The Ascent of Money (USA)

18 July 2022, 12:00 am
The Ascent of Money (USA)
Programme Type
Films and Exhibitions, Webcasts
End Date
24 July 2022, 11:59 pm

Series director: Adrian Pennink
Recipient of the International Emmy 2008 for Best Documentary 

A six-part documentary presented by Niall Ferguson. Based on his book The Ascent of Money: The Financial History of the World, the film examines the long history of money, credit, and banking. Throughout the series, Niall Ferguson examines the origins of the pillars of the world’s financial systems, and how behind every great historical phenomenon – empires and republics, wars and revolutions – there lies a financial secret.

Episode 1: Dreams of Avarice (47 min)
From Shylock's pound of flesh to the loan sharks of Glasgow, from the "promises to pay" on Babylonian clay tablets to the Medici banking system. Niall Ferguson explains the origins of credit and debt and why credit networks are indispensable to any civilization.

The Rainman Twins (USA)

18 July 2022, 12:00 am
The Rainman Twins (USA)
Programme Type
Films and Exhibitions, Webcasts
End Date
24 July 2022, 11:59 pm

The Rainman Twins (USA) | Click here to watch
(50 min; 2003; English)
Director: Dave Wagner

The fascinating story of the only identical twin autistic-savant sisters known to exist. Over 50 years time, Flo and Kay have literally memorised the world around them. They never forget a date, or a song, what they ate or the weather on any given date.

https://watchdocumentaries.com/the-rainman-twins/
 

The Day After Trinity (USA)

18 July 2022, 12:00 am
The Day After Trinity (USA)
Programme Type
Films and Exhibitions, Webcasts
End Date
24 July 2022, 11:59 pm

(88 min; 1981; English)
Director: Jon H. Else

Recipient of the Eddie Award for Best Edited Documentary, American Cinema Editors, USA 1982; and Peabody Award, Peabody Awards1982

Scientists and witnesses involved in the creation and testing of the first ever atomic bomb reflect on the Manhattan project and its fascinating leader, J. Robert Oppenheimer, who upon completion of his wonderful and horrible invention became a powerful spokesperson against the nuclear arms race.

 

The Worlds of Umberto Eco: Signs and Secrets (Germany)

18 July 2022, 12:00 am
The Worlds of Umberto Eco: Signs and Secrets (Germany)
Programme Type
Films and Exhibitions, Webcasts
End Date
24 July 2022, 11:59 pm

(41 min; 1995; English)
Director: Gero von Boehm 

Film on Umberto Eco, one of the world's best-selling novelists. His fiction displayed a dazzling erudition, which ranged across science, history, mythology, religion, and modern technology. Fascinated by medieval aesthetics, this profile of Eco highlights his many passions and concerns. It also looks at his novels, particularly The Island of the Day Before, a suspenseful, seafaring adventure that is full of the elements that have delighted millions of readers.

Harappan Musicology and New Linguistic Evidence for Words they may have Spoken

20 July 2022, 04:00 pm
Harappan Musicology and New Linguistic Evidence for Words they may have Spoken
Programme Type
Discussions
Venue
C.D. Deshmukh Auditorium, IIC main building


Audio-visual presentation by Shri Shail Vyas, Homi Bhabha Fellow, Mumbai, musicologist and composer

Followed by a panel discussion

Panelists: Dr. R.S. Bisht, former Joint Director General, Archaeological Survey of India; Dr. Vasant Shinde, former Vice Chancellor, Deccan College, Pune; Dr. K.N. Dikshit, former Joint Director General, Archaeological Survey of India; and Dr. B.R. Mani, former Director General, Archaeological Survey of India

Chair: Shri K.N. Shrivastava, Director IIC

Moderator: Dr. V.N. Prabhakar, former Director, Archaeological Survey of India and Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar

An introduction to a new and fascinating research on Harappan Archaeomusicology that attempts to recreate ancient sounds and music. This multidisciplinary research has revealed a large set of linguistic data that strongly points towards a language that the Harappans may have spoken. The illustrated presentation will be followed by panel discussion with leading archaeologists who will share their views and discuss the far-reaching implications of this path breaking research 

 

IIC - Enhanced Dining Experience

IIC - Enhanced Dining Experience
Start Date
11 July 2022, 12:00 am

Dear Member,


Welcome to a new and enhanced dining experience at the India International Centre. As always, it is our commitment to provide the finest possible culinary choices for our Members and their guests. At the Centre’s dining venues, both in the Main Centre and the Annexe, Members will be delighted to discover innovative Menus incorporating both IIC staples as well as a range of new dishes across cuisines. From beverages and appetizers to soups, to main dishes and desserts, IIC Menus have been revamped with inputs from eminent names in the field of professional catering. By popular demand, health food, millet-based dishes and satvik food have been integrated into all the menus. Each venue’s distinct culinary profile gives Members a wider choice of dining options, based on the occasion and personal choice of cuisine. For a quick business meal, or a leisurely celebration with family and friends, or a quiet meal in solitude, the five dining venues provide many possibilities.

