Arbitration & Dispute Resolution: Creating Conducive Business Climate

Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) Between IIAC And IIM Rohtak on 30th April 2023 at New Delhi.

Apr 30, 2023     New Delhi

Delhi Discourse 2023 organized by Federation of Indian Corporate Lawyers

Hon’ble Mr. Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.), Chairperson, IIAC was invited to Conference titled “Delhi Discourse 2023” with the theme “Navigating India's Legal Terrain in the Era of Amrit Kaal” , organised by Federation of Indian Corporate Lawyers.

May 16, 2023     New Delhi

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) organized “Indian Arbitration Leadership Roundtable”

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) organized “Indian Arbitration Leadership Roundtable” with practitioners from leading law firms.

May 27, 2023     New Delhi

India Dispute Resolution Forum 7th and 8th June, St. James Court, Taj Hotel , London

HMJ (R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC was invited as Speaker and Moderator at India Dispute Resolution Forum 2023, organised by ThoughtLeaders4Disputes on 8th June 2023 at St. James Court , Taj Hotel, London.

Jun 8, 2023     London

Conference on Arbitrating INDO-UK Commercial Disputes - 2ND EDITION

"Hon’ble Mr. Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.), Chairperson, IIAC, moderated and spoke on the topic “Navigating the Enforcement Process for International Arbitral Awards in the UK & India” at the conference on ARBITRATING INDO-UK COMMERCIAL DISPUTES - 2ND EDITION".

Jun 5, 2023     London

IIAC Organized Indian Arbitration Leadership Roundtable- Institutional Arbitration-Expectations and Way Forward

IIAC Organized Indian Arbitration Leadership Roundtable- Institutional Arbitration-Expectations and Way Forward'' of Legal Heads of Leading Corporate Houses on 04.08.2023 at Hotel-Sofitel, BKC Mumbai.

Aug 4, 2023     BKC Mumbai

“Institutional Arbitration and Way Forward” for Central Public Sector Enterprises

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) organized a Conference on “Institutional Arbitration and Way Forward” for Central Public Sector Enterprises on 25th September 2023 at Jacaranda Hall, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.

Sep 25, 2023     New Delhi

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has context menu

Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) Between India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) And Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) on 17th Oct 2023 in New Delhi.

Oct 17, 2023     Hyatt Regency, New Delhi

Arbitration in the New Age

Hon’ble Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) inaugurated the launch of Adraas- Real Time Environment for Dispute Resolution during the “Arbitration in the New Age” Conclave organised by Adraas.

Nov 25, 2023     Juniper Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

Arbitration and ADR with special focus on International Arbitration

HMJ ( R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC was invited as a guest speaker on a One-Day Conference on “Arbitration and ADR with special focus on International Arbitration” by Indian Railways Institute of Logistics & Materials Management” (IRILMM).

Nov 30, 2023     India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) Between India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) And Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU)

Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) Between India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) And Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) on 5th Dec 2023 at Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Dec 5, 2023     Gandhinagar, Gujarat

SCL International Conference on Construction Law and Arbitration: Reshaping Construction Dispute Resolution

HMJ (R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC was invited to give a special address at the inaugural ceremony of the 4th edition of Biennial Conference 2023 “SCL International Conference on Construction LLaw and Arbitration: Reshaping Construction Dispute Resolution.

Dec 8, 2023     New Delhi

Grand Finals of 14th Jindal-ICC Indian Vis Pre-Moot 2024

HMJ (R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson , IIAC along with Mr. Ganesh Chandru, Part-time Member, IIAC were invited for judging the Grand Finals of 14th Jindal-ICC Indian Vis Pre-Moot 2024.

Feb 24, 2024     Sonipat

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) spearheads knowledge at Delhi Arbitration Weekend 2024 (DAW 2024)

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) spearheads knowledge at (DAW 2024). IIAC gave a training session on "How to Write an International Commercial Arbitration Award: Expert Tips for Arbitrators".

