Publications
- Faculty at ICFAI University Mizoram are actively engaged in research across a diverse range of disciplines, consistently publishing their work in high-impact, peer-reviewed national and international journals and presenting papers and participating in prominent national and international conferences and seminars.
Research Papers Published in Journals
- Dr. Lalsangliani published a research paper on ‘Analysis of Section 10 of the Indian Contract Act in Relation to E-Contracts’, in the International Journal of Law Management and Humanities. ISSN-2581 5369
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar published a research paper on ‘Is Tobacco Marketing Overpowering Tobacco Control in India?’, in the Colombo Business Journal: International Journal of Theory & Practice,Vol 12, No.2. ISSN: 1800-363X
Book Chapters Published
- Vanlallawmkimi published a chapter titled ‘EMRS in Mizoram: Status, Functions, Impacts and its Inclusivity’, in the book, Dimensional Perspectives in Research. ISBN: 978-93-91773-07-6
- Vanlaltana published a chapter titled ‘Folklore tarmitatangin ‘Hostel awmtu, in the book Daingul II. ISBN: 978-81-951935-6-1
- Vanlaltana published a chapter titled ‘Thawmvunga’, in the book, Rothul. ISBN: 978-881-81-951732-5-9
- Vanlaltana published a chapter titled ’Film Adaption’ in the book, Mizo Screenplay. ISBN: 978-93-5473-242-
- Lalengkima published an article entitled ‘Act East Policy and Soft Power Interlink for North East India’ in the book Sanjeev Kumar Sharma Contemporary State Politics in India. New Delhi: 2022.
- B.Lalruatpuia published a chapter titled ‘Mizo HmeichheHuaisenDarpawngi’AITING (A Study of Selected Mizo Poetry) (By Dept. of Mizo, Govt. Khawzawl College) ISBN: 978-93-94429-00-0
Papers Presented in Seminars/Conferences by Faculty
- Dr. Lalsangliani participated in the IP Awareness Training Program under National Intellectual Property Awareness Mission, organized by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and TradeMarks, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India, on 5th July, 2022.
- Dr. Lalsangliani participated in the National Online Faculty Development Program organized by School of Legal Science, K.R. Mangalam University during 8th August - 13th August, 2022 and presented a paper on ‘Changing Dimensions of Legal Education in Contemporary Era’.
- Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science, presented a joint paper at the ‘National seminar on Local Governance & Management in Northeast India’ organized by Department of Management, Mizoram University, on the topic “Convergence of Local Governance Administration (Village Council) with Self-Help Group (SHG) under Mizoram State Rural Livelihood Mission”.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, served as a resource person for the Village Level Development Program - Eco-Tourism and Hospitality, a pilot program conducted under the supervision of the Planning & Program Implementation Department of the Mizoram Government. It was part of the Ailawng EPA Launching Program, organized by the Mizoram Science, Technology & Innovation Council, an autonomous Government Institution operating under the Directorate of Science & Technology. The event took place on June 10th, 2022, in Ailawng Village.
- Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce, participated in the Information Session on Fulbright by Nehru Postdoctoral Research and Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship for Postdoctoral, Fulbright India Commission, 1st July, 2022.
- Dr. Lalengkima presented a paper entitled ‘Alcohol and Drugs Problems in Mizoram: What needs to be done?’ in the National Seminar on ‘Mizoram since Independence: Changes and Development in Polity and Society’ jointly organized by Mizoram Political Science Association (MIPSA) and Govt. Mamit College at Mamit on 6th and 7th October, 2022.
- Dr Laithangpuii, Department of History, presented a paper titled “Four Decades of the Historical Journal Mizoram(1982-2022): A Review” at the XLII Annual Conference of the Mizo History Association on 8th and 9th December, 2023, at Government Hrangbana College, Aizawl, Mizoram.
Seminars/Webinars/Workshops
- Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science, participated in a four day workshop on ‘National Education Policy 2020: Strategic Action Plan and Goals for Twinning /Dual /Joint Degrees’ organized by University Grants Commission and Human Resource Development Centre, Mizoram University, from 24th to 27th June, 2022.
