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31.12.2025 - 4.1.2026
At Adyar, Chennai, India
International
Convention
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Theme of the Convention
One World, One Life:
The Spirit of a New
Humanity
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International Headquarters

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One World, One Life: The Spirit of a New Humanity

International Headquarters, Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai, India

📅 Dates: 31 December 2025 – 4 January 2026

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Front Speakers

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Tim Boyd
1 Tim Boyd
International President of the Theosophical Society
Geetha Jaikumar
Geetha Jaikumar
Retd. Associate Professor and Principal, TS India, Adyar
Sangeetha Menon
Sangeetha Menon
Professor & Head, Consciousness Studies Programme National Institute of Advanced Studies Indian Institute of Science
Shikhar Agnihotri
Shikhar Agnihotri
International Speaker, National Lecturer, TS in India, Adyar
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Program

Celebrating the 150 anniversary of the TS
31 Dec 2025

Wednesday / 31 Dec 2025

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Venue
Adyar Theatre
08:30 IST - 09:30 IST
OPENING

Lighting the Lamp, Prayers of Religions, 

Universal Prayer, Greetings

Invocation and declaring the Convention open

Group photo

Several Speakers
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
09:30 IST - 10:00 IST
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS

Report of the TS worldwide by the International President

Book Releases

1 Tim Boyd
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11:00 IST - 13:00 IST
INAUGURATIONS AT HQs
Exhibitions

Headquarters building

11:00 AM BLAVATSKY MUSEUM OF ARTS: 100 years legacy

11:25 AM ART RESTORATION LABORATORY: Contemporary arts

11:40 AM INAUGURATION OF THE STALLS: OES, SWC, BMAD

1 Tim Boyd
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Venue
Adyar Library and Research Centre
14:00 IST - 15:00 IST
INAUGURATIONS AT ALRC
Exhibitions:

Adyar Library and Research Centre

14:00 PM SURENDRA NARAYAN ARCHIVES 
“Through Time’s Lens: 150 Years of the Theosophical Society”

14:30 PM ADYAR LIBRARY, 1st floor: 
“Echoes from the Shelves: Lesser-Known Works of Theosophical Leaders”

 

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Venue
Near Admin building
15:00 IST - 16:15 IST
RECEPTION

Reception near Admin Lawn

Snacks, coffee, tea - some performance by children

 

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Venue
Adyar Theatre
17:00 IST - 18:15 IST
PUBLIC LECTURE
Looking Through the Window of Eternity
Shikhar Agnihotri
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Venue
Headquarters Hall
19:45 IST - 21:15 IST
RITUAL OF THE MYSTIC STAR

Delegates can watch the Ceremony and are requested to be seated by 7.35 PM 

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01 Jan 2026

Thursday / 01 Jan 2026

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Venue
Adyar Theatre
08:30 IST - 09:30 IST
SHORT TALKS

"Topic to come" - Catalina Isaza-Cantor, Colombia, Adyar

"Topic to come" - Robert Beland, Canada

Catalina Isaza-Cantor, Robert Beland
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
10:00 IST - 11:30 IST
INDIAN SECTION CONVENTION - I

“Inaugural Address”, Tim Boyd, International President

“State of The Indian Section Address”, Pradeep Gohil, President, Indian Section

"Treasurer’s Report", Bro Naryanan, Treasurer of the Indian Section

Pradeep Gohil, 1 Tim Boyd
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15:00 IST - 16:00 IST
WORKSHOPS
  1. ‘Peace in Action: A Theosophical Approach to Service and Self-Awareness’, TS Philippines team
  2. ‘Education for Life: Seeds of Gratitude’, Sonal Murali
  3. WFYT:  Bethan, Tobia, Sharayu, Elmer
  4. Mini-School of Wisdom, Erica Georgiades

 

Charlton "Chally" Jules P. Romero, Erica Georgiades, Sonal Murali, WFYT
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
17:00 IST - 18:15 IST
PUBLIC LECTURE
“Adyar Chronicles: The Living Heart of the Theosophical Society”

 

Geetha Jaikumar
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
19:45 IST - 21:00 IST
DANCE PROGRAM
Mesmerizing performance

Rahul Varshney, Odissi dance practitioner and performer, nurtured in the artistic lineage of Lt. Guru Sh. Deba Prasad Das, performed laudably in India and abroad.

