BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
28 May 2014, 05:30 am
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Programme Type
Discussions
Discussion around the book, Life and Times of Charlie Chaplin (New Delhi: Ocean Books, 2013) by Nandini Saraf
Discussants are:
Ms. Aruna Vasudev, editor-in-chief, Cinemaya will Chair the program and the panel consisting of Mr. Darpan Majumdar; Mrs. Kumkum Khanna; and Mr. Arun Anand will critically discuss the book.
Charlie Chaplin, the universal comic icon, who with his lovable portrayal of a ‘tramp’ made and still makes the world laugh, continues to live in popular memory.
The Hitler’s toothbrush moustache, the bowler or derby hat, the coat a size or two too small, the baggy trousers, the floppy shoes and the cane made him the most unforgettable character. The mere mention of his name conjures a picture of him as the tramp.
One of the most pivotal stars of the early silent era of Hollywood, Charlie Chaplin’s films made everyone laugh and cry at the same time. The world cinema is indebted to him for films like ‘The Kid’, ‘The Gold Rush’, ‘The Circus,’ ‘City Light’, ‘Modern Times’ and ‘The Great Dictator’.
An enigma to the world, people have vast curiosity about his life and his body of work. This book is an attempt to unravel the various aspects of his life and his struggles. The happiness and the despair, the controversies and the acclaim are all revealed in this authentic biography of this great legend.
Discussants are:
Ms. Aruna Vasudev, editor-in-chief, Cinemaya will Chair the program and the panel consisting of Mr. Darpan Majumdar; Mrs. Kumkum Khanna; and Mr. Arun Anand will critically discuss the book.
Charlie Chaplin, the universal comic icon, who with his lovable portrayal of a ‘tramp’ made and still makes the world laugh, continues to live in popular memory.
The Hitler’s toothbrush moustache, the bowler or derby hat, the coat a size or two too small, the baggy trousers, the floppy shoes and the cane made him the most unforgettable character. The mere mention of his name conjures a picture of him as the tramp.
One of the most pivotal stars of the early silent era of Hollywood, Charlie Chaplin’s films made everyone laugh and cry at the same time. The world cinema is indebted to him for films like ‘The Kid’, ‘The Gold Rush’, ‘The Circus,’ ‘City Light’, ‘Modern Times’ and ‘The Great Dictator’.
An enigma to the world, people have vast curiosity about his life and his body of work. This book is an attempt to unravel the various aspects of his life and his struggles. The happiness and the despair, the controversies and the acclaim are all revealed in this authentic biography of this great legend.
FILMS ON WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENT
24 May 2014, 05:30 am
Race to Save the Albatross (22 min; dvd; English)
From the series Earth Report which focuses on the killing of the Albatross by long fishing lines every week. The film investigates the future of these iconic seabirds, and the inexpensive fishing methods that can halt their destruction
Cold Coral Deep (22 min; dvd; English)
From the series Earth Report, the film investigates the incredible diversity of wildlife harbored by the deep- sea cold coral reefs
FILMS ON WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENT
Race to Save the Albatross (22 min; dvd; English)
From the series Earth Report which focuses on the killing of the Albatross by long fishing lines every week. The film investigates the future of these iconic seabirds, and the inexpensive fishing methods that can halt their destruction
Cold Coral Deep (22 min; dvd; English)
From the series Earth Report, the film investigates the incredible diversity of wildlife harbored by the deep- sea cold coral reefs
Ek Sham Ismat Chugtai ke Naam
24 May 2014, 05:30 am
Ek Sham Ismat Chugtai ke Naam
Programme Type
Discussions
A programme on Ismat Chughtai – panel discussion and readings
Speakers: Ms Geeta Patel; and Dr. Shohini Ghosh
Moderator: Ms Urvashi Butalia
Speakers: Ms Geeta Patel; and Dr. Shohini Ghosh
Moderator: Ms Urvashi Butalia
Program: 1. Video (12-15 minutes) interview (by Nirupama Dutt) with Hiralal Sibal, lawyer who fought the censorship case on behalf of Ismat Chughtai. 2. Panel discussion on censorship and publishing, the case and related issues.
