Addressed a full house at Martin Chautari, Kathmandu, today on tackling cross-border human trafficking between India and Nepal. Grateful for the engagement, questions, and hope for a survivor-centered way forward.

I am presenting at DSU Bangalore with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social. We examine how India’s digital health push, from ABDM registries to platforms like Aarogya Setu and Co-WIN, raises deep questions about legality, proportionality, consent, and privacy.

Our new paper is published! Woxsen University’s journal features my work with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social, pp. 34-43, on why the BOCW Act struggles in the Hindi Belt, and how reforms can improve welfare for India’s construction workers. Read here: woxsen.edu.in/uploads/a202...

Spoke at the One Nation One Election Conclave, emphasizing that efficiency can’t override federalism, it’s not a hurdle but a strength. Suggested reforms such as states consent, phased synchronisation, and constructive no-confidence votes, to align efficiency with democracy.

Had a great time delivering a workshop on “Legal Research - 101” for undergraduates at HNLU. We talked about how not to get lost in readings, avoiding common pitfalls, understanding research and crafting meaningful scholarship, and why peer review is basically academic adulting.

Delivered my last class of the semester on Constitutional Governance. Can’t put into words how fulfilling it feels, these kids made me believe even more in my calling to teach!

Super happy! @mohdayazraza.bsky.social and I won the Best Paper Award at HNLU Raipur's International Conference on AI & Law.

College taught us more about crisis management - a little jugaad, some udhaar ideas, and voilà: you’re ready for the real world! I captured this in my first humour piece for India Development Review, trading my usual academic tone for punchlines! Read (and relate!): idronline.org/article/humo...

Honoured to be selected as a 2025 Smitu Kothari Fellow by CFA India. I'll be exploring India’s dual-track energy transition, the paradox of renewables growth alongside fossil fuel dependence, and its implications for climate justice & development. www.cenfa.org/announcing-s...

I'll be presenting today at HNLU, Raipur with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social. We critically examine the ABDM, DPDP Act, and India’s evolving AI framework; exploring privacy safeguards, algorithmic equity, and regulatory readiness in digital healthcare.

I’ll be speaking on “Impact of One Nation, One Election on State Autonomy and Legislative Assemblies” at HNLU, Raipur. Drop by if you’re around. I’ll be unpacking the positives, criticisms, and the way forward for India’s democracy.

In this article, we highlight how frontline social workers, first responders in child sexual abuse cases, bridge law and justice, and why they deserve policy recognition and legal safeguards.

बहुत दिनों बाद किसी किताब को पढ़ने की उत्सुकता महसूस हुई। जैसे ही यह किताब मेरे हाथ में आई, तुरंत पढ़ना शुरू कर दिया। शायद यह हिंदी से लगाव है, या प्रोफेसर @tarunkhaitan.bsky.social और @surbhikarwa.bsky.social के लेखन का प्रभाव।

Sunday-ing with Heart Lamp, the Booker Prize winner, and that too a signed copy by Banu Mushtaq & Deepa Bhasthi.

the notion that equality between the sexes is inherent to the logic of secularism, is false.

Read my latest op-ed published on @oxhrh.bsky.social, co-authored with Aradhana. We explore the role of frontline workers in bridging the gap between law and justice in India’s CSA response. Grateful to Lara Ibrahim her feedback & editing. ohrh.law.ox.ac.uk/legislation-...

Read my latest article published on @oxhrh.bsky.social co-authored with Aradhana. We explore the role of frontline workers in bridging the gap between law and justice in India’s CSA response. Grateful to Lara Ibrahim her feedback & editing. ohrh.law.ox.ac.uk/legislation-...

Stones, Arches, Tombs, Stories, Faith, Legacy - Bada Imambada.

Rare collection, captures a range of emotions. Muhammad Umar Memon has done a great job at curating and translating.

Picked up Gold Diggers by Sanjena Sathian again. I started reading it long ago but never finished. This vacation, I intend to see it through.

Untill 2 am café - supporting in bad decisions, headaches, and meeting deadlines!

Co-authored a chapter with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social in an edited volume "Law in a Changing Society" published by Birla Global University. We explore legal, financial, & policy gaps, and advocated for equitable healthcare access. Read chapter here: tinyurl.com/5n7jaj53

May read! Curious to see how Mathew John unpacks law, identity, and politics in India. @cambridgeup.bsky.social

Delivered a guest lecture on Digital Transformation in Legal Research: Opportunities and Challenges for the Lawlicious Committee. Spoke about research, scholarship, and the ethical use of AI and tech in legal research. An engaging session with a lot of discussion!

