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Early history. Prehistoric period. The seven islands of Mumbai with their anglicised names. Geologists believe that the coast of western India came into being around 100 to 80 mya, after it broke away from Madagascar.
4 days ago · The Koli, an aboriginal tribe of fishermen, were the earliest known inhabitants of present-day Mumbai, though Paleolithic stone implements found at Kandivli, in Greater Mumbai, indicate that the area has been inhabited by humans for hundreds of thousands of years.
4 days ago · It became known as Bombay during the British colonial period, the name possibly an Anglicized corruption of Mumbai or perhaps of Bom Baim (“Good Harbor”), supposedly a Portuguese name for the locale. The name Mumbai was restored officially in 1995, although Bombay remained in common usage.
Mumbai in the 19th century was characterised by economic and educational development. During the early 20th century it became a strong base for the Indian independence movement. Upon India's independence in 1947 the city was incorporated into Bombay State.
The history of Mumbai can be traced back to 600 BC, with evidence of the first known settlement of the Harrappan civilization discovered in the region. [citation needed] Up to 18th century. 600 BC – First known permanent settlement were the Marathi speaking Koli & Agri community. [1] 300 BC – Part of Maurya Empire. 900 – Part of Shilahara.
Indigenous tribals have inhabited Mumbai (Bombay) since the Stone Age. The Kolis and Aagri were the earliest known settlers of the islands. Between the 2nd century BCE and 10th century CE, the islands came under the control of successive indigenous dynasties: the Satavahanas, Abhiras, Vakatakas, Kalachuris, Konkan Mauryas, Chalukyas ...
Jun 24, 2024 · The East Indian community called the city “Mobai”, the earliest printed Gujarati work referred to it as “Mambai.” Print history, indeed, has been a key to many of Murali’s most interesting...
