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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Empowering tomorrow's legal minds: How GL Bajaj Institute of Law is driving tech-enabled legal education in India
The landscape of legal education in India is undergoing a dynamic transformation, shaped by rapid technological advancements and a progressive vision for the future. This shift is no longer theoretical — it's visible on the ground, especially at institutions like GL Bajaj Institute of Law, Greater Noida, which is emerging as a front-runner in blending technology with traditional legal education. With support from the Bar Council of India (BCI) and its forward-thinking policies, India's legal education framework is evolving to become globally competitive and future-ready. And GL Bajaj Institute of Law stands at the heart of this revolution, embracing innovation, experiential learning, and multidisciplinary integration to develop the next generation of legal professionals. Bridging gaps with digital access and inclusivity Technology has dramatically widened access to legal knowledge. Students across India, whether from metros or remote districts, can now access legal databases, case law archives, and open-access journals at the click of a button. GL Bajaj Institute of Law is empowering its students with this very access through digital libraries, online learning platforms, and e-learning resources that democratize legal education. As a result, students at GL Bajaj will be exploring, researching, and debating them in virtual classrooms, simulation-based environments, and AI-powered legal analytics tools. These tools will provide personalized feedback and allow for more adaptive learning, a game-changer for students preparing to thrive in modern legal roles. From rote learning to skill-based legal practice Recognising that the courtroom of tomorrow will be as digital as it is physical, GL Bajaj Institute of Law has introduced smart classrooms, digital moot courts, and AI-backed legal research labs. These setups allow students to polish their legal acumen through hands-on experiences rather than just textbooks. This practical, technology-driven model of education is fully aligned with the BCI's goals of promoting skill-based, ethically grounded legal learning. GL Bajaj Institute of Law supports the BCI's efforts to implement digitization in curriculum delivery, renew licenses through online platforms, and instill values such as teamwork, ethics, and interdisciplinary thinking into students. Kartikay Agarwal, CEO of GL Bajaj Educational Institutions, Greater Noida/ Mathura, at the ET Conclave, speaking on embedding tech-enabled Education, especially Legal Education. Curriculum for the future– built today Unlike traditional law colleges that are yet to integrate tech-forward courses, GL Bajaj Institute of Law will offer specialised programs in collaboration with its technology course in areas such as cyber law, fintech regulation, data privacy, and artificial intelligence– fields that are increasingly shaping India's legal landscape. What truly sets the institute apart is its interdisciplinary approach. Leveraging GL Bajaj's legacy in engineering and management, law students are encouraged to engage in cross-departmental learning that combines law with technology, business, and public policy. Through partnerships with leading law firms, legal tech companies, and international universities, students will gain global exposure while staying rooted in Indian jurisprudence. Faculty that builds thinkers and doers GL Bajaj Institute of Law prides itself on having a faculty blend that brings together renowned academicians and seasoned industry experts. Advisory Board members include Prof. V. Vijayakumar, Former Vice Chancellor of National Law Institute University, Bhopal, Mr. Pranay Goyal, Partner at Wadia Ghandy & Co., and Mr. Prashant Srivastava, Attorney, Regional Counsel & Head of Contracts & Risk (GLO) at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, and more are being added. These mentors bridge theory with real-world application, training students to become not just lawyers, but problem-solvers, reformers, and policy influencers. From courtroom simulations to pro bono legal aid initiatives, students are guided to become legal professionals who are as socially conscious as they are technically competent. Creating an ecosystem of support and innovation GL Bajaj Institute of Law aims at taking steps to create a culture of innovation and organize legal conclaves, guest lectures by Supreme Court judges, internships with reputed law chambers, and continuous workshops on emerging legal technologies. The institute also supports mental wellness, personality development, and communication training, ensuring students are prepared for every aspect of a demanding legal career. An institutional vision to lead India's legal future At GL Bajaj Institute of Law, the goal is clear– to become India's most forward-thinking legal institution where technology, tradition, and transformation coexist. It is not just about creating lawyers. It is about creating 21st-century legal minds who are agile, ethical, and equipped for a world where justice is as much about algorithms as it is about advocacy. In today's evolving legal ecosystem, institutions must be agile, visionary, and inclusive and GL Bajaj Institute of Law embodies all three. As technology redefines the legal profession, the institute is already ahead of the curve, integrating global best practices with India's unique legal heritage. With strong support from the Bar Council of India and a dedicated faculty, GL Bajaj Institute of Law is building future-ready professionals who will lead in courts, boardrooms, policy think tanks, and digital platforms alike.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GL Bajaj: Fueling brains for the AI age
