1. Cyclothon And Yamuna Clean Up On International Volunteer Day 2014 – Delhi

Delhi’s biggest cyclothon is being organized by United Nations Volunteer India in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport, the United Nations Development Programme, Sweccha and media partner, NDTV. Join them on Sunday, 14 December in a Cyclothon for Clean India as hundreds of residents of Delhi cycle around the city drawing attention to the role we can all play in cleaning the Yamuna. So volunteer your time now. To register click here

‘Make Change Happen’ in Delhi will feature a cyclothon; a clean-up of the Yamuna bank at Kudsia Ghat and a music concert, featuring Swarathma, Tritha and Mame Khan feat. The Trio.

The event will be telecast live by NDTV. Know more about the event here.

When: December 14th, 10 am onwards.
Where: Kudsia Ghat, opposite ISBT, Kashmiri Gata, Delhi

2. Mumbai Women’s International Film Festival 2014 – Mumbai

Open for all, this 8-Day film festival will be a grand affair of seminars, interactions, workshops, cultural programs, along with healthy competition between women filmmakers. MWIFF is dedicated to give women the opportunity to show a piece of their work, their talent!

When: 6th Dec – 13th Dec 2014, 05:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Where: Various locations. Check out this page for details

3. EFI Weekend – Chennai

A weekend that is filled with Plants-Archealogy-Street Theater-Crocodiles-NEW FRIENDS

Saturday:
7:30am to 8:30am – Plantation at OSR-Chemmenchery
9:30am to 11:30am – Street Play Rehearsals, Garden Set Up and “Old Bottle” Man making at PSBB Millenium.
12:30pm to 2:30pm – Visit to Ellen Sharma Archeological Sight to understand Pre-Historic Chennai.

Sunday:
11:00am to 3:00pm – Visit to Croc Bank with 25 Special Kids from Bhavishya Deepam, An EFI sponsored trip to ensure environmental education and experience for all.

Register:
info@indiaenvironment.org

When: December 13th – December 14th, 7:30 am to 5 pm
Where: Chennai, check out this link for more details

4. Mylapore Makeover – Clean India Rally – Chennai

Thuvakkam is organizing a rally and a cleaning event in association NAC Jewellers with the intention of spreading the voice of “Clean India” in association with Corporation of Chennai. We kindly invite you to participate & support this mass event.

Breakfast, Refreshments, T-shirt, Cap, Cleaning materials & other amenities including a Certificate will be provided. Click here for more details.

Please Note: Only the 100 people who have registered for the event in the below given link will be provided with the certificates and T-shirts.So please register soon here.

For more details contact :
Sarath Chandran : +91 9941241520
Harikiran Gnanasekaran : +91 9176423374

When: Tuesday, December 16th at 8:30 am
Where: South Mada Street, Mylapore, Chennai.

5. YES! i am the CHANGE Bengaluru Social Film Festival – Bangalore

Calling all Bengaluru changemakers! Yes Foundation will be hosting a one-day social film festival in your city featuring top films of #YESiamtheCHANGE, special films from Karnataka and an interactive speaker session with award-winning filmmaker Pawan Kumar. Entry is free and open to all.

Check out the full schedule here.

When: December 13th, Saturday at 2:00pm – 7:30pm
Where: We School Bangalore, Electronic City, Bangalore

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1. Appeal Please Help Stop ‘Kolubete’ – Bengaluru

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In the ritual hunting festival called, ‘Kolubete’, thousands of innocent wild animals are mercilessly killed while lakhs of villagers stand by to watch the event. This year, hunting festivals are planned to be held on December 18th 2014, 25th December, 28th December and 4th January 2014.

Shri Ajay Misra, Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF), Karnataka Forest Department has issued directions to stop the hunting festival in all districts of Karnataka. Along with this, an awareness programme is planned to be conducted with support from Forest Department, People for Animals (PFA), Kengeri, CUPA WRRC, Paradigm Shift activity center, Happy Vegans foundation, Karuna International, Karnataka Animal Rights Activist Group, Prani Daya Sangh, Vishwa Prani Kalyan Mandal and Watchers India Trust. Your support in stopping the Hunting Festival by volunteering and bringing in volunteers to be a part of this awareness campaign will greatly help in making this Campaign successful. Check out more details here.

When: Dec. 20th – Dec. 21st
Where: Dulikunta, near Nelamangala, Bengaluru

2. India International Water expo – Chennai

India-International Water Expo’2014 will be the Largest Exhibition covering the Water & Waste-Water Industry. The Expo focus is on Water Treatment, Waste-Water Management & Recycling, Water Supply & Services, Water Management Systems, Water Conservation, Desalination, Filtration Equipment, Effluent Treatment Systems, Water Pollution, Pipes, Fittings & Valves, Packaged Drinking Water, Instrumentation & Process Control, Transportation, Distribution & Collection Systems, Water Treatment Chemicals, Boilers & Cooling Towers, Rainwater Harvesting, Pumps & Motors. Municipal Solid Waste,Manufactures and Service Providers of Bio Medical Waste, Industrial Waste, Electronic Waste. Check out more details here.

When: Dec. 19th
Where: Chennai Trade Centre, Mount Poonamalee Road, Chennai, Tamil Nādu

3.  Agritalk India – Rajkot

This show will provide opportunity to attendees to learn about innovative marketing strategies in order to increase their market share. Farmers and Agri professionals from all parts of India will attend this event and will showcase their latest products and services associated with agricultural sector. The show will be an ideal platform where producers from agricultural industry can interact directly with the consumers. The participants will be able to meet with key decision makers, distributors, and agents and will also able to build business relationship with them. Products such as agriculture land levelers, agriculture spare parts, agro chemicals and fertilizers will be at displayed at this show. Click here for details.

When: Dec. 21st – Dec. 24th
Where: Shastri Maidan, Rājkot, Gujarāt

4. Transforming India Conclave 2014 & Think India Awards 2014 – Delhi

Transforming India Conclave 2014 is being conducted to align to the Prime Minister’s vision. The event will have 5 sessions of panel discussions on the same and will award all those organizations/NGOs/Corporate Houses who have contributed to the GDP of the country by creative value, jobs, manufacturing base, good governance and growth.
The panel discussions will be conducted on:
– The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
– Housing For All by 2022
– Swachh Bharat
– Digital India
– Make in India
The above discussions will be useful as a knowledge sharing platform with debates, deliberations from the stalwarts & experts in their respective fields. Read more here.

When: Dec 18th
Where:  India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi

5. Handloom Ambassadors – Bengaluru

Desi, in collaboration with Friends of the Hand loom, is launching a campaign called “Hand loom Ambassadors”. This program is specially designed to sensitise young people towards Hand loom sector, as also rural empowerment. Shri Shyam Benegal, the internationally renowned film maker and Rajya Sabha member, shall be their first Hand loom Ambassador. Know more here.

