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Entente 2026
5th International Conference in Humanities, Social Sciences, Management, Library Sciences & Educational Technology
Key Note by Dr. K. Narayanan
- Impactful Research & Publishing Workshop By Dr. Vinay Kumar Kainthola
- Case Writing & Teaching Workshop By Dr. Pankaj Jain
About conference
Key Highlights
- Best Paper Awards in all four areas
- Workshop on Case Writing and Teaching
- Workshop on Impactful Research
- Workshop certificates to participants
Entente 2026 – Speakers
Industry Insights Forum On Technology, Innovation & Sustainability
The Industry Insights Forum at Entente 2026 provides a collaborative platform for
industry leaders, innovators, and academic experts to discuss how technology and
innovation are shaping sustainable futures. As sectors undergo rapid digital
transformation, the forum will explore the role of AI, Industry 4.0, green technologies,
and data-driven systems in enhancing efficiency, resilience, and environmental
responsibility. Participants will reflect on current challenges, skill needs, and
opportunities for advancing sustainable business models. The round-table format
encourages open exchange, enabling actionable insights, partnership ideas, and
strategic directions that can support organizations in aligning with global sustainability
goals. The forum’s outcomes will contribute to broader conference discussions and
future industry–academia collaborations.
Key Note Session Resource Person Dr. K. Narayanan
Dr. K. Narayanan is a distinguished professor and currently serves as the Head of the Department of Economics. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Economics from the Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, after completing his master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Economics from the University of Madras. He also earned a Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the United Nations University Institute of Advanced Studies in Tokyo. Dr. Narayanan’s research spans development economics, energy economics, industrial economics, international business, industry environment linkages, and the socio-economic impacts of climate change. With an extensive academic career, he has served as Professor in the Department of Economics since January 2023, and earlier as Professor and Institute Chair Professor in the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences at IIT Bombay. His prior roles include Associate Professor and Professor at IIT Bombay from 2001 onward, following more than a decade of teaching experience at Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, where he served as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Reader between 1989 and 2001. Dr. Narayanan’s long teaching and research experience reflects a strong commitment to advancing scholarship in economics and understanding the intersection of industry, environment, and society.
Plenary session I Resource Person Prof. Elisabetta Marino
Prof. Elisabetta Marino is a Full Professor of English Literature at the University of Rome Tor Vergata. She has authored significant works on British Bangladeshi literature, Mary Shelley, Tamerlane in British and American writing, and Romanticism. Her scholarly contributions include editing multiple essay collections, guest-editing special issues on transnational and intercultural identities, and translating notable works such as the poetry of Maria Gillan. With over two decades of experience in literary scholarship, translation, and intercultural studies, Prof. Marino’s expertise spans comparative literary analysis, translation and editorial work, and narrative approaches to intercultural exchanges. She holds a Ph.D. in English Literature and an M.A. in Literary Studies.
Plenary session II Resource Person Prof. Lacey J. Davidson
Prof. Davidson is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Indianapolis, specializing in social philosophy—particularly feminist philosophy, the philosophy of race, and feminist ethics—as well as social epistemology and moral psychology. Dr. Davidson’s research examines the social and cognitive dimensions of oppression and appears in major publications such as A Companion to Public Philosophy, The Routledge Handbook of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, The Journal of Applied Philosophy, Fat Studies, Social Trust, Making the Case, Introduction to Implicit Bias, Overcoming Epistemic Injustice, and Teoria. Their academic interests include social structural description and explanation, moral and epistemic responsibility, and interlocking systems of oppression. Prof. Davidson holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Purdue University and a B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science from Wittenberg University
Workshop on Case Writing and Teaching Resource Person Dr. Pankaj Jain
Dr. Pankaj Jain is a recognized case writer whose works are featured by SAGE and Ivey Publishing and have been part of international case collections. His portfolio includes award-winning cases and contributions to the Ancient Leadership Series. With extensive experience mentoring students and scholars in case-based learning, he integrates narrative craft with analytical depth. A Ph.D. in Marketing and an IIM Ahmedabad FDP alumnus, he has over 18 years of teaching experience. His strengths lie in translating real-world managerial challenges into effective classroom cases. Dr. Jain is widely appreciated for advancing case pedagogy in management education.
