By Anil Dharker Zubin Mehta will be in Mumbai again this month and whichever orchestra he brings with him and whatever music they play, the frenzy is always the s ame. For a lot of Mumbaikars (and they are not all Parsi), western classical music begins and ends with the letters Z and M. In… Continue reading Ring in the Symphony
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Parsi Landmarks of SoBo
Clamber on for a tour of three Parsi landmarks in the heart of SoBo, each with an interesting story to tell. Mithila Mehta gets you the details Cusrow baug and its interiors The Parsi community in the city is famed for its trademark dhansaak-rice, liberal use of the word dikra, and of course, steel tycoon… Continue reading Parsi Landmarks of SoBo
Parsis too seek reservation in govt jobs
All these years they have never asked for any favour from the government. In fact, they favoured the government by building hospitals, colleges and research institutions in the city. However now, the Parsis also want a share in the reservation pie. With the campaign for the Bombay Parsi Punchayet elections-to be held over three weekends… Continue reading Parsis too seek reservation in govt jobs
Zubin Mehta in Conversation
Interview by Noopur Tiwari Sunday, September 28, 2008: (Zurich) : NDTV’s Noopur Tiwari got talking to music maestro, Zubin Mehta about his personal life, his Indianness and his love story with Israel. Here are some snippets from the interview.NDTV: Zubin Mehta is one of the greatest conductors of western classical music of all times. He… Continue reading Zubin Mehta in Conversation
Alls Well: Bhikha Behram Well in Fort Mumbai
The Parsi community may not be the biggest in terms of numbers, but when it comes to culture and heritage they have plenty to offer. The Bhika Behram Well in Fort, a Grade I heritage structure, is one such monument. The vast expanse of Cross Maidan was a matter of concern for travellers who came… Continue reading Alls Well: Bhikha Behram Well in Fort Mumbai
Zubin Mehta: The Scores of My Life
Zubin Mehta, one of the greatest conductors of western classical music of all times has come out with his autobiography titled The Scores of My Life, published by Roli books. In the book, he writes about India, his younger days, his family and friends, his musical journey, his love for hot chillies and more. Here… Continue reading Zubin Mehta: The Scores of My Life
Court hears PIL against Parsi poll malpractice
Hundreds Of Names Appear More Than Once In BPP’s Register Nauzer Bharucha I TNN Mumbai: With barely a week left for the elections to the Bombay Parsi Punchayat (BPP) — the largest private landlord in the city — the Bombay high court on Thursday heard a public interest litigation (PIL), alleging electoral malpractices. For the… Continue reading Court hears PIL against Parsi poll malpractice
Complete list of Candidates for BPP Elections 2008
Below is a complete list of candidates registered for the seven positions of trusteeship, open for elections in 2008. The list is sorted alphabetically.
Voting Schedule for Bombay Parsi Panchayat Elections 2008
The following is the scheduled voting days and locations for the forthcoming BPP elections. Saturday October 4th 2008: Khareghat Memorial Hall, Hughes Road,Mumbai- 400 007. Sunday October 5th 2008: Rustom Baug,Byculla. Saturday October 11th 2008: SirJ.J. School Building, Fort. Mumbai Sunday October 12th: Sir Shapurji Bharucha Baug,Andheri (West). Saturday October 18th: Sir J.J. School Building,… Continue reading Voting Schedule for Bombay Parsi Panchayat Elections 2008