When: Dec. 20th
Where: Gandhi Bhavana, Bengaluru

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1. 7th International Congress Environmental Research – Bengaluru

1. Umeed – Mumbai

4. Workshop on sustainable lifestyle – Chennai

Green Minds Centre, A group on Ecopsychology (The science of living with nature in harmony), is hosting an interactive talk-cum-workshop that will focus on sustainable lifestyle. Check out this space for more details.

When: 9th Jan
Where: Luz House,  12-176, Luz Church road, Mylapore, Chennai

5. The Splendor Of Kashmir – Delhi

An initiative by Varuna Anand, The Splendor Of Kashmir aims to promote the age old art of shawl making from Kashmir. The exhibition will have on display a wide range of Pashmina shawls like bold jamavars, plain shawls, kani and more in vibrant shades crafted by the local artisans from Kashmir. Check out this space for more details.

When: Jan 8 – Jan 9
Where: The Imperial Hotel (Connaught Place), Delhi

6. 10th Anniversary of Tsunamika in Auroville

As a natural response to the tsunami devastation in 2004 in the coastal areas of Auroville, Upasana ventured into the field of social development with a strong focus on application of design for social welfare. Tsunamika is a little doll made of cloth fabric by fisher women who were traumatized by the Tsunami disaster. The project was called Tsunamika. In 2015, Tsunamika will become ten years old. The Tsunamika team is honoured to celebrate her birthday and the team is looking forward to seeing everyone there. Check out the event page for more details or send a mail to – umah@auroville.org.in

When: 10th Jan
Where: Bharat Nivas in Auroville.

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Rann Utsav, Hampi Festival, Hornbill Festival, Losar Festival and many more. Which of these 14 events tops your list? Pack your bags and get ready to experience some of the most amazing carnivals in India this year!

1. Magh Mela Festival

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Magh Mela is known for bathing of hundreds of thousands of devout Hindus in the rivers. Organized on the banks of Sangam (the meeting point of Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati) in Allahabad, Hindu mythology considers the origin of Magh Mela to be the beginning of the universe. Organized every year in the month of Magh (January-February), this festival is also known as the mini Kumbh mela. While the Kumbh mela, considered to be the largest peaceful gathering in the world, is organized once every three years, Magh mela is an annual event. If you want to get a glimpse of what the Kumbh looks like, you should not miss the Magh mela!

Dates: January 5, 2015 to February 17, 2015

2. Desert Festival of Jaisalmer

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When the beautiful deserts of Jaiselmer call you for a three-day extravaganza, you have to visit the golden land. Camel polo and dance, a turban tying competition, some of the most amazing performances on traditional instruments, some unbelievably long moustache displays, puppetry, folk performances, moonlit concert and what not! Get ready for an amazing experience.

Dates: 1 Feb 2015 – 3 Feb 2015

3. Pushkar Camel Festival

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This annual five-day (af)fair with lots of cultural events is much more than just a livestock fair. Held in Pushkar town of Rajasthan, it is one of the largest camel fairs in the world. Every year, lakhs of visitors witness the amazing carnival full of colour and celebrations. Amusing competitions like “matka phod”, “longest moustache”, etc. are some of the interesting attractions. Pushkar lake, where the event is held, attracts a large number of tourists during this festival.

Dates: November 18, 2015 – November 25, 2015

4. Torgya Monastery Festival, Tawang

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Celebrated by the Monpa tribe at the Tawang Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh, this three-day annual festival is all about dances, amazing performances and grand celebrations. The festival signifies the destruction of evil spirits and harmful forces. A group of monks dressed in splendid robes and masks perform the choreographed dance in the courtyard of the monastery. Chamm, a choreographed sacred dance, is the main attraction of the festival followed by the amazing feast.

Dates: January 17 – 19

5. International Kite festival, Ahmedabad

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One of the most famous events in the country, the International Kite Festival is an annual event that attracts kite connoisseurs from across the world. The festival marks the day when winter ends, which is known as Makar Sankranti. It is considered to be one of the most important harvest days in India. Also called Uttarayan, Ahmedabad has been hosting this magnificent festival since 1989 and has seen some of the most amazing kites in its sky. A master kite maker and flyer, Rasulbhai can even fly 500 kites on a single string. Various kite making and painting competitions and workshops are other attractions of the day. The rooftop of every house is crowded and there are so many kites flying that you can barely see the clear sky.

Dates: January 7 – January 15

6. Hampi Festival

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Here is yet another opportunity to pack your bags and travel. Not just because the festival is amazing but also the place is mesmerizing, and you should not miss out on its beauty. Puppet shows, folk dance, mud wrestling, classical music performances are some of the amazing events at the festival. Water sports, rock climbing and rural sports are gradually finding a place in this carnival too. This three-day event is the largest festival in Hampi and is definitely worth attending.

Dates: January 9 – January 11.

7. The Story Of Light Festival, Panjim

Source: thestoryoflight.org

This unique and probably India’s first science-meets-art festival in Goa will host 45 artists and scientists from around the world who will put up installations in the public spaces of Goa. The festival will be full of visual play, dance performances, installations with light and colour, photography workshops, and live projections. It aims to raise awareness about the breakthroughs in light science, its applications and its importance to mankind. In an effort to unravel all the mysteries of light, scientists and artists from all over the world are congregating in Panjim for the unusual event.

Dates: January 14 – 18, 2015

8. Khajuraho Dance Festival, Madhya Pradesh

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The perfect combination of culture and heritage, Khajuraho Dance festival organized by the Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad at the splendid Khajuraho temples is a week-long annual festival. The event features classical dance performances like Kathak, Bharathanatyam, Odissi, Kuchipudi, Manipuri and Kathakali. Even if you are not very well versed with classical dances, this is an event worth experiencing for its sheer beauty.

Dates: February 20 – February 26

9. Bihu Festival

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The Bihu festival is organized in three parts every year in Assam – Bhogali Bihu, Rongali Bihu and Kongali Bihu. Considered to be the most important festival of the region, it involves Bihu folk dance and songs and represents three different sets of culture. People of Assam come together for this festival irrespective of their caste, religion and faith.

Dates:
Bihu 2015: Thursday, Jan 15
Bhogali Bihu: Jan 15, 2015
Rongali (Bohag) Bihu: April 14, 15, 16, 2015
Kongali Bihu: Mid October

10. Hornbill Festival

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The most popular festival of Nagaland, the Hornbill festival showcases the stunning beauty of the state and the rich culture worth witnessing. Organized in the first week of December, it is also called the “festival of festivals”. The festival is named after the bird, Indian Hornbill, and the aim of this festival is to revive and protect the rich culture of Nagaland and display its extravaganza and traditions. Colourful performances, displays of art and craft, cultural shows, Naga wrestling and traditional archery are just a few of the activities in this grand carnival.

