Past EventsKolkata

Mrs. Malika Varma
President 2007-08

A man with the Healing Touch Dr Mosaraf Ali

April 9, 2007

The UK based pioneer of Integrated Medicine, Dr Ali spoke about techniques such as fasting therapy, Iridology, Pulse diagnosis, hypnosis, herbalism etc. He also demonstrated a few simple exercises and gave tips to stay fit and healthy.

Human Rights, Gender Bias & Inequality Rahul Bose

April 18, 2007

Through this programme we got to see a different Rahul Bose. An activist and a social worker too, Rahul delivered a very hard-hitting talk on Human Rights and Gender Bias. He spoke about his work with NGOs like ‘Akshara’ and ‘Breakthrough’ and his own NGO called 'The Foundation'.

Vintage Moghul in Modern Drape Raj Mahtani

May 2, 2007

A dazzling evening of history, grandeur, style. A display of breathtakingly beautiful jewellery, worn by none other than our very own LSG ladies.

Health Care is Self Care is Earth Care Dr Vijaya Venkat & Anju Venkat

June 26, 2007

This well known Health Activist and Nutritionist, mother-daughter team sought to educate our members by generating awareness about correct foods and their role in health management; as also the link between our living habits and its effect on the environment.

Doors in Consciousness The Oneness University Experience Sri Namann & Manisha Koirala

July 23, 2007

The Oneness University’s senior most disciple and Principal Advisor Sri Namann ji spoke about the Oneness mission which is to remove all divisions in whatever form they might exist and bring together all mankind to oneness.

Eternal Mewar His Highness Shri Arvind Singh Mewar

August 7, 2007

Shriji is the 76th custodian of the House of Mewar, the oldest royal family in the entire world. His Highness spoke about the history of this dynasty that spreads over 1400 years.

India-Pakistan – Building Bridges of Peace and Harmony: 60 years on… Insights from Pakistan

August 21, 2007

Directorate of Staff Development , Punjab, visited our country and addressed our forum. On August 21, 2007, the delegation addressed the LSG gathering and brought to light the numerous similarities and differences in social, political and religious norms between the neighbouring countries.

LSG Foundation Day Celebrations

September 11, 2007

The 41st year of LSG’s foundation was celebrated by felicitating our dear past presidents. It was our way of thanking them for their love, guidance and support, and for helping LSG grow from strength to strength.

Bengal Potpourri, A Tribute to Bengal

September 11, 2007

In the second part of the programme LSG paid tribute to the culture and spirit of our state, West Bengal. We had Bickram Ghosh & Tanushree Shankar, in conversation with, Oindrilla Dutt.

A visit to Presidency Jail

November 1, 2007

A visit to the Presidency Jail was another first in the history of LSG. In this rare opportunity, 35 members got a chance to interact with the women inmates of the jail.

LSG Salsa, Cooking with Karen

December 17, 2007

The Taj terrace garden, on a crisp winter morning, was a perfect venue for gourmet specialist Karen Anand, to demonstrate four of her favourite recipes with the LSG audience. While cooking, Karen also give useful tips on cooking techniques and making the best use of various ingredients, sauces and condiments.

Breakfast at Flurys with Bachi Karkaria & Usha Uthup

January 29, 2008

The first programme of the new year was relaxed, fun morning with friends at, none other than, the grand old lady of Park Street, Flurys. Bachi Karkaria, author of ‘The Cake that Walked’, a book celebrating 80 years of Flurys, read excerpts from the book,