Workshop on Impactful Research Resource Person Dr. Vinay Kumar Kainthola
Dr. Vinay Kumar Kainthola holds a Diploma in PC Applications and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science. He is a UGC-NET qualified professional and has a Ph.D. in Library and Information Sciences from Kurukshetra University. His research focus is on the use and implementation of ICT tools in LIRC, ICT tools for research, the use of Social Media tools in information management and dissemination, and institutional building activities. The Academic Council of uLektz recognized him as one of the Top 50 Eminent Librarians in India for the year 2020 (uLektz Wall of Fame).He is a seasoned library professional with expertise in research tools and platforms. He has been teaching and guiding researchers and students in utilizing Mendeley Desktop, Mendeley Discovery, ORCID, and other tools for effective research management. With in-depth knowledge of journal selection tools, open-access publishing, and research metrics, he has empowered researchers and students to enhance their research visibility. Dr. Kainthola’s expertise extends to citation and indexing databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Scimago Index, as well as tools like Sherpa Romeo for copyright guidance. He has conducted several workshops and training programme for researchers and students.
Objective of the conference
- To encourage academicians, students, industry experts, practitioners, professionals, researchers, and policy makers to share ideas, problems and solutions.
- To bridge the gap between academic wisdom and industry practices.
- To facilitate discussion and showcase inter-disciplinary research.
- To brainstorm on a series of inter-disciplinary topics that will benefit the
academia and industry. - To facilitate immersion and collaboration in research and teaching
learning.
Target audience
- Students/ research scholars
- Academicians/Researchers
- Policy makers and regulators
- Industry experts /Rating agencies/Law firms
- Chartered accounts / Cost accounts /Company secretaries
- Financial consultants and Practitioners
- NGOs and registered societies/trusts
- Bank/NBFCs/Micro-finance Institutions
- Economists
- Students/ research scholars
- Academicians/Researchers
- Policy makers and regulators
- Industry experts /Rating agencies/Law firms
- Chartered accounts / Cost accounts /Company secretaries
- Financial consultants and Practitioners
- NGOs and registered societies/trusts
- Bank/NBFCs/Micro-finance Institutions
- Economists
Call for paper
Educational technology
- Emerging Technologies Transforming Education
- Digital Pedagogies and Innovative Instructional Design
- Learning Analytics and Educational Assessment
- Data-Driven Learning Design for Optimized Experiences
Library Sciences
- Open Access and Innovation in Libraries
- Role of Library in Research
- Library Professionals in The Present Society
- Curriculum Design & Instruction
- Library as A Gateway to The Knowledge Based Society
- Role of Library Professionals in Age of IoT, AI, and Robotics
Humanities and social sciences
Pandemic and Society
- Implication of Pandemic in Socio-Cultural and Economic Spaces
- Psychological and Philosophical Pursuit
of Happiness and Wellbeing - Post-Pandemic Literature
- Positive Psychology Interventions
- The Pandemic and Mental Health
- Psychotherapy & Humanistic Psychology
- Gender Issues in Pandemic
- Yoga, Meditation & Spirituality
- Philosophy & Resilience
- Mental Health & Wellness
Psychology and Philosophy
- Migration Practices and Literature
- Conflict Literature
- Indian Knowledge System
- Gender and Literature
- Eco-Centrism in Literature
- Teaching Methodologies of
Comparative Literature - Cinema and Literature
- Sustainable literary practices
Literature and Cinema
- Workforce Diversity & Equality
- Child & Adolescent Psychology
- Gender Diversity
- Industrial & Organizational Psychology
- Business and Organization
- Cultural Responsiveness in Education
- Communication Mental Health & Well –
Being - Overcoming Negative Emotions at
Workplace
Management
Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Developments In Wake of Industry 4.0
- Circular Economy
- Blue Economy
- Sustainable Public Policy
- Green Management Tools & Processes
- Sustainable Finance
- Urban Planning and Development
- Sustainable Development in War Ravaged Economies
- Implications of Pandemic on Achieving SDGs
- Sustainability Marketing
- Transformation & Structured Management Practice
- Catalysing Innovation in Organizations
Finance and Banking
- Fund-Raising
- Corporate Financial Policies Cost Management Policies and Opportunities
- Financial Markets, Regulations, and Development
- Sustainable, Environmental Finance, and Investment Innovations
