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Oct 29, 2026
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Institute of Advanced Research (IAR), Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Overview

CyberPeace participated in the International Conference on Intelligent, Secure & Human-Centered Technologies (ICISHCT 2026), held on 29–30 October 2026 at the Institute of Advanced Research (IAR), Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The conference brought together experts, researchers, academicians and technology professionals to explore advancements in intelligent, secure and human-centred technological solutions. The event provided a platform for meaningful discussions, knowledge exchange and collaborative engagement across emerging technology domains.

Key Focus Areas

The conference addressed several important areas of technological advancement, including:

  • Artificial Intelligence: Exploring intelligent systems and responsible AI applications.
  • Cybersecurity: Strengthening digital security, cyber resilience and protection mechanisms.
  • Internet of Things (IoT): Discussing connected technologies and secure IoT ecosystems.
  • Quantum Computing: Exploring emerging quantum technologies and their potential applications.
  • Robotics: Understanding advancements in intelligent automation and robotics.
  • Emerging Technologies: Examining innovative solutions shaping the future of technology.

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Key Highlights and Engagement

The conference facilitated expert discussions, research-oriented interactions and knowledge-sharing opportunities among participants from diverse technological backgrounds. It encouraged collaboration between academia, industry and other stakeholders while highlighting the importance of integrating security, innovation and human-centric principles into technological development.

CyberPeace's participation reflected its continued engagement with emerging technology developments and its commitment to promoting cybersecurity awareness, research collaboration and responsible technological innovation.

Outcomes and Significance

The participation reinforced the importance of collaborative approaches towards developing secure, inclusive and human-centred technological ecosystems. The conference also provided opportunities to exchange perspectives on emerging cybersecurity challenges, explore research collaborations and understand the evolving role of advanced technologies in strengthening digital trust and resilience.

Conclusion

CyberPeace's participation in ICISHCT 2026 strengthened its engagement with the research and innovation ecosystem, particularly across artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, quantum computing and other emerging technologies. The conference highlighted the need to ensure that technological progress remains secure, inclusive and aligned with human needs. CyberPeace remains committed to fostering meaningful collaborations, advancing cybersecurity research and contributing towards a safer, more resilient and trusted digital future.

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Agenda
Registration begins from 09:00
10:00 AM to 10:10 AM
Welcome Address and Opening Remarks
Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd)
Ex National Cyber Security Coordinator
Prime MInister’s Office, Government of India
10:10 AM to 10:20 AM
Address
Prof. Rajan Bose
Director IIT Delhi
10:20 AM - 10:25 AM
Industry Address
Dr. Subi Chaturvedi
Global Senior Vice President & Chief Corporate Affairs & Public Policy Officer
InMobi Group
10:25 AM to 10:30 AM
Address
Professor Sanjay Jha
Director of Research and Innovation, School of Computer Science and Engineering
UNSW, Sydney
10:30 AM to 10:35 AM
Address
Ms. Pooja Kinger
Homeland Security Investigation
US Embassy
10:35 AM to 10:40 AM
Government Address
Dr. Gaurav Gupta
Additional Director / Scientist 'E'
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
10:40 AM - 10:45 AM
Survivor Video
10:45 AM to 11:45 PM
PANEL 1
Emerging Technologies and vulnerable Populations: A Security by design Approach
Mr. Samiran Gupta
Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement and Managing Director, Asia Pacific
Internet Corporation for assigned Names and Numbers
Professor Sanjay Jha
Director of Research and Innovation
School of Computer Science and Engineering UNSW, Sydney
Prof Anjali Kaushik
Professor, Ex-DEAN, and Chair, CoE on Digital Economy and, Cyber Security (DECCS),
Management Development Institute, Gurgaon
Dr. Shruti Mantri
Associate Director
Institute of Data Sciences,Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
Moderator
Maj Gen (Dr) Ripin Bakshi AVSM, VSM (Retd)
Senior Fellow
Center for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS)
11:45 PM to 12:00 PM
Tea / Coffee Break
12:00 PM to 12:15 PM
Paper Presentation, GD Goenka
12:15 PM to 12:25 PM
Launch of Report and Unveiling of the Digital Forensics Magazine
12:25 PM to 12:35 PM
Debriefing of the Report: Fact-Checking India: Identifying the Spread of Fake News and Policy Recommendations for Combating Misinformation
Dr. Shruthi Mantri
Associate Director
Institute of Data Sciences, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
12:35 PM to 12:45 PM
Key Highlights of the Study: Unmasking the Digital Deception: Advancements in Tackling Misinformation, Deepfakes & AI Generated Fakes
Prof Anjali Kaushik
Professor, Ex-DEAN, and Chair, CoE on Digital Economy and, Cyber Security (DECCS),
Management Development Institute, Gurgaon
12:45 PM to 13:00 PM
Keynote Address: The Cornerstones of Trust and Safety in Digital Environments
Smt. Rekha Sharma
Member of Parliament
Rajya Sabha
13:00 PM to 14:00 PM
Networking and Lunch
14:00 PM to 15:15 PM
PANEL 2
Risk Mitigation in Digital Environments: Elevating User Grievance Redressal Mechanisms and Trust-Building in the Age of Emerging Technologies
Dr.Pavan Duggal
Advocate
Supreme Court of India
Mr. Bhajan Poonia
CTO
OLX India
Dr. Rakesh Maheshwari
Former Sr. Director and Group Coordinator, Cyber Laws and Data Governance,
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Government of India
Mr. Sudhir Sharma
Sr Manager, Product Management, GTM Support Operations
Google Singapore
Dr. Aparajita Bhatt
Associate Professor of Law & Director, Center for Cyber Laws
National Law University, Delhi
Moderator
Mr. Pradyot Chandra Haldar
President Policy Perspective Foundation (PPF)
Former Director, Intelligence Bureau, Government of India
15:15 PM to 15:30 PM
Tea Break
15:30 PM to 16:30 PM
Awards AND HONORS
Cyberpeace Honors
eRaksha Winners
CyberPeace Corps Volunteers
16:30 PM to 17:00 PM
Valedictory session
Mr. Suresh Yadhav
Senior Director (A.I) Trade Oceans and Natural Resources Directorate Commonwealth Secretrait
Major Vineet Kumar
Founder and Global President CyberPeace
Agenda
Mitigating AI Risks & AI Safety Roundtable
OFFICIAL PRE-SUMMIT EVENT OF THE AI IMPACT SUMMIT 2026
18:00–18:05 PM
Welcome & Context Setting
Opening remarks
18:05 - 18:25 PM
Key Address
18:25 - 18:30 PM
Announcement
Announcement of the Global iSAFE Hackathon - Secure AI for Everyone (SAFE)
18:30–19:45 PM
Mapping the Challenges
Roundtable focused on identifying top risks —
• Agentic AI Security
• Mitigating the Risk of AI
Discussing the Solutions
Exchange of perspectives from participants on: –
Watermarking & provenance systems – AI safety engineering – Red-teaming andadversarial testing – Cross-sector collaboration and data transparency.
• Privacy implications of autonomous AI systems.
• How consent, data trails, and decision accountability evolve when AI acts on behalfof humans.
• Technical interventions: sandboxing, explainability logs, data-use transparency.
• Speakers from GDC, Academia and Startups
19:40 – 19:55 PM
Collaborative Actions & Redress Frameworks
19:55–20:00 PM
Summary & Commitments
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