The Creator of Rasna, Legendary industrialist and philanthropist – Shri Areez Pirojshaw Khambatta Passes Away With profound sorrow and grief, we announce the sad passing away, on 19th November 2022, to the heavenly abode of the Founder and Chairman of Rasna Group, Chairman of Areez Khambatta Benevolent Trust and Rasna Foundation, Shri Areez Pirojshaw Khambatta.… Continue reading Areez Pirojshaw Khambatta Passes Away
Month: November 2022
Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates 6th Anniversary of its Atash Kadeh
ZAC Celebrated the 6th Salgreh of their Atashkadeh with Blessings and Messages from 3 Vada Dasturs The 6th Salgreh of the Zoroastrian Association of California‘s Atash Kadeh was celebrated with great religious fervor and Parsi gusto on November 12th. The celebration started a week ago by deep cleaning the premises. On the day of… Continue reading Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates 6th Anniversary of its Atash Kadeh
Peril at the Exposition by Nev March: Book Review
Captain Jim Agnihotri and his new bride, Diana Framji, return in Nev March’s Peril at the Exposition, the follow up to March’s award-winning, Edgar finalist debut, Murder in Old Bombay. 1893: Newlyweds Captain Jim Agnihotri and Diana Framji are settling into their new home in Boston, Massachusetts, having fled the strict social rules of British… Continue reading Peril at the Exposition by Nev March: Book Review
Bazaar with a Parsi flavour on Saturday in Bangalore
The Bengaluru chapter of the World Zarathushti Chamber Of Commerce (WZCC) is hosting a ‘Winter Bazaar’ on Saturday. Article on Deccan Herald The organisation was created for networking, enhancing trade, and rejuvenating the Zorastrian (or Zarathushti) entrepreneurial spirit. It is chaired by Cyrus Bharucha and has members from various fields. The bazaar will bring a… Continue reading Bazaar with a Parsi flavour on Saturday in Bangalore
Feasting marks Parsi Sanjan Day 2022
There was particular excitement in the community as many got to go to Sanjan and visit the the Stambh [memorial] after the COVID-induced break of two years. Members of Parsi community attending a programme at Sanjan | FPJ On Tuesday, over 700 members of the Parsi community gathered at the Sanjan Sthamb (memorial) in Sanjan… Continue reading Feasting marks Parsi Sanjan Day 2022
Bun maska and berry pulao: The history of Mumbai’s Irani cafes
Mumbai’s Irani cafés are an iconic part of the city’s social fabric, but over time, they have rapidly decreased in number. An homage to days of old, these cafés represent all that is cosmopolitan about Mumbai, carrying forward a centuries long tradition of inclusivity, simplicity and indulgence. Written by Mira Patel Indian Express While there… Continue reading Bun maska and berry pulao: The history of Mumbai’s Irani cafes
Rustomjee: A rising Mumbai developer hits the stock market
Before the end of November 2022, the real estate company would list on India’s stock exchanges at a market value of Rs. 5,600 crore Over a decade ago three builders were slugging it out for a large parcel of land close to the business hub of Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai. Article by Vishal Bhargava… Continue reading Rustomjee: A rising Mumbai developer hits the stock market
