CBI President Lord Karan Bilimoria will underscore the need for technology development to be truly representative of society if it is to deliver tangible benefits for ethnic communities, at the launch of the new CBI BAME in Tech Group. Lord Bilimoria will say with the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement in America, and… Continue reading Technology creation ‘must reflect our diverse society if its to serve us all’: Lord Karan Bilimoria
Month: September 2020
Video Time Capsule for the Iranshah Initiative
Welcome to The Iranshah Initiative Part 2 of 3: In the words of French Novelist Anatole France…To accomplish great things we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe. In today’s day and age, we face several challenges. One in particular is the sanctity of our history and religion. As… Continue reading Video Time Capsule for the Iranshah Initiative
Marzy Parakh In Conversation with HrishiKay | Live To Give
Marzy Parakh with Hrishikay speaking about the burning desire to give back to society, identifying needy individuals & helping them by contributing time or money plus case studies from his not for profit ‘Live To Give India’ Marzy Parakh from Live To Give India with me. For one so young he understands the importance of… Continue reading Marzy Parakh In Conversation with HrishiKay | Live To Give
Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman has been appointed as the Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee.
The Central Authority nominated Justice Nariman, with immediate effect in the wake of retirement of Justice Arun Mishra, who held the post of chairman since November, last year. As per Section 3A of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, it is the Central Authority which has to constitute a Committee to be called the Supreme… Continue reading Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman has been appointed as the Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee.
Parsi Embroidery: A Heritage Of Humanity
With fewer than 55,000 individuals in India, Parsi Zoroastrians have carved a niche for themselves in the country. From leading industrialists like Ratan Tata and Godrej to an army of talented Bollywood actors, prodigal Parsis are an asset to India’s culture and economy. Article by Dr. Shernaz Cama | Edited by Jyoti Boken | Socio… Continue reading Parsi Embroidery: A Heritage Of Humanity
29th Year of Muktad Celebration in Southern California
Our dear friend Ervad Zarrir Bhandara of Southern California writes in… I sincerely thank you all for your participation in the solemn Muktad ceremony thus making our efforts more worthwhile, and for giving me the opportunity to advance spiritually by satisfying your spiritual needs for the 29th Muktad ceremony in Southern California, and the fourth… Continue reading 29th Year of Muktad Celebration in Southern California
Bombay HC allows Parsis to pray for their dead on Farvardin Roj with restrictions
In a limited relief to members of the Bombay Parsi Panchayat (BPP), the Bombay high court has permitted them to hold prayer meetings at the Doongerwadi Tower of Silence at Kemps Corner on September 3 from 7 am to 4.30 pm on the occasion of Farvardin Roj. Article by K. A. Y Dodhiya | Hindustan… Continue reading Bombay HC allows Parsis to pray for their dead on Farvardin Roj with restrictions
Naoroji Rustomji Manek: This Surat Man Sued East India Co. & Won
He was the first Zoroastrian to sail to England from India; not to mention the first Indian who sued the British and won! He sailed back in victory with his cause vindicated and putting his entrepreneur skills upfront, he was received with great respect. Article by Ashleshaa Khurana Naoroji Rustomji Manek Seth (1662-1732) was the… Continue reading Naoroji Rustomji Manek: This Surat Man Sued East India Co. & Won
High Court Tells Maharashtra Govt to Consider Parsi Petition for Farvardegan Prayers at Doongarwadi
Observing that both sides must be reasonable, the Bombay high court on Monday directed the Maharashtra government to consider a representation by the Bombay Parsi Punchayet to allow community members to hold the annual Farvardegan prayers for the dead on September 3 at Doongerwadi at Malabar Hill in Mumbai. Article by Rosy Sequeira | Times… Continue reading High Court Tells Maharashtra Govt to Consider Parsi Petition for Farvardegan Prayers at Doongarwadi
