ONE-DAY NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON “EMERGING ISSUES AND CHALLENGES RELATING TO CYBER LAWS & FORENSICS” BY HPNLU (12TH MAY 2023)

CONTEXT
Information & Communication Technology has witnessed several ground-breaking advancements in the last century. The world has become a Global Village with ease in information dissemination & greater connectivity. Such advantages have, however, not been secured without any demerits. The misuse of these advancements has also grown & one such area is witnessing exponential crime growth in cyberspace. Cybercrimes, cyber law and forensics, and cyber security are all interrelated and intertwined. With the advent of technology, the threat to digital security has increased exponentially.

ABOUT CENTRE FOR CYBER LAWS AND SECURITY
Centre for Cyber Laws and Security (CCLS) under the aegis of Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla (HPNLU), is a welcome initiative that will contribute to the development of a robust legal framework and effective strategies to combat cybercrime and enhance cyber security in India. The advancement in Information Technology has revolutionized almost all areas of human endeavour. Consequently, information security challenges and the vulnerability of cyberspace have resulted in a complex regulatory framework.

Call For Papers:
The conference invites research papers on the Multidisciplinary subjects of Law, Forensic Science, and Informational Technology. In preparing the abstracts of their proposed papers, we encourage prospective participants to engage with cyber law and forensics issues, as highlighted in the conference theme.
The Conference will be conducted in Blended (Physical and Virtual) Mode. The paper presentations will be in virtual mode only.


The theme for the conference is ‘Emerging Issues and Challenges Relating to Cyber Laws & Forensics’:

SUB-THEMES:
Digital Forensics and Cyberspace
• Technological Advancements in Digital Forensics;
• Cyber Crime Investigation and Cyber law and forensics;
• Data Protection and Role of Forensic

• Forensic and Digital Evidence: Statutory Implications;
• Cyber Security in Digital Court Management;
• Computer and Mobile based forensics;

Cyber Crimes and Investigation
• Security against Piracy Threats;
• National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal;
• Intermediary Liability in Cyber Crime;
• Cyber Crimes and Cyber Terrorism;
• Cyber Security and Data Protection – Need of New Enactment;
• Cyber Crimes against Women and Children;
Information Technology and Cyber Space
• Big Data in Cyberspace;
• Block Chain Technology and Cryptography;
• Artificial Intelligence;
• Convergence of New Technology and Limitations of Forensics;
• 5G Technology and Cyberspace;
• Augmented Reality and Cyberspace;

Forensic Science and Civil Jurisdiction
• Forensic Audit and Finance;
• Role of Forensics in Disaster Management;
• Forensics and Money Laundering;
• Tax Evasion and Forensic Audit;
• Questioned Documents and Forensics;

Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation
• Crime Scene Investigation;
• Forensic Psychology and Crime Investigation;
• Investigative Techniques in Forensic Science;
• Collection and Preservation of Forensic Evidence;
• Role of DNA Profiling Technology;
• Role of Forensics in Identification of Accused and Victim;
• Role of Toxicology, Serology, and Narco-Analysis in Investigation;
• Forensic Psychology: Brain Mapping, Polygraph, and Narco-Analysis;
• Forensic Evidence and Expert Opinion;
Constitutional Aspects of Digital and Forensic Evidence
• Admissibility of Forensic Evidence;
• Digital Evidence and Constitutional Parameters;
• Judicial Response and Recognition of Digital Evidence;
• Cyber Law and Human Rights;
• Constitutional Validity of Polygraph and Narco-analysis.

Guidelines for Submission
✓ The Abstract must be accompanied by a cover page, which should include the title of the paper, name(s) of the author(s) and their affiliations, resident country, and the complete postal and e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of the authors.
✓ Co-authorship is allowed for up to two authors, excluding the main author.
✓ The deadline to submit individual abstracts is 23rd April 2023.
✓ Please submit your abstract through email on [email protected]
✓ Participants will be notified by the 25th of April 2023 on the status of their submission.
✓ Accepted abstracts will be notified through email (You must provide a valid email address with
each abstract submission). Upon acceptance of abstracts, full papers must be submitted by 5th May 2023.

IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date for Registration and Submission of Abstract : 23rd April 2023
Intimation of Abstract Selection : 25th April 2023.

Last Date for Full Paper Submission : . 5th May 2023.

Date of the Conference :12th May 2023.

REGISTRATION FEES
Registration charges for Academicians /other professionals: Rs. 1000/-

Registration charges for Research scholars/students: Rs. 500/-


Registration for witnessing the proceedings can be submitted any time on or before 25th April 2023. Certificates for actual participation shall be issued after the event’s completion or mailed after the conference’s completion.

No certificate shall be issued in absentia, and registration charges shall not be refunded at any stage.


Payment Detail for Registration
Account No. –38109063445

Account Holder’s Name – Himachal Pradesh National Law University

Branch – Ghandal (63954)

IFS Code – SBIN0063954

CONTACT

Mr. Swastik Grover +91 8219059577

Ms. Akshara Popli +91 8586067100

mail- [email protected]

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