The Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) has announced a Rs 10 crore contribution from Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla,...
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Justice Rohinton Nariman Speaks on the Delhi Parsi Anjuman Centenary Celebrations
Retired Justice Rohinton Nariman addresses the Delhi Parsi Anjuman gathering on the 100th Anniversary Celebrations of...
Parsi Dharamshala in Calcutta: A Short Film
Born in Bombay, Jaimin Rajani is a documentary filmmaker and singer-songwriter now residing in Calcutta. He has extensively written about the Parsi cuisine. The Parsi Dharmshala in Central Calcutta...
The Five Questions Series: Jimmy Mistry
In a series organized by India Today Homes....our dear friend and eminent designer and hospitality man Jimmy Mistry answers 5 questions. The questions are posed by his daughter Pearl Mistry who is a...
Darius Ferzandi of Byculla Restaurant and Bakery Passes Away
We are saddened to hear about the passing away of Darius Ferzandi, the owner of Byculla Restaurant And Bakery which closed down earlier this year. In a social media post Bombaywalla Historical Works...
Niloufer Mavalvala’s Food videos featured on FOODEOS
Our dear friend and ace chef and cookbook author Niloufer Mavalvala is featured on The Cook's Cook FOODEOS video series. Also a big shoutout to my dearest friend and professional videographer and...
Tinaz Cooper Caters Parsi Food Across USA
A chance conversation with a very dear friend got me introduced to Tinaz Cooper the chef behind the catering business "Flavors of the World". Touching base on Whatsapp, I had a menu in minutes and...
The Collectors: Chemould Prescott Road Gallery
Chemould Prescott Road is doing a wonderful series on The Collectors. Here are some of the Parsi collectors it has featured https://www.instagram.com/p/B_7qRvWj2fr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Homi...
Navsari: Home to the Parsis
Live History India present a great visual treat about Navsari. Archeologist Kurush Dalal and historian and author Pheroza Godrej are featured on the video and explain some of the history of the...
Iranian Finance Minister thanks Parsis for helping Iran with COVID-19 supplies
Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif thanked the Parsis of India for offering COVID-19 aid to his country in a tweet on Friday. The Parsis, as their name implies, migrated to India from Persia...
Kainaz Messman Writes a Book on Building Her Empire
Kainaz Messman is the founder of Theobroma, once a family-run café and bakery, now an empire with 50 outlets. Sharanya Deepak talks to Kainaz about her journey as an entrepreneur, and her new book,...
Theater Loses A Gem: Bomi Kapadia Passes Away
Ad man and playwright Rahul da Cunha pays tribute to actor Bomi Kapadia, who died on Monday.“When beggars die, there are no comets seen; The heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes.” –...
Pervez Damania: State of Aviation Industry Post COVID-19
Our dear friend and aviation industry legend Pervez Damania speaks to CNBC on the state of the aviation industry today and in the future, post COVID-19...
Pt Firoze Dastoor as Child Prodigy – Laal-e-Yaman 1933
Wadia Movietone introduced 12 year old boy Firoze as new child prodigy and a singing sensetion in their 1933 venture Laal-E-Yaman.. The mythological was a big hit for it music and made Firoz an...
Freddie Mercury Museum in Zanzibar
Our dear friend Rusi Dalal writes in about the new Freddie Mercury Museum that was recently opened in Zanzibar. Rusi writes in that the Freddie Mercury Museum that has been opened in November 2019...
The Runaways
Bolting from their village homes to build better lives, plucky young boys landed in Bombay with no more than a coin rattling in ragged pockets. Years of slog later, they contributed considerably as...
Theatre personality Ruby Patel passes away
Ruby Patel was a name to reckon with on the Parsi-Gujarati stage. Ruby along with her husband Burjor Patel worked in several Gujarati comedies till the 1960s. Article in the Indian Express Ruby...
Happy 70th Dear Zerbanoo
Today, a very dear friend, philosopher, guide and mentor Zerbanoo Gifford turns 70. In a small intimate gathering at the beautiful ASHA Center in the Forest of Dean, Zerbanoo's life was celebrated...
“Naoroji: Pioneer of Indian Nationalism” Review: Portrait of an Independent Mind
A member of the British House of Commons at a time when Indians in India couldn’t vote, he argued that the empire was impoverishing his homeland. By Tunku Varadarajan | Wall Street Journal When the...
