Bapsi Sidhwa is one of the most celebrated English writers of our times from this part of the world and she is the daughter of Lahore who has introduced Pakistan and made it proud across the world with her novels. Printed in the News International Pakistan This was the consensus among the participants in a… Continue reading Bapsi Sidhwa: Those who adore Pakistan are hurt
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Chennai Parsis: A tale of grit and hardwork
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
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