Mar 6, 2024     New Delhi

Hon’ble Mr. Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC, along with Hon’ble Ms. Justice (Retd.) Indu Malhotra, and other officials of IIAC met Learned Secretary. Sh. Dammu Ravi (Economic Relations), Ministry of External Affairs

HMJ (R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC, along with HMJ (R) Indu Malhotra, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India , COA, IIAC and other officials of IIAC met Learned Secretary. Sh. Dammu Ravi (Economic Relations), Ministry of External Affairs.

Mar 27, 2024     New Delhi

1st TMA Pai Technology Arbitration Moot at Manipal Law School, MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education) Bengaluru.

HMJ (R) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, IIAC and Sh. Ganesh Chandru, Member, IIAC was invited to judge the final round of 1st TMA Pai Technology Arbitration Moot.

Mar 31, 2024     Bengaluru

‘Valedictory session’ of “ODR POLICY SUMMIT”

Hon'ble Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was invited as a Chief Guest for the ‘Valedictory session’ of “ODR POLICY SUMMIT” on 6th April, 2024 at SGT UNIVERSITY, Gurgaon.

Apr 6, 2024     Gurgaon , Haryana

Government of India Special Training Programme on Contract Management and Negotiation Skills for the Attorneys from Office of the Attorney General Tanzania

Hon’ble Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was invited as the Chief Guest for Inaugural session of the National Law University, Jodhpur & Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation, Ministry of External Affairs, India, Government of India Special Training Programme on Contract Management and Negotiation Skills for the Attorneys from Office of the Attorney General Tanzania on 23rd April 2024 at NLU Jodhpur Campus.

Apr 23, 2024     Jodhpur , Rajasthan

Inauguration of Paryaya ADR Society by Hon’ble Chairperson IIAC , Law Centre-I at Faculty of Law, University of Delhi

Hon'ble Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Chairperson India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) along with Prof. Anju Vali Tikko Professor-in-charge & Dean, Faculty of Law and University of Delhi and Prof. Sunanda Bharti Teacher Convenor, Paryaya ADR Society were graciously invited to inaugurate Paryaya ADR Society , Law Centre-I at Faculty of Law, University of Delhi on 18th June 2024. Hon’ble Justice Gupta also inaugurated the logo and website of the ADR Society. He addressed the students, instilling encouragement and motivation for their future endeavors in the field of arbitration.

Jun 18, 2024     New Delhi

Interactive Session with stakeholders on “Dispute resolution through India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) in PSUs

Interactive Session with stakeholders on “Dispute resolution through India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) in PSUs” was organized by ONGC on 25 June 2024 at Tamarind Hall, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. Presentation on IIAC (Conduct of arbitration) Regulations 2023 was given by Mr. Vinay Kumar Sanduja, Registrar, IIAC.

Jun 25, 2024     India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

UDYAMI BHARAT event on the theme "Legal Reforms in the MSME Ecosystem”

Hon’ble Justice (Retd.) Hemant Gupta, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India and Chairperson, IIAC Addressed at the event UDYAMI BHARAT. MoU was signed between IIAC and Digital India Bhashini Division during the event.

Jun 27, 2024     New Delhi

Asia ADR Summit 2024: "Beyond Boundaries: The Rise of Asia in Global Dispute Resolution."

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) collaborated with Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution (AIADR) as the Regional Partner for the Asia ADR Summit 2024. IIAC also signed MoU’s with AIADR, BICAM, VTA & MIAC.

Jul 26, 2024     Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Eastern Economic Forum, Vladivostok, Russia

Hon'ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.), delivered an insightful speech at the prestigious Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia, focusing on the development of International Commercial Arbitration in Asia-Pacific countries.

Sep 6, 2024     Vladivostok, Russia

Stakeholders consultations and sensitisation on the topic "Dispute Resolution"

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) in collaboration with the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice Convened a meeting on September 7, 2024 of stakeholders from the legal fraternity, arbitral institutions, mediation institutions, arbitrators and mediators, for stakeholder consultations regarding Ease of Doing Business by improving the ecosystem relating to dispute resolution.

