Not so Parsi love Some stories are so ordinary that the fact that most anyone can relate to them makes them extraordinary. One such story is that of my late parents. A story of love, sacrifice, and struggle. It’s a story that both my pre-teens can narrate to you verbatim. One that I wouldn’t mind… Continue reading Not so Parsi love
Month: April 2020
Ervad Zarrir Bhandara Represents the Zoroastrian Faith at Interfaith Iftar Celebrations over Zoom
A Report on Interfaith Iftar Celebrations over Zoom Peace and Unity event organized by the American Muslims Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council over the Zoom on Sunday, April 26, 2020. The speakers for this unique interfaith event were: Congresswoman Judy Chu, Congresswoman Katie Porter, FBI Assistant Director Paul D Delacourt, Sheriff Don Barnes, Pakistani Hollywood actor… Continue reading Ervad Zarrir Bhandara Represents the Zoroastrian Faith at Interfaith Iftar Celebrations over Zoom
Aviva Damania in Conversation with Radio Host Hrishi K.
We had recently featured Aviva Damania on Parsi Khabar. Below is an interview she did with Mumbai’s top radio host Hrishi K. HrishiKay · Aviva Damania (psychologist & counsellor) on Mental Health in lockdown with Hrishi K
Flight Lieutenant Parvez Rustom Jamasji, Vir Chakra
This post is dedicated to Flight Lieutenant Parvez Rustom Jamasji, Vir Chakra, for his services in the Bangladesh Liberation war—the man carrying the Phantoms of Chittagong into hell and back! The Glorious Special Frontier Force, or the commonly named ‘22 Establishment’, for being commanded by Inspector General -Major General Sujan Singh Uban—and it was called… Continue reading Flight Lieutenant Parvez Rustom Jamasji, Vir Chakra
"Self-censorship has become the norm": Senior Advocate Navroz Seervai
“Self-censorship has become the norm”, Senior Advocate Navroz Seervai on the modern-day threats to Freedom of Speech and Expression From where lies the threat to the Constitutionally guaranteed freedom of speech and expression under Article 19 (1)(a) of the Indian Constitution? Whereas in earlier times, even the Constitutional framers were aware that the greatest threat… Continue reading "Self-censorship has become the norm": Senior Advocate Navroz Seervai
Dr. Zarir F Udwadia in conversation with Faye D’Souza: TEDxGateway Webinar
Topic: Lessons from a Doctor in the frontline. About the Speaker: Dr. Zarir F Udwadia is a consultant chest physician and MD, DNB, FCCP (USA) and FRCP (London) attached to the Hinduja Hospital, and Breach Candy Hospitals. He has struck the unique balance of combining a busy clinical practice with internationally acclaimed medical research. He… Continue reading Dr. Zarir F Udwadia in conversation with Faye D’Souza: TEDxGateway Webinar
Gulshan Ewing: When life gave Amma lemons, she grew lemon trees
The Shedde family has a special relationship with Mrs Ewing, that started at the raddiwalla. We lived in a modest chawl in Santa Cruz during my childhood, and moved to a three-bedroom apartment when I was in primary school. Article by Meenakshi Shedde | Mid-Day Gulshan Ewing, former editor of Eve’s Weekly and Star &… Continue reading Gulshan Ewing: When life gave Amma lemons, she grew lemon trees
Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
Living History India has a wonderful overview on the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai that were designated a World Heritage side by the United Nations. Many of these buildings were built by eminent Parsis of that generation. And today many of the leading citizens who made the designation happen are also Parsis.… Continue reading Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
World Central Kitchen – a fundraiser by Niloufer Mavalwala
Our dear friend and award winning cookbook author Niloufer Mavalwala writes in… Blogging is all about storytelling. Instead of people being the center of attention on my blog food is the star. Recipes unfold the story it holds within each picture. We all have a story to share.It just unravels in many different ways. Here… Continue reading World Central Kitchen – a fundraiser by Niloufer Mavalwala