Dates: Dec 1 – Dec 10

11. World Sacred Spirit Festival

Source: worldsufispiritfestival.org

If you want to go on an extra ordinary musical journey, this event is for you. Organized in mesmerizing Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur and the Ahhichatragarh Fort in Nagaur, the splendid sufi performances by world famous artists will take you to the spiritual and musical journey like you have never experienced before.

Dates: 
Nagpur: February 9 to February 11
Jodhpur: February 13 to February 15

12. Rann Utsav

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This is not like any other festival which lasts for a few days and bids goodbye. Rather, the the Great Rann of Kutch hosts the Rann Utsav for a whole three months on its amazing white land. The glowing white Rann in the full moon night with various cultural performances, handicrafts and outdoor activities make this a must-go destination. A perfect combination of adventure and leisure, you can visit the Rann of Kutch with your family and rest assured that you will have the experience of a lifetime.

Dates: December 1, 2014 – March 7, 2015

13. Goa Carnival

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This four-day festival full of music, dance, colour and celebrations is not like other conventional festivals in India. Streets are filled with people wearing costumes, huge parades, musicians, street shows, etc. Celebrated throughout Goa, the festival is enjoyed by people of all communities and it brings out the vibrant culture of Goa. The carnival adds to the already beautiful Panjim. You have to attend this festival to see Goa in its brightest form!

Dates: February 14 – February 17

14. Losar Festival

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Ladakh never fails to amaze you with its splendid beauty. But what adds to the splendour of the ravishing land is its Losar festival. It marks the beginning of the new year in Ladakh with various ancient rituals, dance performances, stage fights between good and evil and amazing music. Ladakhi Buddhists make religious offering before their deities in the domestic shrines or Gompas. The preparations for this most-awaited festival start months before this fifteen-day long event.

Dates: The festival’s dates are tentative but it is likely to begin on February 18-19

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1. Art For Concern – Delhi

Art for Concern is an exhibition featuring traditional and folk art, organised by Secure Giving in an attempt to showcase and preserve these indigenous art forms. The exhibition will showcase miniature art in various styles- Madhubani from Bihar, Matani Pachedi from Gujarat, Phad and Pichwai from Rajasthan, Gond from Madhya Pradesh, Kalamkari from Andhra Pradesh, Bronzes from Kumbakonam and Kalighat paintings from Kolkata.

The proceeds from the exhibition will go towards Concern India Foundation, a registered, non-profit charitable trust working towards ‘Helping People Help Themselves’ by making the disadvantaged self-reliant and enabling them to lead a life of dignity. Know more.

When: Jan 15- Jan 16
Where : Hungarian Information and Cultural Centre(Connaught Place)

2. Mumbai Marathon- Mumbai

1. Workshop on Smart Organic Terrace Gardening by Dr. B. N. Viswanath Kadur – Bengaluru

A great opportunity to learn about terrace gardening along with hands on session from the experts. More details here.

Topics Covered –
1. Need for Urban farming/gardening
2. An overview of gardening all over the world
3. Vegetables and plants
4. Plan for the terrace garden
5. Plan for the kitchen garden
6. Plant care in gardening
7. Soil and water management
8. Compost and Vermicompost preparation
9. Insects, pest and diseases
10. Pest management

When: Jan 25
Where:#728, geetanjali layout, 4th Main, New thippasandra post, HAL 3rd stage Bangalore, India

2. Construkt Fest- U25 Collab – Bengaluru

This 6 days festival brings together entrepreneurs across four communities: Technology, Design, Culinary and Social Impact. The festival allows attendees to engage in high impact, action oriented sessions amidst the energy of a carnivalesque atmosphere. More details.

When: Jan 27 – Jan 28
Where: All over Bengaluru

3. Biodiversity Wall (Photography for Elephants) – Bengaluru

As part of the event – “Photography for elephants”, “Friends of elephants” and “Darter Photography” is working on creating a biodiversity wall that displays a variety of photographs of wildlife on a large canvas. Your wildlife images are needed for this project. Check out the events page for more details.

When: Jan 25
Where: Rangoli – The Metro Art Center, Mg Road

4. Design Innovation Workshop – Gujarat

In Jan 2015, 350 technologists, artists, designers and thinkers will gather in Ahmedabad for the 5th Design Innovation Workshop. Check out this space for more details.

When: Jan 17-23
Where: PDPU, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

5. An Enchanting Odyssey by Tripti Jain – Delhi

The exhibition will consist about 20-30 artworks done by Tripti. All the collection from this exhibition will be used to conduct more campaigns to spread as much as awareness about menstruation in slum areas and distribute the hygiene packs to the underprivileged women’s of the society. More details here.

When: Jan 22-23
Where: Arpana Art Gallery 4/6, Khel Gaon Marg, Institutional Area Siri Fort Road Delhi, Delhi-NCR

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1. Oota From Your Thota – Bengaluru

OFYT brings together all essential resources under one roof. The event also gives organic farmers and sustainable producers a place to showcase their products – this spans from organic vegetables grown by rural farmers, eco-friendly cosmetics, green washing solutions, composting options and different resources that can help one make everyday choices good for the planet. Discussions with gardening experts, films and demonstrations are an integral part of the event. More details here.

When: Feb 1
Where: Hebbal Veterinary College Ground, Bengaluru

2.World Youth Model UN 2015 – Ahmedabad

The World Youth Model United Nations 2015 is all ready to turn its vision of assembling and empowering the youth around the world to realise the need of youth participation in global issues, a reality. Be a part of this reality foran enduring session of learning, addressing and resolving international issues. Check more details here.

When: Jan 31-Feb 1
Where: Nirma University, Nirma University Rd, Ahmedabad, , Gujarat, India, Ahmedabad

3. A Visual History Of Indian Modern Art – Delhi

DLF Emporio in collaboration with Delhi Art Gallery is hosting, A Visual History of Indian Modern Art. It is an exclusive preview of the magnificent artworks in various mediums by famous artists like MF Hussain, FN Souza, Raza and many more. More details.

When: Jan 18- Till Feb 03
Where: DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, Delhi

4. The 5th Global Bird Watchers’ Conference – Gujarat

Organized by Gujarat tourism, the conference aims to jointly enjoy the delicate symphony of chirping of these beautiful creatures, and simultaneously get together to keep this deep music alive for the generations to come. It is so pleasing that even the angels of nature – birds – feel this spirit and flock down from distant lands. Over 520 species of birds are hosted have been attracting these wonderful creatures for decades. More details.

When: From Jan 31- March 02
Where: Porbandar, Gujarat

5. Auroville International Potter’s Market 2015 – Auroville

Do not miss this amazing exhibition of 38 potters from Pondicherry to Calcutta. Check out more details on the event page here. 