Sep 7, 2024     New Delhi

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) and The Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways, Government of India (MoPSW).

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) signed a MoU with the Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways, Government of India (MoPSW), for establishment of India International Maritime Dispute Resolution Centre (IIMDRC) as a branch of IIAC at Mumbai.

Sep 13, 2024     Goa

IX BRICS Legal Forum at Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), Moscow, Russia

Hon’ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.), Chairperson, IIAC delivered his paper during the ongoing IX BRICS Legal Forum at Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO)

Sep 19, 2024     Moscow, Russia

3rd Meeting of National MSME Council under Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)

India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was invited by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India(MSME) to the 3rd Meeting of National MSME Council under Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) as key stakeholder.

Sep 27, 2024     National Agriculture Science Complex (NASC), New Delhi

IIAC-JGLS International Moot Court Competition

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) is jointly organizing the First International Arbitration Moot Court Competition, in association with the Jindal Global Law School.

Oct 25, 2024     Jindal Global Law School, Sonipat

India International Arbitration Centre in collaboration with Baker McKenzie organized a Colloquium on the theme “International Arbitration: Indian Perspective”

Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Hon’ble Vice President of India graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. Kamalinne Pinitpuvadol, Secretary General, Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO) graced the occasion as the guest of honour. A significant highlight of the Colloquium was the signing of an MoU between IIAC and AALCO, marking a step forward in fostering international arbitration cooperation. Hon’ble Justice Surya Kant, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Hon’ble Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Hon’ble Justice Tejas Karia, Judges, Delhi High Court, Mr. R. Venkataramani, Attorney General for India also graced the IIAC’s Colloquium with their presence. For insights from the Hon’ble Vice President’s address, refer to: Speech excerpt: https://vicepresidentofindia.nic.in/pressrelease/arbitral-process-our-country-additional-burden-normal-hierarchical-mechanism Full speech on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1ZPHW57sEo

Mar 1, 2025     Summit Hall, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

National Seminar on ‘Courtroom to Boardroom’

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was honored to be a part of the National Seminar on ‘Courtroom to Boardroom’ held at Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Educational Campus, New Delhi on 7th March 2025. Hon’ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.) FCIArb, Chairperson, IIAC, delivered an insightful address during the Inaugural Session, emphasizing the growing intersection of law and media in today’s digital era and the evolving role of Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in India’s fast-paced economic landscape.

Mar 7, 2025     Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Educational Campus, New Delhi

Third Party Funding in Arbitration – Bane or Boom”

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was honored to be a part of the conference organised by Society for Excellence in Arbitration Law at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow on the dynamic topic “Third Party Funding in Arbitration – Bane or Boom”. Shri Karan Kanwal, Deputy Registrar, IIAC, was invited as a distinguished speaker and shared his perspectives on the evolving role of third-party funding in arbitration—highlighting its potential to enhance access to justice, while also addressing the associated legal and ethical complexities.

Apr 5, 2025     Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow

Online Arbitration Training Workshop

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC), in collaboration with Manipal Law School, Bengaluru (MLS), MAHE, is organizing an Online Arbitration Training Workshop to provide legal professionals and arbitrators with a structured and practice-oriented understanding of arbitration.

Apr 18, 2025     Online

"Adapting to the Digital Era: Innovative Techniques for Selecting the Most Effective Dispute Resolution Mechanism"

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was honored to be a part of the International Conference on "Adapting to the Digital Era: Innovative Techniques for Selecting the Most Effective Dispute Resolution Mechanism", at Bennett University in collaboration with GAIL(India) Limited. Shri Navin Kumar Singh, Chief Executive Officer, IIAC, was invited as a distinguished panelist and shared valuable insights during the panel discussion on “Challenges and Opportunities for Settling Oil and Gas Disputes through Mediation”. He highlighted the role of institutions like IIAC in promoting effective, technology-driven alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, including mediation, for resolving complex disputes in the oil and gas sector.

