ART MATTERS
A panel discussion on Sub Tarze-Nazar Hai with author Sushma Bhatnagar
Discussants: Mehr-e-Alam Khan, Anisur Rahman and G S Khwaja.
(Collaboration: Raza Foundation)
 

DIALOGUES IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Conceptualised by Dr. Ashwani Kumar

Talk & Workshop from 10:00 to 13:00
Short Talk: Thyroid Gland: Function and Dysfunction

Followed by workshop on Goitre Detection; Screening for Thyroid nodules; Clinical Assessment of Thyroid Function based on Questionnaire and Physical Examination

(Strictly for IIC members and staff members only)

At 16:00
Short Talk on Know Your Thyroid: Separating Facts from Fiction
An interactive Public Health Awareness Programme on Thyroid Health

Speaker: Dr. S.V. Madhu, Director Professor, Department of Endocrinology & Metabolism, UCMS & GTB Hospital, Delhi

Thyroid disorders are becoming very common and are being recognized across the life span- childhood, adolescence, pregnancy, adults and the elderly. Thyroid function tests are frequently being advised when we visit our doctors. This public lecture will try to bust some of these myths and provide clarity on different facets of thyroid disorders that will help us live better and healthier.

Followed by a panel discussion on ‘Living with Thyroid Disorders’

Moderator:  Dr. S.V. Madhu, Director Professor, Department of Endocrinology & Metabolism, UCMS & GTB Hospital, Delhi

Panelists: Dr. Vandana Jain, Prof. of Pediatric Endocrinology Division; Department of Pediatrics A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi; Dr. Rajesh Khadgawat, Prof. of Endocrinolgy & Metabolism, A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi.
                      
Followed by interactive Q & A session with the audience

Chair: Dr. Ashwani Kumar
 

On Doing Theory in India

Inaugural Remarks: Dr. Manindra Nath Thakur, Associate Professor, Centre for Political Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

Chair: Prof. Manoranjan Mohanty, Former Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Delhi

Discussants: Prof. Savita Singh, Professor, Gender & Development Studies, Women’s Studies and Feminist Thought, IGNOU, New Delhi; Dr. Dhananjay Rai, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Gandhian Thought and Peace Studies, School of Social Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gujarat; Prof. Hilal Ahmed, Professor, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS), New Delhi

Drawing upon the idea of Doing Theory in India, this discussion explores how India can be understood not merely as a subject of theoretical inquiry but as a site of conceptual and intellectual production. The session will examine how lived experiences, social movements, traditions, and historical realities contribute to the creation of new ideas and frameworks for understanding society. It will introduce the concept of Creative Theory, which emphasizes dialogue, democratic knowledge-making, and human creativity as pathways towards addressing questions of justice, freedom, and social transformation in contemporary times.

(Collaboration: @Crossroads)
 

DIALOGUES IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Conceptualised by Dr.Ashwani Kumar

Talk & Workshop from 10:00 to 13:00
    Practical Spine Care. 
    Mobility training for Healthy Aging.  
1. Posture Assessment: Stooping, sagittal imbalance, walking pattern.
2. Balance Testing: Single-leg stance, chair rise test, gait observation.
3. Guided Demonstrations: Getting out of bed safely, lifting techniques, sitting posture, walking posture.
4. Simple Spine Exercises: Chair exercises, core activation, stretching, balance drills.
5. Fall Prevention Tips: Footwear, bathroom safety, lighting, muscle strengthening.

Open to IIC members and staff members of IIC

At 16:00
Short Talk on The Aging Spine: How to Stay Upright, Active & Pain-Free
Aging of the spine is one of the common causes of pain, stooping posture, imbalance, reduced walking capacity, and loss of independence in senior citizens. However, many problems associated with the aging spine can be prevented, delayed, or effectively managed with timely awareness and appropriate lifestyle measures.
This interactive public lecture will discuss the common spinal problems seen after the age of 60, including back pain, cervical and lumbar degeneration, osteoporosis, spinal deformity, and balance-related issues.  Practical guidance will be provided regarding posture, spine-friendly daily habits, exercise, fall prevention, bone health, and maintaining mobility in later life.

Speaker: Dr. Bhavuk Garg, Prof., Department of Orthopedics  

Followed by a panel discussion on ‘Spine Care made Simple’

Moderator: Dr. Bhavuk Garg, Prof., Department of Orthopedics  

Panelists: Dr. Rajesh Malhotra, Former Prof. & Head, Department of Orthopedics, A.I.I.M.S., New. Delhi; Dr. Achal K. Srivastava, Prof., Department of Neurology, A.I.I.M.S, New Delhi; Dr. Puneet Khanna, Prof. of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine & Critical Care, A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi.
                      
Followed by interactive Q & A session with the audience

Chair: Dr. Ashwani Kumar
 

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 )

Australia, India and The New World Disorder 
Speaker: Peter Varghese AO, distinguished Australian diplomat, former Australian High Commissioner to India (2009-2012) and Australian Foreign Secretary (2012-2016), currently Chancellor of The University of Queensland and Chair, Australian Public Policy Institute

Moderator : Indrani Bagchi, CEO Ananta Aspen Centre


Discussants:  Prof Amitabh Mattoo, Dean, School of International Studies, Professor and Chair, Centre for International Politics, Jawaharlal Nehru University Gopal Baglay, former Indian High Commissioner to Australia

Release of the IIC Quarterly (Winter 2025–Spring 2026)

Syncretic Traditions of the Indian Subcontinent Varied Voices

Chair: Dr. Karan Singh, Chairman, IIC Editorial Board

Discussants: Dr Uma Chakravarti; Dr Jonathan Koshy Varghese; Anirudh Kanisetti

Edited by Dr Jyotsna Singh and K. E. Priyamvada

India is home to a rich plurality of religions, faiths, and belief systems, where a deeply syncretic ethos has long shaped the lives of mystics, intellectuals, ordinary people, and even non-believers. This volume draws upon a seminar held at the India International Centre on the theme “Syncretic Traditions of the Indian Subcontinent.”

IIC/Media Dialogues

Draft Digital Content Rules: Safeguards or Curbs?

Moderator: Prasanto K Roy. Public Policy Advisor. Former Editor-in-Chief, CyberMedia

Discussants: Nikhil Pahwa. Founder & Editor, MediaNama; Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty, Journalist. President, Press Club of India; Apar Gupta, Advocate, Founder-Director, Internet Freedom Foundation; Seema Chishti, Editor, The Wire; Shreya Singhal, Advocate

(Collaboration: The Media Foundation)

 

CLEAN AIR DIALOGUES
NCR’s Road to Clean Air: Progress, Obstacles and What Lies Ahead

Moderator: Sarika Panda Bhatt, Director, Nagarro and Cofounder, Raahgiri Foundation.

Discussants:  Rajesh Verma, IAS, Chairperson CAQM; Tarun Kumar Pithode, IAS, Member Secretary, CAQM;  Nidhi Madan, Partner - Climate Policy, Energiva Ventures
 

The discussion will detail the regulatory journey to combat air pollution to date. Presentations will cover enacted policies, enforcement challenges, and measurable cross-sector progress. The discussion will highlight implementation successes alongside ongoing pressure points in the region.
This conversation marks the first in a series of dialogues exploring the multifaceted challenges of air pollution, bringing together perspectives from science, policy, health, and civil society.
(Collaboration: Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), Raahgiri Foundation)