When: Jan 30 – Feb 1
Where: Visitors centre, Auroville

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1. Fourth Virasat Pune Heritage Festival – Pune

34 organizations with an eclectic line up of 48 events shall offer a unique opportunity to learn about Pune’s history, its cultural and natural heritage. The Festival is organised by Janwani with the support of Pune Municipal Corporation. Events are open to all, most are FREE and all promote Pune’s culture and heritage, kindly share. Do not hesitate to contact us if you need more info about the festival.
More details online at www.virasatpune.com

When: 6th to 15th February
Where: Various locations in Pune

2. Neralu Tree Festival – Bengaluru

Neralu is one-of-a-kind public event that celebrates trees, and possibly the only one in the recent times to be a completely crowdfunded, completely Citizen led event. The Neralu organising community is now a large network of over 200 people. The festival begins on 7th February, 2015 at Doddamavalli Katte near Lalbagh; where local communities have been using the traditional tree platforms as an integral part of their lives – where the Peepul, Neem and Banni trees are revered along with snake stones. NERALU’s focus is to draw attention to this old-world charm that flourishes in many parts of Bangalore. Register here. 

When: 7th to 14th Feb
Where: Various locations in Bengaluru

 3. Surajkund Crafts Mela – Haryana

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The Mela showcases the richness and diversity of the handicrafts, handlooms and the cultural heritage of India. The idea of hosting the Mela is to recreate a pristine rural ambience for foreign and domestic tourists, tell the patrons of arts and crafts of the skills involved in creative arts, to introduce craftspersons directly to the buyers, and to identify, nurture and preserve the languishing crafts of the country. Uniqueness of the Mela is that one of the Indian states gets the honour to occupy the position of the Theme State each year. Theme state this year is Chhatisgarh.

When: 1st to 15th Feb
Where: Surajkund, Faridabad, Haryana.

4. 13th Ishara International Puppet Festival – Delhi

The Ishara International Puppet Theatre marks its 13th anniversary with new and exciting performances from India and across the world. Produced by Teamwork Arts, the festival is an established platform which nurtures and promotes the mixed medium puppetry in India, and brings forth the best of Indian and international Puppet Theatre for the audience, expanding their cultural experiences. From the modern and traditional forms of puppetry, ranging from rod to string puppets, to mixed performances with dance, theatre and music and more; audiences of all ages will be entertained with a variety of vibrant and spellbinding shows. More details.

When: 3rd to 11th Feb
Where: Amphitheatre, India Habitat Centre (IHC), Lodhi Road, New Delhi and Epicentre, Apparel House, Sector 44, Gurgaon

5. Temples of Tamil Nadu – Chennai

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DakshinaChitra brings to you an exhibition of oil paintings by artist K Ravee titled Temples Of Tamilnadu. On display will be a collection of work showcasing the images and sculptures from temples. More details.

When: 5th to 28th Feb
Where: East Coast Road, Muttukadu Chennai

6. Sports Day for differently abled children – Mumbai

Photo for representation purpose only. Courtesy: Sparky Football.

The event is organized by Secure Giving in aid of Concern India Foundation and will include 170 children from around Mumbai participating in races on crutches, races for those with visual, auditory and cognitive problems, and so on. Please be there to support the kids. For more details, contact – shyamli.p@gmail.com

When: 6th Feb
Where: Dharavi Sports Complex

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1. Kala Ghoda Arts Festival Mumbai

Bombay’s annual 9-day festival celebrating the arts and the Kala Ghoda precinct. Children’s Events, Cinema, Dance, Food, Heritage Walks, Literature, Music, Theatre, Street Festival, Visual Arts as well as Contests, Workshops & Seminars and much more! Know more details here.

When: 7th Feb to 15th Feb
Where: Kala Ghoda Association C/o A.T.E. Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., 4th Floor, Dr. V. B. Gandhi Marg, Fort, Mumbai

2. Unconvention|L Ahmedabad – Ahmedabad

At the Unconvention|L Ahmedabad, budding entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to present their idea for a for-profit business with social impact, to a panel of experts comprising Villgro mentors, successful social entrepreneurs, social incubators and seed investors. More details here.

When: 15th Feb
Where: Centre for Innovation Incubation and Entrepreneurship, IIM Ahmedabad

3. Chennai Green Meeting – Chennai

Know all about Organic Farming, Zero Budget Natural Farming , Collective Farming, Herbal Farming, Mixed Farming and much more at Chennai Green Meeting. Know more here.

When: 14th Feb
Where: SUGA Green Services, 26, TNHB Complex, Luz Golden Enclave, 180 Luz Church Road, Mylapore

4.  Delhi Rising – Delhi

One Billion Rising is a Global Campaign to end Violence ! Reclaim public spaces, make your voices heard and Rise for Justice, Equality and a much needed Revolution to bring about the change we want to see! Take ownership! Use this space to plan, start relevant discussions, volunteer and work collaboratively to end Violence and Patriarchy! Know more.

When: 15th Feb
Where: Jantar Mantar, New Delhi

5. Aero India 2015 – Bengaluru

The AERO INDIA exhibition, organized by the Indian Ministry of Defense is the largest air show in Asia and has become a “must attend” for U.S. Companies interested in exporting to India. Taking place in Bangalore, India from February 18-22, 2015, this premiere event will be a dynamic export opportunity for American aerospace & defense suppliers. Know more.

When: 18th Feb- 22nd Feb
Where: Air Force Station, Yelahanka

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1. Walk for Values – Noida

After Canada, Australia, New Zealand and USA, the first ‘Walk for Values’ is being organized in India on Sunday, February 22, 2015 at The Great India Place, Noida. The objective of this Walkathon is to raise the awareness about the relevance of ‘Human Values’ in today’s society.

The ‘Walk for Values’ isn’t a fund raiser. The event primarily seeks participation to make the residents of Delhi-NCR conscious about their role in realization of universal peace by pledging to practice positive values which will ultimately lead to a more caring and compassionate society. The Walk will witness more than 2000 participants from various institutions in and around Delhi-NCR. It will be a wonderful, motivating and energizing experience, which will include few talks, music and the decoration of a gazebo and floats. The participants will also be provided with placards displaying inspirational quotes and messages on “Human Values” from World leaders. Each participant would be encouraged to commit to the practice of values in their own lives. Register here –  or cheek out their Facebook page.

When: Feb 22
Where: The Great India Place (GIP) Mall, Sector 18, Noida

2. Dastakar Basant – Delhi

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Dastkar in association with Delhi Tourism is hosting 6th edition of Dastkar Basant. This Basant, immerse in mesmerising regional handloom weaves like Maheshwari, Kota, Ikats and fine Bandhini along with block printed textiles in Ajrakh, Bagru and Dabu styles. Splendid garments, fabrics and furnishings embellished with regional embroideries will be available in Ari, Sindhi, Lambani, Sozni and Applique. Organic cottons and naturally dyed children’s clothing with eco herbal essential oils and designer combs made out of neem will showcase versatility of natural materials. More details.

