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India Gazette
10-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Justice Manmohan calls for agile legal framework to support trade, tech and trust
New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): The Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC), in collaboration with the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Indian National Association of Legal Professionals (INALP), on Saturday successfully hosted the International Legal Conference 2025 on the theme 'India's Legal and Regulatory Framework: Navigating International Trade Opportunities.' The conference brought together leading voices from the legal, policy, regulatory, and corporate sectors. The event was attended by Justice Manmohan, Judge of Supreme Court, as Chief Guest. Speaking at the inaugural session, Justice Manmohan said, 'At times, the complexities of international law and the constantly shifting regulatory environment can feel like navigating through a storm--unpredictable, fast-changing, and demanding sharp legal foresight. Today's global challenges--from cross-border intellectual property enforcement to fintech innovation, data privacy, cybersecurity, and the rise of artificial intelligence--require legal systems to be far more agile, interoperable, and forward-thinking. Yet even amid this turbulence, our constitutional values provide a steady vessel, and the rule of law remains our most reliable compass.' He further added, 'India's judiciary is committed to ensuring that the legal framework evolves in step with technological transformation and global trade dynamics. Initiatives like the e-Courts project and the Mediation Act represent a conscious shift toward greater efficiency, accessibility, and adaptability in the justice delivery system. By fostering legal innovation while preserving fairness and predictability, we can enable a regulatory ecosystem that not only upholds justice but also empowers sustainable economic growth in an interconnected world.'. Presenting the introductory remarks, Dr Lalit Bhasin, Chairperson- Conference and President, SILF said, 'The Conference has been organised by Services Export Promotion Council to explore avenues of exporting India's legal services overseas and also to welcome more collaboration and cooperation with the foreign legal fraternity. The Conference has explored India's evolving legal frameworks and their impact on international business, focusing on sectors such as Energy, Technology, Finance and Infrastructure. Experts have also discussed how to integrate ESG into the business model. Presentations were also made on the most topical issue today regarding Techno-Legal Regulations: AI, Data Privacy and Cybersecurity.' He further added, 'The Dispute Resolution mechanism in India, which is far from satisfactory, was also discussed and the recent steps taken by the Government of India to promote mediation were welcomed. It was also felt that there is an immediate need to liberalise India's legal market by deleting stringent conditions regarding advertising, etc.' Prominent dignitaries present at the conference included Dr Anju Rathi Rana, Secretary, Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice, Dr. Lalit Bhasin, Chairperson- Conference and President, SILF; Dr Upasana Arora, Vice President, SEPC; Dr. Shardul S Shroff, Founder and Executive Chairman, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. and senior representatives from the Bar, Bench, top law firms, academia, industry, and regulatory bodies. The conference also paid tribute to the brave personnel of the Indian Armed Forces and offered heartfelt homage to those who lost their lives in the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Against the backdrop of heightened cross-border tensions, participants stood in solidarity with the families of the fallen and reaffirmed their collective commitment to the principles of justice, national unity, and the rule of law. (ANI)
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Country's legal system must evolve to govern AI technology responsibly: SC judge Manmohan
Supreme Court judge Manmohan on Saturday said the country's legal system must evolve to responsibly govern recent technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and that cybersecurity was the foundation of a digital economy. The apex court judge was speaking at the 'International Legal Conference 2025' on the theme 'India's Legal and Regulatory Framework: Navigating International Trade Opportunities' organised by the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC), Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and Indian National Association of Legal Professionals (INALP). #Operation Sindoor India-Pakistan Clash Live Updates| Pak moving troops to border areas? All that's happening Why India chose to abstain instead of 'No Vote' against IMF billion-dollar funding to Pakistan How Pak's jihadi general Munir became trapped in his own vice Speaking about AI, data privacy and cybersecurity, Justice Manmohan said that AI could compose music, design products, or write books, but the ownership of these creations was a serious intellectual property question with no easy answers. "Someone once compared AI to a brilliant but unpredictable teenager, full of potential, but still learning the rules. Our legal system must evolve to govern such technologies responsibly. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo "Data privacy, too, is critical. In an age where data is the new oil, the Supreme Court has rightly affirmed privacy as a fundamental right and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act is a landmark effort toward establishing a rights-based data regime," he said. He said that cybersecurity was the foundation of any digital economy and that a secure digital environment was non-negotiable for global trade and investment. Live Events "Our laws must impose strong penalties and, just as importantly, promote a culture of cyber resilience. International cooperation is essential, as cyber threats rarely respect borders. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories "As a member of the judiciary, I reaffirm our commitment to upholding the rule of law, which is the bedrock of a fair and thriving market economy. For trade and investment to flourish, businesses need certainty, predictability, and an efficient legal system. Our courts are evolving to meet these needs," Justice Manmohan said. He said that in an increasingly borderless world where technology was evolving at an unprecedented pace and intellectual property disputes were rapidly increasing, the mechanisms for resolving international disputes needed a "significant overhaul." "Let me illustrate this point by referring to something as ubiquitous as the mobile phone each of us carries. Every phone today contains about 3,000 to 4,000 patents. These phones use standardised technology so they can work seamlessly across India, China, the US, anywhere. This brings us to the concept of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs). "I realised that an infringement suit involving such patents could be filed in any jurisdiction. The dispute between a patent holder and a manufacturer is global by nature. So, should royalties be adjudicated country-by-country? Or should there be a uniform global rate? These are complex questions that underscore how much the concept of ease of doing business is under strain," he said. Justice Manmohan also said that the country was a global leader in the fintech revolution and its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) had been widely recognised for its scale and efficiency. "Beyond payments, fintech is revolutionising insurance, wealth management, and financial inclusion. But rapid innovation brings new regulatory challenges. Legal frameworks must enable innovation while protecting consumers, ensuring data privacy, maintaining financial stability, and curbing illicit activity. It's a delicate balance that regulators and the legal community must strike," he said. He said that the country was standing at a defining moment, having vast opportunities to grow its international trade footprint. "Yes, challenges exist, from shifting geopolitics to fast-evolving technologies, but I remain deeply optimistic. At times, international law may feel like that storm (in a sea). But with a sturdy vessel, our constitutional values, a skilled crew, all of you here, and a compass called the rule of law, we will find our way," Justice Manmohan said. SILF president Lalit Bhasin also spoke at the event. The conference also applauded the Indian armed forces and offered homage to those who lost their lives in the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.