- Lalsangliani, Department of Management, attended a workshop on ‘New Education Policy 2020: Strategic Action Plan and Goals’, organized by Human Resource Development Centre, Mizoram University during 22nd June - 27th June, 2022.
- Lalsangliani, Department of Management, participated in a one day workshop on ‘Intellectual Property Rights & Grass Root Innovation’ organized by the IPR Cell, ICFAI University, Mizoram in collaboration with Mizoram Science, Technology & Innovation Council, Government of Mizoram on 26th September, 2022.
- Lalsangliani, Department of Management, organized a one day workshop on ‘Skill Development Awareness Program’ in collaboration with LESDE, Government of Mizoram at ICFAI University Mizoram on 31st October, 2022.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, participated in an online workshop on Research Ethics and Plagiarism’, jointly organized by Learning Resource Centre and Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Bennett University on 7th July, 2022.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, participated in a one day workshop on ‘Intellectual Property Rights and Grassroot Innovation’ on 26th September, 2022, organized by IPR Cell, ICFAI University Mizoram in association with Mizoram Science, Technology & Innovation Council, Government of Mizoram.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, participated in a one day workshop on ‘NEP 2020: Strategic Action Plan & Goals for Twinning/ Dual/Joint Degrees’ on 27th June, 2022, organized by UGC HRDC, MZU.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, participated in a Faculty Induction Program organized by UGC HRDC, MZU between 5th July, 2022 to 1st August, 2022.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, conducted NSS Program Officer Orientation training at IIE Guwahati between 4th August to 10th August, 2022.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, participated in the 3rd Asian Tourism Research Conference 2022, an online workshop on ‘Rethinking Asian Tourism: Regional Integration, Sustainability and Digital Transformation’ on 1st October, 2022 by CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore.
- Rody Lalrammawii Hmar, Department of English, participated in a National Workshop on “National Education Policy 2020 Implementation: Strategic Action and Plans for Multidisciplinary and Holistic Education” held on 23rd and June 2022 by UGC HRDC, MZU.
- Rody Lalrammawii Hmar, Department of English, attended an online workshop on “National Education Policy 2020: Strategic Action Plan and Goals for Internationalization of Higher Education” held on 24th June 2022 by UGC HRDC, MZU.
- Badi Naran Singh, Department of Management, participated in an online workshop on National Education Policy 2020 Strategic Action Plan & Goals.
- Badi Naran Singh, Department of Management participated in the TEW program of National Center of Mathematics and TEW - Groups, Rings and Number Theory (2022) at Mizoram University from 12th to 17th December 2022.
- Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce, attended an online workshop on ‘National Education Policy 2020: Strategic Action Plan & Goals’, organized by UGC-HRDC Mizoram University from 22nd to 27th June.
- Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce, participated in the National SC-ST Hub Conclave, Organized by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, on 15th October, 2022.
- Vanlallawmkimi, Department of Education, participated in the National workshop on ‘National Education Policy 2020 Implementation Plan: Equity and Inclusion & Global Outreach of Higher Education’, organized by UGC-HRDC Mizoram University on 14th October, 2022.
- Dr. Gloria Lalchhanhimi, Department of Education, participated in the National webinar on ‘Significance of Ancient Indian Sciences and Role of Teachers in Its Integration in Curriculum’, organized by the Department of Education, Mizoram University (A Central University) on 14th September, 2022.
- Lalruatluanga, Department of Geography, attended a digital program on ‘Implementation of National Education Policy 2020 for University and College Teacher’ on 25th October, 2022.
- Dr. Laithangpuii, Department of History, was a panelist in the 3rd International Workshop on Scientific Applications in South Asian Archaeology. This event was held on December 9th and 10th, 2022, at Hotel Jäpfu in Kohima, Nagaland. The workshop served as an integrative platform to discuss research aimed at reconstructing the past. During the workshop, Dr. Laithangpuii also presented a paper entitled ‘Status of Archaeology in Mizoram: Problems and Prospects’.
- Dr Vanlalhruaii Leivang, Department of Management, attended a Case Study Workshop on ‘Mapping Career Aspirations with Market Trends & Developmental Needs: A Case of Telangana Higher Education Space’, on 20th January, 2023.