Zanzibar’s forgotten religion
A CRUMBLING TEMPLE for an ancient religion lies hidden from the street, just beyond the fields of Mnazi Moja. All but forgotten, its doors are rarely opened; the once prominent Zoroastrians have all...
Virginia Tech Names Negin Forouzesh 2020 Graduate Student of the Year
Negin Forouzesh, a doctoral candidate in the computer science department in the College of Engineering, has been honored as a 2020 Graduate Student of the Year for her excellence in research,...
Rayomand Banajee: Motorsports Post Lockdown in India
From roaring engines, cheering spectators to online racing and limiting crowds at actual racing events, motorsports is in for some changes post the COV-ID-19 lockdown as the fraternity is eagerly...
Not so Parsi love
Not so Parsi loveSome stories are so ordinary that the fact that most anyone can relate to them makes them extraordinary.One such story is that of my late parents. A story of love, sacrifice, and...
Ervad Zarrir Bhandara Represents the Zoroastrian Faith at Interfaith Iftar Celebrations over Zoom
A Report on Interfaith Iftar Celebrations over ZoomPeace and Unity event organized by the American Muslims Multifaith Women's Empowerment Council over the Zoom on Sunday, April 26, 2020.The speakers...
Aviva Damania in Conversation with Radio Host Hrishi K.
We had recently featured Aviva Damania on Parsi Khabar. Below is an interview she did with Mumbai’s top radio host Hrishi K. HrishiKay · Aviva Damania (psychologist & counsellor) on Mental...
Flight Lieutenant Parvez Rustom Jamasji, Vir Chakra
This post is dedicated to Flight Lieutenant Parvez Rustom Jamasji, Vir Chakra, for his services in the Bangladesh Liberation war—the man carrying the Phantoms of Chittagong into hell and back! The...
"Self-censorship has become the norm": Senior Advocate Navroz Seervai
"Self-censorship has become the norm", Senior Advocate Navroz Seervai on the modern-day threats to Freedom of Speech and ExpressionFrom where lies the threat to the Constitutionally guaranteed...
Dr. Zarir F Udwadia in conversation with Faye D’Souza: TEDxGateway Webinar
Topic: Lessons from a Doctor in the frontline. About the Speaker: Dr. Zarir F Udwadia is a consultant chest physician and MD, DNB, FCCP (USA) and FRCP (London) attached to the Hinduja Hospital, and...
Gulshan Ewing: When life gave Amma lemons, she grew lemon trees
The Shedde family has a special relationship with Mrs Ewing, that started at the raddiwalla. We lived in a modest chawl in Santa Cruz during my childhood, and moved to a three-bedroom apartment when...
Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
Living History India has a wonderful overview on the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai that were designated a World Heritage side by the United Nations. Many of these buildings were...
World Central Kitchen – a fundraiser by Niloufer Mavalwala
Our dear friend and award winning cookbook author Niloufer Mavalwala writes in... Blogging is all about storytelling. Instead of people being the center of attention on my blog food is the star....
Theft attempt at Bhikha Behram well
Caretaker of SoBo Grade I heritage site raises alarm after spotting signs of break-in and attempt to pry open the donation box. An unsuccessful theft attempt was made at the heritage Bhikha Behram...
Power Of Love featuring The Global Lockdown Choir | Shayan Italia | Delraaz Bunshah | A Zoroastrian Parsi Initiative
Power Of Love featuring The Global Lockdown Choir | Shayan Italia | Delraaz Bunshah | A Zoroastrian Parsi Initiative THE POWER OF LOVE is a heartfelt global music initiative stemmed by the Indian...
Sam Balsara: Lessons From My Life
Our dear friend and legendary ad man Sam Balsara of Madison World in a fantastic conversation with Michael Menezes of EEMA. https://youtu.be/xr_9GjLhkYI
Astad Deboo Shares a Message
Legendary artist and India's greatest contemporary dancer and our dear friend Astad Deboo shares a short message during the current COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.
Armene Modi Awarded the Albert Schweitzer Medal
We are thrilled to learn that our dear friend Armene Modi has been awarded the Albert Schweitzer Medal Albert Schweitzer Medal awarded to Armene Modi for her academic excellence and extensive...
