On this the first day of the “navu varas” new year 1387 Y.Z. we all at Parsi Khabar wish you and your families and loved ones a very Happy New Year. May this be the year when we find the best in all of us as individuals and as a community globally and locally. Our… Continue reading Happy Parsi New Year 2017 Saal 1387 Y.Z.
Month: August 2017
Dr Shernaz Cama: Armchair criticism for Jiyo Parsi uncalled for
Advertisments encouraging Parsi couples to have more kids have been called ‘regressive’ Following criticism from several quarters on the government-backed Jiyo Parsi advertisements being ‘regressive’ and in ‘poor taste’, its creators have replied saying the shrinking community doesn’t need ‘armchair critics’. Article by Jyoti Shelar | The Hindu Dr Shernaz Cama, director, Parzor, a project… Continue reading Dr Shernaz Cama: Armchair criticism for Jiyo Parsi uncalled for
Boman Desai : Trio: A Novel Biography of the Schumanns and Brahms
Boman Desai authored a book titled “Trio: The Schumanns and Brahms” Below is a review by Kirkus “A novel that explores the complex relationships among classical composers Johannes Brahms and Robert Schumann and the latter’s pianist/composer wife, Clara. When Schumann, then a young law student, first meets Clara Josephine Wieck, she’s a 9-year-old child. She’s… Continue reading Boman Desai : Trio: A Novel Biography of the Schumanns and Brahms
Mani Clubwala: 70 years ago today in Pakistan
Yes, it was the day India got its Independence. But in Karachi, for 18-year-old Parsi teenager Mani Mehta, August 15, 1947, was the day of her engagement to Jehangir Clubwala, a young executive from Mumbai with a promising career in Parry and Co. “I remember there were people out on the streets of Karachi celebrating… Continue reading Mani Clubwala: 70 years ago today in Pakistan
Sohrab Homi Fracis: In Conversation
Sohrab Homi Fracis speaks to Radio talk show host Fred Tromberg interviews author Sohrab Homi Fracis about his topical new immigrant novel GO HOME. The discussion is wide-ranging about GO HOME, Nu Skin, Parsis, xenophobia, Campion School, IIT, University of Delaware, Deadheads, Florida, my transition to writing, etc. on the Fred Tromberg show!
The Liar’s Weave By Tashan Mehta: A Book Review
This clever period novel about a Parsi boy born without a future (almost) wins you over Tashan Mehta’s first novel almost wins you over; almost. It all boils down to the kind of reader you are. Of course, when I say, Tashan Mehta’s first novel The Liar’s Weave almost wins you over, I am talking… Continue reading The Liar’s Weave By Tashan Mehta: A Book Review
Sam Bulsara: Jiyo Parsi – The subject is delicate, but needed to be tackled
Sam Balsara, Chairman and Managing Director of Madison Worldwide, spearheaded the creation of the campaign with his core team, including daughter Lara Balsara Vajifdar, Executive Director at Madison World. Mr. Balsara and his team also worked on the earlier Jiyo Parsi campaign. He says that the agency researched deeply and met several Parsis before finaliing… Continue reading Sam Bulsara: Jiyo Parsi – The subject is delicate, but needed to be tackled
