Zoroastrianism is the world’s oldest revealed religion. It is believed that it came about around the Iranian Bronze Age (1800-1100 BC). However, the date is not definite as many believe that the prophet Zarathustra (Greeks called him Zoroaster) was born about 10,000 years ago somewhere near the ancient land of Aryana Vaeja – the Russian steppes near the… Continue reading Learn more about Zoroastrians, followers of an ancient faith
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Under the Over: Meher Marfatia
Hughes Road, the street name that city cabbies recognise only with its mispronounced version, is as quick changing as it is arterial Pervin Vajifdar (left) and Katy Patel work expert fingers over an antique lace saree at the Ratan Tata Institute on Hughes Road. Pic/Tanvi Phondekar Article By Meher Marfatia | Mid Day Few roads are… Continue reading Under the Over: Meher Marfatia
Perin Boga and Her Contribution to Theater in Pakistan
We are thrilled to see Perin Boga in an interview on Youtube. Perin Boga is an amazing member of the miniscule Parsi community in Lahore, Pakistan, and I had the fortune of meeting her and her sister Rati Cooper in Lahore in January 2016, when they spent a couple of days showing me all around… Continue reading Perin Boga and Her Contribution to Theater in Pakistan
London Mayor Sadiq Khan Tweets Greetings on Parsi New Year
A fantastic gesture by the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan to wish the Parsis on New Year. This is a testament to the efforts of ZTFE and Zoroastrians in UK to help spread the message about Zarathushtra and the community in general. Hat tip: Hemin Bharucha and Tashan Mistree Byramji Happy Parsi New Year to… Continue reading London Mayor Sadiq Khan Tweets Greetings on Parsi New Year
Happy Parsi New Year 2017 Saal 1387 Y.Z.
On this the first day of the “navu varas” new year 1387 Y.Z. we all at Parsi Khabar wish you and your families and loved ones a very Happy New Year. May this be the year when we find the best in all of us as individuals and as a community globally and locally. Our… Continue reading Happy Parsi New Year 2017 Saal 1387 Y.Z.
Dr Shernaz Cama: Armchair criticism for Jiyo Parsi uncalled for
Advertisments encouraging Parsi couples to have more kids have been called ‘regressive’ Following criticism from several quarters on the government-backed Jiyo Parsi advertisements being ‘regressive’ and in ‘poor taste’, its creators have replied saying the shrinking community doesn’t need ‘armchair critics’. Article by Jyoti Shelar | The Hindu Dr Shernaz Cama, director, Parzor, a project… Continue reading Dr Shernaz Cama: Armchair criticism for Jiyo Parsi uncalled for
Boman Desai : Trio: A Novel Biography of the Schumanns and Brahms
Boman Desai authored a book titled “Trio: The Schumanns and Brahms” Below is a review by Kirkus “A novel that explores the complex relationships among classical composers Johannes Brahms and Robert Schumann and the latter’s pianist/composer wife, Clara. When Schumann, then a young law student, first meets Clara Josephine Wieck, she’s a 9-year-old child. She’s… Continue reading Boman Desai : Trio: A Novel Biography of the Schumanns and Brahms
Mani Clubwala: 70 years ago today in Pakistan
Yes, it was the day India got its Independence. But in Karachi, for 18-year-old Parsi teenager Mani Mehta, August 15, 1947, was the day of her engagement to Jehangir Clubwala, a young executive from Mumbai with a promising career in Parry and Co. “I remember there were people out on the streets of Karachi celebrating… Continue reading Mani Clubwala: 70 years ago today in Pakistan
Sohrab Homi Fracis: In Conversation
Sohrab Homi Fracis speaks to Radio talk show host Fred Tromberg interviews author Sohrab Homi Fracis about his topical new immigrant novel GO HOME. The discussion is wide-ranging about GO HOME, Nu Skin, Parsis, xenophobia, Campion School, IIT, University of Delaware, Deadheads, Florida, my transition to writing, etc. on the Fred Tromberg show!
