The International Everlasting Flame Programme is to be held, from 19th March to 29th May 2016, by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, MOMA, in collaboration with Parzor Foundation and the Culture Ministry of India. We are deeply grateful to the Government of India particularly MOMA for enabling the largest ever Festival of the Zoroastrians in… Continue reading The International Everlasting Flame Programme India 2016
Month: September 2015
Maneck Davar: Know Your Candidate
The upcoming elections for the position of Trustees of the Bombay Parsi Panchayat are nearly upon us. At Parsi Khabar we are hoping to provide an unbiased platform to the candidates to put forth their thoughts, ideas and a little bit about themselves so that the discerning voter can make up their mind and exercise… Continue reading Maneck Davar: Know Your Candidate
Ashdeen Lilaowala: Keeping the Gara flame alive
His thought is intensive. His vision is artistic. His sensibility is detailed. His fashion unfolds history. Ashdeen Lilaowala has not only preserved the culture of Gara embroidery but revived it successfully making his Gara creations extremely coveted. Article published on asafetypin.com I fell in love with his beautifully embroidered and contemporary chic sarees when I… Continue reading Ashdeen Lilaowala: Keeping the Gara flame alive
Loyalty to Lahore
Variously described as “The Pearl of Punjab” or “The Heart of Pakistan,” Lahore brings to mind different images. Whilst Niloufer Bilimoria relates her recent experiences across the border, Parsiana offers an overview of this cultural capital that hosts many of the country’s intelligentsia. Article by Parinaz Gandhi | Parsiana Hospitable hosts Immigration was smooth for… Continue reading Loyalty to Lahore
Lord Karan Bilimoria Talks about Contributions of Parsis in India
British NRI entrepreneur and the co-founder of the Cobra Beer Lord Karan Bilimoria, speaking at the 13th Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI) lecture in Patna on Tuesday, hailed the role of the Parsis in India saying not only they played an integral part in the freedom movement but also contributed immensely towards the economic development… Continue reading Lord Karan Bilimoria Talks about Contributions of Parsis in India
Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw as I knew him: Brigadier Sawant
It was there on the afternoon of 16th December 1971 that General Maneksha’s strength of character in dealing with Bangladesh citizens and refusing to handover Pakis to Mukti Bahini to be lynched, came into prominence. Sam followed the Geneva Convention in dealing with the PoWs while the large and angry crowds were baying for their… Continue reading Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw as I knew him: Brigadier Sawant
Defence Force Veterans Join Fray for Bombay Parsi Panchayet Elections
Four illustrious armed forces veterans are joining the fray for the elections of the Bombay Parsi Panchayet. Here are their bios: Major General Soli Noshir Pavri Major General Soli Noshir Pavri, an infantry officer, was commissioned into the KUMAON Regiment in 1971and retired in 2008 after 37 years of distinguished service. A combat experienced officer… Continue reading Defence Force Veterans Join Fray for Bombay Parsi Panchayet Elections
