Dr. Sindhur N delivered today’s Webinar on Mental Health Care Act: Current Indian Context. The webinar started off with an introduction about the Speaker followed by an introduction into the topic by the co-ordinator, S. Sadhana. About 25 participants attended the Session. The Speaker walked us through the History of the Mental Health Acts in India and touched upon how mentally ill persons were shunned and discriminated against. Moving on to the existing mental Healthcare Act, 2017, which is touted to be much better than the previous Acts. She concluded the session with the positives and the drawbacks of the Act. Participants raised certain important questions like the link between technology and depression and if anxiety is an indication of the onset of depression. In short, the session was an eye opener and will definitely ensure that the stigma surrounding mental health reduces.

To quote the Speaker’s words on Mental Health:-

“It is okay to not be okay.”

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Ms. Madu Mirian Adanna, who's currently working as Advocate under the Nigerian Bar Association , had delivered a lecture on the topic RECENT TRENDS IN COMPANY LAW. She gave special references to Prospectus under the Company law. In the beginning of the lecture she had described the basic company law details, Public and Private Entities their differences. With that she started to describe the importance of the prospectus to a public company. She also elaborated on why prospectus is not merely a notice or advertisement. After telling the importance of the prospectus she also told us how case laws have changed the definition of the prospectus and explained us one landmark case law, NASH V LYNDE. She then explained the legality of the statement in lieu of prospectus with that of an actual prospectus.she also described the essentials of a proper prospectus and concluded by giving what information is not provided in the prospectus and how one can legally enforce such by using various principles under the company law. Overall, it was a very insightful and informative session.

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Mr. R. Adithya CA is the Resource person for this Webinar. He spoke about the Nature of Companies, their different kinds and also various features of companies in the Companies Act, 2013. He also laid emphasis on different features of companies like separate legal entities, perpetual succession, Common Seal, etc. He explained how three or more persons are required to form a company and basically dealt with one person company and its features. He also dealt in various kinds of companies at a glance. He also quoted examples on sathyam company and explained what happened to its director and the companies shareholders. He made the students acquainted with basic knowledge on Company Law which will help them in future. Students gave feedback which was also welcoming.

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The speaker started the session by introducing the purpose of Migration Law and the qualification required for one to be a migration lawyer. She walked the students through the provisions of laws such immigration programmes by the ministry and the formalities that are to be fulfilled by immigrants before they migrate. She also guided the requirement of a migration lawyer such as the proficiency in English language, the knowledge about the dynamic policies of migration and the ways to effectively communicate with clients.

The session was attended by about 50 students and faculties and was widely appreciated by the participants for its rich content and interactive Q and A session.

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In todays webinar the resource person Dr. S. Satyanarayana was introduced by Asst. Prof. Dr. Tenzin J Khampa and welcomed to speak on the topic “Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code”.

Dr. S. Satyanarayana is from the Indian Economic Service, He is presently working as Deputy Director, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

The webinar for the students on Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code touched all the legal aspects and acquaintance itself with present economic scenario.

While the IBC has brought an important economic reform in recent times, companies are in financial distress due to economic turndown in the wake of COVID 19 pandemic. The talk explained how recent Amendments to the IBC have addressed this problem. Further, the talk also dealt in length various issues connected with improving economic efficiency with the ease of doing business with a new Insolvency framework under IBC.

Before concluding, there was a question hour session between the resource person and participating students. All the Students liked the talk, they felt very informative. Finally the session came to an end with vote of thanks note.

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Mrs.Saranya the resource person of the Webinar enlighten the session with the basic practice of Cr.P.C in criminal courts . she laid out the emphasis on with Summons,Warrant of Arrest ,then she explained about the conditions for initiating the proceedings with regard to the Commencement of proceedings before magistrates.

At the end of the session ,Students were very clear with regard to initiation of complaint and its further proceedings and the resource person gave a glimpse about the corona precautions heading towards our Indian economy and was so beneficial for the students ,on whole it was a very informative and Insightful session

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Ms. Priya Iyengar, Corporate Lawyer and Arbitrator, Compass Law Associates, was the guest lecturer for this webinar. The webinar was attended by almost 60 people. The session was started off by a welcome address by Mahima Makhija, followed by which Priya Ma’am appreciated the initiative taken by our college for encouraging learning in a different manner. She linked the growth of the History of ADR with the current scenario. She cited many examples and her personal experiences while explaining the objectives and types of ADR. She also suggested the participants to read and learn a lot about the field and she stressed that the learning should never stop. She also explained the skills in an elaborate manner, that a practitioner should possess. The participants then enthusiastically asked questions and Ms. Priya then concluded by saying that there is a lot of scope for ADR in the future and the new generations can excel in it with flying colours. Overall, the session was very informative and encouraging for us to continue to maintain the practice of reading and learning.

