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Jehangir patel Delivers the First Farrokh Jijina Memorial Talk at KhakiLab
Khaki Lab writes in..At our First Farrokh Jijina Memorial Talk #ChroniclingACommunity, journalist and editor Jehangir...
The Museum of Failures is an excellent example of Thrity Umrigar’s strengths as a novelist
The Museum of Failures is an excellent example of Thrity Umrigar’s strengths as a novelistArticle By Nalini Iyer | The ExaminerThrity Umrigar is the author of ten previous books including the...
Inauguration of the Centre For Avesta-Pahlavi Studies, University of Mumbai
Centre For Avesta-Pahlavi Studies At University Of Mumbai To Give Fillip To Zoroastrian CultureThe centre will offer undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programmes in Avesta, the language of the...
A language for all ages: A dive into the language of Zoroastrians shows our connected roots
Mumbai University’s decision to open a centre to study Avestan and Pahlavi is as important for the Parsis as it for the rest of the communities Article By Kurush Dalal | Hindustan Times Ashem vohu...
Govt takes direct approach for Jiyo Parsi as Parzor Foundation withdraws from scheme
The PARZOR Foundation ceased its involvement in the Jiyo Parsi scheme due to the government’s decision to implement direct beneficiary transfersArticle by Linah Baliga | Hindustan TimesMumbai: The...
Improved guidelines of JiyoParsi Scheme And Centre for Avesta-Pahlavi Studies’ at University of Mumbai
In the spirit of Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat, the Ministry of Minority Affairs hosts event to honour the legacy of Zoroastrians in the Country by adopting a comprehensive approach to successfully...
Mumbai University To Launch Avesta Pahlavi Study Centre; Focus on Preserving, Promoting Parsi-Zoroastrian Culture
The university has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Minority Affairs to start this special study centre in the university. Article by Dhairya Gajara | Free Press...
Shapoorji Pallonji and the Building of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi
Recently the BAPS Mandir in Abu Dhabi UAE was inaugurated by the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This iconic temple has been built by Shapoorji Pallonji Group. We would like to share the story...
How Parsis Came to Love Western Classical Music
Tracing a tiny Mumbai community’s journey with a niche art form At any Western classical music performance that I attend in Mumbai, the audience is always a sea of elderly Parsis. (Parsis are a tiny...
Ba Humata Lecture Series: March 2024
The March 2024 Ba Humata lecture is on the theme “THE QUALITY OF LIBERALITY IS THE TOTALITY OF IMMORTALITY” Yasna 46.5, Yatha Ahu Vairyo & Zararthushti PrayersSpeakersErvad Parvez Karanjia ...
Churchgate’s Bhikha Behram Well Gears Up For 300th Birthday With Revamp Plans
Among the plans are a project to do up the compound, a small museum, a photo gallery, an arch, and a new drinking water fountain for the public who may want to drink the spring water from the well....
A forgotten link of Govadia heritage
Going back to the roots: an emotion in motionA forgotten link of Govadia heritageArticle by Adil J. GovadiaOur large 3-tiered family haveli (bungalow), built way back in 1887, is located in a small...
At a Time When the Battles of India’s Future Will Be Fought in its Courts, We Will Miss Fali Nariman
He was a liberal in the constitutional sense of the word, defending the fundamental rights of citizens against an overbearing state.Fali Nariman (1929-2024). Photo: X/@RahulGandhiArticle by Indrani...
Aapro Fali: The Parsi Community’s Pride and Constitutional Authority With a Twinkle in His
"Aapro Fali", the Parsi Community's Pride and the Constitutional Authority With a Twinkle in His EyeFali Nariman always had time for good causes, even for reporters looking for free advice.Fali...
Fali S. Nariman: A life dedicated to the Constitution’s promise
Fali S. Nariman (1929-2024): A life dedicated to the Constitution’s promise From defending business giants to championing human rights, Nariman shaped India’s legal landscape, inspiring generations...
Lawyers, judges turn out in large numbers to bid farewell to Fali Nariman
An institution in himself: Lawyers, judges turn out in large numbers to bid farewell to Fali NarimanNariman was laid to rest at around 11:24 AM, near his friend, colleague and another stalwart from...
Indian law, after Fali S Nariman
Indira Jaising writes: Indian law, after Fali S NarimanThe thinking of generations of lawyers has been shaped by the cases Fali Nariman arguedWritten by Indira Jaising | Indian ExpressFali Nariman...