When: Feb 12 to feb 23
Where: Kisan Haat, Anuvrat Marg, Andheria Mor, Chattarpur Delhi

3. The Green Bazaar – Bengaluru

The much loved Green Bazaar is back with its 9th Edition! This time, in association with community partners Whitefield Rising, they bring to you Whitefield Eco Habba.  A day of Sunday family fun different from the mall-movie routine is guaranteed with over 30 fun activities, workshops and more for the entire family! Buy earth friendly products, attend expert talks, attend the DIY workshops, watch your kids participate in learn and play activities, sample yummy, healthy food, watch eco films, live performances and join the conversation around vibrant, sustainable, earth friendly living in Whitefield. More details here.

When: Feb 22
Where: Herbs and Spices, Whitefield

4. Construkt Festival – Bengaluru

A multi-day, multi-nodal laboratory for the future of entrepreneurship and disruptive innovation. Cutting across sectors and spaces, the Festival will focus on highlighting all things cutting-edge and trans-disciplinary through an eclectic collection of partners, events, spaces, formats and collaborators. More details.

When: Feb 24 – Feb 28
Where: Various places across Bengaluru

5. Blood Donation Camp – Jaipur

Tn Initiative by Divine India Youth Association (Diya) & All World Gyatri Pariwar (AWGP). Come forward and donate your blood. More details here.

When: Feb 22
Where: Near Metro Power Station Kiran Path, Mansarover, Jaipur.

1. Kolkata Clothes Drive – Kolkata

TEMS NEEDED: Clothes in good condition for all ages, belts, bags, scarfs and winter wear.
PLEASE DO NOT DONATE: Ripped, worn-out or stained clothes, undergarments, socks or shoes.
HOW WILL IT HELP?
A citywide program providing clothes and jobs to families living in slum communities and villages. More details here.

When: 1st March
Where: 22, Saktigarh Road, Jadavour

2. INK Women 2015 – Bengaluru

The theme for INK Women 2015 is ‘Future Billions’. The sessions will give you a glimpse into the powerful ideas of today that will ignite the minds of tomorrow. The event will also focus on new trends in learning. The event is a part of the INK Fellows Series, and will have a number of INK Fellows participating and presenting. More details.

When: 3rd March
Where: CMRIT, Bengaluru

3. What is Auroville – Chennai

‘What is Auroville’, a month-long festival of Auroville’s multifarious activities, including the community’s achievements in arts, culture, handicrafts, alternative technologies and a variety of innovative approaches to societal living, will be held across various locations in Chennai during March 2015! More details.

When: 1st march
Where: ITC Grand Chola, Chennai

4. Bazars of Delhi

This walk is not a guided tour, but rather an attempt to rediscover the rich cultural heritage of India through its ‘various sights, sounds and fragrances’. In this walk, you not only get to walk through the by-lanes of the old city of Delhi, but also get to rediscover it through its flavors and aromas. You not only get to see the hidden monuments, lanes and by-lanes of the Old Delhi but also get a chance to visit the traditional markets of Delhi. More details.

When: 28th Feb
Where: Chandni Chowk Delhi , Central Delhi

5. Carnatic Vocal Concert – Bengaluru

Most Carnatic Vaggeyyakaras pre and post Trinity period have composed several compositions on Lord Muruga. Compositions on Lord Muruga hold an important place in Carnatic Music especially for their lyrical beauty and descriptive sahityam. Muruga, also referred to as Kartikeya or Subramanya is the younger son of Lord Shiva and Parvathy. His grace is  capable of bestowing the desired boons on his devotees. Every composition has its own beauty in terms of Raga,  Bhava and Sahithyam, giving us also an insight about the Vaggeyakara. More Details.

When: 27th Feb
Where: Auditorium, Bangalore International Centre TERI Complex, 4th Main, 2nd Cross, Domlur II Stage.

6. Blood Donation Drive – Chennai

Passionate about blood availability to every, Lions Blood Bank is organising various blood donation drives in Chennai. More details here.

When: 27th Feb
Where: Near Sembakkam Corporation, Chennai

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1. #SaveAarey campaign – Mumbai

A citizens movement to help save a 3000 acre green haven located in the heart of Mumbai. Save Aarey movement’s objective is to ensure that one of the last large urban green areas of Mumbai is preserved for posterity to be enjoyed by the present residents and generations to come. Mumbai suffers from the worst open space rations in India and maybe the world. Places like Aarey can be developed as world class natural recreation areas finding a place even in the tourist map of Mumbai. More details here.

When: 7th March
Where: Aarey Colony, New Zealand Hostel Grounds, Aarey Colony, Goregaon East

2. Ethical Market – Chennai

Auroville’s Ethical Market will display the communities efforts in compact form. The market will be selling a variety of Auroville’s environmental/socially conscious products. More details.

When: 5th March-8th March
Where: Amethyst, next to Corporation Bank, Whites Road, Royapettah, Chennai

3. Whitefield Cycle Day – Bengaluru

Cycle Day is back in Whitefield. Bring your friends and families and spend a day of cycling and connecting with other cycling enthusiasts. More details.

When: 8th March
Where: Whitefield Inner Circle, Whitefield

4. Women’s Day celebration – Gurgaon

Kingdom of Dreams, India’s incredible live entertainment destination will celebrate the cause of women’s empowerment and emancipation on International Women’s Day on 8th of March with a variety of activities. The freedom to make a choice and celebrate womanhood in all its facets will be brought to life with some beautiful engagements at Kingdom of Dreams. Leading the cause will be live entertainment by an all women’s band which will bring women of different nationalities together on stage to create music which knows no boundaries. More details.

When: 8th March
Where: Kingdom of Dreams, Sector 29, Gurgaon

5. Pottery Exhibition – Delhi

All Indian Fine Arts and Crafts Society is organising 19th edition of All India Studio Pottery Exhibition 2015. The exhibition will be inaugurated by president of AIFACS and an eminent sculptor Ram V Sutar. More details.

When: 3rd March – 9th March
Where: All India Fine Arts And Crafts Society(Connaught Place)

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1. Literature Festival: Penguin India Spring Fever March – Delhi

Organised by India’s largest trade publisher Penguin Random House India in collaboration with Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre—Spring Fever has seen roaring success in last 7 years. It has featured many of the leading lights from the world of literature and the arts

And the list speakers for this year is as sparkling as always or,  a little more, with names like:
Amitav Ghosh, Ruskin Bond, Ram Jethmalani,  Shobhaa Dé, Gulzar, Aarya Babbar, T.N. Ninan, Mihir Sharma, Raghav Bahl,  Shashi Tharoor, Gurcharan Das, Sushir Kakar, Arshia Sattar, Ravinder Singh, Durjoy Datta, Sudeep Nagarkar…and many more.

The ten days programme will include exciting line-up of book readings, literary discussions, musical performances, previews of our forthcoming attractions and the most loved, open air library—it features a complete range of PRHI titles, from landmark fiction and non-fiction titles first published over a decade ago to the latest bestsellers and cutting-edge books. With a spacious layout in a quiet corner away from the bustle of crowds, the open air library is sure to be a browser’s paradise. More details.