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The webinar had begun with a small introduction of the speaker by M. Arshiya Thansum. The speaker then went on to speak about her personal experiences as a transwoman. She had given us some excerpts from her autobiography as well. She briefed us about the origin and evolution of the LGBT Community especially the Trans Community. She also emphasized the need for reservation and inclusivity of the Trans community in mainstream society. She gave us an insight as to how difficult it is to live as an outcast in the society. She also brought attention to the recent Trans Bill passed stating how regressive it is for the Community. She concluded saying that it is both law and the society that has to work together to bring about a change in the community. Then we moved on to the Question session. There were a lot of questions put forward by the participants to which the speaker had patiently answered. To sum up the webinar was a success and both the speaker and the participants had a valuable time.

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The webinar was presented by the Speaker M. SRINIVASAN Founder, CENTRE FOR LEGAL EDUCATION & APPLIED RESEARCH (Regd.) on the topic "LEGAL AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES IN INITIATION AND CONDUCT OF INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION" on June 11, 2020 around 10.00 AM. The session starts with the aspects of legal and procedural in initiating and conducting the International Commercial Arbitration. It started with the basics that included that Section 2(1)(f) of The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, defines an International Commercial Arbitration. The scope of this section was determined by the Supreme Court in the case of TDM Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. v. UE Development India Pvt. Ltd , where in spite of the company having a foreign control, the Supreme Court concluded that, “a company incorporated in India can only have Indian nationality for the purpose of the Act.” Further it involves answering questions such as When Arbitration is Deemed to be International and Why Arbitration preferred in solving International Disputes. It came to know that the International commercial arbitration is used as a Speedy dispute solving mechanism, It is more readily and swiftly enforced as compared to the court judgements and Arbitrator chosen may be an expert in solving International Problems. The session concludes with the recent significant increase in international businesses operating out of India. This has led to an increase in international arbitrations having its seat of arbitration in India.

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The webinar started at 6.00PM on 10th July 2020. The student organiser gave a brief welcome note and introduction of the resource person. The resource person started her lecture by welcoming all. She explained about what kind of social work she does in the organization and the purpose of her organization. Later she explained the role of motivation in a child's mental health alongside she explained about human connection that must be maintained with the children in the growth of children. Later she talked about how, education system can be better if it is customized according to each student. Moving from the education she talked about empathy and how it plays major role in social service. She quoted many legendary people words including Nelson Mandela and Mother Teresa. Before winding up she did a little activity regarding learning pattern.

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The Webinar started successfully at 5 PM. Around 16 students had joined. The webinar started off with a small introduction of the speaker by M. Arshiya Thansum. The speaker had shared his PPT with the participants for all of us to follow. The speaker had started the webinar defining what INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS meant and briefed about its types. He later went on to elaborate about the Origin of Trademarks, it's history, it's types and definitions and gave us examples of some popular trademarks. After this he had emphasized about the technicalities involved in Trademark Registration. He had also stated in detail about Trademarks Infringement citing some prime case laws about the topic. Once this session got over the question session had started. All the participants had come forward with their curious and valuable questions. They were interested in knowing about a career in IPR law, how to protect one's trademark, how to apply for a trademark, etc. The speaker had patiently answered all our questions. To sum up the webinar was a success and both the speaker and the participants had a valuable time.

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MEDIA DEMOCRACY IN DIGITAL COMMUNICATION Session Was Hosted by Miss MJF LN Sri Durga Priya, with a Number of 15 Student participant Miss MJF LN Sri Durga Priya Presented welcome address of the presenter”Miss A. HIMANA “..Researcher on Academy of Sciences in Czech Republic.Completed her Phd on Disaster Management From University of Madras.Masters Degree in Geography from University of Madras.Bachelors Degree in Geography from University of Madras session Headed by Miss A. HIMANA for the students with Contribution of GIS technology in policy making and law enforcement.

Miss MJF LN Sri Durga Priya presented the vote of thanks.

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The Resource Person was Advocate Shubhangi, Drafting Associate in Nathan & Associates, Chennai. She was the speaker of the session.

The Speaker, Advocate Shubhangi Started the session, giving a self introduction about her. She shared her experience as a Lady Lawyer and gave many advice and tips to the audience on how to succeed in the law field as women in this society. Later she talked about the importance of drafting which plays a major role in Law and is an important advocacy skill. Women in the Legal sector play a predominant role. The Legal Sector is one of the important sectors which does not distinguish between Male and Female. The Speaker stated that in case of difficulties as a lawyer we have various choices like to join in a drafting committee, legal adviser or consultant, Professors, corporate side, and we also have various opportunities to attend competitive exams like UPSC, TNPSC, JAG, etc., to become a Civil Judge or District Judge, IAS, IPS Officers, Public Prosecutor. The Speaker concluded the session by stating that women have equal opportunity as Men. women have more opportunity in the legal sector as a Career for Lady Lawyers.

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The resource person Mr.V.Ganesh was welcomed and introduced by the student coordinator and his topic of interest for today's webinar was on Media ethics .There are basic principles which the media should follow in any of their shows. The 5 basic principles for media ethics where clearly explained by the resource person . But most of the media in recent times being corrupted, telecasts some fake or hidden news. The content given by the media should take care of what to be telecasted. Laws and Rules are still active and the media takes up the responsibility whether to follow or to develop their commercial activities. Overall the webinar was productive to the participants where they came to the rules and law binding media.Students also to part in questionnaire session and the webinar was concluded by vote of thanks by the student co coordinator.

