We are excited to invite you to an engaging discussion with renowned Development Economist Prof. A.K. Shiva Kumar as he delves into India's future in his talk: Super-power or Super-stuck: India@100 India @2047 is a topic that should be on everyone’s mind—young, old, and maybe even your pet! A.K. Shiva Kumar (or Shiv, for those who like to keep it casual), an economist with over four decades of wisdom, has dedicated his life to figuring out how to make India shine brighter than a Bollywood star. Unlike astrologers, who guess what the future holds with tea leaves, Shiv&rsqu Read More..

'The Puppetarians' - famous Puppeteers from Mumbai are bringing their beloved Puppet Show 'Grandma's Tale' to Atta Galatta! Enter the wondrous world of puppets as Puppet Granny tells a fabulous folktale with her shadow puppets and delivers an important message too. An interactive puppet show with audio-visual clues that'll keep children guessing and laughing. A story filled with animals and a mischievous thief. And also filled with messages of love, compassion, kindness, sharing and co-existence. Walk-around and shadow puppets projection make this enchanting folktale Read More..

Join us for a soulful workshop where art becomes your guide to self-discovery! Reflect, explore, and express your inner world through the captivating art of mandalas. No art experience? No worries—just bring your curiosity and creativity! 🌟 What Awaits You: 🖌️ A journey of reflection 🎭 A space to explore and create 🌈 A canvas for your untold stories Let’s turn patterns into possibilities. Unlock your story now! Read More..

The Dastaan-e-Sama is a captivating journey through the mystical traditions of Kashmir, blending rich storytelling, soul-stirring music, and evocative raqs. This unique event merges three forms of Kashmiri folk traditions to celebrate the spiritual and poetic legacy of Kashmiri Sufi saints and poets. The evening will feature a harmonious interplay of languages, including Urdu and English, to narrate and interpret the profound teachings and poetry of Kashmir’s Sufi heritage. Through Folk Dastaan (storytelling in verse) and a Sufiyana Music Mehfil, audiences will be transported to the h Read More..

LGBTQIA+ Therapists Meet up is a call for community.  "Are you a queer therapist? Omg can you be my therapist" OH NO. Going to queer pride events, I often find myself working even outside of work. As soon as I reveal that I am a therapist, people want to talk to me about work. "You're probably psychoanalyzing me right now." "Girl I have so much trauma, let me tell you..." and then it is unsolicited story time oof.  LGBTQIA+ Therapists Meet up is a call for community. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or just starting out in the Read More..

The world is at war. And at the Great Eastern, Calcutta's most luxurious hotel, amidst the feasting, dancing and laughter, we witness the metropolis in the last moments before multiple disasters strike. The story begins in August 1941, on the day Rabindranath Tagore dies. The city has come to a standstill as thousands of people line the streets to pay their respects. Among them are: Nirupama, a student of history and a volunteer with the Communist Party of India; Imogen, a young Englishwoman whose father is an official with the Raj; Kedar, the scion of a wealthy family, who dreams of pa Read More..

The Non-Aligned Poets Collective is collaborating with Atta Galatta for an event dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and mental health. Through poetry and shared stories, we aim to create an event for healing and understanding. Let’s break the silence, start meaningful conversations, and remind each other that help is always available. Together, we can support one another and empower those who need it most. Venue: Theater @ Atta Galatta DATE: 16 February 2025 Ticket: 499₹ (includes free copy of This Place I’ve Never Been) Read More..

Do you have a difficult conflict with someone in your life — maybe a partner, friend or family member? Perhaps it`s an explosive fight, or it could be an entirely unspoken one. Want to discover ways of turning that conflict into something positive? Come explore Conflict Alchemy, a tool that can turn conflict into the `gold` of: deeper understanding and connection, solutions that work for everyone, clearing up assumptions or misunderstandings, and even emotional healing. We will learn practical tools with a balance of theory and practice. Note that this workshop i Read More..

Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more... Read A Kitaab is a calm & comfort space to be yourself, to discuss books and life with no bars on age/gender/ethnicity/political views etc. Join us for the February meet on Sunday 16th February to discuss your favourite love and romance books! Entry free. Read More..

Step into the world of Raghu Rai, the father of Indian photography, through a deeply engaging memoir. This is not a conventional recounting of his life but a candid korero brimming with sincerity, wisdom, and humanity. Woven with iconic photographs, it captures his devotion to craft and the philosophies that shaped his legendary career. The narrative — alive with vibrant anecdotes and profound insights — offers an intimate portrait of the master craftsman and invites readers on a journey of learning and inspiration. Rachna Singh’s Raghu Rai: Waiting for the Divine i Read More..