Hindustani Classical Vocal

By Anuran Dasgupta (Vocal)

Tabla: Ujith Uday Kumar

Harmonium: Mausam

By Soumitra Thakur (Sitar)

Tabla: Ujith Uday Kumar

By Priya Purushothaman

Tabla: Pt. Shailendra Mishra

Harmonium: Mausam

(Collaboration: Shanti Agrawal Association of Music, Arts and Literature (SAAMAL)

Sounds of Mesopotamia: An Introduction to Kurdish Music

Illustrated talk by Hakan Çifçi

Kurdish music is a rich and diverse tradition deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Kurdish people of ancient Mesopotamia. Encompassing a variety of styles ranging from ancient folk traditions to more modern forms, it is characterised by unique melodies, scales and instruments. Themes of love and nature are common in Kurdish music, which plays a vital role in preserving Kurdish identity and culture. Traditional songs are often passed down through an oral tradition, with bards (called “Dengbêj”) playing a crucial role in transmitting stories, epic tales and lyrical poems. Join us to learn more about Kurdish music.

Hakan Çifçi represents Commission of Foreign Relations of Kurdistan National Congress – KNK

The Electoral Rolls Controversy and the Media

Panelists: S Y Quraishi, Former Chief Election Commissioner; Manisha Pande, Managing Editor, Newslaundry; Yogendra Yadav, Political Activist; Ashutosh, Co-Founder Satya Hindi; Gurdeep Singh Sappal, Leader, INC

Moderator: Pamela Philipose, Ombudsperson, The Wire

(Collaboration: The Media Foundation)

Pt. Narayanrao Vyas (1902–1984), a legendary Hindustani classical vocalist, left an enduring legacy through his music.

Chief Guest: Dr. Sandhya Purecha, Chairperson, Sangeet Natak Akademi, Delhi

Guest of Honour: Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi, Member Secretary, IGNCA, Delhi

Welcome Speech: Pt Vidyadhar Vyas, son and disciple of Pt. Narayanrao Vyas

Performances by Pt Vidyadhar Vyas accompanied Pt Shailendra Mishra on Tabla and Dr Vinay Mishra on Harmonium.

Performances by Dr. Vineet Goswami, Sh. Anand Oak, Dr. Richa Verma, Dr. Sanika Goregaonkar & Dr. Gatikrishna Nayak, discples of Pt. Vidyadhar Vyas

Prarthana: Composition by Maharshi Pandit Vishnu Digambar Paluskar

(Collaboration: The Vyas Academy of Indian Music)

Welcome Address and Introductory Remarks: Shri Prabhat Kumar, President, IC Centre for Governance.

Keynote Speaker: Shri Sunil Malhotra, Founder and CEO of Ideafarms. He is a breakthrough practitioner of Design Thinking, a serial entrepreneur, and a thought leader in Design Strategy.

Followed by interactive Q& A with the audience

Vote of Thanks: Brig Rajendra Kumar, Director, IC Centre for Governance.

(Collaboration: IC Centre for Governance)

A symposium on “Humanities Matter” which will focus on “Conceptualizing Humanities “. “Humanities and Sciences: An interface” and “Humanities as Bedrock of Knowledge “in 3 sessions.

The Symposium brings together diverse scholars and experts address questions that arise from the perceived threat to humanities across educational institutions. Technical and commercial advancement has marginalized humanistic values, empathy, and social justice.  It will address the role of humanities for science, commerce, and engineering students, exploring how to balance theory with practice, resolve conflict constructively, and incorporate reflection into learning. The discussion aims to highlight the importance of humanities in developing well-rounded, thoughtful individuals and propose practical measures to integrate these values meaningfully into education.

Programme Committee: Sukrita Paul Kumar (Convenor), Prof Swati Pal, Principal, Janaki Devi College, Prof Asani Bhaduri, Cluster Innovation Centre, Delhi University

Ashutosh Bharadwaj in conversation with Ashok Vajpeyi about his ongoing biography of Ramchandra Gandhi.

(Collaboration: The Raza Foundation)

Ananda : An Exploration of Cannabis in India

By Karan Madhok (Aleph, 2024)

Discussants: Sh. Omair Ahmad, acclaimed novelist and journalist; Dr Khagesh Gautam, Professor, Jindal Global Law School, Ms Tripti Tandon, Lawyer and Drug Policy Analyst; Sh. Karan Madhok, author of the book

Moderator: Mr. Amritesh Mukherjee, Independent Journalist and Editor 
 

The exhibition is a pen-and-ink journey spanning over two decades, capturing Delhi’s grandeur, grit, and timeless chaos alongside Mussoorie’s serene Himalayan charm. From Lutyens’ elegance and Old Delhi’s tangled tales to New Delhi’s urban pulse and Mussoorie’s colonial quietude, each work is drawn from lived experience.

Manoj Kumar is a pen-and-ink artist who captures urban dynamism and natural serenity with precision and depth, drawing on his experience as a former civil servant and IIT Delhi alumnus.

Preview on 19th September at 18:30 hrs

The exhibition will be on view till 26th September from 11:00 to 19:00 hrs.

The Red Woman

By Laksmisree Banerjee (Black Eagle Books, 2025)

Discussants: Prof. Radha Chakravarty, Writer, Critic and Translator, Prof. Seema Jain, Bilingual Poet, Translator and Editor, Ms. Mandira Ghosh, Poet, Researcher, Educator, Writer, Dr. Roopali Sircar Gaur, Former Professor, Delhi University, Poet & Prof. Laksmisree Banerjee, poet, professor and author of the Book

Chair: Dr. Amarendra Khatua, Former Secretary, MEA & DG, ICCR & Poet