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Country Squire – International Womens Day Mar 8 2022

Gandhi, in my growing up years was just a grand man who got us our independence. A page in our History books. Much water has flown under the bridge I am now wiser and understand his vision, his way! A textile person now, I understand the importance of Swadeshi, the Charkha and  Khadi. Khadi is […]

08th Mar 2022

-Country Squire, Environment & Sustainability, Issues - Ins and Outs, - Causes Textiles & Artisans

Talk on Indian Traditional Textiles at Amity

Something that is so close to my heart. Talking of Indian Textiles! I have worn sarees with elan. Everywhere. The presentation at Amity was a full house and I was touched. A tad long but I enjoyed it tremendously. Some facts I forgot obviously, considering my age, however here it is  

25th Nov 2021

Media, Qissaa Conversations, - Textiles

The Class Distinction of Textiles – Taara and Taarika

The Class Distinction of Textiles – Taara and Taarika   The Karuna Dolls being made by Disha, an NGO. Kakoli, Parvati, Mousumi and Krishna had made the original. The festive season was on and Bengal celebrates all with gusto. Kakoli and Parvati opted out due to family commitments. Mousumi and Krishna sportingly agreed to put […]

05th Nov 2021

Karuna Dolls, - Textiles

Relief for Artisans Lakshmikantpur in West Bengal

Lakshmikantpur near Diamond Harbour. The Wheel goes round – for the Potters here Lakshmikantpur near Diamond Harbour is a village of pristine beauty. Green and close to nature. Verdant trees, water bodies, largely untouched with modern gizmos. Yet the mud houses speak of poverty. The people, for generations have been primarily potters. Utensils for occasions, […]

22nd Jun 2021

- Causes Textiles & Artisans

Jewellery

Jewellery means personal ornaments, such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets, that are typically made from or contain jewels and precious metal.

05th Jan 2020

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My first book

On myAudioBits World of AudioBook Library

In a Day’s Work – Book Launch at the Kolkata Book Fair 2022