In this episode, Ms. Priyanka Sharma, Head of Technology Laws and Data Privacy at the Aditya Birla Group, joins Mr. Amit Kr. Ghosh, Associate Director – Marketing & Communications at DSCI, to decode the current privacy landscape of the country as DPDP Act compliance takes centre stage. Reflecting on her journey as a seasoned professional in the privacy domain, Ms. Sharma brings forth an important consideration by emphasizing a principle-based approach to building a robust privacy ecosystem.

As the conversation evolves, key insights emerge on the implementation of the DPDP law across various sectors, including manufacturing, financial services, retail, telecom, and more. The discussion places special focus on consent management and data principal rights, particularly in the context of vastly different customer journeys and data flows across business models.

The episode concludes with thoughtful perspectives on privacy as a growing professional domain, dispelling common myths while shedding light on often underexplored challenges shaping India’s privacy landscape today.

Please note: The views expressed in this episode are strictly personal and do not reflect those of the Data Security Council of India.

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On World Quantum Day, we bring a special focused series, Cue on Q, that brings to the fore India’s quantum readiness strategies and postures.

The first in the series features an important discussion on 'Understanding India's Quantum Strategy' with the Chairman of Mission Governing Board, National Quantum Mission of India, Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, who, along with Mr. Vinayak Godse, CEO, DSCI, and Mr. Teja Chintalapati, Principal Manager – Cyber Innovation, DSCI, exchanges critical insights on quantum currency and potential arenas for deliberation and development as the country braces for the quantum reality.

From geopolitical reflections to decoding the underlying strengths of India’s ecosystem, the discourse brings novel subjects to attention, as the goal of self-sufficiency takes root in the mission to build quantum resilience.

Please note: The views expressed in this episode are strictly personal and do not reflect those of the Data Security Council of India.

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In this episode, Ms. Aparna Gaur, Partner at Trace Law Partners, joins Anahida Bhardwaj, Associate – Privacy & Policy at DSCI, to discuss the legal realities of AI and emerging technologies in India. Ms. Gaur brings a critical perspective, highlighting that innovation should not override existing laws and must instead be built on foundations of trust and accountability.

The conversation also introduces the dimension of value-building and addresses key legal and policy questions shaping India’s AI landscape, ranging from AI regulations to the recently released Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026.

The episode concludes with reflections on geopolitics and prevailing perceptions surrounding India’s AI stance, particularly concerns around regulatory uncertainty.

Please note: The views expressed in this episode are strictly personal and do not reflect those of the Data Security Council of India.

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In this episode, Lieutenant General PJS Pannu (Retd.), PVSM, AVSM, VSM, Former Deputy Chief of the Indian Integrated Defence Staff (Operations), joins Bhupesh Janoti, Senior Program Manager – Business Transformation & Security at DSCI, to discuss the future of integrated defence, where boots meet bots to enhance combat readiness.

Lt. Gen. Pannu highlights the emergence of cyber as the fifth domain of warfare, emphasizing its role as a force multiplier that enhances decision-making through increased speed and precision in the information age.

In conversation with Mr. Janoti, he further explores how defence agencies are leveraging advanced technologies to conduct non-contact and non-kinetic warfare, thus minimizing the cost in human lives, resources, and time.

The episode concludes with reflections on the privatization of the space sector and the trend towards technology miniaturization. Lt. Gen. Pannu also offers recommendations for embedding cybersecurity into every segment of upcoming space infrastructure.

Please note: The views expressed in this episode are strictly personal and do not reflect those of the Data Security Council of India.

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In this episode, Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd) PVSM AVSM VM, Former VCAS of IAF joins Air Vice Marshal (Dr) Devesh Vatsa VSM, Advisor – Cybersecurity & Critical Technologies, DSCI, to explore how the modern warfare paradigm is evolving in the age of proliferating drones and information warfare.

Mr. Khosla explains how the shift to digital-era warfare is redefining today’s war frontier, where those who lead in shaping narratives gain legitimacy and acceptance from both domestic and global players.

The discussion also delves into key strategies to counter the threats of disinformation and misinformation, including credible source-based information sharing, public education, international collaboration, and more.

The episode concludes with reflections on the judicious use of technology to combat technological threats as information latency experiences significant reduction today.

Please note: The views expressed in this episode are strictly personal and do not reflect those of the Data Security Council of India.

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In this episode, Rahul Tyagi, Technical Advisor, FAIR Institute with Bhupesh Janoti, Senior Program Manager, Business Transformation & Security, DSCI dive into what cyber risk quantification (CRQ) really means and why it matters. Rahul explains the FAIR model and its components (CAM, MAM, TAM), how organizations can use CRQ to assess third-party risks, and whether large data sets are necessary to get started.

They also explore how CISOs can align security goals with business strategy using CRQ, how companies like Netflix apply the FAIR model, and how CRQ helps translate technical threats into business risks. The episode wraps up with thoughts on implementation readiness and why even startups should consider investing in quantification early. We hope you enjoying watching the episode.

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In this special episode, we sit down with Rakesh Maheshwari, former Senior Director and GC (Cyber Laws & Data Governance) at MeitY, for a rare peek behind the curtain of digital policy-making in India.

Hosted by Shivangi Malhotra, Senior Associate – Policy & Privacy at DSCI, this episode dives into three core conversations:

🔹 What it’s like working within the government, shaping and navigating digital policies from the inside

🔹 The story of how India’s data protection regulatory framework has evolved over the years

🔹 The uniquely Indian lens on privacy—how our social fabric, cultural contexts, and digital behaviors shape expectations around data and rights.

Whether you’re a policy nerd, privacy professional, or just curious about how India’s digital future is being designed, this one’s a must-listen.

'The Internet Made For Us, By Us: Multistakeholder Model for Internet Governance'

In this episode, Samiran Gupta, Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement & Managing Director - APAC at ICANN, joins Deepika Nandgudi Srinivasa to explore the complexities of internet governance and the evolving role of the multi-stakeholder model.

They discuss ICANN’s bottom-up approach, the impact of UN-led multilateral initiatives, and the debate on whether certain internet governance issues require formal regulations. The conversation also covers cybersecurity challenges and ongoing discussions on AI and Digital Governance.

Tune in to gain expert insights on how a collaborative governance model ensures an open, secure, and inclusive internet.