Rediff – India … But urban development and ac9;The Renegade Diet'>The Renegade Dietcidental poisoning have almost wiped out the birds, leaving Parsis divided on how best to treat the dead.
Month: October 2005
Modi takes lessons in tourism
Newindpress – Chennai,India … help. “On the other hand, there is Udwada, where the Parsis first settled in the 16th century,” the Chief Minister said. It …
No vultures, Parsis turn to sun
The Asian Age – Bombay,India … Basically, they harness sun rays and allow them to penetrate the body and aid decomposition,” said a source in a prominent Parsi organisation in Mumbai. …
Gujarat to be projected as prime tourist destination
NewKerala.com – Ernakulam,Kerala,India … shining examples” to offer in communal harmony, Mr Modi said the state plans to promote places like Uddawa in Surat district, where a huge Parsi community is … I think the article mistakenly puts Udvada in Surat District.
The Mehregan Feast Persian Journal – Iran …
Persian Journal – Iran … after Norouz .Though most Iranians have heard about Mehregan, unlike Norouz it is not celebrated by all and is mainly regarded as a Zoroastrian festival. …
Parsis: Pioneers of Cricket in India
Business Standard – India … It is also interesting to learn that it was the Parsis who first took to cricket, which was followed by the Hindus and Muslims. …
Iran’s Zoroastrians preparing for Mehregan Fest
IranMania News October 2 – Iran’s Zoroastrian community will celebrate the ancient Iranian festivity called Mehregan, which marks the autumn equinox, on …