When: 14th to 22nd March, 2015
Where: The Amphitheatre, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

2. Woofstock Festival – Chennai

The fundraiser will have a collection of stalls for vendors to sell their products. The proceeds from the stalls will go into the Fund. The proceeds from the sales is for the vendor only. What’s great about the event is that the vendors are not type specific. There will be food stalls, beverage counters, clothes, handicrafts, play areas for children can be taken up by crèches, demonstrations, 10 minute classes etc. Know more.

When: 14th March
Where: Luz House, 12-176 Luz Church Road, Mylapore, Chennai

3. World Social Workers’ Day – Chennai

Every year, the third Tuesday of March is commemorated as the World Social Workers’ Day globally. Professional Social Workers’ Association invites all social workers and families to join this event to make the social work profession visible in India. More details.

When: 14th March
Where: Gandhi Statue, Marina, Chennai

4. Living Traditions: Folk Music of Maharashtra – Mumbai

Living Traditions is an ongoing series showcasing folk traditions of different regions of India. This year, the focus is on the rich musical traditions of Maharashtra. Maharashtra has supported vibrant folk forms including powada, bharud, gondhal, lavni and others associated with the day-to-day life of the local agrarian community. More details.

When: 14th March
Where: Experimental Theatre: NCPA,Nariman Point, NCPA Marg, Mumbai

5. Know your waste – Chennai

This half day workshop will enable Chennnaiites to understand the problems with dumping unsegregated waste, and get started with reducing, segregating and composting at their homes or workplaces.

In collaboration with Eco Femme, WasteLess, Samriddhi and Vettiver Collective, the event will feature-
1. Visit to Kodangayur Waste dump 6:00 am to 8:30 am (Register)
2. Short films, interactions, Garbology games, Live demo of segregation and composting reStore 9.30 am to 1 pm. (refreshments included, just walk in)! More details.

When: 15th March
Where: reStore, 150/3 East Coast Rd., Kottivakkam, Chennai 41, Chennai

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1. Walk for water: A walkathon by Smaat India – Hyderabad

A walk from L B Nagar Bus stop to L B Nagar Stadium (2 kms) from 7.30 am to 8:00 am and a half an hour cultural program showcasing the importance of safe water.

Smaat India Private Limited, the pioneer in provision of safe drinking water through world class, internationally award winning water purification and water management systems. As a national level partner in providing safe water solutions Smaat India has been serving Thousands of communities across India through water purification systems that provide sustainable, affordable and potable water supply.

In line with Smaat India’s objective and also on the occasion of World Water Day falling on the 22^nd March, Smaat India is organising an event: ‘Walk for Water,‘ starting from L.B. Nagar Bus Stop till Saroonnagar Stadium, at 7.30 a.mHyderanad. V6 News, a leading Telangana news channel is partnering with Smaat India for this cause. The event’s focus is on the critical importance of safe water, its conservation and advocacy as a promoter of good health. One can find the event on Facebook and also RSVP/Register for the event.

When: 22nd March
Where: L.B. Nagar Bus Stop till Saroonnagar Stadium, Hyderabad

2. DataKind – Bengaluru

DataKind Bangalore launched in August 2014 as one of the six chapters of DataKind harnessing the power of data science in the service of humanity.. They are building the Data-for-Good movement locally by bringing together collaborative teams of volunteer data scientists with mission-driven organizations on projects designed to address tough humanitarian challenges.

Their first DataDive is scheduled March 21-22 and volunteers with data skills of all types are invited to attend!! For this DataDive they are working with three amazing nonprofits that recently attended their Project Accelerator Night:

• Teach For India
• Digital Green
• Janaagraha (iChangeMyCity)

Sign up today to help these fantastic nonprofits use data to maximize their impact.

When: 21st March
Where: 17/2, 3rd Floor 2nd B Cross, Off. 80 Ft. Road, 7th A Main Road, Koramangala 3rd Block, Bengaluru

3. Adopt-a-Pet 2015 – Mumbai

The AAC hopes to raise awareness through an initiatives to promote the adoption of pets as opposed to purchasing them from breeders who breed animals for commercial purposes, many of whom use cruel and unsafe breeding methods. Through these initiatives, they hope to support these homeless animals and educate people on adoptions. More details.

When: 22nd March
Where: Blue Sea Annexure – Worli Sea Face, Mumbai

4. World Theatre Day celebrations – Bengaluru

ASSITEJ has world-wide celebrations on World Theatre Day for Children in March . As a part of this celebrations, BLT has lined up a series of fun filled activities for children listed below:

• Folk dancing
• Story telling
• Group singing
• Film screenings
• Activities for children  around  the prestigious  Jamini Roy Exhibition at NGMA
• Ice cream, It’s summer, no?

Registration compulsory, RSVP to info@bangalorelittletheatre.org. For more details contact : Poornima Kannan , 9880791171.

When: 22nd March
Where: NGMA (National Gallery of Modern Art), Palace Road, Bengaluru

5. Jyoti Bhatt: Photographs from Rural India – Mumbai

Photo: www.tasveerarts.com

Fueled by a desire to document the fast-disappearing traditions of folk and tribal cultures, Bhatt has been travelling across the nation for the last 50 years to produce these iconic photographs. Bhatt, trained as a painter at the M.S. University of Baroda, uses the camera for documentation as well as a means of self-expression. I hope you might consider it for a feature/event listing on Kyoorious online. The exhibition will be part of Mumbai’s Art Night Thursday. More details.

When: 12th March to 24th March
Where: 52 – 56, VB Gandhi Marg, Kala Ghoda Fort Mumbai

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1. Public Policy Bootcamp – Delhi

Vision India Foundation (VIF) in partnership with the Indian School of Business (Bharti Institute of Public Policy) invites aspiring young leaders to a summer school in public policy and governance. It is a unique launchpad for motivated minds looking to join the modern nation building movement.

The BootCamp gives a chance to work with some of the most impactful policy makers of the country. Government of Andhra Pradesh is one of our engagement partners. BootCamp participants will work with the AP Govt. and other high-impact policy makers.

The BootCamp is designed for young enthusiasts who are ready to launch themselves in the domain of public policy and public leadership. Find out about the selection procedure here.

Identify your call with them : Application Form

Priority Deadline : 31st March, 2015 Apply before the priority deadline to be eligible for a scholarship.

For further information on the Policy BootCamp, please write to them at- bootcamp@visionindiafoundation.com

2.  Traffic Awareness Campaign – Chennai

Attend the Traffic Awareness Campaign – An initiative by Thozhan. Topic – Dream For No Accidents In Chennai City – Accident Free Nation. If you are willing to join them fill in this form. This month, the team is conducting TAC at 10 Traffic Signals across Chennai. Know more about the event here.