Kartikay Agarwal, CEO, GL Bajaj Educational Institutions, Greater Noida/Mathura and Diedrich, Senior Vice President and Global Innovation Officer at Cisco,USA, inaugurated the Cisco Centre of Excellence at GL Bajaj campus. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword — it's a revolutionary force reshaping how we live, work, and interact. Recognising this shift early, the GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management, one of the premier institutions in North India and considered one of the leading colleges in 2025, has taken structured and impactful steps to position itself as a hub for AI excellence. With a future-facing curriculum and an ecosystem enabling innovation, GL Bajaj is preparing students for jobs and is equipping them to lead the AI revolution. Building the foundation: Curriculum and infrastructure AI is deeply ingrained in the academic framework at GL Bajaj, spanning disciplines such as in CSE, IT, AI/ML, Data Science, and even management programs like MBA and MCA. The curriculum is designed to move beyond theoretical concepts and push students into the world of real-time AI problem-solving, algorithm development, ethical AI, and intelligent systems. The Cybersecurity Lab by Palo Alto at the GL Bajaj Campus The Cybersecurity Lab by Palo Alto at the GL Bajaj Campus. To support this vision, GL Bajaj houses the state-of-the-art NVIDIA DGX A100 AI Supercomputing Lab, inaugurated by Dr. K. Sivan, the former Chairman of ISRO. GL Bajaj has also been a top engineering institute in Greater Noida and the first and only institute in North India to set up the Cybersecurity Lab in association with Palo Alto Networks, with the aim of integrating AI efficiently into the learning system. The Institute recently inaugurated the CISCO Centre of Excellence at its campus, which aims to provide the students with industry-related training. These labs empower students and researchers to work with the same AI infrastructure used by top-tier AI research teams globally. Empowering Innovation: AI in action GL Bajaj doesn't just teach AI — it lives it. Through its dedicated Incubation & Innovation Cell, the institute has successfully incubated over 102 student startups, many of which focus on AI-driven solutions. These ventures are recognised nationally and have attracted international interest and collaboration. The institution hosted the KAVACH 2023 Hackathon, a national initiative under the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, focused on cybersecurity and innovation. GL Bajaj was selected as one of the few host campuses across India, further validating its leadership in tech-driven academia. Real-world achievements: Students making a global impact GL Bajaj students are not only learning in classrooms; they are building real, scalable, and globally relevant AI solutions. A prime example is Garvit, a student, who recently won an international hackathon featuring participants from over 10 countries, putting GL Bajaj on the world map of student innovation. Additionally, GL Bajaj teams bagged top honours at the Bharat Shiksha Expo 2025, winning national accolades for innovation in education, digital transformation, and ethical AI applications. These achievements reflect the hands-on, impact-driven learning culture at GL Bajaj. GL Bajaj students have developed standout projects poised for global impact. Few of them are the IWDP,the AI -AI-Interview, the Smart Meeting Attendance System and the Ethiscan. The project IWDB (Intelligent Web Database) uses AI with NLP and CNN to provide real-time content moderation, detecting harmful text and images via a browser extension linked to a Flask backend. AI-Interview is an interactive career coach that simulates real interviews, generating resume-based questions and providing detailed feedback on tone, clarity, and confidence through NLP and tone analysis. The Smart Meeting Attendance System leverages and ReactJS to enable in-browser facial recognition for secure, contactless attendance without compromising user privacy. Lastly, EthiScan fights unethical e-commerce practices by detecting over 14 types of Dark Patterns using LLMs and machine learning, offering a browser extension, mobile app, and analytics dashboard to promote transparent digital commerce. The driving force: People and partnerships Kartikay Agarwal, CEO, GL Bajaj Educational Institutions, Greater Noida/Mathura honouring Prof. (Dr.)T.G. Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE, at the inaugural function of the AICTE Idea Lab at the campus. The transformation of GL Bajaj into a national leader in AI education is driven by visionary leadership. Pankaj Agarwal, Vice Chairman of GL Bajaj Educational Institutions, Greater Noida/ Mathura, has consistently emphasised the need for education to adapt to the needs of the future. Considered one of the leading engineering colleges in Delhi NCR , the institute has also collaborated with companies for certification programs and hands-on learning modules. Industry experts regularly visit the campus for seminars, masterclasses, and real-time project evaluations. Pankaj Agarwal, Vice Chairman, GL Bajaj Educational Institutions, Greater Noida/Mathura felicitating Former ISRO Chairman, at the inaugural function of NVIDIA AI Learning and Research Centre at the GL Bajaj campus. Over the years, GL Bajaj has hosted leaders such as Shrikant Bolla (Industrialist), Prof. T. G. Sitharam (AICTE Chairman), and top executives from Infosys, HCL, and TCS, creating a space where students are constantly engaged with national thought leaders. Where ambition meets innovation From housing one of the best AI labs in India to producing students who are solving real-world problems with intelligence and empathy, GL Bajaj has emerged as a leader in AI-driven education. With national accolades, global recognition, and strong industry partnerships, the institute continues to empower its students to be creators, leaders, and changemakers in a rapidly evolving world.
