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NEWS & EVENTS
Padmabhushan for Sri Nalli Kuppuswamy
Industrialist and philanthropist Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, Vice-Chairman, Chennai Kendra, has been honoured with the Padmabhushan. He was previously honoured with the Padmasri in 2003. He said, “This honour was due to the efforts, quality and capability of our weavers. That’s why I will dedicate it in the name of my weavers.”
The Nalli Silks owner believes that his principles of honesty, quality and timely delivery are the reasons his business has reached this level.
The 84-year old industrialist also shared a success mantra for the younger generation, “One thing I want to say to the youngsters: Don’t do business or a job only for the money. You must love what you do, and money will come to you automatically.”
Padmasri for Sri C. S. Vaidyanathan
Delhi Kendra Vice-Chairman, Senior Advocate C. S. Vaidyanathan, a legal luminary, received the Padmasri for his outstanding contribution to the field of law. Vaidyanathan has represented high-profile cases and is known for his dedication to upholding justice.
Munshi Saraswati Mandir Granthagar—The Bhavan’s Library—organised a Members’ Meet on January 4, 2025. The purpose of the Meet was to interact with the library members and provide an opportunity for them to know and meet other members with similar reading interests. 
The event received a very enthusiastic response and was attended by around 60 members, including some with their family. They included the Library’s very senior members (over 80 years of age) who have been associated with the library for many decades to child members (7–12 years of age). Members appreciated this initiative and praised the library’s collection, services provided by the library team over the years, as well as the warm and friendly environment.
The Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's 87th Foundation Day was celebrated on Thursday, 7-11-2024. On this occasion, the Parayana of Rudradhyaya and other hymns was performed by Dr. S.G. Mishra, Additional Examination Secretary, Bhavan's Higher Sanskrit Exams. Dept., and Dr. Hitesh Trivedi, Asst. Director, Bhavan's P.G. & Research Dept.
A lecture (in Marathi) on 'Vedic Foundation of Indian Cultural heritage' was delivered online by Prof. Dr. Ravindra Muley, Former Director, Centre of Advanced Study in Sanskrit, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune. Dr. S.G. Mishra, rendered the Vedic prayer. Dr. Hitesh Trivedi, delivered the welcome address, introduced the speaker.
In his enchanting lecture, Prof. Dr. Ravindra Muley discussed the various aspects of the Vedic basis of Indian cultural heritage. He discussed many topics related with the Vedic foundation of different religious traditions, various scriptures, education, social harmony, cultural unity of nation, economic growth, noble conduct, relationship of human beings with nature, and spiritual upliftment.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs. Priyanaka Vaidya, Asst. Examination Officer, Bhavan's Sanskrit Exams. Dept., and Dr. Hitesh Trivedi compered the programme.
The Bhavan, in association with the Progressive and Cultural Mahila Mandal, set up a book stall near Mantralaya on the occasion of Shankho Dhwani Sarbojanin Durgotsav-24, from October 8-13, 2024. It received an overwhelming and enthusiastic response. Many book-lovers visited the stall and purchased our publications.
Nrityanjali-FEST Book Exhibition
The Bhavan in association with the Nrityanjali had set up a Book Stall on the occasion of 38th Nrityanjali FEST— Inter School Competitions at Andheri on December 1, 2024. An overwhelming and enthusiastic response was received from the students, teachers and parents.
Conference on AMR
To discuss the global challenges of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), Bhavan’s Research Center, Bhavan’s College, Mumbai, hosted the 5th International Conference on Bacteriophage Research and Antimicrobial Resistance in association with the Society of Bacteriophage Research and Therapy. The conference featured esteemed speakers from the USA, UK, Slovenia, New Zealand, Georgia, and Belgium, who presented papers on diverse bacteriophage applications spanning human health, animal health, environmental sustainability, and food safety. Their presentations highlighted global advancements and innovative approaches to combating antimicrobial resistance.
The conference was inaugurated by senior ICMR scientist, Dr Kamini Walia, who leads the Antimicrobial Resistance Initiative of ICMR. The conference drew a notable attendance of 135 delegates, including representatives from institutions such as IITs, NCL, TIFR, Amity University, Anna University, Bennett University, and Central University of Tamil Nadu.
Achievements
* Smt. Uma Arora, Principal, was bestowed with the ‘Best Principal Award 2024’ by Mr Ravindra Dattaram Waikar, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), in recognition of her outstanding leadership, dedication and commitment to excellence in education. She was selected amongst the heads of 700 participating schools in the North West Lok Sabha Constituency, Mumbai.
At the KP West Ward Level Sahashaleya Inter-school Competitions 2024, students and teachers won multiple awards across various categories. Their dedication, hard work and teamwork were evident in every event, showcasing not only their skills but also their passion for excellence.
* Miss Ayesha Shaikh of Std. 2 secured the Third Place in the Ward-Level Drawing Competition organised by the Education Department.
* Ms. Aaradhya Chodankar won the 2nd place in the Balance Beam event, at the 1st Level-Wise District Championship in Men’s / Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, conducted by Brihanmumbai Jilha Gymnastics Sanghatana.
* Ms. Sia Samant of Std. 8 bagged a Consolation price in the Inter-school Storytelling Competition conducted by Brihanmumbai Nimnastar Marathi Shikshak Sanghatana.
Shraddhanjali
Prof. Gustashp B. Forbes, the eminent Astrologer and former Principal of Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati, passed away on October 23, 2024. Born on October 27, 1944, in Mumbai, he was a Chartered Accountant and served at Lakme company.
He stood first at the Jyotirvid examination of Bombay Astrological Society (New Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati) in 1982, and in 1983 he joined as a faculty member. He taught various subjects of Astrology at Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati for almost 35 years. He was appointed as the Principal of Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati in March 2010. He represented Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati in January 2016 at the Kolkata seminar of Astrology. He was deeply interested in the Tropical (Sayana / Western) system of Astrology. He has compiled and written books on Astrology for the students of Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati. He donated 547 books of Astrology to Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati in March 2023. He was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award in Astrology by Bhavan’s Jyotisha Bharati during the Astrology Seminar organised in March 2017.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.