Iran War and the Global Economy

Chair: Amb. K.P. Fabian, Professor, Indian Society of International Law, New Delhi and Symbiosis University, Pune

Discussants: Amb. Dammu Ravi, Former Secretary (Economic Relations), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA); Prof Gulshan Dietl, Former Professor, School of International Studies, JNU, New Delhi

The war on Iran initiated by Israel and the United States on 28 February continues to have serious repercussions on the global economy, particularly in the areas of energy security, agriculture and fertiliser supply chains. The discussion will examine the wider geopolitical and economic consequences of the conflict, while addressing the urgent need for a negotiated settlement in the interest of global stability and humanity. The Global South, in particular, continues to bear a disproportionate share of the economic burden arising from the crisis.
 

IIC Film Club

Windows into the Northeast

Presents a curated selection of contemporary films from Northeast India, bringing together distinctive cinematic voices from the region. Spanning diverse languages, landscapes and lived experiences, the films offer intimate reflections on identity, memory, community and change.

Mi Bo (Missing Person), Mizoram

(80 minutes; 2024; Mizo with English subtitles)

Director: Raymond Colney

With Maruata Rawite, Zoparmawii, Bunny Colney, Michael, K.Thangbiakzuala

Missing Person tells the emotionally charged story of Remlala, who, diagnosed with a chronic illness, chooses to conceal his condition from his sister, Muani, in an attempt to protect her. However, his well-intentioned efforts inadvertently create emotional distance between them, with a seemingly simple gift—a phone—further straining their relationship. The film powerfully illustrates how our efforts to shield loved ones can backfire, and how material possessions can sometimes create barriers between us and those we care about most.

(This month’s film club films are open for all)

(Collaboration: Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER

IIC Summer Festival of Music & Dance: 11 & 12 June 2026

IIC Summer Festival of Dance

Odissi Recital

By Sourav Mohanty from  Bhubaneswar, disciple of Guru Durga Charan Ranbir  & Shri Rahul Acharya

At 19:00

Bharatanatyam Recital

By Sandhya Easwar  from Chennai, disciple of Smt.Shanta & Shri V.P Dhananjayan

IIC Summer Festival of Music & Dance: 11 & 12 June 2026

Violin Recital

By Dr.Santosh Nahar from Delhi, disciple of Shri T.M.Patnaik

Accompanist: Pandit (Dr) Raj Kumar Nahar (Tabla)

At 19:00

Hindustani Vocal Recital

By Nila Sinha Roy from Delhi, disciple of Pt Amiya Ranjan Banerjee, Vidushi Dipali Nag & Guru Smt Shanti Hiranand.

Accompanists: Pandit.Durjay Bhaumik(Tabla) & Ustad Murad Ali Khan(Sarangi)

Glacial Mothers: The Numinous Realms of Annapurna and Nanda Devi
Artworks by Vaibhav Kaul
The exhibition explores the sacred and cultural imagination surrounding the Himalayan massifs of Annapurna and Nanda Devi. Through mountain photography, the exhibition reflects on glaciers, geomorphic forms, legends, divinity, and traditional knowledge systems that shape Himalayan communities’ relationship with the landscape.

Vaibhav Kaul, mountain geographer, climate change and disaster risk scholar, curator, visual artist and cultural archivist, fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and Royal Asiatic Society.

The exhibition will be inaugurated on Saturday, 6 June’26 at 18:00 hrs by Chief Guest Dr. Vladimir Zaitsev

The exhibition will remain open daily from 11:00 to 19:00 hrs
 

Smart & Sustainable Mobility Through Cycling

Speakers: Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi (TBC); Kuljit Singh Chahal, Vice Chairperson, New Delhi Municipal Council;  K.N. Shrivastava, Director, IIC; Rohina Gupta, Director, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs; Sir Graham Watson, President, World Cycling Alliance; Laurianne Krid, CEO, European Cyclists’ Federation; Mayank Srivastava, Deputy Director General, Sports Authority of India; D.V. Manohar, Chairman, SmartBike and First Vice President, World Cycling Alliance

A national seminar exploring cycling as a sustainable and people-centric mobility solution for Indian cities, with discussions on reducing dependence on fossil fuel-driven transport, addressing air pollution and public health concerns, and learning from global best practices in urban mobility. The seminar will also deliberate upon policy innovations and infrastructure required to build safer and more cycling-friendly urban environments.

Kindly register for the same: https://meraevents.ai/events/smart-and-sustainable-mobility-through-cyc…

(Collaboration: World Cycling Alliance, SmartBike and FIT INDIA)

 

AUTHORLESS HORIZONS: AI, AUTHORSHIP, AND THE EMERGING CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM

Chief Guest: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Minister of Culture and Tourism, Govt. of India 
Introductory remarks: Dr. Usha Mujoo Munshi, IIC 
Welcome Address: Dr. Varun Gulati, Secretary, Sahitya Akademi 
Opening Remarks: Shyam Saran, President, IIC 
Creative & Literary Reflections – Prof. Malashri Lal, Convener, English Advisory Board, Sahitya Akademi 
Keynote Address: Prof. Girish Nath Jha, Eminent Scholar 
Concluding Remarks: K. N. Shrivastava, Director, IIC 

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(Collaboration: Ministry of Culture, Govt of India and  Sahitya Akademi )
 

AUTHORLESS HORIZONS: AI, AUTHORSHIP, AND THE EMERGING CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM

Chief Guest: Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Minister of Culture and Tourism, Govt. of India 
Presided by : Shri Shyam Saran, President, IIC  
Introductory Remarks: Dr. Usha Mujoo Munshi, IIC 
Welcome Address: Dr. Varun Gulati, Secretary, Sahitya Akademi 
Creative & Literary Reflections – Prof. Malashri Lal, Convener, English Advisory Board, Sahitya Akademi 
Keynote Address: Prof. Girish Nath Jha, Eminent Scholar 
Concluding Remarks: Shri K. N. Shrivastava, Director, IIC

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(Collaboration: Sahitya Akademi,  Ministry of Culture, Govt of India )

Moving Away from Nehru: The Consequences

Moderator: Praveen Davar,  Former Army officer, former Member National Commission for Minorities (NCM), columnist and author.

Discussants:  Salman Khurshid, former Minister of External Affairs; Amb.K. P. Fabian, Professor, Symbiosis University and Indian Society of International Law ; Mridula Mukherjee, Indian historian ; Apoorvanand, Professor at the Hindi Department, Faculty of Arts, University of Delhi

The discussion will reflect on Jawaharlal Nehru’s vision for modern India and examine the social, political and institutional shifts that have emerged in the decades since his time. Bringing together scholars and public intellectuals, the discussion will explore the continuing relevance of Nehruvian ideals in contemporary India.