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NLU Delhi confers honorary doctorate on Justice A.K. Sikri at 12th convocation

By Sangeeta Sharma
New Delhi, Sep 6 (UNI) National Law University (NLU) Delhi, in its 12th Annual Convocation held today, conferred the honorary degree of Doctorate in Law (LL.D., Honoris Causa) on Justice A.K. Sikri, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to law, justice, and public service, and his lifelong commitment to upholding constitutional values. The honorary degree was awarded on the recommendation of the Academic Council, Executive Council, and Governing Council of the University.
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Agraj Pratap Singh
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16 May 2026 | 11:41 PM


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India to receive priceless 11th-Century Chola copper plates from Netherlands, says PM Modi

16 May 2026 | 10:58 PM

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