May 5, 2025     New Delhi

National Conference on Institutional Arbitration: An Effective Framework for Dispute Resolution

The Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice, in collaboration with the India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), organized a National Conference on “Institutional Arbitration: An Effective Framework for Dispute Resolution”. Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State, Ministry of Law & Justice(I/C), graced the event as the guest of honour. The conference brought together key stakeholders from Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and leading experts in the field of arbitration, providing a dynamic platform for meaningful dialogue and exchange of insights. The event aimed to advance the discourse on institutional arbitration in India, highlighting the country’s evolving dispute resolution landscape, and emphasizing the pivotal role of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in fostering trust and efficiency in arbitration practices.

Jun 14, 2025     Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

Second Conference on Construction Law – Constructing Legal Foundations 2025

As a supporting organisation, the India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) participated in the Second Conference on Construction Law – Constructing Legal Foundations 2025, held at Manipal Law School, Bengaluru. Mr. Navin Kumar Singh, Chief Executive Officer, and Mr. Karan Kanwal, Deputy Registrar, represented IIAC at the conference. Mr. Navin Kumar Singh also joined as a panelist and shared valuable insights on the critical role of institutional arbitration in ensuring timely and effective dispute resolution, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. The conference served a vibrant platform for exchange of global perspectives, with participation from senior advocates, arbitrators, academicians, and industry experts.

Jun 15, 2025     Manipal Law School, Bengaluru

World Café Style Conference

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was the part of the World Café Style Conference hosted by the UPES School of Law Dehradun at the Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi. Hon’ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.) FCIArb, Chairperson IIAC, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and delivered the Keynote Address on the theme “Indian Arbitration at a Crossroads: Reform, Resistance, and the Future as an Arbitration Hub.” Mr. Navin Kumar Singh, CEO, IIAC, also joined as a panelist and shared his insights on “Enforcement of Awards: Winning on Paper, Losing in Practice,” contributing meaningfully to the discourse on strengthening India’s arbitration ecosystem.

Jun 20, 2025     Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi

CII Seminar on “Legal & Regulatory Framework for India’s Energy Sector: Imperatives for Investment & Growth”

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was honoured to participate in the CII Seminar on “Legal & Regulatory Framework for India’s Energy Sector: Imperatives for Investment & Growth” held on 3rd July 2025 at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. Mr. Navin Kumar Singh, Ceo, IIAC was invited as a distinguished panelist in the session titled “Marketing Trends & Concerns in Oil & Gas Sector: Futuristic Solutions”. The session saw enriching deliberations on key contractual, regulatory, and marketing issues within the Oil & Gas sector.

Jul 3, 2025     India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

Webinar on “ADR in India at a Crossroads: Why Are Governments Removing Arbitration Clauses While Pushing for Institutional Reform?”

Mr. Karan Kanwal, Deputy Registrar, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC), was invited as a distinguished panelist at the virtual panel discussion on: “ADR in India at a Crossroads: Why Are Governments Removing Arbitration Clauses While Pushing for Institutional Reform?” organised by MediateGuru in collaboration with NUJS ADR Society and Centre for ADR, Jindal Global Law School (JGLS)

Jul 19, 2025     Online

Partner Event during the Singapore Convention Week on the theme Selection of Arbitrators in India-Related Disputes