- Dr Vanlalhruaii Leivang, Department of Management, attended a Case Study Workshop on ‘Technology in Action: Agility and Transformation’, on 27th January 2023.
- Dr Vanlalhruaii Leivang, Department of Management, participated in a Faculty Development Program on ‘Innovative Methods, Skills and Eco-friendly Technologies for Quality and Impactful Research’, between 30th January to 3rd February, 2023.
- Dr Juliet F Zarzoliani, Department of Economics; Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management; Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality; Dr Lalthanpuii Sailo, Department of History; Dr. Gloria Lalchhanhimi, Department of Education; Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce; Dr. Lalengkima, Department of Political Science; Rodi Lalramawii Hmar, Department of English; Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science; Lalruatluanga, Department of Geography; Dr. Laithangpuii, Department of History; Lalsangliani, Department of Commerce and Vanlallawmkimi, Department of Education participated / organized in a one week National Workshop on Research Methodology by ICFAI University, Mizoram between 21st to 27th November, 2022.
Lectures Delivered
- Dr. Lalengkima, Department of Political Science, delivered a lecture on ‘Parliament thutkhawmthlirna & Parliament rorel tih buaiinanghawngtheihte’ on 3rd August, 2022, telecast on the DD Mizoram Channel.
- Dr. Lalengkima, Department of Political Science, delivered a special lecture on “An Introduction to Gandhian Philosophy’ at Mizoram Christian College (MCC) organized by the Department of Political Science, MCC in observation of Gandhi Jayanti on 3rd October, 2022.
- Lalsangliani, Department of Management led the one-day Anti-Ragging Sensitization Program organized by the College of Veterinary Sciences & AH, Central Agricultural University, Selesih, Mizoram on 30th September, 2022.
- Lalsangliani, Department of Management, was invited as a special speaker to deliver a lecture on the topic ‘Introductory Session on Startup and its Benefits’, during National Startup Day Mizoram Edition organized by the Research and Development Branch of the Planning & Program Implementation Department of Government of Mizoram on 16th January, 2023 at Dawrpui Multipurpose Hall, Aizawl.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, chaired a session during the one day workshop on ‘Intellectual Property Rights & Grass Root Innovation’, held at ICFAI University Mizoram on 26th September, 2022, organized by the university’s IPR Cell in collaboration with Mizoram Science,Technology & Innovation Council, Directorate of Science & Technology, Government of Mizoram.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, delivered online lectures on ‘Fundamentals of Logistics and Supply Chain Management’ for the MBA program in Mizoram University during 17th & 18th October, 2022.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, delivered online lectures on ‘Trends in Entrepreneurship’ for the MBA program in Mizoram University during 5th – 8th October, 2022.
- Dr. Shamim Akhtar, Department of Management, delivered online lectures on ‘Digital Marketing & e-CRM’ for the B.Com program in Mizoram University from 12th to 19th October, 2022 and 20th to 27th October, 2022.
- Lalruattluanga, Department of Geography, led sessions on Geospatial Training for Higher Secondary School at Greenland Higher Secondary School and Children Guidance School from 17th to 25th October, 2022.
- Malsawma Hauhnar, Department of Information Technology, delivered a lecture on ‘Data Mining and Data Warehousing’ on 24th November, 2022.
Other Academic Activity
- Dr. Lalengkima, Department of Political Science, participated in the DDK Aizawl Regional Live Talk Show on ‘Parliament Thutkhawm thlirna & Parliament rorel tih buaiin a nghawng theih te’ (Discussion on Parliament session & Parliament Disruption and its impact) on 3rd August, 2022 @ 5:30 pm. Stable URL: https://youtu.be/QHQFk-61Kl4
- Dr. Shamin Akhtar, Department of Management, completed a Induction Program by UGC-HRDC, Mizoram University held from 5th July to 1st August 2022 and obtained Grade A.
- Dr. Lalengkima, Department of Political Science, participated in the DDK Aizawl Regional Live Talk Show on ‘ZORAM THUPUI: Lok Sabha Inthlanpui Thlirletna’ (Review of Lok Sabha General Election 2024) on 5th June, 2024 @ 5:30 pm. Stable URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kT1VTWo09Y&t=5s
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of Hospitality, observed NSS Green Mizoram Day on 9th June 2022 at the Campus and 50 saplings were planted at the Campus.
