One of the hottest acts to emerge over the last couple of years, Sandunes needs no introduction to lovers of electronic, garage and dub step. The young Mumbai based music producer, composer and synth player draws her influences from the London underground with a unique South Asian feel. Not to mention her training as a… Continue reading Sanaya Ardeshir: Syncing With Sound Designer Sandunes
Month: February 2015
Parsi Priests’ Court Battle with BPP Likely To End Amicably
Two priests were banned from fire temples after they were found to have performed ceremonies for Parsis who chose to be cremated and children of non-Parsi fathers The Bombay Parsi Punchayet’s (BPP) three-year bitter court battle against two “renegade” priests may soon come to an end. Article by Jyoti Shelar Mumbai Mirror A recent mediation… Continue reading Parsi Priests’ Court Battle with BPP Likely To End Amicably
Parsis consider surrogacy to boost population
Ultra orthodox in the community are debating if scriptures allow renting of a non-Parsi womb. Article by Jyoti Shelar | Mumbai Mirror Parsis are considering the option of surrogacy under the government funded Jiyo Parsi scheme to boost the community’s dwindling population. While a high priest who was consulted on the idea has given a… Continue reading Parsis consider surrogacy to boost population
Ernst and Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2014: Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla
Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla, Chairman and Managing Director, Serum Institute Of India, who pioneered the development of affordable life-saving vaccines and is counted among the largest vaccine manufacturers worldwide was named the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2014. Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Former Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a key architect of India’s self-reliance… Continue reading Ernst and Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2014: Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla
Ratan Tata: I have a dream of an India where everyone has equal opportunity
If the last decade saw the IT revolution in India, this one is well on its way to witnessing the startup revolution. The Indian startup ecosystem has never been more vibrant and abuzz with opportunities and expectations. Today, not only has starting up become an integral part of our culture, but new age entrepreneurs have… Continue reading Ratan Tata: I have a dream of an India where everyone has equal opportunity
Zubin Mehta to perform with over 100 musicians in Chennai
Western classical music maestro Zubin Mehta will perform with over 100 musicians of the Australian World Orchestra (AWO) in Chennai in October this year. This programme has been made possible in part thanks to funding support announced by the Australian Government. The Australian Minister for the Arts George Brandis QC announced that the government will… Continue reading Zubin Mehta to perform with over 100 musicians in Chennai
Majestic Talkies Ajmer: Closing the first and the oldest Cinema of Rajasthan
Closing the first and the oldest Cinema of Rajasthan Maj. (Rtd.) Noshir K. Marfatia writes: With tears in my eyes and a very heavy heart I have to inform all that we are closing the first and the oldest Cinema of Rajasthan after completion of 86 years of entertainment to the public of Ajmer. In… Continue reading Majestic Talkies Ajmer: Closing the first and the oldest Cinema of Rajasthan
