Prabhat Kumar, IRS Chairman, Pan IIT Alumni India

In the first session of MDSEI 2026, Shri Navin Kumar Singh, IPS, National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC), highlighted about the emerging cyber threats to identify vulnerabilities and assess their implications for government systems, data security and cyber resilience and also explored the evolving cyber threat landscape, encompassing AI/ML-driven attacks, quantum computing, ransomware, Dark Web networks, cyber espionage and supply-chain compromises. Discussions highlighted India’s multi-agency cyber security framework, the proposed National Cyber Security Authority and state-level initiatives to strengthen cyber defence, protect critical infrastructure and enhance coordinated incident response. Concluding the session, Shri Navin Kumar Singh, IPS underscored the importance of collective vigilance, inter-agency coordination and continuous capacity building to counter emerging cyber threats and advance the vision of a secure, resilient and digitally empowered India. #CYBERSHIELD #MDSEI #NACIN #NACINMumbai #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime #CyberForensics #DigitalEvidence #CyberIntelligence #FinancialFrauds #CapacityBuilding #MinistryOfFinance #DepartmentOfRevenue #CBIC #DigitalIndia #MissionKarmayogi #ViksitBharat #CyberHygiene #DigitalForensics #AntiMoneyLaundering #NationalSecurity @cbic_india @GoI_MeitY @FinMinIndia @nacincbic @IncomeTaxIndia @Cyberdost @RailMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @DefPROMumbai

NACIN, Zonal Training Institute (ZTI), Mumbai, has organised a two-day seminar titled “CYBERSHIELD: Combating Cyber Threats, Frauds & Financial Crimes in the Digital Age” on 29th & 30th October, 2026 at NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai. The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Shri Vimal Kumar Srivastava, Chief Commissioner, Mumbai Customs, Zone II and Shri Prabhat Kumar, Principal Additional Director General, NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai symbolising the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. The seminar is attended by more than 95 participants from various government departments and premier intelligence agencies across India, including the Department of Revenue, Indian Coast Guard, Directorate of Enforcement, Ministry of Railways and Maharashtra Police. In inaugural address, Shri Vimal Kumar Srivastava, Chief Commissioner, Mumbai Customs, Zone II highlighted emerging threats, including ransomware, deepfake frauds, data breaches and money laundering. He emphasised AI, blockchain analytics, digital forensics, cyber hygiene and inter-agency coordination, urging officers to embrace innovation and strengthen investigative capabilities to safeguard India’s digital infrastructure, economic integrity and national security. The seminar aims to strengthen officers’ cyber awareness, investigative capabilities and institutional preparedness to detect, prevent and combat emerging cyber threats and financial crimes. #CYBERSHIELD #MDSEI #NACIN #NACINMumbai #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime #CyberForensics #DigitalEvidence #CyberIntelligence #FinancialFrauds #CapacityBuilding #MinistryOfFinance #DepartmentOfRevenue #CBIC #DigitalIndia #MissionKarmayogi #ViksitBharat #CyberHygiene #DigitalForensics #AntiMoneyLaundering #NationalSecurity @cbic_india @GoI_MeitY @FinMinIndia @nacincbic @IncomeTaxIndia @Cyberdost @RailMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @DefPROMumbai

At the MDSEI seminar held on 29–30 October 2026 at NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai, Shri Prabhat Kumar, Principal Additional Director General, NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai in his inaugural address highlighted the growing threat of organised cybercrime through the Jamtara fraud networks, the Mahadev App case and mule account networks. Shri Prabhat Kumar, also highlighted the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, including digital arrest scams, AI-driven attacks, deepfakes, Shadow AI and emerging quantum-related risks. Emphasising the need for proactive cyber defence, it underscored the importance of AI-powered threat detection, secure digital identities through passkeys and robust authentication, stringent KYC compliance, effective monitoring of mule accounts and greater public awareness to prevent cyber fraud and digital impersonation. The address called for a coordinated, technology-driven approach supported by institutional accountability, financial vigilance and stronger inter-agency intelligence sharing. It stressed that continuous technological upgradation and collective action are essential to disrupting organised cybercriminal networks and safeguarding India’s digital infrastructure, financial integrity and national security. #CYBERSHIELD #MDSEI #NACIN #NACINMumbai #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime #CyberForensics #DigitalEvidence #CyberIntelligence #FinancialFrauds #CapacityBuilding #MinistryOfFinance #DepartmentOfRevenue #CBIC #DigitalIndia #MissionKarmayogi #ViksitBharat #CyberHygiene #DigitalForensics #AntiMoneyLaundering #NationalSecurity @cbic_india @GoI_MeitY @FinMinIndia @nacincbic @IncomeTaxIndia @Cyberdost @RailMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @DefPROMumbai

CVC, Integrity Pledge at auditorium of NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai on 26.10.2026 (Monday) at 11.00 hrs. As per directives of CVC, New Delhi, observance of Vigilance Awareness Week, 2026 would commence with integrity pledge by public servants in the Ministries/Departments/Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)/Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and all other Government Organizations on 26th October, 2026 at 11.00 hrs. Accordingly, Shri Prabhat Kumar, Pr. Addl. Director General, NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai administered the Integrity Pledge, in both Hindi & English, to the officers of NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai, at the auditorium of NACIN, ZTI, Mumbai. He emphasized that all stakeholders, including citizens, government authorities, and the private sector, must share equal responsibility in preventing corruption. He also underscored the need for a robust grievance redressal mechanism to facilitate the reporting of wrongdoing and ensure that appropriate action is taken. All the Officers present at the venue took the Integrity Pledge and vowed to uphold highest standards of honesty and integrity at all times and support the fight against corruption in our organization and society.

The *National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes & Narcotics (NACIN), Mumbai* , under the aegis of the *Multi-Disciplinary School of Economic Intelligence (MDSEI)* , is organizing a two-day seminar for Group A officers , on *“CYBERSHIELD: Combating Cyber Threats, Frauds & Financial Crimes in the Digital Age”* , on *29th & 30th October 2026* at NACIN, Mumbai. The seminar will cover key areas including *Cybersecurity, Cyber Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Dark Web and Threat Intelligence, Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Investigations, Cyber Risk Management, Incident Response and Cyber Hygiene* , along with the *practical application of AI in Investigations, Governance and Productivity* . The programme will have national level experts from the specific domain areas as faculty. *Limited seats (75 only) are available* . Ministries/Departments may nominate up to *05 eligible officers* under their administrative control. In view of the limited capacity, *early nomination is requested to secure participation and facilitate timely confirmation* . Nominations may be submitted through the Google Form link provided herein - forms.gle/bSCfC6GMjBtgeqHP9 .