The Rise of AI: India Today Conclave 2025 Explores the Future of Intelligence

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:

1. Rekha Gupta | Chief Minister, Delhi
2. Yogi Adityanath | Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
3. Prem Singh Tamang | Chief Minister, Sikkim
4. D.K. Shivakumar | Deputy Chief Minister, Karnataka
5. Abhishek Banerjee | MP & National General Secretary, TMC**
6. Anumula Revanth Reddy | Chief Minister, Telangana
7. Kiren Rijiju | Minister of Parliamentary Affairs & Minister of Minority Affairs
8. Jyotiraditya Scindia | Union Minister of Communications & Development of North Eastern Region
9. Rahul Mishra | Designer
10. Aamir Khan | Actor, Producer
11. Shabana Azmi | Actor;
12. Jyotika | Actor;
13. Shibani Akhtar | Actor
14. Swami Kailashanand Giri | Spiritual Guru and Acharya Mahamandaleshwar, Niranjani Akhada
15. Swami Chidanand Saraswati | Spiritual Head, Parmarth Niketan Ashram
16. Vikrant Shrotriya | Corporate Vice President & Managing Director, Novo Nordisk India (makers of Ozempic)
17. Jean Touboul | CEO, Pernod Ricard India
18. Vivek Sahni | Co-founder & CEO, Kama Ayurveda
19. Joseph Radhik | Photographer
20. Rishab Rikhiram Sharma | Sitar Player
21. Rishabh Shroff | Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
22. William Dalrymple | Author
23. Puneet Chandok | President, Microsoft India & South Asia; Chair CII AI Council
24. Nitin Mittal | Principal, Deloitte Global AI & Emerging Markets Leader
25. Ana Irene Delgado | Ambassador of Panama to the Organization of American States
26. Ashok Malik | Partner, The Asia Group
27. Arun K. Singh | Former Ambassador of India to the United States
28. Anup Wadhawan | Former Commerce Secretary, Government of India
29. Dr Zeina Jallad | Director of the Palestine Land Studies Center; Assistant Professor of International Law, American University of Beirut
30. Einat Wilf | Author & Former Member of Parliament, Israel
31. Eric Garcetti | Former US Ambassador to India
32. Mike Pompeo | Former U.S. Secretary of State
33. General Upendra Dwivedi | Chief of the Army Staff
34. Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh | Chief of the Air Staff
35. Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi | Chief of the Naval Staff
36. Namita Thapar | Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd & Investor
37. Aman Gupta | Co-Founder & CMO, boAt Lifestyle
38. Toby Walsh | Chief Scientist, UNSW.ai, AI Institute, UNSW Sydney
39. Prof Bharat Anand | Vice Provost for Advances in Learning; Henry R. Byers Professor of Business Administration, Harvard University
40. Dr Naomi Wolf | Author, Columnist, Professor; Co-founder and CEO, Daily Clout
41. Spaceo Humanoid and Guardeo Robo Dogs by Muks Robotics
42. D. Gukesh | World Chess Champion
43. Pushpendra Saroj | Youngest Member of Parliament
44. Zahan Kapoor | Actor
45. Guru Gauranga Das | ISKCON Monk, Spiritual Teacher and Motivational Speaker
46. Smriti Rana | Head, Policy and Strategic Partnerships, Pallium India; Head, WHO Collaborating Centre for Training and Policy on Access to Pain Relief
47. Walter K. Andersen | American Academic & Author
48. Nara Lokesh | Minister of Human Resources Development; IT Electronics & Communication; RTG, Andhra Pradesh
49. Sanjeev Krishan | Chairman, PwC in India
50. Dr Anish Chatterjee | Advisor – Climate Change, GIZ India
51. Deeksha Vats | Chief Sustainability Officer, Aditya Birla Group
52. Dr Nilanjan Ghosh | Director, Observer Research Foundation
53. Ashish Chaturvedi | Head – Action for Climate and Environment, UNDP India
54. Madhura Mitra | Executive Director, Climate Change and Sustainability, PwC in India
55. Sambitosh Mohapatra | Partner and Leader, Climate & Energy, PwC in India
56. Dr Upasana Arora | MD & CEO, Yashoda Medicity
57. Dr Amit Sharma | Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy, Exercise & Sports Medicine Expert
58. Dr Sunil Dagar | COO, Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals, Fitness Enthusiast and Marathoner
59. Dr Gagan Saini | Senior Radiation Oncologist

For Registration: http://indiatodayconclave.com/