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SONIC 2K25 | Rethinking Privacy in the AI and Big Data Era

The Department of Information Technology at JCC, in collaboration with CSI, Delhi Chapter, successfully organized an insightful seminar, SONIC 2K25, at the prestigious Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Auditorium, Delhi Cantt, on 19th April 2025. This year’s theme, Rethinking Privacy in AI and Big Data Era , drew keen participants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, all eager to explore the pressing issues of privacy and security in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and big data.

The seminar began with a thoughtful introduction to the topic of AI and Privacy. The session emphasized the dual role of artificial intelligence as both a tool for innovation and a potential risk to personal and organizational security.

The first keynote speaker, ACP Manoj Kumar, delivered an enlightening presentation on AI in Cyber Security. Drawing from his professional experience in law enforcement, he outlined how AI is transforming cybercrime prevention. He highlighted how modern policing is leveraging AI tools to identify digital threats, automate detection processes, and enhance security infrastructure. His talk emphasized that staying ahead of cybercriminals in the AI era requires both technology and constant awareness.

Following this, Mr. Gaurav Pahwa took the stage with his engaging discussion on Navigating Privacy and Security in Generative AI. Mr. Pahwa explored the rising concerns around the misuse of generative AI, which creates human-like content, images, and media from simple prompts. He warned about the potential loss of privacy and security when personal data is unknowingly fed into AI systems and stressed the importance of responsible AI development and ethical user behaviour.

The seminar concluded with a highly practical and relatable session by Mr. Rahul Aggarwal, who focused on How We Can Safeguard Ourselves from Cyber Threats. His talk emphasized the importance of adopting simple yet effective digital hygiene practices such as using strong and unique passwords, being alert to phishing attempts, securing personal devices, and enabling two-factor authentication.

Additionally, Mr. Aggarwal introduced the audience to the concept of OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) a legal and powerful method of gathering information from publicly available sources such as social media, websites, government portals, and public records. He explained how both ethical hackers and cybercriminals use OSINT to collect valuable data, and how individuals can also use it to monitor their own digital footprint and identify potential risks. His guidance encouraged everyone to be aware of the traces they leave online and to adopt smart practices to safeguard personal and professional information in an increasingly connected world.

In conclusion, SONIC 2K25 proved to be an eye-opening experience for all attendees, offering a thoughtful perspective on the balance between technological progress and the urgent need for data privacy and security. The seminar not only raised awareness about the risks of careless digital habits but also encouraged a responsible approach to embracing artificial intelligence in modern life. As we move forward, the lessons from this seminar will guide us in shaping a more secure, ethical, and AI-aware future.

Sonic 2K24 on "Generative AI : Glimpse into the future"

The Department of Information Technology at JCC, in collaboration with CSI, Delhi Chapter, recently hosted an illuminating seminar, SONIC 2K24, at the prestigious Shah Auditorium, Civil Lines, Delhi. This year's theme, "Generative AI: Glimpse into the Future," attracted a diverse audience eager to delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.

The event commenced with a comprehensive introduction to the topic of AI by our esteemed college professor, Dr. Mohit Mathur, who elucidated the intricacies of deep learning, setting the stage for an enlightening discourse. Dr. Ramesh Chandra Sharma, Director of the Human Development Center, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, captivated the audience with his profound insights into the world of generative

AI. He expounded upon the concept of AI generating outputs based on given prompts, cautioning against the "Garbage In, Garbage Out" phenomenon. Dr. Sharma navigated through the realms of quantum computing and discussed various modes of communication, shedding light on linguistic elements and the influence of AI on education and career trajectories. His thought-provoking conclusion, likening the value disparity between a simple wax candle and an intricately crafted wax statue, left the audience pondering the implications of AI on our perceptions of worth and creativity.

Next, Vivekanand Sinha, CEO of Future in Hands, took the stage to explore the practical applications of AI in enhancing office productivity. Sinha passionately articulated the ubiquitous need for AI integration in organizational workflows, showcasing real-life examples of AI streamlining tasks in Microsoft Excel and Word. His engaging demonstration of AI's ability to transform mundane presentations into visually captivating masterpieces resonated with attendees, underscoring the power of AI to revolutionize workplace efficiency.

