Though they have always been a small number, from the time the first group of Parsis came to the city from Coorg in 1795, the community has had a major role in shaping the history of the city from the time it was known as Madras. By Janani Sampath | Express News Service As per… Continue reading Chennai Parsis: A tale of grit and hardwork
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Film debut at 92: The Making of a Documentary on the Dadar Parsi Colony
Max and Rohinton Unwalla see no reason for public display of affection to be tagged as nuisance. In one quick swoop, love meets devotion when Max’s candy tongue flutters across Unwalla’s face, before finally enveloping his nose as the two take a breather after their morning walk on the steps of Building no. 782 at… Continue reading Film debut at 92: The Making of a Documentary on the Dadar Parsi Colony
How To Shoot A Parsi: Sooni Taraporevala Exhibition of Photographs
Award-winning screenwriter Sooni Taraporevala’s first photography exhibition, Parsis, captures the community’s whims and quirks over three decades. By Kareena Gianani | Mid-Day With her first photography exhibition, Parsis, on display at Chemould Prescott Road Gallery, things have come a full circle for award-winning screenwriter Sooni Taraporevala. “I am a full-time screenwriter and part-time photographer, and… Continue reading How To Shoot A Parsi: Sooni Taraporevala Exhibition of Photographs
Keeping the Fire Alive in Chennai
Pearl (name changed) is married to a non-Parsi, as a result of which her child has not been baptised as Pars. This is the case of several Parsi women married to non-Parsis in the city. This could be a reason to worry since there is already a fear that the community may become extinct in… Continue reading Keeping the Fire Alive in Chennai
Irani trust’s land sale kicks off row
Anjuman Asks Its Chief, Who Had Opposed The 963-Acre Deal, To Resign By Nauzer K Bharucha | TNN Mumbai: There is growing opposition within the Zoroastrian community against the sale of 963 acres controlled by a community trust in Palghar, about 110 km from Mumbai. The Iranian Zoroastrian Anjuman wants to sell the land to… Continue reading Irani trust’s land sale kicks off row
What If A Parsi Were the Prime Minister of India
The article below is a tongue-in-check take on the possibility of a Parsi Prime Minister in India. It is written by good friend of Parsi Khabar and brilliant media man Rayomand J. Patell What if a Parsi, were PM? Stop laughing. This is a very serious fantasy. There would be a Ministry Of Dhansakh. This… Continue reading What If A Parsi Were the Prime Minister of India
The Ideal Jawa Yezdi: Motorcycling and the Parsi Connection
Here is a beautiful documentary about the Yezdi motorcycle. Born originally as the Jawa, it was a model made by the legendary Czechoslovakian motorcycle marquee. For decades the Indian motorcycle market consisted of three local manufacturers Rajdoot, Jawa/Yezdi, and Bullet Enfield. And the Jawa/Yezdi was the “cafe racer” of the day. I remember riding one… Continue reading The Ideal Jawa Yezdi: Motorcycling and the Parsi Connection
Driving the Field Marshal: When Kennedy drove Manekshaw!
Nitin Gokhale writes a beautiful account of his meeting up with Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw’s driver of 22 years…a gentleman by the viagra form canada name of Kennedy. I ventured to ask Kennedy how well did he know the Field Marshal. His instant reply was: "Sir I drove him and Madam around for 22 years!"… Continue reading Driving the Field Marshal: When Kennedy drove Manekshaw!
Jimmy Mistry at TEDx New Delhi
Jimmy Mistry, real-estate developer and entrepreneur presents some of his office work at a TEDx New Delhi. TEDx events are locally organized events based on guidelines set up by the legendary TED organization. Jimmy Mistry talks about how he dropped out of Mechanical Engineering college and now hires buy viagra architects, interior designers and other… Continue reading Jimmy Mistry at TEDx New Delhi
