Workshops

Sustainable Development and Green Banking Transitions

Short Bio:

Prof. Vani Laturkar possesses an excellent track record in the field of academics; she remained at first rank with gold medals throughout her education from XII to PG. She joined University School of Commerce and Management Sciences, Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded, Maharashtra, India in 1995. She has contributed as Dean – Management Faculty, Officer-on-Special Duty for university academic planning and development, Coordinator RUSA, Institutional Director – Quality Assurance and Accreditation. She was instrumental in floating major policies for Start Up, IPR, Consultancy, Minor research project, Student mentoring and Research semester scheme and her University’s Institutional Developmental Plan 2025-2040.

With 44 international, 25 national, 15 book chapters and four book publications, 25 Ph. D and 11 M. Phil students awarded, five research projects are completed b her. She is the recipient of prestigious Fulbright Nehru Fellowship of United States – India Educational Foundation. The other is Ministry of HRD, GoI instituted LEAP fellowship attended at TISS, Mumbai and U-PENN, USA and AICTE-UKIERI Technical Leadership Development Program with Dudley’s School of Economics, U.K. She was also awarded with Best Teacher Award by S.R.T.M.U.N and Guru-Shreshta Award of Institute of Company Secretaries of India, New Delhi.

Abstract of the Workshop:

Green banking, which integrates environmental considerations into banking practices, is not just an ethical choice but a strategic necessity for world. This concept promotes environmentally friendly practices and reduces the bank’s carbon footprint by incorporating social, environmental, and ecological concerns into traditional banking practices. Green banking (GB) strategies are a set of financial practices and activities implemented by banks to encourage sustainability, environmental responsibility, and low-carbon impact. Green banking has moved from being a buzzword to a boardroom imperative.

In western nations, the idea of green banking was established. In order to safeguard the environment, Green Banking was formally launched in 2003. Then the Equator Principles (EPs) were introduced, and several of the biggest institutions in the world, including Citigroup Inc., The Royal Bank of Scotland, and Westpac Banking Corporation, first adopted them. To create a green bank owned by the US government, Congressman Chris Van Hollen of the USA submitted the Green Bank Act in March 2009.

Green banking is still evolving, with increasing efforts of government and the private sector to integrate sustainability into the financial system. The workshop will bring out the landscape of green banking practices evolved in the world.

ESG in Digital Marketing – Strategies for Sustainable Growth

Short Bio:

Dr. Simerjeet Singh Bawa is a distinguished Professor at Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, Punjab, with over 17+ years of diverse academic and administrative experience. He has served in key leadership roles including Director, Head of Department, NAAC Coordinator, IQAC Member, Member of Board of Studies, Examination Superintendent, Placement Coordinator, and Patent Coordinator across reputed institutions.
An accomplished IPR talent, Dr. Bawa has filed 18 patents, of which 11 have been granted and registered, alongside 4 registered copyrights. He has published 38 research papers and book chapters in reputed journals indexed in ABDC, Web of Science, and Scopus. Additionally, he has authored 10 case studies featured in The Case Centre and written 3 academic books.

Dr. Bawa is also an approved PhD/DBA supervisor and has successfully guided numerous national and international scholars in their doctoral research. He is an editorial board member for several international journals and is a sought-after keynote speaker and guest lecturer at national and International academic forums. His primary research interests lie in consumer behaviour, customer satisfaction, digital marketing, and service marketing.

Abstract of the Workshop:

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are reshaping the landscape of digital marketing, compelling organizations to move beyond profit-driven strategies toward purpose-led growth. This paper explores how ESG integration within digital marketing frameworks can enhance brand reputation, strengthen stakeholder trust, and drive long-term sustainable performance. It examines how environmental responsibility (such as reducing digital carbon footprints and promoting sustainable products), social impact (including inclusive messaging, ethical data practices, and community engagement), and governance standards (transparency, compliance, and accountability in data usage) influence digital campaigns and consumer perception.
The study highlights the growing consumer demand for authenticity and responsible business practices, demonstrating how ESG-aligned digital strategies can create a competitive advantage while mitigating reputational and regulatory risks. By leveraging data analytics, responsible content creation, green advertising technologies, and transparent reporting, organizations can align marketing performance metrics with sustainability goals. Ultimately, integrating ESG into digital marketing not only supports corporate sustainability objectives but also fosters resilient, value-driven growth in an increasingly conscious and connected marketplace.

AI-Driven ESG Strategy: Navigating the Future of Sustainable Engineering Management

Short Bio:

strategic leader with over 24 years of experience, Dr. Fernandes specializes in Sustainability (ESG), AI Strategy, and Corporate Governance. An alumna of MIT Sloan School of Management, she is recognized for driving innovation and green finance across the Middle East.

Abstract of the Workshop:

As global industries face increasing pressure to meet Net-Zero targets, the integration of Artificial Intelligence into ESG frameworks has become a necessity. This workshop explores how engineering and IT leaders can utilize AI to automate sustainability reporting, optimize resource management, and ensure ethical governance. Participants will explore real-world case studies and leave with a framework for aligning technological innovation with environmental responsibility.

Decision-Making under Uncertainty: Integrating Information Measures with Generalized Fuzzy Sets

Short Bio:

Dr. Rajkumar Verma is currently working as an Assistant Professor (Visiting) in the Department of Applied Sciences and Humanities at Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi. He is also a Visiting Research Fellow at the School of Economics and Business at the University of Talca, Chile. Prior to this, he served as a FONDECYT Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Management Control and Information Systems at the University of Chile, Chile, and as a University Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Talca, Chile.