Odissi nritya sadhak

Rahul Varshney
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02 Jan 2026

Friday / 02 Jan 2026

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Venue
Bharata Samaj Temple
08:30 IST - 09:30 IST
DEVOTIONAL MEETING

Conducted at the Temple of Light, Bharata Samaj Temple

Chandrika Mehta
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
10:00 IST - 11:00 IST
DIALOGUE
A Dialogue on: Preparing for a New Humanity

Two esteemed theosophists discuss in a form of dialogue

1 Tim Boyd, TrĂąn-Thi-Kim-DiĂȘu
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
11:00 IST - 12:00 IST
THEOSOPHICAL ORDER OF SERVICE

"The Role of Service in Shaping the Future" by Rekha Nahar, Assistant International Secretary of TOS, Philippines

"TBD" by Nancy Secrest, International Secretary of TOS, USA, resident in Adyar

Nancy Secrest, Rekha Nahar
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15:00 IST - 16:00 IST
WORKSHOPS
  1. ‘Peace in Action: A Theosophical Approach to Service and Self-Awareness’, TS Philippines team
  2. ‘Education for Life: One Heart and Interbeing’, Sonal Murali
  3. WFYT:  Bethan, Tobia, Sharayu, Elmer
  4. Mini-School of Wisdom, Erica Georgiades

 

Charlton "Chally" Jules P. Romero, Erica Georgiades, Sonal Murali, WFYT
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
17:00 IST - 18:15 IST
BESANT LECTURE
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
19:45 IST - 21:45 IST
ONE FIRE - 150y DOCUMENTARY

Celebrating 150 Years of Light and LegacyPoster

The Theosophical Society presents
"ONE FIRE – 150 Years of Theosophy"
A wonderful cinematic tribute to the Society’s enduring legacy

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03 Jan 2026

Saturday / 03 Jan 2026

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Venue
Buddhist Temple
08:30 IST - 09:45 IST
WATER CEREMONY
Water is the essence of life itself. 

It flows endlessly, connecting everything on our beloved Mother Earth, and beyond. It traverses mountains and valleys, crosses boundaries unseen, nourishing, and breathing life and spirit into one and all. In contemplating water’s divine power, we recognise the interconnectedness of all life, where every drop is vital, where every life is a part of the whole.

Alok Aurovillian, Elif Kamisli
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
10:00 IST - 11:30 IST
INDIAN SECTION CONVENTION - II
“Reach Within to Embrace the Unity of Life”

[1] Sister Vani Shree: ‘Serve Humanity by Realizing Unity of Life’ 

[2] Sister Ananya Pati: ‘Perceive Life which is Within and Without’

[3] Sister Sharayu Wagdeo: ‘Will Embracing Unity of Life help in Transforming our Society’

[4] Brother Sagi Sree Hari Varma: ‘How Love and Compassion helps to Realise the Unity of Life’

Ananya Pati, Hari Varma, Sharayu Wagdeo, Shobha Prakash, Vani Shree
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
15:00 IST - 16:00 IST
DISCUSSION ON ARTS

In the begining: GLOBAL MEDITATION

Discussion on Arts between Elif Kamisli, Christine Ödlund and Fredrik Söderberg.

