Mumbai Samachar had its humble origins in the form of a handwritten weekly publication.Article by Khushboo Ali |...
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The Faravahar Soars: Parsis in the Indian Air Force
Prepare to be amazed by the Parsi community’s extraordinary journey in the Indian Air Force! From soaring heights to...
The Navjote Book By Delzin Choksey
Our friend and brilliant ilustrator and author Delzin Choksey of Crispy Doodles fame has come out with a new title called “The Navjote Book”An activity book for young Zoroastrians. Interactive...
Malcolm Baug hits a century!
Mumbai's Malcolm Baug, a Parsi colony, celebrated its centenary this year, with residents praising its serene atmosphere and self-contained amenities.Mumbai: Going past the many tabelas that...
BJPC Institute: Mumbai’s Parsi heritage school draws admiring glances after restoration
An elegant, historic school building opposite Charni Road railway station has been drawing admiring glances from train commuters after it was recently restored to its former glory. The 132-year-old...
Tata, Godrej, And Other Parsi-Led Companies To Organise Special Screening Of Sam Bahadur For Employees
As Sam Manekshaw belonged to the Parsi community, in a heartfelt tribute - major companies with Parsi leadership will be organising special screenings of the film for their employees.Article in Free...
Parsi Dairy Farm to open its third outlet in Mumbai’s Borivali on November 25 2023
The newest outpost in Borivali will be the third outlet, after opening their second outlet in Ghatkopar on October 25Parsi Dairy Farm's outlet on Princess Street in Marine Lines. Photo Courtesy:...
Conservation & Restoration of Large Pavilion at Bombay Doongerwadi
Conservation & Restoration at Doongerwadi Large Pavilion Renovated in Honor of Roda & Noshir PardiwalaThe Conservation and Restoration of the Large Pavilion, officially known as the...
Hyderabad Parsis meet with National Minorities Commission to Escalate their Greviances
The National Commission for Minorities , Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of india on 8th November 2023 virtually heard the complaints filed by Jehangir Bisney & Nianaaz Darabna...
Gujarat: Parsis descend in Sanjan to commemorate arrival of their ancestors
SANJAN: On Wednesday, a few hundred Parsis descended in Sanjan, a tiny town in south Gujarat, about 150-kms from Mumbai, to commemorate the arrival of their ancestors here about 1,300 years...
Parsi, pride, public, peril: The historical significance of Agiaries in Hyderabad and their problems
The presence of Parsis is etched in local places like Parsigutta and the Chenoy Trade Centre, which bear witness to their historical prominence in the city.Bai Maneckbai Nusserwanji Chenoy...
Parsis Gather in Sanjan to Commemorate Sanjan Day
Sanjan Day holds deep significance for the Parsi community worldwide, symbolizing a journey of resilience, assimilation, and the rich amalgamation of cultures. The event attracts Parsis from across...
Parsis in Mumbai fight existential decline in aspirants to priesthood
In a leafy neighborhood of central Mumbai, classic “Parsi-style” bungalows with their deep porches and balconies adorn the streets, a historic Parsi school has been recently renovated and at the...
Mumbai’s Parsi Gate To Be Restored At 75m From Original Location
Here’s Why It Is So Sacred For ParsisIf you’ve been to Marine Drive before it was arrested by the development of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, you must have noticed two brown pillars standing...
Malcolm Baug Parsi Housing Colony: A Century of Tranquility Amidst Mumbai’s Hustle and Bustle
Later this month, the colony will hold its centennial celebrations.Mumbai: As you exit the traffic-clogged S V Road near Jogeshwari railway station and enter the metal arches of the Malcolm Baug...
Parsis celebrate Silver jubilee function of ‘Ushta-Te Foundation’ in a grand way in Ahmedabad
The fourth of November went down as a memorable day for the Parsi families of Ahmedabad. On the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of the NGO ‘Ushta-Te Foundation’ a grand function was organised...
Said so much with understatement: Gieve Patel’s life in art and poetry
Said so much with understatement: Gieve Patel’s life in art and poetryBorn in 1940, pursuing medicine for most of his adult life, turning to art in his twenties and acquiring cultish respect in...
Ba Humata November 2023 Lecture Series
Theme: IN LIFE THE CHOICES ARE NONE, WHEN YOU ARE PART OF THE ONE With reference to Yasna 30.3 & 48.4 and other Zarathushti PrayersSunday, 05 November 2023Speakers:Ervad Kaivan Antia...