- Behavioural Finance and Its Relevance to Policymaking
- Banking Policies and Financial Inclusion
Business and Strategy
- Business Strategy and Sustainability
- Corporate Governance and Sustainability Reporting
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
- International Marketing
- Business to Consumer (B2C) Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Customer Retention
- Leadership Through ICT
Accounting and Corporate Governance
- Regulations
- Corporate Governance and Ethics
- Accounting and Finance Education
- Corporate Finance and Governance
- Trend and Challenges in Banking and Financial Service
- Emerging Issues in Finance
Human Resources and Organizational Development
- Innovation & Entrepreneurial Management System
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Machine Learning in Organizational Decision-Making
- Learning & Development Needs of New Age & Fast-Growing Organizations
- VUCA and HR Complexities
- Changing Organizational and HR Practices
- Team Building, Organizational Communication & Information Management
- Innovative Practices in Human Resource Management
- Building High-Performance Organizations
- Innovative HR Branding Strategies
- Innovative Organization Change and Effectiveness Strategies
- Creating High-Performance Workplaces for Talent Management
- Innovative Compensation Practices and People Management
Submission guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. Abstract(s) and full paper(s) approved by there review committee will be invited for presentation at the conference.
Softcopy of the abstract in MS word should reach the conference organizing committee through link is provided below on page 15 by 15th February 2026.
The Abstract Submission guidelines are as follows:
- Submit soft copy of the abstract in maximum 500 words in MS word should reach the conference organizing committee through Easy Chair latest by 15th February 2026.
- Abstract must contain details about the names of the author(s), contact details, institutional affiliation, and designation.
- Maximum of 5 keywords are to be provided along with the abstract.
- On selection of the abstract, the author(s) must pay the required fees within 10 days of Acceptance.
- Acceptance of the abstracts shall be communicated via email within a week of abstract submission.
- The link for the Payment Portal is Provided below on Page 16.
The Manuscript Submission guidelines are as follows:
- The full paper should have a separate cover page bearing only the title of the paper and author name(s), designation(s), official address(es) along with phone number(s) and e-mail address(es).
- The full paper should not exceed six pages (all inclusive) using Times New Roman font, 12pt, single spacing and follow APA referencing throughout the manuscript.
- In case of more than six pages, extra charges per page will be paid by author.
- All the submitted papers will undergo plagiarism check. Maximum acceptable limit is 10 %. Papers not satisfying the criteria will be summarily rejected.
- Authors will be notified about the acceptance of their paper(s) for presentation through email.
- AI level also after consulting Dean Research Office.
Awards
- Best paper awards will be conferred in each area, namely Management, Humanities & Social Sciences, Educational Technology, and Library Sciences.
Publication opportunities
- All full papers submitted and accepted till 28 February 2026 will be published in a conference proceeding with ISBN.
- Select Articles will be published with Atlantis Press (part of Springer Nature), with Web of Science Affiliation.
Important Dates
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Abstract Submission | 15th February 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration Opens | 1st January 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration Closes | 30th January 2026 |
| Submission of Full Paper | 28th February 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration | 7th April 2026 |
| Conference | 8–10th April 2026 |
Registration Fee
| Early Bird Registration | Regular Registration | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | National | International | National | International |
| Student/Research Scholar | ₹ 1000/- | $15 | ₹ 1500/- | $20 |
| Academician | ₹ 2500/- | $35 | ₹ 3000/- | $40 |
| Industry/Corporate Person | ₹ 3000/- | $40 | ₹ 3500/- | $45 |
- Registration fee is per paper and is non- efundable. It does not include accommodation charges.
- Registration fee includes, conference kit, conference programme guide, admission to all conference sessions, registration fee payment receipts (Invoices), Certificate of Presentation or Participation, Lunch and High Tea during the conference, bus service within NCR from some spots.
