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Want to fix the Parsi birth rate? Protect the women: Nawaz Merchant
The Parsi Zoroastrian population is declining at 18 per cent each decade. Recent efforts to increase the Parsi...
BMC Begins Work On Restoration Of Marine Drive’s ‘Parsi Gate’
The dismantling of the monument, built in the early 20th century by Parsi philanthropists, had created a furore in the Parsi-Zoroastrian community which uses the site for religious rituals...
The Art of The Motorcycle: Adil Jal Darukhanawala
Our dear friend and legendary automotive journalist, author and expert Adil Jal Darukhanawala put together the The Art of The Motorcycle | India’s newest vintage motorcycle show The inaugural...
Business Sustainability Talks with Shireen Mistree, Head of ESG at VFS Global
Our dear friend and Head of ESG at VFS Global Shireen Mistree speaks about “Navigating the Evolution of ESG in Service Industries.” The session focused on the current ESG landscape,...
Nani Palkhivala and the Indian Constitution Review
In 1998 Rediff spoke to Nani Palkhiwala, India’s greatest constitutional expert and one of the great legal minds in history. 27 years later as India is in the midst of yet another general elections,...
Lucknow Parsis appeal to govt for funds to maintain community building
The Parsi community wants the MP from Lucknow to allocate funds for maintenance of Hormazd Bagh (a building in the cemetery) which is in a debilitated state. The community also demands them to...
Avabai Wadia: Architect Of Change In Indian Family Planning
Avabai Wadia’s remarkable journey from a pioneering legal luminary to a trailblazer in family planning stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment to social progress. Article on Her...
The Zoroastrian Kusti Prayer: A Talk by Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman
Eminent retired Supreme Court Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman delivers a scholarly lecture on “The Zoroastrian Kusti Prayers” on the occasion of the Iranshah Udvada Atashbehram Salgreh in April...
Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians
Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians A year short of turning 300, the Bhikha Behram Well in the heart of Churchgate is not only sacred...
Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Dar-E-Meher in Secunderabad Wins INTACH Heritage Award
Khorshed S. Chenai the President-Parsi Zoroastrian Anjuman of Secunderabad & Hyderabad writes in to inform us We are thrilled to announce that the Khan Bahadur Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Anjuman...
Shahin Bekhradnia Speaks About Nowruz at the House Of Lords in the United Kingdom
The celebration of Nowruz is becoming better known these days, possibly because UNESCO recognized it in 2010 as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity. And Wikipedia, calling it Persian New...
Farida Irani Speaks About Navroz at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney
Our dear friend Farida Irani spoke about Navroz at the Powerhouse Museum in Paramatta, Sydney, Australia Below is a video of her presentation.
Two Leading Figures From Parsi Heritage Celebrate The UK – Portugal Business Awards
The UK-Portugal Business Awards, hosted by the UK Department for Business and Trade in Portugal, brought together two leading figures from Parsi heritage, Lisa Bandari and Dr Ricardo Tavares. This...
Ba Humata Lecture Series: April 2024
The April 2024 Ba Humata Lecture shall be held on the theme “LOVE IS THE HIGHEST VIBRATION OF OUR DEEPEST REALIZATION”…Yasna 53.5 & Zarathushti Prayers Speakers Ervad Jal Panthaky (Canada)...
Nikita B. Surty Wins 2024 Women In Energy in East Africa Award
Congrats to Nikita B. Surty as she wins the 2024 Women In Energy award for her dedication to transforming renewable energy in East Africa. Her journey showcases resilience and vision, aiming to...
When many fell silent in difficult times, Fali Nariman was nation’s voice: CJI DY Chandrachud
The CJI was speaking at a full-court reference held at the Supreme Court today in honour of Fali Nariman, who passed away on February 21, 2024. Article by Debayan Roy | Bar And Bench Chief Justice...
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa Serving in Gaza
Dr. Feroze Y. Sidhwa a Trauma Surgeon from California is currently volunteering at the European Hospital Khan Younis in Gaza, Palestine. Dr. Sidhwa’s segment can be heard at the 30:00 Minute mark in...
Cowas Jehangir On Being The Vanguard Of His Family’s Rich Legacy
Walking into Cowas Jehangir’s office building in the historic part of the city instantly transports you back in time. Old Bombay, in its golden age, would be the best way describe it. A lift of a...
A new book talks about the rich legacy of Zoroastrian fire temples in Udwada, Gujarat
An excerpt from ‘Iranshah: A Legacy Restored’, by Zarin Amrolia. Article by Zarin Amrolia | Scroll Iranshah Ātash Behram temple in Udwada, Gujarat. | Divya Cowasji. An evening walk through the town...
Parsi history, humour and food flowed at Bawa Bhonu & Gupshup in Kolkatta
Own the Past brought the Parsi community of Kolkata together to celebrate their legacy, culture and food ahead of Navroz Jaismita Alexander | Telegraph India Noomi Mehta and Cyrus Madan, prominent...