India International Arbitration Centre in collaboration with the Drew & Napier hosted a special session on “Selection of Arbitrators in an India-Related Dispute” as part of Singapore Convention Week 2025. The event was graced by the Hon’ble Law Minister Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Justice & Justice (Independent Charge), Government of India, who delivered the keynote address highlighting India’s historic roots of arbitration and its vision of becoming a global hub. Mr. Jimmy Yim, SC, Chairman, Drew & Napier LLC reflected on Singapore’s emergence as Asia’s leading arbitration centre, while Mr. Shilpak Ambule, High Commissioner of India to Singapore emphasized the broader strategic partnership between the two nations. Dr. Anju Rathi Rana, ILS, Law Secretary, Government of India underlined the importance of institutional capacity-building to meet the demands of cross-border commerce. Following on the panel discussion was moderated by Abhinav Bhushan. The discussion brought together diverse perspectives from Honble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.) FCIArb, Dr. Pinky Anand, Dr. SANJEEV GEMAWAT, Nitesh Jain, and Mahesh Rai.

Aug 28, 2025     Singapore

National Conference on Alternate Dispute Resolution (Arbitration, Conciliation and Mediation) organised by the ALL INDIA MANUFACTURERS ORGANIZATION(AIMO), Tamil Nadu State Board

Mr Vinay Kumar Sanduja, Registrar, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) was invited as distinguished panelist at the National Conference on Alternate Dispute Resolution (Arbitration, Conciliation and Mediation) organised by the ALL INDIA MANUFACTURERS ORGANIZATION(AIMO), Tamil Nadu State Board on 30 August 2025 at Hotel Hilton, Chennai. He shared valuable insights on the topic of the session “Mediation in MSME Disputes: A Missed Opportunity?” and provided impetus to the discussion “Use of Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Councils (MSEFC)- what works and what does not”, in the light of judicial decisions. He underscored the importance of IIAC (Conduct of Micro and Small Enterprises Arbitration) Regulations, 2024 for promoting faster and more effective resolution of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE) disputes and discussed salient features of IIAC Regulations. The discussion highlighted the critical role of mediation in resolving MSE disputes, the challenges faced, and the way forward for institutional arbitration in India.

Aug 30, 2025     Hotel Hilton, Chennai

Oxford-Style Debate on the motion: “This House believes that Institutional Arbitration is the Complete Solution to Restore the Faith of PSUs in Arbitration as the Preferred Mode of Dispute Resolution"

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) hosted an Oxford-Style Debate at the Delhi High Court as part of the Delhi Arbitration Weekend 2025 (DAW 2025) on the motion: “This House believes that Institutional Arbitration is the Complete Solution to Restore the Faith of PSUs in Arbitration as the Preferred Mode of Dispute Resolution" The debate was judged by esteemed panel of jury comprising: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi Hon’ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.) FCIArb, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India & Chairperson, India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) Dr. Anju Rathi Rana, ILS, Secretary, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India The debate witnessed compelling arguments both for and against the motion, led by eminent speakers. The event drew enthusiastic participation from the judiciary, government officials, advocates, and law students, making it a truly enriching experience and exchange of perspectives on the future of Institutional Arbitration as a preferred mode of Dispute Resolution

Sep 16, 2025     Delhi High Court, New Delhi

Webinar on Institutional Arbitration: An Appropriate Dispute Resolution Mechanism

The India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC), in collaboration with FEDERATION OF INDIAN EXPORT ORGANISATIONS (FIEO), hosted a webinar on “Institutional Arbitration: An Appropriate Dispute Resolution Mechanism” The Webinar was graced by distinguished panel of speakers who shared their insights on the importance of institutional arbitration, its role in ensuring efficiency, transparency, and fairness in resolution of commercial disputes involving Indian exporters and their business partners. The Webinar was moderated by Mr. Abhishek Gupta, Advocate; Esteemed Speakers included: Hon’ble Justice Hemant Gupta (Retd.) FCIArb , Former Judge, Supreme Court of India and Chairperson, IIAC; Mr. Gourab Banerji, Senior Advocate; Mr. Gauhar Mirza, Partner, Saraf and Partners; Ms. Mumtaz Bhalla, FICA, MCIArb , Partner, Economic Laws Practice (ELP) ; Mr. Raj Kamal, Director, Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)

Sep 24, 2025     India International Centre, New Delhi