Presenting today at the ANVIYA 2.0 - International Seminar on Intellectual Property, with Mohd Ayaz Raza and Shamim Raza, at Central University of South Bihar. Explored how TRIPS caused vaccine delays and hindered health equity during COVID, and underscored the need for IP reform for future crises.

Judged preliminary rounds of 2nd IILM Moot Court Competition organized by School of Law, IILM University, Greater Noida.

وَإِلَى ٱلْجِبَالِ كَيْفَ نُصِبَتْ- and look at the mountains — how they were firmly set up. Quran 88:19. The trek was totally worth the hype! 📍 Bahubali Hills, Morwaniya, #Udaipur

I very frequently come across colloquium/conferences/seminars centered on #ViksitBharat2047 initiative. I'm genuinely curious about the kind of scholarship emerging from these platforms. If any solid work or publications are out already, I’d really appreciate recommendations!

Judged Octa-final and Preliminary rounds of 9th Anand Swaroop Gupta Memorial International Moot Court Competition at Sharda School of Law. 📍 Sharda University, Greater Noida

Instead of discrediting and banning Traditional Healthcare Practitioners (THPs), we must work toward legalizing, training, and empowering them, to integrate them in Indian healthcare system.

Eid Mubarak. 🌙

New flowers, Zinnia @ Bahraich.

Today at Raisina Dialogue 2025 by ORF and MEA India. 📍 Taj Palace, New Delhi

Hosted my boys for Iftaar at my place today. Cheers to breaking fast and bread together. Each of them loves and wait for my Ramzan cooking! 📍 1192

Honored to judge the Quarter-Final & Semi-Final rounds of the City Law College Moot Court Competitiom. The problem was centred around Nikhil Soni v. Union of India, challenging the Santhara practice. Thankful to Prof. Vinay & MCC team for the invitation!

Ramzan Mubarak.

Just started reading Gods, Guns and Missionaries by @waatcoconut.bsky.social. Reviews suggest it's a blend of history, politics, and sharp storytelling. Let's read!

Read my latest paper co-authored with Sariyah Khan on Gram Nyayalayas, published in the IILM Law Journal, Vol. II No. 2 pp. 117-127. We analyzed Gram Nyayalayas' failure & propose solutions for effective grassroots justice. Read full paper here: tinyurl.com/8ft8xvk6.

I was invited to be on the judges panel of the SRMUH Moot Court Competition at SRM University, Haryana. Participants put forth arguments on a problem that explored the intersection of Copyright Law and Competition Law, in the AI era. Witnessed engaging and sharp legal reasoning.

Presenting our paper 'Integration of Traditional Healthcare Practitioners in India’s Healthcare System' at CMP College, University of Allahabad today, with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social. We examined gaps in THP integration with healthcare system and advocate for recognition, training, and inclusion.

Presenting my first-ever Hindi paper today at MPISSR with @mohdayazraza.bsky.social. We explored how the Supreme Court has shaped women's rights through progressive jurisprudence, impacting gender equality. Also, examine gaps in intersectionality, judicial discretion, and enforcement.

Today, at MPISSR for the ICSSR roundtable, discussing women empowerment - its challenges, issues, and opportunities. Excited for the dialogues and actionable, especially for coming up with strategies for the border-districts of Uttar Pradesh.

I'm in Ujjain for the next few days and looking to explore the city's culture and have some fun. Drop your recommendations for must-visit places, local experiences, and the best eateries along with their signature dishes!

Indira Gandhi's favorite breakfast spot. Yes! Small, cozy place in the Teen Murti area. Everything on the menu was absolutely delicious and had that authentic taste. 📍 Mysore Cafe, Thyagraj Marg

Too soon to call it, but this platter might just be the highlight of the Delhi trip. Thanks Syed Haroon for your mehman-nawazi! 📍Nooshe Joon, Lajpat Nagar

In Delhi for the next few days and would love to connect for good conversations and great food - tea, coffee, kebabs, lunch, dinner, you name it. Let’s meet!

Persian Buttercup, also known as Ranunculus, is an Eastern Mediterranean plant blooming in our garden @ Raza House.

Once Javed Akhtar Sahab said, "I bought her the whole shop." Planning to pull that move!

Happy Birthday @mohdayazraza.bsky.social. 😝

गुलाब दिवस।