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Media leaders weigh the promise and perils of Artificial Intelligence in Media at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave

From (L to R) Mariam Mammen Mathew, CEO of Manorama Online, Puneet Jain, CEO of HT Digital, Puneet Singhvi, CEO, of Newtwork18 (Digital), and Anil Malhotra, Head - Public & Regulatory Affairs, Zee Media Corporation

At the second edition of Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave in New Delhi, experts weighed in on the benefits and drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence adoption in media

Global top researchers involved in assessing 67 proposals for domestic AI foundational model: Abhishek Singh, MeitY

Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Information and Technology said that the Ministry will evaluate and assess each of the 67 proposals in a month, at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025.

Speaking at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025, in New Delhi on February 27, Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Information and Technology, talks about the importance of AI literacy and how the Ministry is working with other departments, including Prasar Bharati, to share datasets to build its own LLM for India AI mission.

MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan on AI enforcement and news publishers’ role in driving quality content: Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave

The US imposed an additional 26% tariff on Indian goods, effective April 9. Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said that the impact will depend on how the tariff situation plays out ahead.

Speaking at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025, in New Delhi on February 27, MeitY Secretary S Krishnan discussed the need of effective monitoring of AI regulation and how India’s stance on AI balances innovation with safeguards against potential harms.

At Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave, a global view on AI regulation and media transformation

When asked about India's approach to data regulation, McNamara is careful not to impose recommendations but recognizes the growing importance of legal safeguards.

Michael McNamara, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Co-chair of the European Parliament’s AI Working Group, will deliver a special address at the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025 on February 27 in Delhi.

At Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025, industry leaders to tackle AI’s role in the future of news

The session will cover key discussion points, including AI’s role in content creation and curation, the importance of credibility and ethics in AI-driven media and the blending of creativity with emerging technology. (Photo: Unsplash)

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the future of storytelling, the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025 is set to be a vital forum for discussing the opportunities and challenges ahead, ensuring that the pursuit of innovation remains aligned with the principles of credible and responsible journalism.

Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025: MIB Secretary Sanjay Jaju to discuss vision for India’s media transformation

"Govt is looking at a range of regulatory reforms which will allow for modernisation, inclusivity and fair play in the industry," said Sanjay Jaju at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025, in New Delhi on February 27.

Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of the MIB, will detail the government’s initiatives to empower both digital and traditional media. His address will emphasize efforts to support sustainable industry growth, drive innovation, and enable new monetization models in an AI-driven media landscape.

Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025: MEITY’s Abhishek Singh to share views on future-ready digital ecosystems

The session will also emphasize AI literacy and digital upskilling, ensuring that media professionals are equipped to leverage AI for content generation, audience engagement, and data security.

As India positions itself at the forefront of AI-driven media innovation, Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, will offer insights into the intersection of AI, journalism, and governance. His address at the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave is expected to reinforce India’s commitment to a responsible, future-ready digital ecosystem.