Origami Mitra Wonderfold 2016 exhibition and workshop in Mumbai

Origami Mitra is organizing a unique event in Mumbai, Maharashtra namely 'Wonderfold 2016' which showcases beautiful origami designs created from paper. There will also be workshops every hour during the duration of the event. Don't miss it! 

Yeh Dil Abhi Bhara Nahi Marathi play review

The play Yeh Dil Abhi Bhara Nahi takes place within a single set of a home in Pune. The focus of the protagonist Arun Nagarkar, played by Vikram Gokhale and his relationship with his wife Vandana, played by Rima Lagoo. The premise is very humourous: the husband decides to retire from his job to give his wife company after their son emigrates. However, the wife has her own plans….

Mumbai Police at Republic Day parade 2016

Like in past years, it was exciting to view the Republic Day parade at the Shivaji Park grounds in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The smartly marching squads, the music bands and the colourful floats - it was a matter of pride to be present on this momentous occasion. Below are snapshots of the Mumbai police squads, with more images to be uploaded in the days to come.

2015 Republic Day parade Mumbai Sanjay Gandhi National Park float

With the 2016 Republic Day fast approaching , let's go back and have a look at the floats showcased at last year's parade at the Shivaji park grounds in Mumbai, Maharashtra. As usual, the floats were awesome. 

One of these which stood out with its sheer vibrant colours and detailed designing was that of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), located at Borivali, Mumbai. It deserves a blog post all to itself!

Shevgyacha Shenga Marathi play review

Written and directed by Gajendra Ahire, the Marathi play's title Shevgyacha Shenga refers to the drumsticks, which play a role in one of the scenes. 

The play’s theme is companionship. What’s new about that one may well ask. What’s new is that it delves into issues of gender, such as menopause. There were audible gasps in the audience when characters spoke openly about it. 

Maharashtra Vyapaari Peth Dadar Mumbai

Now in its 26th year, the Maharashtra Vyapaari Peth is on in full swing - dont' miss it!

There is plenty to see and interesting things to buy at this annual exhibition-cum-sale of household goods, jewellery, gift items, footwear, sarees, snacks, spices, pickles, papads, perfumes, cleaning products, etc. In fact, you will surely be tempted to buy a few things and not return home empty-handed, especially since the festive seasons of Dassehra and Diwali are coming up next month. On purchase of Rs.1000/- worth of products, you can enter the lucky draw by getting a coupon at the desk near the entryway. To get the coupon, make sure you take bills from the various stalls where you are making purchases.

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra performance in Mumbai April 2014

NCPA, in collaboration with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, is hosting musicians from the Royal Conservatoire Scotland. They will perform on April 5^th and 6^th, 2014 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

NCPA Summer Fiesta May to June 2014

National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) Mumbai is conducting a fun-filled summer fiesta for boys and girls of all ages from 2^nd May to 1^st June, 2014. There will be lots of activity-based workshops, plays, films and more.

Planet Education Fair Mumbai and Navi Mumbai March 2014

Ideal 21^st Century Competitions, a division of Ideal Education Pvt. Ltd., is organizing a unique one-of-a-kind Edutainment Carnival in Mumbai, Thane & Navi Mumbai this month. The carnival includes aero-shows, technology workshops and career counselling workshops. Entry is totally free for Students of Std.VII, VIII, IX and X.

2014 Republic Day Parade Marine Drive, Mumbai schedule and highlights

Every year, the Republic Day Parade in Mumbai is held at the Shivaji Park grounds. This year, for the first time the parade will be along the Marine Drive stretch. 

The Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian  Air Force will be actively participating along with contingents of servicemen, police & students.[The photos is this blog post are from last year's parade at Shivaji Park, Mumbai]

2013 Indian Navy Day events schedule details

As in the previous years, the Western Naval Command will be organizing a series of special events for the general public to celebrate Navy Day 2013. These events include a swimming competition and performances by the Navy Band.

Bhavya Grahak Peth exhibiton & discount sales of consumer products

With festivals abounding starting this month, will exciting exhibition-cum-sales be far behind?! The 5-day annual exhibition-cum-sale which is organized at the time of India’s Independence Day is back. This time it is being held not in one, but 4 places in Mumbai and Thane. It is being organized by Udyogini Pratishthaa.

Mango Festival Tour May 2013

Wild Trotters is organizing a fun trip this summer to Ratnagiri, Maharashtra to celebrate the season of mangoes. During the Mango Festival Tour, you will be residing on a farm in Ratnagiri and learn how mangoes are cultivated and picked. Best of all, you get to eat an unlimited number of mangoes!

MTDC Kokan Alphonso Tourism Festival 2013

The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has collaborated with Kokan Green Life to organize a unique alphonso tourism festival in the Kokan region. After all, it is the mango season & what better way than to travel to the heart of mango-land in Maharashtra & get first-hand knowledge about the king of fruits!

Magic workshop for kids in Mumbai April 2013

Magic is good fun to both watch and learn. This month, there is a great opportunity for children to learn the art of magic at a special workshop conducted by Magician Kedar.

Book discussion Return of a King The Battle of Afghanistan

Renowned Scottish author William Dalrymple's latest book Return of a King: The Battle of Afghanistan was published in December 2012. It has received a lot of acclaim like his previous books, one of which was his first one 'In Xanadu'.

The author's gift for narration has come to the fore in the well-researched Return of a King: The Battle of Afghanistan based on the first Anglo-Afghan War. This war was a battle between the British East India company and Afghanistan.

2013 Republic Day Parade folk dances and cultural performances

Since last year, the Republic Day parade at the Shivaji Park grounds in Mumbai have included tribal performances. The simple and unique traditional folk dances of indigenous tribals have been showcased. The 2013 Republic Day parade event has even more such performances than last year.

2013 Republic Day Parade Floats Shivaji Park Mumbai

One of the highlights of the Republic Day parade are the beautiful tableaux or floats which represent various aspects of the State and country. This year at the 2013 Republic Day parade at the Shivaji Park grounds, there were not only many more floats but they were far more magnificent than even previous years. It was not so much  the size of each float that was an awesome sight, but the extremely painstaking efforts made for even the smallest details.

Mumbai police at 2013 Republic Day parade Shivaji Park

The photographs below are of the squads of the various units of the Mumbai Police as well as other squads at the 2013 Republic Day parade in Mumbai. All of them looked splendid, kitted out in their full gear!

The Mumbai police squads included the band and special security units.

2013 Turtle Festival Velas Beach Ratnagiri booking

Every year, turtle hatchlings, primarily of the Olive Ridley turtle species, are gently guided into the sea from over 600 nests across 30 or more villages around the beach of Velas. This beach is located in the district of Ratnagiri in Maharashtra.

The project of releasing the turtle hatchlings is celebrated as the Turtle Festival.