When: 29th March
Where: Chennai

3. Masakkali and the Empress – Heritage Walk Celebrating Women’s Stories – Delhi

Darwesh & INTACH Delhi Chapter Celebrates Stories of Women in Delhi’s Past

PuraniDelli (Old Delhi) is full of fables and legends that are a reminder of Delhi’s colourful past. Of these many legends and characters there was once a princess who became the first woman ruler of Delhi. She was none other than Razia Sultan and this walk is dedicated to her. More details.

When: 28th March
Where: Turkman Gate, next to Delhi Stock Exchange

4. Workshop on Fire Prevention – Bengaluru

A workshop is organised to know more on Fire Safety in Association With Beyond Carlton and Karnataka Fire & Emergency Services

The Takeaways:-

• Case Study on actual fire accident by Beyond Carlton
• Dy. Director ( Fire Prevention) will address participants.
• Mandatory and Statutory
• Operational requirement
• Fire Extinguishers Operation
• Fire Hydrants operation
• Process of Evacuation / Drill

To register and know more click Here

When: 28th March
Where: AIMM, ApartmentADDA, #54 The Planet, Whitefield Mainroad, Opp to HLL and above Foodworld

5. Blood Donation Camp – Delhi

Mother Teresa has said that ” By giving your blood you give more strength and you give love, compassion to those who suffer.” It is for realizing this objective and providing a platform to people at large, Youth Wing of Manav Utthan Sewa Samiti (MUSS)is organising a blood donation camp at Shri Hans Satsang Bhawan, 2/12,, 110026 East Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi in association with Lions Blood bank society. They invite participation of all for expressing their simple love and compassion towards the needy and deserving. More details.

When: March 29th
Where: Shri Hans Satsang Bhawan, 2/12,, 110026 East Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi

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1. Life on the Ghats: A Photo Journey Of Varanasi – Bengaluru

A photography exhibition by Veeral Parekh. He is a Bangalore based and has a degree in visual arts. His photos are characterised by the use of everyday objects in an atmosphere of middle-class mentality in which recognition plays an important role. More details.

When: From 2nd April
Where: No.31 Venkat Reddy layout, 80 feet road cross, Koramangala 6th Block, Bengaluru

2. Clothes Donation Drive – Kolkata

ITEMS NEEDED: Clothes in good condition for all ages, belts, bags, scarfs and winter wear.

PLEASE DO NOT DONATE: Ripped, worn-out or stained clothes, undergarments, socks or shoes.

HOW WILL IT HELP?

Kolkata Clothes Drive – A citywide program providing clothes and jobs to families living in slum communities and villages. More details. Similar initiative is also being organized in Pune on 5th April. Check out this page for details.

When: 4th April
Where: Responsible Charity Office, 22 Saktigarh Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata- 700032

3. Grandma’s Medicine Box – Bengaluru

Grandmas were the first people we would consult when sick! They have carried the legacy of Ayurvedic natural healing successfully over centuries.
In today’s age of nuclear families, it’s about time to revive and pass on those age old remedies to our next gen.
This interactive workshop by Svaasth team, introduces children and families to simple yet effective and scientifically proven Ayurvedic home remedies that can be used to relieve common ailments. More details.

When: 4th April
Where: Atta Galatta, #134, KHB Colony, 5th Block, Koramangala, 560095

4. International Women’s Conference – Bengaluru

The International Women’s Conference brings together women leaders from various spheres of society such as politics, the arts, business, media, and academia to engage in meaningful dialogue and sessions. The 7th International Women’s Conference is based on the Butterfly Effect; highlighting the interdependancy of the every microcosm to macrocosm that exists on planet Earth. The conference will also bring to light the dangers of the extinction faced by the Honey bees which has sustained food agriculture for over 4500 years! More details.

When: 5th and 6th April
Where: Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth, 21st km, Kanakapura Road, Udayapura, Bengaluru, 560082

5. Art for a Cause – Mumbai

Indian Cancer Society (ICS), non-profit, National Organization for Awareness, Detection, Cure and Survivorship of those affected Cancer is organising the 5th edition of its Annual fund raiser Art Exhibition – “Art for a Cause”. More than 50 leading and renowned Indian artists like, Ajay De, Anjolie Ela Menon, Arzan Khanbatta, Charan Sharma, Gurcharan Singh, Jayshri Burman, Nayanaa Kanodia, Nupur Kandu, Prafulla Dahanukar, Vrindavan Solanki, Thota Vaikunthan, Vinita Karin, Vinod Sharma, Yashwant Shirwardkar, Bhavana Sonawane and more have come together to contribute their work for the noble cause of raising funds for deserving cancer patients. The show has been curated by Nayanaa Kanodia. More details.

When: 6th April
Where: Art and Soul Gallery, Madhuli Apartments, Flat No. 1, Ground Floor, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai

6. A Walk Through the Mehrauli Archaeological Park – Delhi

Photo: flickr

The aim of this tour is to uncover the tales of the Mehrauli Archaelogical Park, which with its many monuments is a labyrinth of interesting things to do! Take a walk through the relatively un-trodden grounds of the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, and witness timelessness unperturbed by the vagaries of modernization. This walk will ensure that you enjoy experience every bit of history his park encompasses. More details.

When: 3rd April, 9 am
Where: The ticket counter of Qutub Minar

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1. The ELLE Carnival for a Cause – Bengaluru

Where fashion joins hands against breast cancer. Hosted by the Taj West End Hotel, join them for an afternoon full of Fashion, Fun and Food – all for a good cause. Great discounts on designer wear, high – street fashion brands, fabulous beauty products and super – stylish accessories all at fabulous discounts. Featuring the popular Silent Auction on luxuries brands like Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Louis Vuitton. All funds raised go to charity. Know more.

When: 12th April
Where: The Taj West End, Racecourse Road, High Grounds, Sampangi Rama Nagar, Bengaluru.

2. Madivala Kere Habba – Bengaluru

A day full of events like Bird Watching Session, Sketching, Cycling around the lake, Working with the Hands using Clay, Talk on Waste Management, Lake Talk, Photography contest, Story Telling, Hoop Rolling, Community Dance and Music. More details.

When: 11th April
Where: Madivala Lake

3. Pinkathon – Chennai

It is a multi city running event for women, which is held annually to spread awareness of women’s fitness and about Breast Cancer. This event was held in Bangalore, Delhi, Pune & Mumbai in 2013. It has now been a part of Bengaluru, Hyderabad & Chennai. More details.

When: 12th April
Where: Island Grounds, Chennai

4. Gateway Art Show 2015 – Mumbai

The Gateway School of Mumbai is a non-profit school with a vision to provide quality education to children with special needs. This year’s showcase will focus on Gateway school’s children’s creative representation of Mumbai as a city and the people that make it ‘Mumbai’. They have over 40 pieces of visual art on display that represent the diversity in media and styles that the children have been exposed to. More details.

