Students Achievement

Her essay, “Menstruation in the Eyes of Indian Law,” has also been published on the Empoweress platform. We wish her continued success in her academic and research journey.

Read the article here: https://www.empoweress.site/blog/menstruation-in-the-eyes-of-indian-law

Ritika demonstrated exceptional research acumen, analytical rigour, and a deep understanding of legal principles — qualities that set her apart in one of the most competitive arenas of legal education.

We take immense pride in her achievement and extend our heartfelt congratulations to her. We wish Ritika continued success in her academic and professional journey ahead.

Her project titled “Water Consumption and Conservation in Urban Cities: A Human Rights Perspective” was recognized for its insightful analysis and strong relevance to contemporary urban challenges.

This achievement reflects her dedication, critical thinking, and commitment to addressing important social issues. We congratulate her on this remarkable accomplishment and wish her continued success in all her future endeavors.

This journey was a deep dive into the evolving legal landscape of India. From mastering the new criminal frameworks—BNS, BNSS, and BSA—to revisiting the foundational principles of Contracts, CPC, and Jurisprudence, the preparation was as rewarding as the win itself. Balancing these with Current Affairs and GK kept us on our toes until the very last round.

A Huge Thank You: To my teammate, Manan Lakhani: This victory simply wouldn’t have been possible without your incredible efforts and partnership. We made a great team!

To Apurva Thakur (Dr) ma’am for her invaluable guidance and for pushing us to look deeper into the nuances of the law.

Grateful to my College SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law, Mumbai University for the opportunity to represent our college on this platform.

This win is a proud milestone in my second year of law school, and I’m looking forward to carrying this momentum into my next academic challenges!

He presented his paper titled “Can Autonomous AI-Generated Works Be Recognised under the Copyright Act, 1957?” under the theme of Intellectual Property Rights in the era of Generative AI.

His work was recognised for its strong doctrinal analysis and engagement with emerging technological issues.

He was awarded a cash prize of ₹16,000 along with an internship opportunity.

The College congratulates Gaurav on this outstanding achievement and wishes him continued success.

The students presented an insightful analysis of the Supreme Court judgment in M/s Poly Medicure Ltd. v. M/s Brillio Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (2025 INSC 1314). Their presentation demonstrated strong legal reasoning, clarity of expression, and a nuanced understanding of contractual and commercial law principles. The judges commended their structured approach, depth of research, and confident advocacy in addressing complex legal issues.

This achievement reflects PGCL’s commitment to fostering analytical thinking, courtroom-oriented skills, and experiential legal learning among its students. Kashyap and Rutvi’s success is a matter of pride for the institution and serves as an inspiration to the student community. The College extends its heartfelt congratulations to both students and wishes them continued success in their academic and professional pursuits.

The event was organised by Jyot Foundation, Mumbai, in collaboration with Nalanda University, Bihar, under the initiative Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Ki Oar 4.0. Participating in a unique forum reviving India’s ancient Vāda tradition, the students debated freedom of speech, engaging with questions of liberty, limitation, and reasonableness through evidence-based and ethical reasoning. The team also visited an exhibition on Geopolitics and Legal Frameworks, gaining valuable interdisciplinary perspectives.

The event was organised by Jyot Foundation, Mumbai, in collaboration with Nalanda University, Bihar, under the initiative Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Ki Oar 4.0. Participating in a unique forum reviving India’s ancient Vāda tradition, the students debated freedom of speech, engaging with questions of liberty, limitation, and reasonableness through evidence-based and ethical reasoning. The team also visited an exhibition on Geopolitics and Legal Frameworks, gaining valuable interdisciplinary perspectives.

Representing the Bombay Advocates Cricket Association (Bombay High Court), Umang made his debut at this prestigious national tournament, which featured teams from 15 High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.

The Bombay Advocates Cricket Association emerged as Champions, with Umang delivering an exceptional all-round performance throughout the tournament. His consistency and composure under pressure earned him the Man of the Series award. Across six matches, Umang scored 324 runs, took 12 wickets, and made significant contributions in the field. Notably, he was awarded Man of the Match in four games, including the Quarter Final, Semi Final, and Final.

Umang’s achievement reflects the spirit of excellence fostered at PGCL, and serves as an inspiration to students balancing professional commitment with sporting passion.

His impressive accolades include a 2nd place age-group finish at Ironman 70.3 Goa (2022), 1st place at Bergman 113 Kolhapur (2024), and a 3rd overall finish at the Kolhapur Sports Club Olympic Distance Triathlon (2024).

Garv also secured 1st place overall at the Aamchi Mumbai Half Marathon (2024) and 3rd overall at the Lonavla Varsha Half Marathon (2025).

His dedication, discipline, and passion exemplify the spirit of excellence at PGCL, inspiring peers and enriching our community.

They won a trophy and a cash prize of ₹50,000.

Ms. Anupriya Kushwaha won the title of Best Speaker along with a trophy and a cash prize of ₹5,000.

The students also secured an internship with Khurana & Khurana, the official partners of the Competition.

With acknowledgements to Dharmishta (Moot Court Society), Army Law College, Pune .

The conference is hosted by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), a leading think tank of India, in partnership with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs.

The 10th Raisina Dialogue witnessed participation from representatives of about 125 countries, including Ministers, former Heads of State and Heads of Government, Military Commanders, Captains of Industry, Technology Leaders, Academics, Journalists, Scholars on Strategic Affairs, Experts from leading Think Tanks, and Youth delegates from across the globe.

The team secured the titles of Runner-Up, Best Memorial (Appellant), and Second Best Memorial (Overall), reflecting their rigorous preparation, legal acumen, and teamwork.

Their commitment and performance are truly commendable and exemplify the tradition of academic excellence at PGCL.

Along with this prestigious recognition, the team was awarded a cash prize of INR 15,000 and earned valuable internships with MZM Legal, Saraf and Partners, and Phoenix Legal.

Their achievement reflects discipline, preparation, and the enduring spirit of advocacy and alternative dispute resolution nurtured at PGCL.

The Jai Jagat Summit is a prestigious pan-India academic conference that brings together students, researchers, and professionals from across the country to engage in meaningful discussions on governance, policies, sustainability, and social development. This year’s summit was supported by distinguished partners, including Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai, Atulyam Institute of Management, BRK Law Offices, Knowledge Steez, Legal Specs, V Kompus Juris Pvt. Ltd., Nidaan Legal Aid Forum, and several reputed law colleges across India.

Aarya and Devangi’s research paper, titled “Ladki Bahin Yojana: A Catalyst for Women’s Empowerment or a Policy Challenge?”, was recognized among 120 research papers presented at the conference. Their achievement was further honored with a cash prize of ₹5,000 and an internship opportunity.

This recognition stands as a testament to their dedication, hard work, and analytical insight, while also reflecting our institution’s commitment to fostering academic excellence, critical policy engagement, and research-driven learning.

This remarkable accomplishment stands as a testament to her academic discipline, perseverance, and intellectual rigour. Her success reflects the enduring values of scholarship and excellence nurtured at SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law.