New Delhi, November 26, 2025: The Indian National Bar Association (INBA) marked the 76th Constitution Day of India with its prestigious 14th Annual International Conference on Law & Policy Issues and the 11th Annual INBA Awards, held on November 26, 2025, at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi.
The day-long event, which commenced at 10:00 A.M., began with a ceremonial welcome extended to the Chief Guests – Hon’ble Ms. Rekha Palli, Former Justice, Delhi High Court, and Hon’ble Mr. Sudhir Kumar Saxena, Former Justice, Allahabad High Court. Shri Kaviraj Singh, Founder & Secretary General, INBA, Ms. Vinakshi Singh, Senior Advisor, INBA, delivered the welcome address, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, speakers, sponsors, and participants for their unwavering support to INBA’s mission of advancing legal excellence and global collaboration.
The conference witnessed overwhelming participation from senior government officials, Group Directors, General Counsels, In-House Counsels, Senior Advocates of the Supreme Court of India, Deans and Professors from leading law universities, and hundreds of law students from across the country. A key objective of the event was to bridge the gap between academia and the profession by providing law students direct access to international law firms, corporate legal departments, and thought leaders for mentorship and career opportunities.
The academic sessions comprised five high-powered panel discussions on contemporary and globally relevant themes:
- Cross-Border Mediation: Legal Recognition and Enforcement Challenges
- The Challenges and Opportunities of International Trade Law in the Era of Globalization
- Legal Challenges of International Business Transactions and Cross-Border Disputes
- Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Ownership and Liability in AI-Generated Works
- The Role of International Criminal Law in Addressing War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity
Eminent jurists, practitioners, and academicians deliberated on these pressing issues, offering actionable insights and fostering cross-jurisdictional dialogue.
The evening culminated in the glittering 11th Annual INBA Awards Ceremony, graced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, Former Chief Justice of India, as the Guest of Honour, along with Shri Ajay Gupta, Joint Secretary, Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India, Shri Kaviraj Singh and Ms. Vinakshi Singh. The awards recognized outstanding contributions across diverse segments of the legal profession, honouring General Counsels and In-House Counsels from leading corporations, distinguished lawyers in litigation, corporate law, IPR, international arbitration, and public service, as well as law firms and young achievers who have set new benchmarks of excellence.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Vinakshi Singh remarked, “On this historic Constitution Day, INBA remains committed to nurturing legal talent, promoting the rule of law, and strengthening India’s position in the global legal ecosystem. Today’s conference and awards ceremony reflect our collective resolve to build a more inclusive, innovative, and justice-oriented legal fraternity.”
The event concluded on a note of inspiration, reinforcing INBA’s position as one of India’s largest voluntary Bar Associations and its continued dedication to legal education, professional development, and celebration of excellence.
About INBA:
The Indian National Bar Association (INBA) is one of the largest voluntary Bar Associations in India, with members from over 180 countries. Headquartered in New Delhi, INBA works tirelessly to promote legal education, professional networking, and the advancement of rule of law through conferences, awards, publications, and international collaborations.