As the world races forward into an era defined by artificial intelligence, innovation, and geopolitical shifts, the 22nd edition of the India Today Conclave comes with the theme, ‘The Age of Acceleration’. Bringing together some of the most influential minds from across industries, this year’s conclave takes place at Taj Palace, New Delhi, on 7th-8th March and will host a distinguished line-up of speakers who are shaping the future in technology, politics, defence, arts, entertainment, and beyond.
As AI reshapes industries at an unprecedented speed, the integration of robotics, machine learning and automation is altering the very fabric of economies and the workforce. From self-learning algorithms revolutionising decision-making to robotics enhancing healthcare, defence and manufacturing, the conversation at the conclave will focus on the power and responsibility of innovation. Experts will deliberate on the ethical dilemmas, regulatory challenges and economic implications of AI as it moves beyond assisting humans to making autonomous decisions that impact billions.
This year, the India Today Conclave 2025 will showcase groundbreaking advancements in robotics with Spaceo Humanoid and Guardeo Robo Dogs by Muks Robotics. Spaceo, a cutting-edge humanoid pushing the boundaries of human-machine interaction, and Guardeo, an agile robotic dog, exemplify the future of security and surveillance. These innovations will offer a glimpse into the next frontier of AI-driven automation.
Toby Walsh is Chief Scientist at UNSW.ai, UNSW Sydney, and a leading authority on artificial intelligence. With four acclaimed books on AI, including ‘2062: The World That AI Made’ and ‘Faking It: Artificial Intelligence in a Human World’, Walsh has been at the forefront of discussions on the impact, ethics and future of AI in a rapidly evolving world. His insights will be critical as businesses and societies navigate the promises and perils of AI-driven acceleration. The future of AI is not just about technology—it’s about society’s ability to adapt, regulate and harness its potential responsibly. Walsh will be among the distinguished voices, along with other thought leaders, changemakers and disruptors, coming together to discuss the challenges and opportunities in this Age of Acceleration.
Alongside AI pioneers, the conclave will also feature influential voices across politics, business, entertainment and security, ensuring a dynamic exchange of ideas that define the Age of Acceleration.
The India Today Conclave 2025 stands as a defining moment to engage with the ideas and technologies driving the future. As India navigates the Age of Acceleration, this platform will facilitate crucial dialogues that shape the country’s trajectory on the global stage. With an exceptional line-up of speakers and cutting-edge innovations, this is where the future unfolds.
Speakers of the Conclave:
- Rekha Gupta | Chief Minister, Delhi
- Yogi Adityanath | Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
- Prem Singh Tamang | Chief Minister, Sikkim
- D.K. Shivakumar | Deputy Chief Minister, Karnataka
- Abhishek Banerjee | MP & National General Secretary, TMC**
- Anumula Revanth Reddy | Chief Minister, Telangana
- Kiren Rijiju | Minister of Parliamentary Affairs & Minister of Minority Affairs
- Jyotiraditya Scindia | Union Minister of Communications & Development of North Eastern Region
- Rahul Mishra | Designer
- Aamir Khan | Actor, Producer
- Shabana Azmi | Actor;
- Jyotika | Actor;
- Shibani Akhtar | Actor
- Swami Kailashanand Giri | Spiritual Guru and Acharya Mahamandaleshwar, Niranjani Akhada
- Swami Chidanand Saraswati | Spiritual Head, Parmarth Niketan Ashram
- Vikrant Shrotriya | Corporate Vice President & Managing Director, Novo Nordisk India (makers of Ozempic)
- Jean Touboul | CEO, Pernod Ricard India
- Vivek Sahni | Co-founder & CEO, Kama Ayurveda
- Joseph Radhik | Photographer
- Rishab Rikhiram Sharma | Sitar Player
- Rishabh Shroff | Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
- William Dalrymple | Author
- Puneet Chandok | President, Microsoft India & South Asia; Chair CII AI Council
- Nitin Mittal | Principal, Deloitte Global AI & Emerging Markets Leader
- Ana Irene Delgado | Ambassador of Panama to the Organization of American States
- Ashok Malik | Partner, The Asia Group
- Arun K. Singh | Former Ambassador of India to the United States
- Anup Wadhawan | Former Commerce Secretary, Government of India
- Dr Zeina Jallad | Director of the Palestine Land Studies Center; Assistant Professor of International Law, American University of Beirut
- Einat Wilf | Author & Former Member of Parliament, Israel
- Eric Garcetti | Former US Ambassador to India
- Mike Pompeo | Former U.S. Secretary of State
- General Upendra Dwivedi | Chief of the Army Staff
- Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh | Chief of the Air Staff
- Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi | Chief of the Naval Staff
- Namita Thapar | Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd & Investor
- Aman Gupta | Co-Founder & CMO, boAt Lifestyle
- Toby Walsh | Chief Scientist, UNSW.ai, AI Institute, UNSW Sydney
- Prof Bharat Anand | Vice Provost for Advances in Learning; Henry R. Byers Professor of Business Administration, Harvard University
- Dr Naomi Wolf | Author, Columnist, Professor; Co-founder and CEO, Daily Clout
- Spaceo Humanoid and Guardeo Robo Dogs by Muks Robotics
- D. Gukesh | World Chess Champion
- Pushpendra Saroj | Youngest Member of Parliament
- Zahan Kapoor | Actor
- Guru Gauranga Das | ISKCON Monk, Spiritual Teacher and Motivational Speaker
- Smriti Rana | Head, Policy and Strategic Partnerships, Pallium India; Head, WHO Collaborating Centre for Training and Policy on Access to Pain Relief
- Walter K. Andersen | American Academic & Author
- Nara Lokesh | Minister of Human Resources Development; IT Electronics & Communication; RTG, Andhra Pradesh
- Sanjeev Krishan | Chairman, PwC in India
- Dr Anish Chatterjee | Advisor – Climate Change, GIZ India
- Deeksha Vats | Chief Sustainability Officer, Aditya Birla Group
- Dr Nilanjan Ghosh | Director, Observer Research Foundation
- Ashish Chaturvedi | Head – Action for Climate and Environment, UNDP India
- Madhura Mitra | Executive Director, Climate Change and Sustainability, PwC in India
- Sambitosh Mohapatra | Partner and Leader, Climate & Energy, PwC in India
- Dr Upasana Arora | MD & CEO, Yashoda Medicity
- Dr Amit Sharma | Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy, Exercise & Sports Medicine Expert
- Dr Sunil Dagar | COO, Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals, Fitness Enthusiast and Marathoner
- Dr Gagan Saini | Senior Radiation Oncologist
For Registration: http://indiatodayconclave.com/