Khurshed Batliwala: Meet IIT Bombay graduate who left high paying job to become a monk
EducationMeet IIT Bombay graduate who left high paying job to become a monk due to...Khurshed Batliwala completed his studies at IIT Bombay but rather than teach people math, he decided, more than...
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman Passes Away
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman passed away. He was aged 95 years.The veteran jurist was awarded the Padma Bhushan in January 1991 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2007.A distinguished...
Ervad Tehemton Mirza Appointed as Vada Dasturji at the Iranshah Atashbehram
Udvada gets dual high priests after eight yearsNewly ordained Ervad Mirza speaks to mid-day about challenges that have plagued priesthood in recent yearsArticle by Gaurav Sarkar |Mid DayGujarat’s...
The rocky road to success with Architect Behzad Kharas
Our dearest friend and brilliant architect and designer Behzad Kharas in a candid conversation with Nukul Jain about his upbringing, family, business and ambitions.
Farita Khambatta: From Tragedy To Thriving, How Did She Do It ?
Our dear friend Farita in a candid conversation with the Brainz MagazineFrom Tragedy To Thriving, How Did She Do It? – Exclusive Interview With Farita KhambattaAs you get to know Farita Khambatta,...
Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Fined Rs 43.30 Lakh by Reserve Bank Of India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Thursday that it has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 43.30 lakh on Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Ltd for violating the rules.The penalty was imposed on the...
With bonfires and hope, Iran’s minority Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh and the end of cold winter days
Around the fire, people listened to bands playing music, theological lectures as they milled about eating and celebrating.Iranian Zoroastrian youth set fire to a prepared pile of wood in a ceremony...
Thrilling Victories and Spirited Competition Marks Second Season of Pune All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball Tournament
The Parsi Gymkhana came alive with the thunderous cheers of over 200 spectators as the second season of the All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball tournament unfolded, proudly sponsored by...
Zoroastrians illuminate mid-winter night in UNESCO-listed festival
TEHRAN - On Tuesday evening, clusters of Iranian Zoroastrians in various cities such as Tehran, Yazd, Shiraz, and Kerman came together to celebrate the ancient Sadeh festival.TEHRAN - On Tuesday...
Rishad Minocher: A BSA Gold Star and A Honda CB 750
An Old Story? – A BSA Gold Star and A Honda CB 750Finding the strangeness of truth over fiction between a Gold Star and a CB750Article By Kartik Ware Photos By Kaizad Adil DarukhanawalaThere’s a...
Relationships: Finding Balance In A Digital Age
Our dear friend and contributor Havovi Govadia gives us something to think about…Some old photographs landed in my WA messages. My Sister-in-law wrote that she couldn’t recognize some faces so would...
Parsi Food Bazar 2024 At The Calcutta Parsee Club
In pictures: A dash of dhansak, sprinkle of spice and the thrill of treasure hunt at Parsi Food BazarThe afternoon fair at Calcutta Parsee Club was a medley of Parsi food, fun and frolicBy Jaismita...
Hormusji N Cama Awarded Padma Bhushan in 2024
Hormusji N Cama, the Managing Director of the Mumbai Samachar was awarded the Padma Bhushan Award on the eve of the Republic Day 2024Hormusji N Cama, Director, Mumbai Samachar has served as the...
Dr. Yazdi Maneksha Italia Awarded Padma Shri in 2024
Dr. Yazdi Maneksha Italia, renowned microbiologist who pioneered the development of India's inaugural Sickle Cell Anemia Control Program has been awarded the Padma Shri Award on the eve of Republic...
Why the Parsi community is divided over special prayers for the Ram temple
There is uneasiness over rituals being held for a Hindu temple as well as the message it sends out to another minority group.Article by Tabassum Barnagarwala | Scroll A special prayer for the Ram...
BNHS to re-introduce Vultures Into Doongarwadi Again
Plans are on to have vultures flock Doongerwadi once againThe Bombay Natural History Society plans to work with Mumbai's Parsi community to introduce vultures in Tower of Silence to counteract the...
Zubin Mehta to be Given Munich’s Golden Medal of Honor
Mehta, aged 87, is one of the most distinguished conductors of our time Conductor Zubin Mehta will be honored for a lifetime's work on January 26, 2024, when he will receive the Golden Medal of...
