Organizing Committee

University of Delhi
29th Indian Colloquium on Chief Patron: Prof. Yogesh Singh, Vice-Chancellor,
The University of Delhi is a premier university of
Micropaleontology and University of Delhi
the country with a venerable legacy and
Vice Patron: Prof. Debajyoti Choudhary, Dean Science
Stratigraphy Chairperson: Prof. Pankaj Srivastava, international acclaim for its highest academic
Head, Department of Geology standards, diverse educational programmes,
Convener: Prof. Ashutosh Kumar Singh distinguished faculty, illustrious alumni, varied co-
Organizing Secretaries: Dr. Pramod Kumar curricular activities and modern infrastructure.
Dr. Naresh Rana Over the many years of its existence, the
17th to 19th October 2024 Mr. Rahul Dixit University has sustained the highest global
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standards and best practices in higher education.
Prof. Devesh K Sinha Its long-term commitment to nation-building and
Prof. G.V.R. Prasad unflinching adherence to universal human values
Prof. Anupam Chattopadhyay are reflected in its motto: 'Nishtha Dhriti Satyam'
Prof. Partha Pratim Chakraborty 'निष्ठा धृनि सत्यम् ' (Dedication, Steadfastness and
Prof. Shashank Shekhar
Prof. Vimal Singh
Truth). The University of Delhi completed 100
Prof. G.K. Sharma (on Deputation from KU Nainital)) years of its existence and the year 2022-23 was
Dr. S.K. Singh celebrated as the Centenary year and culminated
Dr. Ashima Saikia with the gracious presence of the Honourable
Museum, Department of Geology, University of Delhi Dr. Anindita Dey Prime Minister of India at the Valedictory function.
Dr. Saquib Abdullah
Dr. Sardine Varay
Dr. Priyanka Singh Rao
Dr. Manika Gupta Department of Geology
Dr. Subham Mukherjee
Department of Geology at the University of Delhi
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IMPORTANT DATES
Center of Advanced studies Registration starts: 1st July, 2024
interactive programs to produce well-trained,
University of Delhi Abstract Submission starts: 1st July, 2024 competent, academic, and professional geologists
Delhi-110007 Abstract Submission ends: 31st August, 2024 capable of scaling new heights in frontiers of
ICMS DU Dates: 17th- 19th October, 2024 geoscience.
Preamble Important Details
The first Indian Colloquium on Micropalaeontology &
Stratigraphy (ICMS) was organised by Dr. S. Sambe Gowda in Bangalore Registration: Kindly fill the attached Registration form with details asked for and mail the filled Registration
to commemorate the 75th birth anniversary of Late Prof. L. Rama Rao. Since
then, with few gaps, the Micropaleontological Community has been
form to [email protected]. / [email protected]. The payment of Registration fee will
enthusiastically organising ICMS at various places in India including begin after we get bank details from the University. We shall inform as and when we receive the details. The
University Departments and Research Institutes. This has been possible due
to the initiative taken by many active workers in the field of registration fee includes Colloquium Lunch and Dinner, Colloquium materials.
Micropaleontology and Stratigraphy. Recent years have witnessed
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tremendous progress in the microfossil’s studies including their application
in palaeoceanographic, paleoclimatic studies along with biostratigraphy,
Registration Fee Name of A/C holder: The Registrar
biochronology and hydrocarbon explorations. This has added to the relevance Delegates: Rs. 4500/- Name of the institution: University of Delhi
of Indian Colloquium on Micropalaeontology and Stratigraphy which has Spouse: 2500/-
become a prominent forum for Indian researches to present their new Bank Name: State Bank of India
findings. The last ICMS was held at SPU University Pune in 2022 after we Research Scholars with Fellowship: 2500/- Branch Name Delhi University, North Campus
all recovered from a rather difficult phase of COVID-19. The Department of Research Scholar without Fellowship: 1500/-
Geology, University of Delhi was entrusted with holding the 29th ICMS and A/c no: 10851299052
we are pleased to release the first Circular. The Department of Geology, Students: Rs. 1000/- IFSC code: SBIN0001067
University of Delhi has been a well-established centre of teaching and
research of Micropaleontology, Biostratigraphy and Biochronology since last
4 decades. The contribution of the department in the field of Biostratigraphy, Travel Advisory: Delhi is well connected to all over India by Train, Air and Roads. Those who wish to travel
Biochronology and paleocenographic researches have been well recognised. by train should note that the booking opens on 17th June, 2024 (4 months earlier). Limited travel support will be
The organising committee of the 29th ICMS extends cordial invitation to you available to Senior Delegates / Superannuated Delegates and students (depending on availability of funds).
for active participation in the deliberations of the Colloquium at Department
of Geology, University of Delhi. October being the festive month, we advise all to book their tickets in advance. The tickets (Air/ Train) must be
booked from Govt Authorized Portals ((a) M/s Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited (BLCL), (b) M/s Ashok
Abstracts are invited under the following Travels & Tours (ATT), (c) Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC)., in case
major themes reimbursement is to be claimed.

• Microfossils and their evolutionary dynamics

• Advancements in Phanerozoic Biostratigraphy and Biochronology Accommodation: The Delhi University North Campus where the ICMS is going to be held in situated close to
employing microfossils. Diachronism in Microfossil events.
• Industrial Applications of Micropalaeontology including
Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station (500 meters) and is a major land mark. Nearby other land marks are GTB Nagar,
Hydrocarbon exploration Kamlanagar, Shakti Nagar, Ramjas College, St Stephen’s College, Hansraj College, Daulat Ram College, Kirorimal
• Application of Microfossils in Indian Stratigraphy and solving College, SGTB Khalsa College, Jubilee Hall, Gwyer Hall, etc. We advise the delegates to book their accommodation
stratigraphic boundary problems from Precambrian to Holocene in nearby Hotels, List of few nearby Hotels have been provided. For a limited number of senior delegates, we will
• Taxonomic advancement in different microfossil groups
• Use of geochemical analyses of microfossils in Paleoceanography,
arrange accommodation in University Guest House (rooms limited). All the listed hotels are on standard booking
paleoclimate and paleoenvironment portals like MMT etc. We can assist in booking your accommodation on request. We are in touch with few
• Application of Microfossils in Paleoclimate, Palaeoceanography, institutions for providing hostel accommodation for students.
paleoenvironmental reconstructions and climate change and
sustainability
• Micropalaeontology in Archaeology & Geochronology 1. Five Elements Hotels -Delhi. (Hotel North Avenue) (INR 2500-3500)
• Studies on ichnology, bryozoan, sponge spicules, testate amoebae, 2. The Twenties Hotel Kamla Nagar (INR 2000-2500)
coral sclerites, etc.)
3. Hotel Red Chilly (INR 1000-1500)
• Micro vertebrate fossils, their evolution and significance in
stratigraphy 4. Amitabh Guest House (INR 2500-3000)
• Culture studies & Experimental, Molecular and Evolutionary 5. Hotel NK North Star (INR 1500-2000)
micropalaeontology
• Application of Microfossils in understanding coastal dynamics and
6. TWENTIES KAMLA NAGAR (INR 1500-2000)
sea level changes. 7. Venizia (Sarovar Portico) (INR 3000-4000)
• Taphonomy & Diagenetic effects on preservation 8. Townhouse Derawal Nagar (INR 2000-2500)
• Application of statistical analysis of micropaleontological data for
paleoclimatic interpretations 9. FabHotel Vishesh Villas (INR 2500-2600)
• Any other topic relevant to Micropaleontology and stratigraphy
 29th Indian Colloquium on
Micropaleontology and Stratigraphy (17th to 19th October 2024)
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