- Vanlallawmkimi, Department of Education, participated in the 4th Faculty Induction Program (online) held from 5th July to 1st August, 2022 organized by MZU HRDC, Mizoram University.
- Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce, participated in UGC Faculty Induction Program, HRDC, MZU, from 5th July to 1st August, 2022.
- Dr. Zothanchhungi, Department of Commerce, conducted a one day Study Tour to Sihhmui, Mizoram, organized by the Department of Commerce, ICFAI University Mizoram.
- Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science, jointly organized a “Meet the Author” program with the Department of History, IUM on 6th September, 2022 on the book “Indian Union Chhunga Zofate Rin Luh Kan Nih Dan” written by K. Remruatfela.
- Lalruattluanga, Department of Geography, organized a special lecture program on ‘Geography and its Relevance’ on 27th and 28th September, 2022.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of BBA, served as a resource person to promote the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at four different schools. The promotion events took place as follows: at Bethel Mission School in Champhai and Champhai High School, on November 2nd, 2022; at Calvin Higher Secondary School in Hunthar, Aizawl, on January 27th, 2023; and at New Hope School in Khatla, Aizawl, on February 2nd, 2023.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of BBA, attended training for the ‘10th Edition of International Tourism Mart’, at Vanapa Hall, Aizawl with Yuva Tourism Club members.
- Zairemmawii Ralte, Department of BBA, served as Nodal Officer in the 10th Edition of the International Tourism Mart held from 16th to 19th November, 2022 at AR Lammual, Aizawl, R. Denthuama Hall, Mualpui and Raj Bhavan, Aizawl.
- Dr LalthanpuiiSailo, Department of History, served as Joint Editor on the Historical Journal Mizoram Vol.X vol. XXIII.
- Lalruattluanga, Department of Geography, completed a professional development program on ‘Implementation of National Education Policy 2020 for University and College Teacher’, organized by Indira Gandhi National Open University.
- Lalruattluanga, Department of Geography, organized a special lecture on ‘Spatial Geography and Scope’ innovation and careers in geography.
- Dr. Laithangpuii, Department of History, participated as a study team member in the accidental discovery of a stone sculpture at Darlawn, Mizoram. The team was constituted by the Director of the Art & Culture Department of the Government of Mizoram. Team members included Vanlalhuma Singson, archaeologist from Art & Culture Department, Government of Mizoram; Dr. J. Malsawma, Assistant Professor, Geology Department at Mizoram University; Dr. Lalhminghlua, from the Deccan College Post-Graduate and Research Institute, Pune; and Dr. Laithangpuii, Assistant Professor Department of History at ICFAI University Mizoram. From October 2022 to January 2023, this team worked on assembling pottery shards from an excavation originally conducted in April 2022 at Ailawng. This archaeological endeavor was a collaboration between the Department of History, ICFAI University Mizoram, Mizo Archaeological Society, and the Art & Culture Department of the Government of Mizoram. The reassembled pot has since been transferred to the Mizoram State Museum in Aizawl for preservation and display.
- Dr. Laithangpuii, Department of History, was co – organizer of Meet The Author Program on 6th October, 2022, at ICFAI University, with K Remruatfela, author of Indian Union Chhunga Zofate Rinluh Kan Nih Dan.
- Dr. Laithangpuii, Department of History, undertook a project titled ‘History of The Mizo Chiefs Vandula and Ropuiliani’ from SEL Foundation chanmari Aizawl 2022-2023 (ongoing).
- Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science, organized a special lecture on the ‘Scope and Prospect of Political Science in Civil Service Exam’ on 20th January, 2023.The lecture was given by Mr. VL Chaka Hmar, Mizoram Civil Service (2020 batch).
- Fiona Lalmalsawmi, Department of Political Science, organized a special lecture as part of our faculty exchange program on “Relevance of Western Political Philosophy” on 20th January 2023.The lecture was given by Dr. Benjamin Lalfakzuala, Assistant Professor, Mizoram Christian College.