The seminar reached its crescendo with the dynamic presentation by Kapil Murdia, Community Manager and Co-founder of Prodeed Career. Murdia's interactive storytelling exercise invigorated the audience, setting the tone for an invigorating discussion on the future of AI. He emphasized the enduring significance of human intellect amidst AI advancements, while delving into technical concepts such as deep learning, context switching, and self-supervised models. Murdia's insights into prompt engineering and the development of AI use cases provided valuable takeaways for attendees eager to navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.

In conclusion, SONIC 2K24 proved to be a captivating journey into the realm of generative AI, facilitated by the expertise of our distinguished speakers. The seminar not only broadened our understanding of AI's potential but also inspired us to embrace the opportunities and challenges presented by this rapidly advancing technology. As we reflect on the discussions and insights shared, we look forward to harnessing the transformative power of AI to shape a brighter future for generations to come.

SONIC 2k23 on ""Innovations and Opportunities in Data Analytics"."

A Glimpse of SONIC 2k23 - An Annual IT Seminar on "Innovations and Opportunities in Data Analytics". 500+ attendees, with 70+ outside participants, Three Eloquent Speakers -Mr Bohitesh Misra, Co-Founder & CTO Avexa Systems, Mr Deepak Kumar- Principal Engineer-Analytics- Naggaro and Mr Abhinav Sharma-AVP-Data Science, Payme. The Event provided an excellent platform to discuss Data-Driven Innovations and how Analytics is being used in various fields shaping the present and future. The event was inspiring and educational for the next generation of students who want to pursue careers in the field of Data Aanalytics.

SONIC 2k22 on "Convergence of IT Technologies"

An Annual seminar SONIC 2K22 on : "Convergence of IT Technologies" was organized by Department of Information Technology on 12th Feb, 2022. The target audience for the seminar was Undergraduate, Graduates and Post Graduates who carry deep interest in IT Technologies. The Seminar was attended by Students from various colleges all over Delhi. The aim of the seminar was to share knowledge and expose students to the latest trends in the Industry. The current Trends of the IT Industry depict a high degree of shifts towards Technological Convergence. Today we are realizing the products that are based on technologies like Cloud Computing, Big Data, IoT, AI & Machine Learning, Edge Computing and many more.
The seminar began with tribute to Maa Saraswati followed by Saraswati Vandana. Mr. Mohit Mathur, Head of IT Department, welcome the guests and attendees. He clarifies the concept of convergence of IT technologies in today's environment along with a basic understanding of the various technologies. Followed by this, was Dr. Vinay Kumar, Ex-Chairman of the CSI, motivational speech.
The Technical Session begins with keynote address by Mr Vipin Gupta- Director, U-Net Solutions and Unet Labs Private Limited. The event was engaging and informative, as it provided a thorough overview of a case study of a smart health care system employing convergence on IT technologies. The second technical session delivered by Mr. Sunil David - Regional Director-IOT for AT&T India. A clear demonstration of the power of Three – Combining IOT, Cloud & AI for a Game Changing future was given. The third Technical Session delivered by . Mr. Sanjay Punde - Trainer and Consultant, CloudKali Solutions (OPC). He focused on Cloud Convergence Solution, which assists organisations in developing, delivering, and managing cloud services with efficiency, scale, and best-in-class economics. The Technical Session concluded by the fourth invited speaker Mr Atul Tripathi - Ex Big Data and Artificial Intelligence consultant in national Security Council Secretariat (Prime Minister’s office, New Delhi, India). He is a remarkable speaker who provided a comprehensive grasp of AI for the ESG Challenges. The Seminar concluded with Vote of Thanks by Ms. Ruchika Sharma- Convenor. A question-and-answer session was included in each Technical Session. Ms Rachna Minocha, Assistant Professor-JIMS was in charge of the overall seminar anchoring.

SONIC 2k20 on “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning”

An annual IT seminar SONIC 2k20 was held on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning during 24th and 25th Jan 2020 at Auditorium, JIMS Rohini, Delhi.

The Day 1 i.e 24th Jan 2020 of SONIC was a seminar in which eminent speakers from industry were invited. The eminent speakers of seminar were  Mr.Aurobind Upadhyaya, Associate Director –KPMG, India, Ms Prerna Daga(Senior Manager & Future Leader- Internet of Things, HCL Technologies) , Mr. Rajneesh Aggarwal,  Co-Founder@leadkaro and Mr Rahul Pathak, Machine learning Expert, CETPA. The seminar begins with the floral tribute to Maa Saraswati followed by Saraswati vandana. After felicitation ceremony the welcome note delivered by Head of IT Department Mr Mohit Mathur who not only enlighten the importance of Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning in today’s world but also make aware about the dangers of Artificial General Intelligence. Following was the motivational lecture delivered by Dr RK Arora- Director, JIMS and Dr JK Goel- Advisor, JIMS. 

