given bank details:
Bank Name: PNB
Account Name: KALINGA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF LAW
Account No.: 1744100100003546
IFSC Code: PUNB0174410
Step 2: Fill out the registration form with all necessary information and add a screenshot of the payment details.
SUBMISSION PROCESS
The submission link for the full paper and payment will be shared through e-mail only to the participants whose abstracts will be selected. Participants who want to attend the conference without a paper presentation will also be sent a final registration link.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/VdmyVBuzvnVV3GbB8
Note – Authors who are ready with the final papers before the submission deadline can directly send them via e-mail to: lawconference@kalingauniversity.ac.in.

REGISTRATION FEE
Category Fee (inclusive of taxes)
Faculty &Other Educators: INR 1500/-
Research Scholars: INR 1500/-
UG+PG Students: INR 1200/-
Industry Experts: INR 2500/-
International Participants: USD 50/-
Law Firms, Senior Counsel and General Counsel: INR 5000/-
Advocates Below 40 years: INR 1200/-

After the Registration Dates, the Charges will be Applicable as follows:
Each Category: INR 250/- additional
International Participants: USD 20/- additional
 50% concession to participants from Kalinga University and Colleges having an MoU with Kalinga University, Naya Raipur.
 Accommodation will be provided at the Participants ‘request. (Charges Applicable).
 Registration Fees include a Conference Kit, High Tea, Lunch and Snacks for both days.

AWARDS
1. Certificate/E-Certificate will be provided to every Participant.
2. Certificate of Merit will be provided to the 3 Best Paper Presentations.
3. The 10 Best Selected Papers will be published in a reputed Scopus-indexed journal.
4. Other Selected Papers will be published in an edited book with an ISBN.
5. Conference proceedings will be released at the Inauguration of the Conference.
Note:
1. The Author has to pay the publication charges for the publication in the Scopus-indexed journal.
2. A soft copy of the book/proceeding shall be provided to the authors. (A hard copy will be provided on request with applicable charges).

CHIEF PATRONS
Dr. Rajiv Kumar
Chairman
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Sandeep Arora
Chancellor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

PATRONS
Prof. (Dr.) R. Shridhar
Vice-Chancellor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Byju John
Director General
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Sandeep Gandhi
Registrar
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Dr. Rahul Mishra
Dean of Academic Affairs
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Biradar
Director IQAC
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Azim Khan B. Pathan
Dean, Faculty of Law
Kalinga University

EXTERNAL ADVISORY BOARD
Prof. (Dr.) Farhana Helal Mehtab
Dean, Faculty of Law, Green University of Bangladesh

Dr. Sarah Jane Fox
Staffordshire University, UK

Alfredo M. Ronchi
EC, Medici Framework, Italy

Andrii Paziuk
Kyiv Aviation Institute, Ukraine

Ahmad Ghouri
Associate Professor, University of Sussex

Prof. Balamurugan Baluswamy
Professor and Chairperson
School of Engineering and IT, MAHE, Dubai

Dr. Mohammad Ataur Rahman
Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh

Dr. Garry Fehr
Associate Vice-President Research, Engagement and Graduate Studies
University of the Fraser Valley

LEGAL EXPERTS
Dr. Pavan Duggal
Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Advocate Rajas Pingle
Cyber Law Expert

Mr. Ashutosh Shrivastava
Advocate, Supreme Court of India

Mr. Rodney D. Ryder
Founding Partner, Scriboard

Dr. Saket Anand
Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India

ACADEMIC EXPERTS
Prof. Dr. Dilip Ukey, Vice-Chancellor, MNLU Mumbai
Prof. Dr. V. C. Vivekanandan, Vice-Chancellor, HNLU Raipur
Dr. Manoj Kumar Sinha, Vice-Chancellor, DSNLU, Jabalpur
Prof. Venkat Rao, Vice-Chancellor, India International University of Legal Studies and Research, Goa
Prof. Dr. V. K. Ahuja, Director, Indian Law Institute, New Delhi
Dr. A. Nagarathna, Associate Professor of Law, NLSIU Bengaluru
Dr. Mohd. Nizam Ashraf Khan, Professor of Law, IILM University, Greater Noida
Dr. Mamta Rana, Associate Professor, HNB Garhwal University
Prof. Dr. Mohd. Imran, Professor, MANUU Law School
Dr. Rajeev Khare, Dean, NLIU Bhopal

CONVENOR
Mrs. Saloni Tyagi Shrivastava
HoD (In-charge), Faculty of Law
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

CO-CONVENORS
Dr. Payal Bohria
Assistant Professor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Dr. Savyasanchi Pandey
Assistant Professor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

ORGANISING SECRETARY
Ms. Chikita Malhotra
Assistant Professor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

JOINT ORGANISING SECRETARIES
Ms. Vishakha Sakharkar
Assistant Professor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

Ms. Vanshika Kapoor
Assistant Professor
Kalinga University, Naya Raipur

For more queries, contact:
: lawconference@kalingauniversity.ac.in

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Sponsorship Details
Sl. No. Sponsorship Levels Amount Exclusive Sponsorship Benefits
01. Platinum Sponsorship INR 100,000/- 1. 5 Complimentary Delegate Passes
2. 4 Complimentary Standee/Banner
3. Address to the audience for 5 Minutes
4. Dedicated space to display products, etc.
5. Prominent Display of Logo on Conference Materials
6. Inserts/Flyers will be put in Conference Kits
7. 4 Full-page ads in our Conference Proceedings
8. 5-minute promotional video
9. Conference Kit and Memento

02. Diamond Sponsorship INR 50,000/-
1. 3 Complimentary Delegate Passes
2. 1 Complimentary Standee/Banner
3. Prominent Display of Logo on Conference Materials
4. Inserts/Flyers will be put in Conference Kits
5. 2 Full-page ads in our Conference Proceedings
6. 5-minute promotional video
7. Conference Kit and Memento

03. Gold Sponsorship INR 25,000/-
1. 2 Complimentary Delegate Passes
2. Display of Logo on Conference Materials
3. 1 Full-page ad in our Conference Proceedings
4. Conference Kit and Memento

04. Silver Sponsorship INR 15,000/-
1. 1 Complimentary Delegate Pass
2. Display of Logo on Conference Materials
3. Conference Kit and Memento

05. Bronze Sponsorship INR 10,000/-
1. Display of Logo on Conference Materials