The memoir of a Parsi ‘Tommy’ from Navsari, Gujarat, reflects his investment in the power of the British empire but also his pride in history and myths located in the pre-Arab Persian empire, and an empathetic view of the Ottoman empire. Article by Radhika Singha | The Wire Nariman Merwanj Karkaria served in four theatres… Continue reading The Travel Writer as Soldier: The First World War Adventures of Nariman Karkaria
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Aur, Irani chai
Zoroastrian, Shia Muslim (Yazdi and Shirazi) and Baha’i Iranian migrants, and of course the Palanpur-hailing Cheliyas, have been feeding this city for over a century with cheap eats and colourful words Like Amir Khaon Koolarzade’s father, Mandoh Hussain, most Irani migrants coming into Bombay worked their way up from being kitchen boys to managers to… Continue reading Aur, Irani chai
Containing Multitudes: Exhibition ‘Hearts On Fire’ Explores Evolving Parsi Identities
Mumbai’s culture has been enriched and entwined with the Parsi community for centuries now. From the Parsi gara to the nataks to business, the community has contributed immeasurably and been appreciated in return. By Ava Gilder | HomeGrown Shantanu Das A new group exhibition at Chemould Colaba, titled ‘Hearts on Fire’, features thirteen artists. Curated… Continue reading Containing Multitudes: Exhibition ‘Hearts On Fire’ Explores Evolving Parsi Identities
Cyrus Mistry (1968 – 2022): An introvert bruised by Tata battle, took knocks on the chin
The long, messy legal battle was also a fight for his reputation. Cyrus wanted to tell the world that he was doing the right thing Written by Coomi Kapoor An introvert who shied away from public gaze, and a straightforward, scrupulously honest businessman, Cyrus Mistry never really recovered from the trauma of being thrust into… Continue reading Cyrus Mistry (1968 – 2022): An introvert bruised by Tata battle, took knocks on the chin
How Parsi-Irani Oral History Project is documenting the community
An aural archiving initiative records big-hearted Parsi-Iranian stories to inform the future of oral traditions Freny Daruwalla with Mani Bhagat They are a community of stories. They understand life, and learn and share its teachings through tales they remember to tell. Mani Bhagat’s 106-year-old memory reaches for fuzzy, warm accounts; when done recounting, she hopes… Continue reading How Parsi-Irani Oral History Project is documenting the community
Former Tata Sons chair Cyrus Mistry dies in road accident
Parsi Khabar is saddedned to hear about the passing away of Cyrus Mistry, past Chairman of Tata & Sons and head of the SP Group. He was in a car along with three others returning to Mumbai from Udvada. Along with him Jehangir Pundole also passed away. The other two passengers Dr. Anahita Pundole and… Continue reading Former Tata Sons chair Cyrus Mistry dies in road accident
The fragrant dish of spiced lentils and tender meat will forever remind Perzen Patel of family meals in Mumbai.
I’m nine years old. The six spicy tangy lamb kebabs I ate a few hours ago for breakfast were not enough; I’m hungry again. I already know what’s for lunch this Sunday – it’s always the same. It has been for the last 246 Sundays. I’m joking. I haven’t been keeping count. But I know… Continue reading The fragrant dish of spiced lentils and tender meat will forever remind Perzen Patel of family meals in Mumbai.
Maestro Zubin Mehta awarded Companion of the Order of Australia
The legendary conductor Maestro Zubin Mehta has been awarded an Honorary Companion of the Order of Australia (AC), in recognition of his eminent service to the Australia-India bilateral relationship and humanity-at-large, particularly in the fields of classical music and philanthropy. The award was presented to Maestro Mehta onstage by the Governor General of Australia, General… Continue reading Maestro Zubin Mehta awarded Companion of the Order of Australia
Ashdeen’s New Garden of Gara
At his Mumbai store launch, designer Ashdeen Lilaowala talks of the Parsi gara’s evolving fanbase This year, Ashdeen Z. Lilaowala, founder of label ASHDEEN, marks a decade of working with the traditional Parsi gara. The designer’s brand new store in Mumbai’s Colaba neighbourhood marks this event and reboots the city’s historical relationship with its vibrant… Continue reading Ashdeen’s New Garden of Gara