Gulshan Ewing: Obituary
RIP, Gulshan EwingMy first meeting with Gulshan Ewing was brief when I walked into the office of Femina to see the editor, Dr K D Jhangiani for a cover picture. Gulshan was the ultra glamorous,...
Myra Bhathena: Connect Against COVID
Myra Bhathena writes in I have created a website for people to donate devices such as iPads and Samsung Galaxies to hospitalized patients in isolation. These people are not only unable to see their...
May Thou Blaze Resplendent Oh Iranshah – Kavi Ardeshir Khabardar – Shreeji Iranshah No Garbo
Our dearest friend and mentor Ervad Soli Dastur writes in on the occasion of the upcoming Salgreh of the Iranshah Atashbehram Shehenshahi Adar Mah has already started and on Adar Roj and Adar Mah,...
Management learning from Zoroastrianism | Adil Malia | TEDxIESMCRC
Our dear friend and brilliant human resources professional Adil Malia recently spoke at a TEDx event. Adil fantastically intertwines management learning through Zoroastrian teachings, learnings and...
How to stay calm during the coronavirus pandemic
Expert tips to diffuse stress and anxiety related to mental health and financial insecurities during lockdown.Article By Aviva Damania | The Indian ExpressThe World Health Organization (WHO) has...
Launching IranShah’s Birthday Celebration with Vision 2020
EACH ONE REACH ONE AND TEACH ONE TO LIGHT THE LIFE OF EVERYONE Let's Get Viral By Sharing It On All Local & Global Social Media Please Share This Information With Members Of Your Respective...
Hercules to the rescue: Natasha Thanawalla makes it home
Our dear friend and esteemed journalist and author Farida Master writes a fantastic account of this very interesting story. “We were all in shock,” says Highland Park resident Natasha Thanawalla,...
Dr. Russi Balsara: An Obituary
The Balsara family is saddened to announce the passing of their father Russi Dinshaw Balsara on Tues April 7, 2020 in Toronto at the age of 86. Devoted father (and father in law) of Khorshed ( Khor...
An Open Letter to Bill Gates
A long time dear reader of ours, who wishes to remain anonymous has written this very pertinent open letter to Bill Gates. An open letter to: ‘Bill Gates’ A ‘Prophet’ in our Times. – In both sense...
Toronto Parsis to Livestream Parsi Natak
Madan Ni Mansik HospitalWhen: 18 Apr 2020 7:00 PM, EDTWhere: OnlineEVENT DETAILS:Premier NatakMadan Ni Mansik HospitalBrought to you by the Toronto Parsi Drama GroupThe COVID-19 pandemic continues...
HPY 2020 Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
The Holiday Program For Youth has been the most successful Zoroastrian youth summer program in the world. Started more than three decades ago, it has brought thousands of kids together for the...
Yoga & Breathing Exercises By Mickey Mehta
Our dear friend and India’s holistic health guru Dr. Mickey Mehta shares some of his tips on yoga, meditation and breathing exercises for everyone who are homebound during the COVID-19 pandemic...
Humbandigi by Vada Dasturji Khurshed Dastoor on April 13, 2020
A Hama Anjuman Maachi will be performed in the Aiwisruthrem Geh at around 8:00pm (I.S.T.) on Monday, 13th April 2020, ie. Hormazd Roj Adar Mahino at the Iranshah Atash Behram. As many of us will not...
Bombay Parsi Panchayat chairman Yazdi Desai suffers stroke
Parsi Khabar is saddened to hear about BPP Chairman Yazdi Desai's health, and wishes him a speedy recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and Anahita and the entire Desai family Desai is in...
Khushru Poacha: This railwayman feeds thousands daily – without taking a rupee
Amid industrialists, corporate houses, celebs, businessmen and the wealthy donating huge sums of money to help people in times of coronavirus pandemic, a railways employee is showing he also cares -...
Coronavirus: Neither ‘Divinity’s Wrath’ nor ‘Nature’s Vengeance’!
Our dear friend Noshir H. Dadrawala wrote this article that was first published in the Parsi-Times. The novel coronavirus is neither ‘Divinity’s Wrath’ nor ‘Nature’s Vengeance’. From a Zoroastrian...