In Tanaz Bhathena’s new YA novel, The Beauty of the Moment, Susan is new Canada. She’s not used to the cultural freedoms in this new country, she’s used to live in Saudi Arabia. Susan is reserved, wary of boys and determined not to get her driving license. She is very bright and her parents have… Continue reading Author Tanaz Bhathena talks her new novel THE BEAUTY OF THE MOMENT
Month: March 2019
Metro speedily realigned at BKC but not elsewhere
Work on the 2B corridor, which will connect D N Nagar and Mankhurd, has begun at several places along its 23.6km route. The corridor will run along the 3.6 km-long arterial BKC road. MMRDA metropolitan commissioner R A Rajeev did not respond to calls or texts by TOI. A senior MMRDA official said, “Earlier, the… Continue reading Metro speedily realigned at BKC but not elsewhere
Jhalawar’s century-old Parsi theatre getting a facelift
Nearly half the work in the restoration and facelifting of the century-old Parsi Opera Theatre at Bhawani Natyashala in Jhalawar has been completed, state government officials said. The Rajasthan archaeology and museum department is carrying out the restoration at an estimated budget of Rs 5 crore. Article in Hindustan Times The Rajasthan archaeology and museum… Continue reading Jhalawar’s century-old Parsi theatre getting a facelift
Rati Framroze Cooper: In Memorarium
On Friday March 8, 2019 Rati Framroze Cooper passed away in Lahore, Pakistan. It may be coincidence or not, that one of the most amazing women educators of the Indian sub-continent, passed away on International Women’s Day. I had the opportunity to meet Rati Aunty only for a few days on my trip to Lahore… Continue reading Rati Framroze Cooper: In Memorarium
Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate For Change
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY -MARCH 8, 2019 The theme for International Women’s Day 2019 is “Think equal, build smart, innovate for change.” The theme focuses on innovative ways in advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women, particularly focusing on innovation and technology. Trends show that women are under-represented in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering,… Continue reading Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate For Change
Hosi Mehta Shares Good Thoughts, Good Words and Good Deeds!
Our dear friend Hosi Mehta, Co-Chair of the FEZANA Welfare and Critical Assistance Committee, Chicago resident, business owner, and all around good guy, shares his life story. Mehta describes his childhood in India, moving to the United States and returning to India with his American bride. He explains why he decided his family should return… Continue reading Hosi Mehta Shares Good Thoughts, Good Words and Good Deeds!
5 Ways Parsi Cuisine Evolved In India
From Malvani and Gujarati to English, find these influences in Parsi food The Parsis of India are people from the Zoroastrian community that migrated from Persia (now Iran) in the 7th century and made the west coast of India their home. As the community moved from its place of origin and integrated with the local… Continue reading 5 Ways Parsi Cuisine Evolved In India
Dinaz Vervatwala : A tale of grit and determination
Ever wondered what it takes to make it big in life? A bit of inspiration, zeal to not drift, the magic potion of immense hard work and of course some incredible courage. Meet Jamshedpur-born Dinaz Vervatwala, a true example of grit and determination. Born to a middle class Parsi family and studied at Sacred Heart… Continue reading Dinaz Vervatwala : A tale of grit and determination
A Book Reading of “Zenobia Mistri – A Teacher Par Excellence” by Shireen Isal
Lately I’ve been very caught up with the idea of immortality. Not the Jack Sparrow and Fountain of Youth kind of course, but the kind that makes someone unforgettable to more than their immediate generation. And the most potent experience of this attempt to make someone immortal is when the immortal almost rises, phoenix-like before… Continue reading A Book Reading of “Zenobia Mistri – A Teacher Par Excellence” by Shireen Isal
