Parsi cricketer MJ Bhumgara, a personal friend of KS Ranjitsinhji, was recognized as a proficient ‘twirler’ spinner in the cricketing world of early 20th century California. Article by Avijit Ghosh | TNN NEW DELHI: USA cricketers with an India connection have enjoyed a terrific run in the ongoing T20 World Cup. But not many know… Continue reading MJ Bhumgara: In early 20th century, a Parsi cricketer from Surat was a star in Los Angeles
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In Chennai: A temple, a baug and a way of life
Zarine Mistry, a resident of Sterling Road, shares insights into the Parsi community in Chennai, highlighting Anjuman Baug’s significance. Additionally, the article mentions Delkhush Delicacies, operated by Mahiyar and Zavera Shroff, known for their popular Parsi dishes like Parsi pulao. Article by Debasmita Ghosh | TNN CHENNAI: Now a Sterling Road resident, Zarine Mistry was… Continue reading In Chennai: A temple, a baug and a way of life
Navsari Youth Continue Ghee Khichdi Ritual in 2024
The 100-year-old tradition in the Parsi community of indulging Varundev for good rains is still intact today. In it, the youth of the Parsi community go from house to house and collect ghee and rice and make khichdi in groups.
In Bahman Month, Parsis Celebrate Vegetarianism
Parsi Vegetarian and Temperance Society celebrates movement founded in 1911 to promote vegetarianism and temperance. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal Mumbai: In Bahman Month, Parsis Celebrate Vegetarianism | FPJ It is onerous to think of Parsi cuisine without the fish, eggs and meat. Even dishes where the star ingredient is a vegetable, the… Continue reading In Bahman Month, Parsis Celebrate Vegetarianism
At second-ever global convening, Zoroastrian youth seek a more connected future
Youth from the ancient faith campaigned to fund an interfaith center in England to promote the goals of inclusivity and interorganizational communication. World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum youth leader Fravash Chothia after the Jashan, or blessing, prayer ceremony, which was livestreamed to the broader Zoroastrian public on May 26, 2024, in Gloucestershire, England. (Photo by… Continue reading At second-ever global convening, Zoroastrian youth seek a more connected future
Insight into your surname with Kaevan Umrigar
Filmmaker Kaevan Umrigar has a humorous take on Parsi surnames Kaevan Umrigar | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Kaevan Umrigar is a Mumbai-based writer and documentary filmmaker. He is also a surname analyst i.e.; he researches Parsi surnames to trace their historical background including where their families came from, their great-grandparents, occupations and so on. He… Continue reading Insight into your surname with Kaevan Umrigar
Lt Gen Zubin Minwalla Assumes The Command of Indian Army Trishakti Corps
Lt Gen Minwalla’s leadership comes at a crucial time as the corps continues to fortify India’s defense capabilities on its eastern frontiers. In a significant military leadership transition, Lt Gen Zubin Minwalla has taken command of the prestigious Trishakti Corps, replacing Lt Gen VPS Kaushik. The formal handover ceremony saw Lt Gen Minwalla honoring the… Continue reading Lt Gen Zubin Minwalla Assumes The Command of Indian Army Trishakti Corps
Michelle Mama Wins a Canadian Screen Award 2024
Per a FEZANA post: Congrats to Michelle Mama on winning a Canadian Screen Award, presented by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television! Michelle won an award for her work as an Executive Producer on the show Canada’s Drag Race, which won Best Reality/Competition Program or Series. Michelle is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and factual… Continue reading Michelle Mama Wins a Canadian Screen Award 2024
Eventisation of religion: the 12th World Zoroastrian Congress in New York City as an identity-oriented event
Paulina Niechciał a respected Zoroastrian scholar and researcher attended the 12th World Zoroastrian Congress in New York in 2022, as also the 11th World Zoroastrian Congress in Perth in 2018. Nearly two years after the 12WZC 2022 in NYC, she has published a paper titled Eventisation of religion: the 12th World Zoroastrian Congress in New… Continue reading Eventisation of religion: the 12th World Zoroastrian Congress in New York City as an identity-oriented event
