This has evinced shock and anger in the tiny, enterprising community not just in Mumbai but elsewhere too. Community members claim they know of at least three to four more cases where priests have been burnt because of the fire within the temples Ervad Nozer B Vajifdar This paper ran a report about a tragic… Continue reading Agiaries, other religious sites, must be fire-safe
Month: March 2020
This heartfelt film offers a brief history of modern art in India
The iconic Bandra mansion owned by gallerist Kekoo Gandhy gives the name to a new documentary by his daughter, Behroze Independent film ‘Kekee Manzil: The House of Art’ also showcases the life of the gallerist A young, lean Maqbool Fida Husain painting, intensely, intently; Tyeb Mehta’s wife, Sakina, speaking into the camera, “People say his… Continue reading This heartfelt film offers a brief history of modern art in India
Parsi Lying-In hospital must serve people once again
The plan to revive the dilapidated Parsi Lying-In hospital has run into problems once again, among the trustees of the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP). The BPP has alleged that the bidding process for the hospital’s revival has been compromised, while other trustees stated that no rules have been broken. A report in this paper stated… Continue reading Parsi Lying-In hospital must serve people once again
How Parsis shaped India’s taste for soft drinks
A bottle of Pallonji’s raspberry soda comes with this helpful disclaimer: “Contains no fruit.” Electric red in colour, and syrupy sweet to the taste, the raspberry soda is a beloved cultural icon of India’s fast-disappearing Parsi community – as well as the endangered Irani cafes in the western city of Mumbai. Article by Dinyar Patel… Continue reading How Parsis shaped India’s taste for soft drinks
A Tribute to Mrs. Scylla R. Vatcha A Woman of Substance.
Our dear Dinshaw K. Tamboly writes a beautiful obituary on his association with Scylla R. Vatcha who passed away last week. Heroes get remembered, but legends never die; dear Scylla donned her ethereal robes on 17th March 2020 to progress to the higher realms where she will for eternity be held in Divine Embrace. It was 30 years… Continue reading A Tribute to Mrs. Scylla R. Vatcha A Woman of Substance.
Quiet Navroze celebrations observed in Karachi
KARACHI: “Yes, we are celebrating Navroze, but quietly in our homes, no functions, no gatherings,” said well-known rally driver Tushna Patel, who also happens to be a proud member of Karachi’s Parsi community. The country’s first female rally driver, besides racing in big trucks over uneven hilly and dusty tracks, is also a caring homemaker.… Continue reading Quiet Navroze celebrations observed in Karachi
COVID-19 hits Navroz celebrations in Mumbai
This year, the traditional festivities, which include a lavish bhonu of Parsi delicacies and a visit to the agiary, were toned down, in keeping with advisories to tackle the spread of COVID-19 in India. For the first time in 22 years, the doors of Jahan Nargolwala’s house in Dadar Parsi Colony are shut on Navroz.… Continue reading COVID-19 hits Navroz celebrations in Mumbai
Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2020
Parsi Khabar wishes you, and your loved ones, family and friends a very happy, prosperous and healthy Jamshedi Navroze 2020. These are trying times like the world has not see in modern day. COVID-19 has ravaged the entire world and nations and communities brace for a rough journey through uncharted territories. We pray on this… Continue reading Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak 2020
Vahbiz Dorabjee on Navroze celebrations: To curb Coronavirus, it will be a simple affair
Vahbiz Dorabjee says, “Every year is usually a nice lavish celebration for us, but right now due to the home quarantine implement to curb the ongoing coronavirus, we are being safe and taking necessary precautions by staying at home.” Today, March 20, 2020, is a special day for all Parsis as they celebrate Navroze, the… Continue reading Vahbiz Dorabjee on Navroze celebrations: To curb Coronavirus, it will be a simple affair
