The objective of the conference is to invite experts working in the areas of L-functions and related areas to give pedagogic lectures aimed for providing basic understanding of the research topics being covered and highlighting current status. Leading mathematicians working on different aspects of Number Theory will be invited to give lectures that provide a glimpse of cutting edge research in the field. Young researchers will have the opportunity for contributed talks on their research work and to interact with the experts during the conference. The conference is also intended to stimulate further communication among the researchers, which will foster new collaborations and new research directions.