Navjote ceremony of child of Hindu father and Parsi mother in Nagpur challenge community norms
The announcement of a Navjote ceremony of a child born to Hindu father and Parsi mother in Nagpur, has sparked a heated debate within the Parsi community. The ceremony is scheduled for November...
More than a designer, I see myself as a keeper of stories,’ says Ashdeen Lilaowala on completing a decade
Ashdeen's latest collection is called 'The Birth of Venus'Article by Surbhi Shah | New Indian ExprssDesigner Ashdeen Lilaowala recently celebrated a milestone of 10 years as a Parsi Gara revivalist....
Mumbai City’s Parking Woes In Spotlight as Wadiaji Atashbehram Security Guards Accused of Allowing Illegal Parking in Compound
The trustees of the Wadiaji Atash Behram fire temple have called for a meeting on Monday after receiving complaints from devotees. Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press JournalMumbai: City's parking woes...
Scylla Vatcha’s Portrait Unveiled at Navsari Senior Citizen Center.
UNVEILING OF SCYLLA VATCHA’s PORTRAIT AT BAI MANECKBAI P. B. JEEJEEBHOY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE, NAVSARI & GENESIS OF THE INSTITUTION- TEAM WZO TRUST FUNDSWZO Trust Funds unveiled a portrait of...
Heritage Parsi Bhikha Behram Well In Churchgate Ready To Defy Monsoon Flooding
This fresh-water well, situated adjacent to Cross Maidan, holds significant historical and cultural value for Parsi-Zoroastrians and is a designated landmark on Mumbai's urban heritage list. Article...
Zoroastrian Fire Temple in Hyderabad Affected by Sewage Backflow Amid Hotel Expansion
HYDERABAD: Officials of the Bai Maneckbai fire temple, a holy place for the Zoroastrian community, located in Abids, alleged that a popular restaurant had blocked the sewage line passing from behind...
Mumbai: Proposed Dandiya Event At Doongerwadi Stirs Up Debate
Some residents of the area have claimed that the ground is part of the 300-year-old cemetery and the proposed dance event on October 23 will destroy the sanctity of the sacred place. Article Manoj...
Faith and festivity: Durga Puja through the eyes of Kolkata’s Zoroastrian community
A true community festival to the greatest art show — Parsi author Prochy Mehta shares her insights on Puja, and those from family & friendsArticle by Prochy N. Mehta | Telegraphc IndiaDurga...
This Hindu-Zoroastrian wedding in Tuscany was a celebration of culture, food and music
Ahilya Kaul and Yashan Cama’s two-day summer wedding in Tuscany combined Indian traditions with Italian elementsArticle By Praachi RaniwalaWhen you can get married anywhere in the world, how do you...
Mumbai’s Parsi sahibs have an inconvenient secret—tribal cousins in distant Gujarat villages
There’s a subtle caste system in place. Most Mumbai Parsis don’t want to discuss their tribal brethren. Priests refuse to live in the villages and no fire temples have been built.Article by...
Soli Sorabjee was secular, an independent Attorney General and strong opponent of hate speech: Justice KV Viswanathan
If he were a judge, Sorabjee would have considered hate speech as verbal violence, Justice Viswanathan added.Justice KV ViswanathanArticle by Debayan Roy | Bar and BenchSupreme Court judge Justice...
In The Heart Of Secunderabad Lies A 176-YO Parsi Temple With Splendour Architecture & History
The Parsi community has had a profound impact on the cultural and economic landscape of the country. Over the centuries, they have preserved their unique culture, traditions, and Zoroastrian faith....
Facets of Faith: Ancient religion Zoroastrianism set to celebrate a special time for thanking God
One of Zoroastrianism’s Gahambar celebrations is being observed through Monday. Zoroastrianism is an ancient religion that developed in the areas now called Iran and India.By Aby Leila Pitchford |...
Parsi Wells in Navsari become Rainwater Harvesting Tanks
News 18 Gujarat has a video segment on the topic Parsi's foresight, wells became rainwater harvesting tanksThe segment is in Gujarati, but explains the historic nature of the wells in Parsi...
Ashdeen Brings the Parsi Gara Experience to London
Ashdeen is bringing the Parsi Gara experience to London for the first time in collaboration with Aashni + Co. The exhibition, which opens today, will feature our signature pieces like this French...
Lord Karan Bilimoria: ‘I sold beer from my car boot. Now I’m in the House of Lords’
‘I sold beer from my car boot. Now I’m in the House of Lords’ How I Made A Million: Cobra Beer tycoon Baron Bilimoria has a refreshing tale to tell Article By Lauren Shirreff | The TelegraphLord...