Panelists: Geeta Patel, Noor Zaheer, Nirupama Dutt, and moderated by Shohini Ghose.
Panelists: Geeta Patel, Noor Zaheer, Nirupama Dutt, and moderated by Shohini Ghose.
Tea Break : 6.15 PM to 6.30 PM 3. Conversation with Sukrita Paul Kumar and moderated by Geeta Patel. 4. Readings by Nirupama Dutt, Sukrita Paul Kumar and Noor Zaheer
HEALTHY MEDICINE
23 May 2014, 05:30 am
HEALTHY MEDICINE
Programme Type
Discussions
Drugs – Patented, Branded and Generic: What is In a Name?
Keynote speaker: Dr. Naresh Gupta, Director-Professor, Maulana Azad Medical College & Associated Lok Nayak & G.B. Pant Hospitals and Chairman, Advisory Group, Consumers India
Panelists: Dr. S.K. Gupta, National Adviser, Pharmacovigilance, Govt. of India and Professor Emeritus, University of Delhi (former Professor and Head of Department, Pharmacology, AIIMS); Dr. G.N. Singh, Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India; and Dr. Jayashree Gupta, President, Consumers India
Keynote speaker: Dr. Naresh Gupta, Director-Professor, Maulana Azad Medical College & Associated Lok Nayak & G.B. Pant Hospitals and Chairman, Advisory Group, Consumers India
Panelists: Dr. S.K. Gupta, National Adviser, Pharmacovigilance, Govt. of India and Professor Emeritus, University of Delhi (former Professor and Head of Department, Pharmacology, AIIMS); Dr. G.N. Singh, Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India; and Dr. Jayashree Gupta, President, Consumers India
Hindu College, Delhi – A People’s Movement
20 May 2014, 05:30 am
Hindu College, Delhi – A People’s Movement
Programme Type
Discussions
Discussion around this book by Dr. Kavita A. Sharma and Shri W.D. Mathur (New Delhi: Niyogi Books, 2014)
Panelists: Prof. Dinesh Singh; Dr. Aparna Basu; Justice Manmohan; Shri Srinivasan Jain; Dr. Lalit Bhasin and Shri K.C. Mehra
Chair: Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan
Panelists: Prof. Dinesh Singh; Dr. Aparna Basu; Justice Manmohan; Shri Srinivasan Jain; Dr. Lalit Bhasin and Shri K.C. Mehra
Chair: Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan
Gandhi in Mexico: A Look at Nonviolence
17 May 2014, 05:30 am
Gandhi in Mexico: A Look at Nonviolence
(56 min; dvd; English subtitles)
Director: Sonia Deotto who will introduce the film
Screening will be followed by a discussion
Mahatma Gandhi’s Constructive Programme, along with Satyagraha and the Eleven Vows is one of the three important contributions made by him to the world. Based on Nonviolence, Gandhiji proposed the Constructive Programme as a permanent guide for implementation and enrichment, beyond the political Independence of his nation. It was a model of universal impact, regardless of religion, origin or skin colour. A Gandhian delegation to Mexico led by Narayan Desai and Radha Bhatt found in many corners of the country similar programmes, initiated and developed by Mexican people. The film looks at eight stories of social transformation: eight constructive works created and developed by people of different sensitive areas of Mexico
Director: Sonia Deotto who will introduce the film
Screening will be followed by a discussion
Mahatma Gandhi’s Constructive Programme, along with Satyagraha and the Eleven Vows is one of the three important contributions made by him to the world. Based on Nonviolence, Gandhiji proposed the Constructive Programme as a permanent guide for implementation and enrichment, beyond the political Independence of his nation. It was a model of universal impact, regardless of religion, origin or skin colour. A Gandhian delegation to Mexico led by Narayan Desai and Radha Bhatt found in many corners of the country similar programmes, initiated and developed by Mexican people. The film looks at eight stories of social transformation: eight constructive works created and developed by people of different sensitive areas of Mexico