Dr. Verma obtained his M.Sc. degree in Mathematics from Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), India, in 2006. He subsequently earned his Ph.D. degree in Applied Mathematics, with a specialization in Information Theory and Computational Intelligence Techniques, from Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (Deemed to be University), Noida (Uttar Pradesh), India, in 2014.
His scholarly contributions include more than 91 research articles published in several prestigious international journals, such as the International Journal of Intelligent Systems, Expert Systems with Applications, International Journal of Uncertainty, Fuzziness and Knowledge-Based Systems, International Journal of Machine Learning and Cybernetics, Neural Computing and Applications, Informatica, Soft Computing, Cybernetics and Systems, Applied Soft Computing, and Applied Intelligence. He has also served as a guest editor for five international books published by Springer International Publishing. Additionally, he has been a co-chair of five international conferences organized in different parts of the world.
Dr. Verma has been recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in the field of Artificial Intelligence by Elsevier and Stanford University (USA) for four consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025). He has also been listed among the top 2% of researchers worldwide for career-long impact in 2024 and 2025.
His research interests include information measures, aggregation operators, multi-attribute group decision-making, computational intelligence techniques, game theory, and computing with words.

Abstract of the Workshop:

In recent years, decision-making problems involving multiple attributes and group participation have become increasingly complex due to the inherent uncertainty, vagueness, and imprecision of real-world data. Traditional mathematical models often fail to capture such ambiguity adequately. To address this challenge, the concept of generalized fuzzy environments has emerged as a powerful framework for handling different types of uncertainty in a unified manner.
This workshop focuses on the application of information measures, such as entropy, divergence, and similarity, within a generalized fuzzy environment for multiple-attribute group decision-making (MAGDM) problems. Information measures play a crucial role in quantifying uncertainty, determining attribute weights, and ranking alternatives effectively. By integrating these measures with generalized fuzzy sets (including intuitionistic, Pythagorean, and other extensions), more robust and flexible decision-making models can be developed.
The session will cover fundamental concepts of generalized fuzzy sets, various information measures, and their mathematical properties, followed by step-by-step methodologies for solving MAGDM problems. Practical examples and case studies from engineering, management, and social sciences will be discussed to illustrate real-world applicability. The workshop aims to equip participants with both theoretical insights and computational techniques necessary for handling complex group decision-making scenarios under uncertainty.

AI-integrated pedagogy in Higher Education & Beyond

Short biography:

Dr Meenakshi Kaushik is a distinguished academic leader, researcher, and internationally recognized educator with over 17 years of experience in higher education, specializing in Human Resource Management, AI in Education, and Organisational Behaviour. She holds a PhD in HRM & Leadership from the University of Rajasthan and has served in senior academic roles — including Professor, Dean (Research), and Education Consultant — at premier institutions affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and Delhi University.

Dr Kaushik brings a proven and extensive record as a workshop organizer and panel chair at international conferences. She has organised and chaired sessions at globally recognized forums, including SEMIT 2024 & 2025 (Turkey & UAE), ODSIE 2023 & 2024 (Istanbul), and the ICEPMM 2024 Conference (China). Most recently, she organized a workshop on “The Role of AI in Education and Research” at Delhi University (March 2026) and served as Workshop Organizer at the 5th SEMIT International Conference in Dubai, where she led discourse on AI Chatbots and the Future of Work.

A published author of 3 books and 15+ peer-reviewed research papers, her scholarly contributions span AI integration in education, workplace dynamics, and leadership — including a Scopus-indexed publication in 2026. She is a two-time recipient of the LREA Award from the London School of Digital Business and the Skill Veda Ojaswani Leadership Award 2026, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the education industry.

Dr Kaushik is a certified member of AIMA, NHRD, and SHRM, and an empanelled trainer with organizations such as Ericsson and CIPLA. Her interdisciplinary expertise, global conference experience, and deep commitment to academic innovation make her exceptionally well-suited to design and lead workshops that are intellectually rigorous, industry-relevant, and impactful.

Abstract of the Workshop:

The rapid emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academia marks a transformative shift in how knowledge is delivered, accessed, and assessed. AI-integrated pedagogy refers to the deliberate and structured incorporation of AI tools — including large language models (LLM), adaptive learning systems, and intelligent tutoring platforms — into educational frameworks in higher education and across lifelong learning contexts. In this workshop, I shall be covering how AI is reshaping the roles of educators and learners alike, moving instruction from a one-size-fits-all model toward personalized, data-driven learning experiences. By enabling real-time feedback, automating administrative burdens, and offering adaptive content pathways, AI empowers faculty to focus on higher-order mentorship while giving students greater agency over their learning trajectories.

Beyond the classroom, AI-integrated pedagogy extends into professional development, corporate training, and open-access education, democratizing learning opportunities across geographic and socioeconomic boundaries. However, this integration is not without tension. Critical questions around academic integrity, algorithmic bias, digital equity, and the erosion of critical thinking demand careful pedagogical design and institutional governance. The most effective model is not one of AI replacement, but of human-AI collaboration — where educators leverage AI as an augmentative tool while preserving the irreplaceable dimensions of mentorship, ethical reasoning, and intellectual community. Sustainable integration requires updated curricula, faculty training, and policy frameworks that are both forward-looking and ethically grounded.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Higher Education, Adaptive Learning, Personalized Pedagogy, EdTech, Academic Integrity, Human-AI Collaboration