One Woman’s Fight for Justice & Equality in Historic Bombay: Book Review
The Mistress of Bhatia House by Sujata MasseyWhat's it About?Bombay’s only female solicitor, Perveen Mistry, grapples with class divisions, sexism, and complex family dynamics as she seeks justice...
Toronto Zoroastrians Begin Construction at the OZCF Place of Worship
Construction Begins for OZCF Place of Worship.FEZANA Member Association Ontario Zoroastrian Community Foundation Breaks Ground and Begins Construction of its Place of WorshipFEZANA is thrilled to...
16 Parsis take part in the Himalayan Challenge Drive 2023
Naheed Divecha writes in to inform us that there were 16 Parsis amongst the over 100 participants who took part in the 2023 version of the Himalayan Challenge Drive. There were 64 self driven cars,...
Parsi Delicacies in the USA
We received the following update from Roshni Kharoliwalla who runs ParsiDelicacies.com I am reaching out to you regarding my effort of helping Zoroastrian women in India support their...
Threads: A Decade Of Ashdeen: 13 Indian women and the Parsi Garas they wore
A new photo exhibition that begins tomorrow tells the inspiring stories of 13 non-Instagram influencers and the Parsi Garas they woreArticle by Shweta Shiware | Mid-DayBased in New Delhi, sisters Dr...
Majestic Naqsh-e Rostam under threat from climate change
TEHRAN - The hot summer, unauthorized deep-water drilling, and other challenges associated with the changing climate are threatening to destroy invaluable cultural landmarks including Naqsh-e...
Dadar Parsee Gymkhana Membership Dispute: ‘Nobody seems to want to do anything in our case’
Five years on, Parsi woman’s fight continues for membership of son after five changes of dates for hearing in three months at the SC; Dadar Parsee Colony Gymkhana allegedly rejected it over his...
Unlocking the secrets of the Parsi gene: What makes them live longer, protects them from certain cancers
A life sciences firm has turned to this community to understand how certain diseases occur in the general population Written by Anuradha Mascarenhas | Indian ExpressThe project, started by a...
Tata & Godrej: Two iconic legacies come together for the first time to create a luxury haven in Mumbai
Two iconic legacies come together for the first time to create a luxury haven in MumbaiTaj The Trees, a luxury hotel in Mumbai, is a melange of two iconic legacies coming together for the first...
Zoroastrianism, The Great Deluge, Human History: Dr. Ramiyar Karanjia I
The iRonik Show on youtube speaks with Ervad Dr. Ramiyar Karanjia. iRonik writes: We have done a few episodes on Hinduism and our spiritual history, going ahead we do want to understand about other...
Ba Humata Lecture Series: October 2023
The October 2023 Ba Humata Lecture Series shall be on the Theme: IN LIFE - FOCUS ON THE INVINCIBLE IN THE INVISIBLEReference: The Gathas including Yasna 47.1, 2, 3, and other Zarathushti...
Bakhtiar Dadabhoy’s Homi J Bhabha: A Life
Bakhtiar Dadabhoy’s Homi J Bhabha: A Life chronicles not only the life of an exceptional scientist, but an important era in Indian scienceThe biography of Bhabha, who established India's nuclear...
Ashdeen Lillaowala On Keeping Traditional Crafts Alive
Persian excellence takes centre stage as Ashdeen and Good Earth come together for a one-of-a-kind limited-edition capsule collection that takes inspiration from Persia's famous seven-coloured...
Crumbling homes, vanished people—Gujarat Parsis stare at their roots turning into ghost towns
Udvada and Navsari towns in Gujarat were once home to a thriving Parsi community that is now rallying to increase its numbers, archive its history, safeguard its memories, and restore its records....
Why Pakistani Parsis Achievements Are Extraordinary
Pakistani Parsis are far fewer but much like in India their achievements are extraordinary as they own Pakistan’s only brewery, the oldest shipping firm, and a chain of hotels besides being regarded...
Pakistan: What happened to Zoroastrians in Karachi?
Karachi was once home to thousands of Parsis, followers of Zoroaster (Zarathustra), the spiritual founder of Zoroastrianism. Some of them still live in the city, but the future for their community...
Noshir Desai: Hardworking professional who never believed in giving up
Noshir Desai, former CEO of Karishma Advertising and later media head at Lintas, passed away in Mumbai on 6th September 2023.Noshir was a veteran of many years belonging to the MCM era where he...
Lisa Bandari Appointed UK’s Ambassador to Portugal
In an email update Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe informs….ZTFE congratulates Lisa Bandari, daughter of Kay & Darayus Bandari, for been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to Portugal as per...