When: 9th and 10th April
Where: Somaiya Centre for Lifelong Learning, Somaiya Bhavan, 2nd floor,Mahatma Gandhi road,Fort, Mumbai

5. “Trees” photography exhibition – Delhi

Art Alive Gallery presents ‘Trees’ an exhibition of renowned photographer Raghu Rai. The show will be accompanied with a book release entitled ‘TREES’.

Nature in all its glory has been photographed time and time again. The exhibition ‘Trees’ showcases photographs of one of nature’s oldest guardians captured by the well known photographer Raghu Rai. The show also showcases coloured photographs that have never been exhibited before. More details.

When: 14th to 30th April
Where: Art Alive Gallery, S-221, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi

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1. Net Zero: A leap start to responsible waste management – Bengaluru

Whitefield Rising is organizing an event to spread the know-how of proper waste segregation and the various methods, tools, and resources available to start new implementations and improve existing processes to be more efficient.

The event will be in seminar format, where invited speakers with expertise in various aspects of waste segregation and handling, will share their knowledge and inspire the audience. They also plan to share the experiences of a few communities that already have an established waste management process.

Please register for the event here. Know more.

When: 19th April
Where: Alila Bengaluru, #100/6, HAL-Varthur Main Road, Whitefield, Bangalore

2. World Heritage Day celebrations – Bengaluru

INTACH Bengaluru, in collaboration with Archaeological Survey of India, is inviting you to celebrate World Heritage Day 2015 in the Bengaluru Fort.

Schedule

• 5 pm: An joint exhibition by ASI and INTACH about World Heritage Sites in India, the Bengaluru Fort and Tipu’s Palace and about Halasuru. The exhibition will be inaugurated by Mr TV Mohandas Pai, Chairman, Manipal Global Education Services Private Limited.
• 5:30 pm: Hindustani violin concert by Padmabhushan Dr N Rajam, accompanied by Ravi Kiran Nakod on the tabla.
• 7:30 pm: Carnatic vocal by Shri TM Krishna, accompanied by HK Venkatram on the violin and Arun Prakash on the mrudanga.

When: 18th April
Where: Bangalore fort

3. Gender Talk: Big Hero, Size Zero – Chennai

This is an event to launch the book to bring together a cross-section of young people for a live and lively interaction on gender issues that concern them.

To set the tone, it will begin with a panel discussion between the authors Sowmya Rajendran and Anusha Hariharan, both involved with research on gender issues, and human rights lawyer Gulika Reddy, who started Schools of Equality, an organisation that works with schools to effect social change.

The floor will then be thrown open for questions, comments and debate. More information here.

When: 18th April
Where: Ashvita Bistro, 11, Bawa road, Alwarpet, Chennai.

4. Indigenous Creativity IV – Delhi

Art Of The Earth presents Indigenous Creativity IV an exhibition of folk and tribal arts of the country. The participating artists will use traditional painting techniques to create textures with patterns in the artwork. The aim of the show is to revive and popularise these traditional forms from India’s rich cultural past stemming from the ritualistic every day life and social practices prevailing in their surroundings. More information here.

When: 12th – 17th April
Where: Habitat World, Institutional Area, Foyer, Max Muller Marg, Lodhi Road, Delhi

5. Aravalli Biodiversity Park – DCP Weekend Photo Walk – Delhi

Its an attempt to make the city residents aware of the wilder side of the city better. These weekend photo walks act not only as an avenue for the budding wildlife photography enthusiasts to explore and refine their photography skills but also is an excellent medium for documentation of the biodiversity in and around the city life. Data collected during the photo walks by the DCPians are subjected to authentication by the experts and constitute a significant contribution to DCP Explorer’s expanding countrywide data base of biodiversity documentation, which can prove to be extremely helpful for the scientific community in the long run. Prior registrations will be required. More details here.

When: 19th April
Where: Aravalli Biodiversity Park, Poorvi Marg, New Delhi

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1. One With Nature – Bengaluru

Karnataka Forest Department Training Institute in Whitefield is conducting One Day Nature Appreciation workshop. The aim of the workshop is to help attendees understand, experience, explore and appreciate nature around us. You will need to register for the event. More details here.

When: 25th April
Where: Forest Technical & Administrative Training Institute, Kadugodi. Opp. ITPL, WhiteFiled Main Road.

2. Talk – Greening Bangalore – Bengaluru

Bangalore International Centre (A TERI Initiative), cordially invites you to a Talk on Greening of Bangalore, by V R Thiruvady, Trustee, Bangalore Environment Trust and Director, Camvid Engineering & Marketing Services.

About the Talk

Bangalore is home to a large variety of trees, plants and shrubs. Although many trees have been cut down for widening of roads and real estate development, Bangalore is still blessed with large planted areas thanks to the Defence Establishments, Public Sector Enterprises and of course Lalbagh and Cubbon Parks.

Vijay Thiruvady will trace the greening of Bangalore from early days and talk about individuals and institutions involved in the development of Bangalore as a Garden City.

When: 24th April
Where: Bangalore International Centre Auditorium, TERI Complex, 4th Main, 2nd Cross, Domlur II Stage

3. Hands On presents Women Special : Culture Trail – Delhi

Hands On presents Women Special : Culture Trail @ Crafts Museum
Carpe Diem invites you for a walk along a small patch of the ‘Sadak-e-Azam’, a road frodelhi eventsm Mauryan times! Visit the quaint ‘Matka Peer’ & stroll through a captivating museum set up like a traditional village. See artisans from all over the country practicing their art. Take part in a specially organised workshop on ‘Gond Tribal Art’ & take back a masterpiece created by you! More details.

When: 23rd April
Where: Crafts Museum, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

4. Traditional Shadow Puppetry Of South India – Chennai

Dr. R. Bhanumathi, an environmental educationist with more than 30 years experience and deep involvement in the art of puppetry. She has done her doctoral research on the ‘Status of Shadow Puppetry and Puppeteers of South India’. She is presently the Managing Trustee, Pavai Centre for Puppetry, a Chennai based charitable trust dedicated to the art of Puppetry. Pavai organizes and conducts various puppet based projects for children, teachers, volunteers, animators, and others. Her talk will cover different facets of traditional shadow puppetry including geographical distribution, preparation of puppets, performances and status of puppeteers. More details.

When: 30th April
Where: Alliance Francaise of Madras No. 24 College Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai

5. RedMyLips – Gurgaon

This is an annual global awareness campaign against sexual violence and offences, where supporters (both men and women) wear red all throughout April – Sexual Assault Awareness Month – to raise awareness and funds. Women use red lipstick to create visibility, combat rape myths and victim-blaming to demonstrate solidarity and support for survivors. Men can support and create awareness regarding this event by wearing red ribbon, scarf, shirt, cap, socks, shoes etc. More details.

When: 26th April
Where: Raahgiri platform in Gurgaon.

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