Christine Ödlund, Elif Kamisli, Fredrik Söderberg
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
17:00 IST - 18:15 IST
THEOSOPHY-SCIENCE LECTURE
“Being, Consciousness, and the Future in an AI-Driven World”
Sangeetha Menon
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
19:45 IST - 21:15 IST
MEMBERS' TALENT SHOW

Artistic sharing by the Delegates

Moderator Vinay Patri

Vinay Kumar Patri
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04 Jan 2026

Sunday / 04 Jan 2026

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Venue
Adyar Theatre
08:30 IST - 09:30 IST
DISCUSSION AND Q&A
Let's Talk

Conversation and Questions & Answers

Moderator Tim Boyd

1 Tim Boyd
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
10:15 IST - 11:15 IST
RENOVATION UPDATE

Construction Development in the International Headquarters campus
Report by Michiel Haas following discussion with Tim Boyd

Michiel Haas, 1 Tim Boyd
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
15:00 IST - 16:00 IST
MINI TALKS

[1] Svyatoslav Lipski: "Inner Unity and Healing for Future Humanity"

[2] James Madaio

[3] NC Krishna: "The All pervading ONENESS"

N. C. Krishna, Svyatoslav Lipsky
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
17:00 IST - 18:00 IST
PRESIDENT'S LECTURE

Lecture by International President Tim Boyd

1 Tim Boyd
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Venue
Adyar Theatre
18:00 IST - 18:30 IST
CLOSING

Closing words by International President

Vote of Thanks by Convention Officer

Shikhar Agnihotri, 1 Tim Boyd
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Program

Gallery

Adyar Library and Research Centre
Blavatsky Bungalow
Blavatsky Bungalow hall
Gallery 1
Gate at the HQ Hall
Thrilithon
Bhojanasala
Gallery 2
Headquarters
HQ lawn
HQ Hall
Gallery 3
Audience
Dais
Leadbeater Chambers
Gallery 5

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Speakers and Presenters

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SPEAKERS AND FACILITATORS
Tim Boyd
1 Tim Boyd
International President of the Theosophical Society
Geetha Jaikumar
Geetha Jaikumar
Retd. Associate Professor and Principal, TS India, Adyar
Sangeetha Menon
Sangeetha Menon
Professor & Head, Consciousness Studies Programme National Institute of Advanced Studies Indian Institute of Science
Shikhar Agnihotri
Shikhar Agnihotri
International Speaker, National Lecturer, TS in India, Adyar
Ananya Pati
Ananya Pati
Member of the Indian Section
Catalina
Catalina Isaza-Cantor
Member in the TS in Colombia, resident in Adyar
Chandrika
Chandrika Mehta
Member of the Indian Section
Chally
Charlton "Chally" Jules P. Romero
General Secretary of the TS in the Philippines
Speaker
Christine Ödlund
Swedish Artist
Deepa Padhi
Deepa Padhi
International Vice-President of the Theosophical Society
Elif Kamisli
Elif Kamisli
Exhibition maker and writer. Member of the TS
Fredrik
Fredrik Söderberg
Swedish Artist
Hari Varma
Hari Varma
Filmmaker, Member of the Indian Section
James Madaio
Michiel Haas
Michiel Haas
Prof., Dr, Sir. Member of TS in the Netherlands
NC Krishna
N. C. Krishna
International Lecturer of the TS and National Lecturer of the Indian Section
Nancy
Nancy Secrest
International Secretary of TOS and International Treasurer of the TS
Pradeep
Pradeep Gohil
President of the Indian Section of the Theosophical Society
Rahul Varshney
Rahul Varshney
Odissi Artiste, Director, Trainer
Rekha
Rekha Nahar
Assistant International Secretary of TOS
Robert Beland
Robert Beland
Organizing Secretary of the TS in Canada
Several Speakers
Sharayu
Sharayu Wagdeo
Member of the Indian Section
Shobha
Shobha Prakash
Member of the Indian Section
Sonal Murali
Sonal Murali
Director of Adyar Theosophical Academy
Svyatoslav
Svyatoslav Lipsky
Organizing Secretary of the TS in Russia
Vani Shree
Vani Shree
Member of the Indian Section
Vinay
Vinay Kumar Patri
President of Madras Theosophical Federation, India

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