Registration link:
https://easychair.org/account2/signin?l=8246493468411372084
Easy chair link: https://easychair.org/conferences?conf=entente2026
Payment detail: https://rzp.io/l/il65Qh9Ogp
Payment detail: https://rzp.io/l/entente
Also, you can submit the registration fee through NEFT/RTGS in the following bank account:
| Bank Account Details | |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary Name | NIIT UNIVERSITY |
| Beneficiary Bank Name | ICICI BANK LTD. |
| Account No. | 153001000047 |
| IFSC code | ICIC0006631 |
Accommodation charges
- Accommodation will be provided in executive block of the University Campus.
- 2000/-per person per day for Single Room and breakfast, lunch & dinner
- 1500/-per day per person, which includes double sharing room, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- 1500/- per day per person for accompanying person, which includes double sharing room, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Patrons
Mr Rajendra S Pawar
Chairman and Co-Founder,
NIIT Limited
Mr Vijay K Thadani
Managing Director and Vice Chairman,
NIIT Limited
Mentors
Prof. Prakash Gopalan
NIIT University, Neemrana
Mr Harpal Singh
Chairman
Impact Projects Pvt. Ltd.
Prof. Parimal V Mandke
Vice President, NIIT University,
Neemrana
Advisory board
| Prof Sugata Mitra Founder, NIIT University(NU) Chairman and Co-Founder, NIIT Limited | Prof Atma Sahu Chairperson and Professor Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Coppin State University, Maryland, USA |
| Prof Raj Singh Vice Chancellor JAIN (Deemed to be University) | Prof. Emeritus Devendra Pathak Chief Executive Officer Fore Academy of Management Education, Gurgaon Former Vice Chancellor Uttaranchal University, Dehradun |
| Prof Vibhuti Jain Former HOD and Professor Department of History and Culture Dr B R Ambedkar University, Agra | Prof Vineeta Singh Dean Research & Professor Department of Statistics, Institute of Social Science Dr B R Ambedkar University, Agra |
| Prof P Lakshmi Dean United World School of Law (UWSL) Karnavati University, Ahmedabad | Prof Nitesh Bansal Chief Compliance Officer Professor & Vice Dean OP Jindal Global University, Sonipat |
| Prof Kanu Priya Jain Professor & Dean, School of Law Manav Rachna University, Faridabad | Prof. Dr Swati Pal Principal, Janki Devi Memorial College New Delhi, India |
| Prof Samar Sarabhai Professor Marketing Dean Academics, PAN Area Chair – Strategy and General Management, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Jaipur | Prof Tanuja Kaushik Director Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Dean Student Welfare & International Relations, GD Goenka University, Gurugram |
| Dr. Lopamudra Basu Professor, English at University Winconsin-Stout Wisconsin, USA | Prof. Dr. Anuradha Marwah Professor, English, Zakir Hussain College Delhi University, India |
| Dr. Feroza Jusawalla Professor Emerita, University of New Mexico Albuquerque, USA | Dr. Amina Yaqin Professor, Worland Postcolonial Literatures University of Exeter, UK |
| Prof. Dr Meenakshi Bharat Professor, English, Delhi University New Delhi, India |
Organising Committee
| Prof. Vijay Vasantrao Mandke Mentor Professor, Education Technology NIIT University, Neemrana | Convenor |
| Professor Ritu Dangwal Area Director, Humanities NIIT University, Neemrana | Convenor |
| Mr. Vivek Saxena Area Director, Management NIIT University, Neemrana | Convenor |
| Dr Mamta Pankaj Jain Assistant Professor, Management NIIT University, Neemrana | Organizing Secretary |
| Dr Ratika Kaushik AssistantProfessor, Humanities NIIT University, Neemrana | Organising Secretary |
| Ms Gulroop Kaur Assistant Professor, Educational Technology NIIT University, Neemrana | Organising Secretary |
| Dr. Vinay Kumar Kainthola Deputy Librarian and In charge – LIRC NIIT University, Neemrana | Organising Secretary |
Contact details
All questions about submissions should be emailed to:
- Dr Mamta Pankaj Jain
Mamta.P.Jain@niituniversity.in
- Dr Ratika Kaushik
Ratika. Kaushik@niituniversity.in
- Dr. Vinay Kainthola
Vinay. Kainthola@niituniversity.in
- Dr. Gulroop Kaur
Gulroop.kaur@niituniversity.in
+91-9810197694