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“Alternate Dispute Resolution mechanisms or more particularly, arbitration, can only be the chosen method if both/all parties to the dispute can agree that it will be so. This freedom is not only insofar as choosing the medium, but it also encompasses choice of forum, applicable law and to some extent even procedural norms.”
“Institutional arbitration in India must continue to expand its reach, strengthen professional capacity, and deepen engagement with global best practices. Encouraging parties, particularly public sector bodies and large commercial entities, to adopt institutional rules more frequently, will play an important role in this transition”.
Hyderabad-based ADR institution, Amika Arbitration and Mediation Council (AAMC) has been recognised by the UNCITRAL thereby becoming one of only four Indian arbitration institutions to have received such recognition.
The International Chamber of Commerce held the 8th ICC India Conference on International Arbitration in New Delhi on 28-02-2026.
Arjun Ram Meghwal updates Parliament on the progress of Pre-Institution Mediation in commercial disputes under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015.
Day 3 of the seventh edition of AIAC’s Asia ADR week navigated crucial topics of discussion in the field of alternative dispute resolution, such as ADR in construction disputes, role of experts and consultants in construction proceedings, automation driven transformation in the construction industry, and SMART Tunnel dispute.
Day 2 of the seventh edition of AIAC’s Asia ADR week navigated crucial topics of discussion in the field of alternative dispute resolution, such as commercial mediation, arbitration reforms, disputes in E-sports, double hatting, and disclosures.
The launch of seventh edition of Asia ADR Week 2025 not only marked the beginning of five impactful days of dialogue, collaboration, and learning, but also symbolised a renewed call to action inviting all stakeholders to seize the moment and shape the future of dispute resolution globally.
At the Nani Palkhivala Arbitration Centre’s panel on “Finality of Arbitral Awards: Principle, Practice and Pitfalls” during India ADR Week 2025, Raunaq B. Mathur, Partner at Saraf & Partners emphasised the evolving judicial approach to arbitral awards.
The 5th National Mediation Competition (NMC 5.0) serves as a premier arena for law students to engage in the practice of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
The medal will be conferred upon a graduating student who has demonstrated academic excellence in ADR, mediation, and allied courses, and who also embodies Justice Ahmadi’s ideals of timely, humane, and accessible justice.
It is a settled position in law that when the arbitration agreement is silent on the aspect of ‘seat’, ‘venue’ or ‘place’ of arbitration, the determining factor will be where the cause of action arises as well as where the defendant/respondent actually or voluntarily resides or carries on their business.
This report contains the keynote address by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar as Chief Guest at the Colloquium organised by India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
“Let us collectively translate this wisdom into action and showcase the best legal template to the 21st-century world.”
Justice Hrishikesh Roy is known for his notable contributions to the causes of alternative dispute settlement and legal aid.
by Abhisaar Bairagi*, Milind Sharma** and Ausaf Ayyub***