The Technical Session begins with keynote address by Mr Aurbind Upadhyaya, Associate Director- KPMG. The session was interesting and knowledgeable as a very clear understanding of Artificial intelligence domain was delivered by the esteemed speaker. The second technical session, delivered by Ms Prerna Daga, Senior Manager & Future Leader- Internet of Things, HCL Technologies. The session was titled as Demystifying Data Science and Machine Learning. A clear understanding of difference in terms such as data science, deep learning, machine learning and artificial intelligence was delivered. The third Technical Session focused on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare was delivered by Mr. Rajneesh Aggarwal, Co-Founder@leadkaro. The session was interesting as how AI is impacting healthcare domain and how AI applications are emerging and helping healthcare industry was discussed. The Technical Session concluded by the fourth invited speaker Mr Rahul Pathak, Machine learning Expert, CETPA. This session spell bound the students with the talent of Mr Pathak as he talked on Machine Learning Landscape and the Buzzword Surrounding it and Business Applications of AI. The way Mr Pathak explained the complex Machine learning technology in simple words was commendable.  The Seminar concluded with Vote of Thanks by Dr Deepti Khanna- Associate Professor JIMS. Each Technical Session was embedded with moderators and question answer rounds by Ms Ambika Bhatia- Assistant Professor –JIMS, Ms Prerna Singh- Assistant Professor JIMS, Ms Nainika Kaushik- Assistant Professor JIMS. The overall seminar anchoring was handled by Ms Rachna Minocha- Assistant professor-JIMS. The seminar audience included Students from JIMS as well as Students and Teachers from around 10 school / colleges from all over Delhi. 

The Day 2 i.e 25th Jan 2020 of SONIC was a workshop of around 4 Hours. The whole workshop was divided into two technical sessions. 

Session I Customized Image Classification and recognition system using prime machine learning algorithm and ensemble technique(Using Anaconda Distribution) 

Session II   Customized Human  Activity Recognition and Classification system using opencv and convolutional neural Networks(Using Anaconda Distribution).

Both Technical Session were taken by Rahul Pathak, Machine learning Expert, CETPA. The sessions enlighten students with an idea of how machine learning algorithms were developed in Python. The hands on experience gained by students provided them a confidence of how industry is programming Python for Machine Learning. The Hard-core technical sessions concluded with valedictory and Certificate distribution by Dr RK Arora – Director JIMS. 

SONIC 2k18 on “Latest Advancements in Web Technologies”

Speakers:

1. Mr Amit Srivastava- Sun Certified Corporate trainer & Software Professional(Deep Learning & Related Technologies)
2. Mr. Ravikant Tyagi- Software Professional and Corporate Trainer ( Machine Learning & Related Technologies)
3. Ms  Vinti Sachdeva- Software Professional and Corporate Trainer at Brain Mentors ( Game Application Development)

SONIC 2k17 on “Cyber Crime and Forensics”

Speakers:

1. Mr  Govil Rajpal, echnical Consultant & Security Specialist,British Telecom
2. Mr. Sudipt Ghatak , Cisco Engineer at Aricent
3. Mr. Gyanendra Dwivedi, Senior Manager at GST(Goods and Services Tax Network)

SONIC 2k16 on Big Data

Speakers:

1. Mr Vikas Sharma,Consulting Manager – Asia Pacific,Oracle
2. Mr Aziz Ahmad,Technical Leader,Aricent Technologies
3. Mr. Ajaypal Singh Dhillon,Senior Manager, Ericsson
4. Mr. Vinay Kandpal, Senior Manager , Alcatel Lucent

SONIC 2K15 on Internet of Things

Speakers:

1. Mr Pawan Aggarwal, Senior Consultant-Cisco(Centre of Excellence)
2. Dr. Gaurav kumar, Founder, Managing Director, Magma Research and Consultancy Pvt. Ltd
3. Mr Amit Doegar, Professor, Computer Science Department, NITTTR , Chandigarh