Ketaki Foundation Trust

18/09/2026

The Flight of Wounded Birds: Soubhagyakumar Misra’s Dva Suparna by Rachita Swain

Review of Dva Suparna in World Literature Today!❤️

"Let our pursuit, however noble it is, go on, but the poet reminds us that nothing is worthwhile if it is not laced with compassion for those who suffer."

Rachita Swain reviews a new poetry collection by Soubhagyakumar Misra, translated by Rabindra K. Swain.

16/09/2026

The Ketaki Foundation Trust hosted the Sixth Chandrasekhar Rao Memorial Lecture on 16 September 2026 at Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar.

The keynote lecture, “Pre-Modern Rituals in Post-Modern Contexts: Perspectives from Art History, Challenges from Anthropology,” was delivered by Prof. Kirtana Thangavelu, Associate Professor of Fine Arts, University of Hyderabad.

Presided over by noted art historian Prof. Pradosh Kumar Mishra, the evening brought together artists, scholars, students and art enthusiasts for meaningful dialogue on art, ritual, history and cultural memory.

The programme was also streamed live on YouTube, connecting audiences across India and beyond.

Honouring the legacy of Chandrasekhar Rao. Continuing the dialogue on art, culture and heritage.

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16/09/2026

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📍 Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar

15/09/2026

The Ketaki Foundation cordially invites you to the Sixth Chandrasekhar Rao Memorial Lecture, exploring the intersection of art history, anthropology, and contemporary cultural contexts.

📅 16 September 2026 | 6:30 PM
📍 Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar

Join us for an evening of thought-provoking dialogue and cultural reflection.

14/09/2026

Ketaki Foundation invites you to the *6th Chandrasekhar Rao Memorial Lecture 2026,* featuring *Prof. Kirtana Thangavelu* , noted Art Historian, University of Hyderabad, who will speak on “ _Pre-Modern Rituals in Post-Modern Contexts: Perspectives from Art History, Challenges from Anthropology._ ”

The occasion will also feature *Prof. Pradosh Mishra* , Professor, Department of Art History, Banaras Hindu University.

Join us on *16 September, 6:30 PM at Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar* for an engaging evening of ideas, art and dialogue.

📞 RSVP: 9889168842 / 9861049958
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12/09/2026

Ketaki Foundation invites you to the Sixth Chandrasekhar Rao Memorial Lecture 2026, bringing together perspectives that connect the past with the present.

Join us for an engaging evening of thought and dialogue.

📍 Gita Govinda Sadan, Bhubaneswar
📞 RSVP: 9889168842 / 9861049958
🌐 ketakifoundation.org

04/09/2026

ହାତରେ ବଂଶୀ, ମୁହଁରେ ହସ
ପ୍ରଭୁ କୃଷ୍ଣଙ୍କ ଆଗମନେ ଦୂର ହେଉ ସମସ୍ତ ଅନ୍ଧାର ଓ କ୍ଲେଶ

May Krishna’s flute bring music to our hearts, and his presence bring peace to our lives.
Happy Janmashtami.

25/08/2026

ରାଧାମୋହନ ଗଡ଼ନାୟକଙ୍କ ଜୟନ୍ତୀ ଅବସରରେ ଭକ୍ତିପୂତ ଶ୍ରଦ୍ଧାଞ୍ଜଳି। 🌸

A poet who turned history into music and patriotism into verse. 🌸 Remembering Padma Shri Radha Mohan Gadanayak on his birth anniversary.

19/08/2026

Bhubaneswar, August 19: Ketaki Foundation Trust, in collaboration with Silicon University, Odisha, observed World Photography Day with the fifth edition of ‘Obscura’, a photography presentation and discussion bringing together professional photographers and young photography enthusiasts.

The event featured Dr. Samrat Gowda, IFS, Wildlife Photographer & Nemophilist, and Ms. Sourabha T. Gowda, Wildlife Photographer & Visual Artist, who shared their experiences and perspectives on photography with students and members of the Silicon Photography Club.

Dr. Jaideep Talukdar, Vice-Chancellor, Silicon University, Odisha addressed the gathering and encouraged young photographers to pursue photography with curiosity, creativity and a keen sense of observation.

Students of the Silicon Photography Club also presented their photographs, making the event an interactive platform for learning, exchange and creative expression.

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