Main Dining Hall 
For a gracious dining experience with the best traditions of service, the Dining Hall, with its comprehensive menu, continues to be unsurpassed. Its Continental menu has been expanded to include many more soups, chicken preparations and options for vegetarians. Members will also find greater variety in the ever-popular Pan Asian menu. For details of the menu, click here.

Main Lounge
Bordered by the lotus pond and its fountains, the Lounge, with its comfortable seating, relaxed ambience and efficient service, is the favoured space for conversations and interactions over a quick snack and beverages.  Its menu includes soups, salads and appetizers that are quick to prepare and serve, ranging from Continental to Indian and South Indian. As always, health food options find a prominent place on its menu. For details of the menu, click here.

Lotus Lounge
At the tranquil Lotus Lounge, the eye is greeted by the outline of ancient tombs nestled in the verdant treeline of Lodi Garden. With an eclectic range of both Continental and Indian appetizers, some of which are exclusive to the outlet, the Lotus Lounge would appeal to the diner seeking variety with quality, served with quiet efficiency. A Salad Bar and health foods for the health conscious are great draws. For details of the menu, click here.

Annexe Dining Hall
Almost an extension of Lodi Garden, the Annexe enjoys a dedicated following amongst IIC Members. Its comprehensive Dining Hall menu now boasts more Continental-style appetizers, soups, seafood, lamb and chicken dishes. The Pan Indian menu has also been expanded. Vegetarians will be delighted to find more options in both cuisines, as well as some dishes prepared without onions and garlic. For details of the menu, click here.

Annexe Lounge
Aficionados of South Indian cuisine now need look no further than the Annexe Lounge. With 7-8 new additions to the already extensive South Indian menu, there is much to tempt the palate. In addition to Continental and Indian appetizers, a limited number of dishes may also be ordered from the Main Kitchen.  For details of the menu, click here.

Kanwal Wali
Secretary


 

Stoppage of Charging of Service Charge

Stoppage of Charging of Service Charge
Start Date
11 July 2022, 12:00 am

Dear Member,

In terms of the guidelines issued by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Pubic Distribution, Govt. of India, vide Order No. F.No.J-25/57/2022-CCPA dated 4th July 2022, the Centre has stopped levying of Service Charge on Catering and Hostel Charges bills w.e.f.  7th July 2022.

Kanwal Wali
Secretary IIC
 

IIC DOUBLE BILL DANCE AND MUSIC RECITALS

22 July 2022, 06:00 pm
IIC DOUBLE BILL DANCE AND MUSIC RECITALS
Programme Type
Cultural
Venue
C.D. Deshmukh Auditorium, IIC main building

Kathak Recital 

By Tabasmi Paul Majumdar from Delhi, disciple of Dr. Malabika Mitra
Accompanists: Kushal Basu (vocal); Siddhartha Bhattacharjee (tabla & Bol Padant); and Shabhoo Sisodiya (sarangi)

 

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Hindustani Vocal Recital 
By Subhashis Bhawal from Kolkata, disciple of Pt. Amaresh Chandra Chawdhury, Pt. Samaresh Chawdhury, Pt. Ulhas Kashalkar and Pt. Ramashreya Jha
Accompanists: Chetan Nigam (harmonium); and Madhurjya Barthakur (tabla)
 

ART MATTERS

21 July 2022, 06:30 pm
ART MATTERS
Programme Type
Discussions
Venue
Seminar Rooms II, Kamaladevi Complex, IIC

Nirkhe Wahi Nazar

A panel discussion on Gulam Mohd. Sheikh’s book on art history translated from Gujarati unto Hindi

Panelists: Sudhir Chandra; Gulam Mohd. Sheikh; and Udayan Vajpeyi
Chair: Ashok Vajpeyi

 

(Collaboration: The Raza Foundation)