Passing of Dr. Maneck J. Kotwal
Maneck Kotwal ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Friedel, Williams & Edmunds Funeral Home - New Hartford on Jan. 15, 2024.Dr. Maneck J. Kotwal passed away peacefully on Sunday, January...
Opera Singer Minoo Golvala Passes Away
Minoo Golvala, an opera singer who was called ‘Mario Lanza of Bombay’, passed away in London on Friday. He was 88.Born into a Parsi household in 1936 in Mumbai, Golvala, who studied at St Xavier’s...
Ervad Zarrir Bhandara Takes Center Stage at Orange City California Epiphany Gathering
Historic Moment: Parsi Priest originally from Mumbai Takes Center Stage at Orange City CA USA Epiphany Gatheringhttps://cityoforange.granicus.com/player/clip/781(Orange, CA – January 11, 2024): In a...
Worli Crematorium’s Prayer Hall, Facilitating Post-Death Rites For Parsi-Zoroastrians, Celebrates 8 Years Of Service
Worli Crematorium's Prayer Hall, Facilitating Post-Death Rites For Parsi-Zoroastrians, Celebrates 8 Years Of ServiceBodies that were interred in the Dakhmas, or Tower of Silence, in a system called...
Though I am Parsi, I love Punjabi culture: Khushi Sadry
Actress and singer Khushi Sadry, who is a Parsi by nativity, says she made a Punjabi debut in singing because of her love for the Punjabi culture and her friends who are largely from this...
Firdaus Kharas Appointed Officer of the Order Of Canada
Indian-born Parsi Awarded High Honour By CanadaOttawa, December 28, 2023: The Governor-General of Canada Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon announced the appointment of Indian-born...
Secret Lives of the Wise Men
The scene of three ornately dressed potentates handing out the very first Christmas presents has been depicted in countless ways -- in classical paintings, greeting cards and town-square tableaux.We...
V. Victoria Shroff Recognized with Kings’ Counsel, in British Columbia for her pioneering work in animal law
V. Victoria Shroff is humbled and grateful to be appointed K.C., King's Counsel, for her contributions to the legal profession. Being recognized with the KC designation is a tremendous honour...
Persis Ahrestani Named in Business in Vancouver’s 2024 “40 Under 40” List
Business in Vancouver has named Persis Ahrestani, Chief Financial Officer at Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver, as one of the "40 under 40" business leaders for 2024. This prestigious award...
In War and Peace – The Life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, MC
in 2003 UNESCO’s PARZOR Project produced “In War and Peace” a documentary abou tthe life of India’s first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Directed by Jessica Gupta, the documentary travels back in time...
Ba Humata Lecture Series: December 2023
The December 2023 Ba Humata Lecture series shall be on the topic “CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION FOR THE BETTERMENT OF OUR FUTURE GENERATION With reference to Yasna 28.2 & Yasna 29”Speakers:...
Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates the 7th Salgreh of their Atashkadeh
A Day of CelebrationThe 7th Salgreh of the Zoroastrian Association of California‘s (a FEZANA Member Association) Atash Kadeh was celebrated with great religious fervor and Parsi gusto on the 12th of...
Mumbai Samachar, since 1822: Know about India’s oldest continuously published newspaper
Mumbai Samachar had its humble origins in the form of a handwritten weekly publication.Article by Khushboo Ali | KnocksenseMumbai Samachar stands as India's enduring beacon of information. Embarking...
The Faravahar Soars: Parsis in the Indian Air Force
Prepare to be amazed by the Parsi community’s extraordinary journey in the Indian Air Force! From soaring heights to gallant tales, their legacy is an awe-inspiring testament to the spirit of...
The Navjote Book By Delzin Choksey
Our friend and brilliant ilustrator and author Delzin Choksey of Crispy Doodles fame has come out with a new title called “The Navjote Book”An activity book for young Zoroastrians. Interactive...
Malcolm Baug hits a century!
Mumbai's Malcolm Baug, a Parsi colony, celebrated its centenary this year, with residents praising its serene atmosphere and self-contained amenities.Mumbai: Going past the many tabelas that...
BJPC Institute: Mumbai’s Parsi heritage school draws admiring glances after restoration
An elegant, historic school building opposite Charni Road railway station has been drawing admiring glances from train commuters after it was recently restored to its former glory. The 132-year-old...