26th April 2024 (Friday) at 5.30 p.m.  (Tea at 5.00 p.m.)
The 26th Gulestan and Rustom Billimoria Endowment Lecture
                     by
Professor Rudrangshu Mukherjee
Renowned Historian and Author 
                       on
 “Tagore and Gandhi:  A Legacy of Public Reasoning”
 
Prof. Usha Thakkar
President, Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya and Honorary Fellow, Asiatic Society of Mumbai, will preside.

- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande,   Hon. Secretary 
- Meenal Kshirsagar, Chairperson Vice President of the Society & Endowment Lectures Committee 

THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Literary Club of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai
invites you to the Book Launch and Discussion Programme of the book
"Women & Political Power in Maharashtra"
 [A Brief Historical Review] by Neelima Bhave
at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday 27th March 2024 in the Durbar Hall
 

The Literary Club of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai takes pleasure in inviting you to the book launch and discussion programme of “Women & Political Power in Maharshtra” by Neelima Bhave on Wednesday, 27th March 2024, at 5.00 p.m. in the Durbar Hall of the Society.   The programme will be presided by Mr. Anand Limaye, a dedicated social worker, and well known Printing Technologist. 

This  book is a compilation of the results of three research projects covering three consecutive periods in the history of Maharashtra.   They are combined here to provide a continuous graph of the important landmarks in the political & social situation in Maharashtra with a special focus on the independent minded Marathi Woman who was a product of the Marathi ethos.

Neelima Bhave has done her Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Bombay.  She has been actively involved in various literary & NGO projects.  She has 28 published books to her credit in different literary genres and is a recipient of 4 State literary awards.   She has also received 11 awards for her books from different eminent literary associations.

Neelima Bhave is well-versed in Bengali and has translated a few works from Bengali into Marathi -- including books by Ravindranath Tagore.

Istituto Italiano di Cultura di Mumbai and The Asiatic Society of Mumbai present
Tibet and the Indian Subcontinent in the Eyes of a 20th-century Italian Scholar
Book Presentation & Lecture by Prof. Giacomella Orofino
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Join us for this book presentation and lecture:

Tibet and the Indian Subcontinent in the Eyes of a 20th-century Italian Scholar

By Prof. Giacomella Orofino University of Naples "L'Orientale"

A presentation of the book " Giuseppe Tucci: A biography" by Alice Crisanti

Thursday, 22nd February 2024 | 5.30 pm

Durbar Hall, The Asiatic Society of Mumbai
Refreshment at 5.00 p.m.

Prof. Giacomella Orofino is a full professor of Tibetan Language and Literature and Indo-Tibetan Civilizations and Religions at the University of Naples "L'Orientale." She is the president of the Center for Buddhist Studies at the Oriental University, founding member and president of the Italian Association of Tibetan, Himalayan, and Mongolian Studies (AISTHiM), and founding member of the Non-Governmental Organization ASIA onlus (Association of International Solidarity in Asia).

- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande,Hon. Secretary The Asiatic Society of Mumbai

THE ASIATIC SOCIETY OF MUMBAI
The Mumbai Research Centre
 
‘Exploring Nature and History at Godrej’
 
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience bringing nature and history together! This is a nature and history trail at Godrej & Boyce (Vikhroli, Mumbai), where you can discover the amazing biodiversity and heritage of Vikhroli Mangroves and Godrej Archives. This trail is a collaboration between Godrej & Boyce and The Mumbai Research Centre of The Asiatic Society of Mumbai, and it will help you appreciate and respect the natural and industrial heritage of Mumbai and motivate you to care for it. 

We will begin with a nature trail through the Vikhroli mangroves and end with a dive into corporate history with a tour of the Godrej Archives. 

The Vikhroli mangroves, the second largest green lung of Mumbai, are conserved and scientifically managed by the Godrej Group in Vikhroli. Situated on the Western bank of Thane Creek, it shelters 16+ mangrove and associated plant species, 13 crab species, 7 prawn species, 20 fish species, 76 butterfly species, 206 bird species and a few mammal species. The Mangroves tour includes a 1 hour walk through the Vikhroli mangroves with an expert who will show the participants around the different varieties of mangroves and other flora and fauna. 

Started in 2006, Godrej Archives aims at preserving 126 years of Godrej history and unfolding the company’s contribution to the industrial history of India through the 150000 and more records in the collection. These include manuscripts, photographs, audio-visual and printed material, oral histories and memorabilia items. Visitors will be taken through a permanent exhibition titled ‘Back to the Future’ that showcases Godrej history followed by a tour of different facilities at the archives including repositories, in-house Digitisation and Conservation Labs. This will acquaint them with the functions and programmes of an archive and the larger goal of historical preservation thus achieved.

Date:  24th February 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 07:15 AM to 12:00 NOON
Location: Godrej Creek Side Colony Gate, Vikhroli
Charges: ₹750 (Members ₹500)
 
Please Note that this event is sponsored by Godrej & Boyce. The above charges apply only for Bus Transport and ASM administrative charges.   Seats are limited – only 25 seats available.
 
For programme schedule and to register for this event, please visit our RazorPay payment links given below:
 
Member: https://rzp.io/l/godrejMembers
General: https://rzp.io/l/godrejGeneral 
 
Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience nature and history at Godrej!

- Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary         
- Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Chairperson, Mumbai Research Centre
                  

Joseph Baptista Garden, also known as Mazagaon Gardens, is a 1.5-acre park located in the Dockyard area of Mazagaon, South Mumbai. It was built on top of a water reservoir between 1880-1884, and is situated on Bhandarwada Hills, overlooking a couple of churches, an Agiary, and Gamdevi Temple. The park has a similar story to the popular Hanging Garden of Malabar Hill, and is home to several old trees, including Kailashpati, Jackfruits, Mango, and others, which tell the history of the place. It is a hidden gem that many people are unaware of, and it is a must-visit for anyone who loves nature and history.
 
 Tree walk with Renee Vyas
 Joseph Baptista Garden, Mazgaon
 Sunday, 04th February 2024
 8.00. am.
 ₹750 (Members ₹500)

Registration links :
 General: https://rzp.io/l/TreeReneeGen
 Member: https://rzp.io/l/TreeReneeMem
Please join the WhatsApp Group after successful registration. https://chat.whatsapp.com/BW0H2pALV4NG0rJ4qYLRwz
 
Prof. Mangala Sirdeshpande, Hon. Secretary          
Dr. Shehernaz Nalwalla, Chairperson, Mumbai Research Centre