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Mr.Vasudevan Radhakrishnan is the Resource person for this Webinar. He spoke about the use of Computers and Accessories for budding lawyers. He also laid emphasis on various IT enabled transformations namely Social, Mobile, Automation and Cloud which would enable lawyers to make best use of it. He explained how the IT enabled Legal System would function. He also dealt in various Business features like Client Management, case management, Documents and repository management as well as Legal Firm Management. He also quoted day to day examples on how a legal IT firm works and how lawyers could make best use of IT in the present scenario. He made the students acquainted with basic knowledge on Information Technology which will help them in future. Students gave feedback which was also welcoming.

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Contribution of GIS technology in policy making and law enforcement Session Was Hosted by Miss MJF LN Sri Durga Priya .With a Number of 23 Student participant Miss MJF LN Sri Durga Priya Presented welcome address of the presenter” MrA.Mahesh..RResearch Assistant with ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research).Research Scholar in Department of Geography at University of Madras.Masters in Technology in GeoInformatics.Masters Degree in Applied Geography from University of Madras.Bachelor's Degree in Geography from Madras Christian College.Session Headed by Mahesh A for the students with about Contribution of GIS technology in policy making and law enforcement. Question and discussion session went on for Students Clarifications and doubts.

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Introduction by Mr.K.Rajasekaran and he was dealing about the topic. DRT Act and SARFAESI Act.He explained the Debt Recovery laws .Government has appointed for the foreign investors Shri M Narasimhan and Shri T Tiwari Committees .He further explained how the Recovery of debts happen due to banks and financial institutions .

Borrower deals with the section 2(1)(f) of the SARFAESI Act. Important provision of SARFAESI Act .

Section 13-Enforcement of security Interest

13(1)-security interest

13(2)-Demand notice

13(4)-Possession notice

Section 14-Chief metropolitan magistrate or district magistrate to assist secured creditor in taking possession of secured assets

Section 17 -Application against measures to recover secured debts

Section 19-Application to the tribunal

Section 20-Appeal to the Appellate Tribunal

Section 34-No civil court shall have jurisdiction

Case laws

Swiss Ribbons vs union of India (2019) 4 SCC 17

Mardia Chemicals ltd vs Union of India (2004) 4 SCC 311

Transcore vs Union of India(2008) 1 SCC 125

The session was concluded with questionnaire and overall it was effective webinar .

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The speaker for the webinar was Mr. T. C. Gopalakrishnan, Advocate, Madras High Court who has an experience of more than 10 years. The session was attended by about 20 students. The student coordinator started off the session by giving an introduction to the speaker. The speaker started his lecture on the Introduction of Arbitration. He discussed almost all the principles and philosophies of Arbitration. The speaker also explained about all the Tribunals and its functions. He briefly explained everything with case laws and their citations. The speaker concluded the session by summarising the key points. The student coordinator concluded the meeting by thanking the speaker and the students.

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Advocate Adhilakshmi Logamurthy spoke on law and life. She started her discussion with basic rules of life. How the law plays its role in the life of us and how we should carry forward it in our life as a budding lawyer and as an advocate. Law and life are interdependent to each other and they never separate. As a lawyer we have to know 7 mantras in life. Time management is the first mantra which is important in life and legal career. Second mantra is accept the false and mistakes.In legal profession everyone has to accept the mistake and they have given an opportunity to amend the mistakes. Communication involves not only speakingbut also includes drafting and evidence. Reputation is the fourth which is essential in life. Reputation is not only for life or for profession it takes a person to a great phase in his life. She quoted a book of Gandhiji "A brief Insights" for how a lawyer should have a reputation. Reading and learning enhances the knowledge of a person. Reading keeps the person to grow higher in their life.Last mantra is accept the criticism given by others. Criticism means always negative but it is a positive way in which it changes the life of a person. At Last, she concludes saying as a lawyer we have to understand that while expecting one thing , unexpected things may happen. So law and life are dependent on each other.

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This webinar began with a welcome address by Dr Betsy Rajasingh and a brief introduction about the speaker by student coordinator Mr. Sandesh Saravanan. Dr. Sophy then commenced her lecture recounting the plight of domestic workers in India. She highlighted the double discrimination faced by domestic workers – chiefly women – and the complete political apathy and legislative lethargy that surrounds their work and their lives. Falling under the unorganized sector, she highlighted how about 45 million domestic workers in India, both from the live-in and live-out category faced denial of rights as there was no sui-generis legal framework that guaranteed their rights. She then went on to point out with specific case-study, how most of the migrant domestic workers faced insurmountable hardships on account of the lock down announced by the Government. The lecture was a comprehensive account of the conditions of domestic workers in India, which the students found so interesting, that a large chunk of time after the lecture was devoted to a very lively Question and Answer session.

The Webinar was co-ordinated by Dr. Asha Sundaram, Principal Saveetha School of Law, Dr. Betsy Rajasingh, Assistant Proffesor, Saveetha School of Law and student co-ordinator Mr. Sandesh Saravanan. About 40 students engaged themselves in the Webinar, which concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr.Prem Ranganath.

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