Fat deposit, low rent: Wealthy Parsis are moving into historic baugs
Bai Jerbai Wadia funded 1500 flats in iconic Parsi Baugs. Wealthy Parsis pay high security deposits for residences. The auctioning process has faced criticism for favoring the affluent over the...
Naheed Divecha Wins Badminton Gold Medals at the Indian Masters 2024
Naheed Divecha , representing Maharashtra clinched two gold medals in the Yonex Sunrise 46th Indian Masters National Badminton Championship 2024 held at Panchkula, Chandigarh. Participating in...
Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak 2024
Dear Parsi Khabar Family On the joyous occassion of Jamshedi Navroze we take this opportunity to wish you, your families and loved ones a very healthy, happy, peaceful and prosperous Navroze. We are...
Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust: Inaugural Newsletter
The inaugural newsletter of the Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) was launched recently. The Mission of GCZT is to offer a platform to the Zoroastrian Community to come together and work...
After 20 years, Himalaya’s Kaiser Lashkari looks to education
The acclaimed chef and owner of Houston’s go-to Indo-Pak restaurant is putting retirement on the backburner. Kaiser Lashkari’s name for his Hillcroft Avenue restaurant was absolutely a choice....
Zoroverse Podcast: Season 2 Episode 1 Featuring Fravash Chothia
ZOROVERSE Podcasts returns after a hiatus of nearly 4 years. Season 2 is speaheaded by Meherwan Patel of Karachi, Pakistan and currently studying in Singapore. In the first episode he interviews...
The Deep Roots of Nowruz
How a Zoroastrian celebration of the Persian New Year grew into a broad symbol of cultural resilience and political resistance Children dance at a Nowruz celebration in Lafayette, Colorado Maggie...
What the 3,500-year-old holiday of Nowruz can teach us in 2024
Rather than fading from relevance, the values of this ancient festival – from taking a yearly reset to connecting with nature in a precarious time – are now more important than ever. Article By...
Heartwarming Navroze traditions in Mumbai
Sunday Midday chronicles heartwarming Navroze traditions in Mumbai Navroze, an ancient festival celebrating the spring equinox is the perfect time to share stories and culture with the next...
Where music was the food of love
As a sequel to a recent column, a family romance that celebrates the magic of music in fusing an uncommon bond Homi and Homai Dastoor in Navsari in 1959, the year of their marriage Article by Meher...
Cricketer Nari Contractor steps into the 90s
From ‘hovering between life and death’ after a bouncer fractured his skull at Barbados in 1962, to celebrating his 90th birthday today, India’s oldest Test captain Nari deserves a badge of honour...
Binaifer Nowrojee To Head Open Society Foundations Of George Soros
Binaifer Nowrojee is incoming president of the Open Society Foundations, the world’s largest private funder of independent groups working for justice, democratic governance, and human rights. With...
An evening of banter, food and immersive learning with the Bawajis of Kolkata
Own the Past, a city group of history and heritage enthusiasts, are hosting a curated evening of diving into the legacy of Kolkata’s Parsi community with Bawa Bhonu & Gupshup Article by Jaismita...
The West is complacent’: inside the world’s biggest vaccine factory
There’s every chance your Covid jab was made at the Serum Institute of India, where ambitious staff are on course to eliminate malaria. So why do they worry about Britain? The anti-malaria drug R21...
Mumbai’s iconic Parsi eatery Sassanian turns 111, continues to offer value-for-money experience
As the Dhobi Talao-based Parsi food joint Sassanian Boulangerie completes 111 years, we look at the years gone by and how they managed to remain afloat. Article by Heena Khandelwal | Indian Express...
Bombay Parsi Punchayet Faces Backlash As ‘Jiyo Parsi’ Beneficiaries Await Overdue Payments
Bombay Parsi Punchayet Faces Backlash As ‘Jiyo Parsi’ Beneficiaries Await Overdue Payments The trust owes more than Rs5 crore to around 300 families, according to one estimate. Article...
Up-close with a legend: A tribute to Fali Sam Nariman
Shayan Bisney pens a wonderful article about Fali Nariman, who passed away recently. “I am very proud to say that my oldest friend hit 95 and lived his life to the fullest.” Shayan Bisney with Fali...
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 novelist Article By Nalini Iyer | The Examiner Thrity 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 Culture The 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 transfers Article by Linah Baliga | Hindustan Times Mumbai: 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 Prayers Speakers Ervad Parvez...
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 motion A forgotten link of Govadia heritage Article by Adil J. Govadia Our large 3-tiered family haveli (bungalow), built way back in 1887, is located in a...
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/@RahulGandhi Article by...
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 Eye Fali Nariman always had time for good causes, even for reporters looking for...
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...