Veteran journalist Karan Thapar speaks with Maestro Zubin Mehta on his recent visit to Mumbai, to conduct the SOI at NCPA this past weekend.
Month: August 2023
Times of India Removed Quote on Wanting Peace for Indian Muslims From Interview: Zubin Mehta
“One has to get over this madness of religious persecution. Hopefully things will change,” Mehta said. Renowned music conductor Zubin Mehta has alleged that The Times of India removed just one line from an interview he recently gave to the newspaper – in which he said that he wishes Muslims in India are able to… Continue reading Times of India Removed Quote on Wanting Peace for Indian Muslims From Interview: Zubin Mehta
The Parsi Theatre’ is an important addition to the sparse information available on the matter
Somnath Gupt’s book is an immensely readable account of the history and development of the Parsi theatre and its influences on early Hindi cinema. Actor Sohrab Modi (left) and playwright Agha Hashr Kashmiri (right). | Public domain. The history of Indian theatre and Hindi films invariably invites discussion of the Parsi theatre. Many established elements… Continue reading The Parsi Theatre’ is an important addition to the sparse information available on the matter
Parsi Gara Work Takes Center Stage With This Exciting New Collaboration
Persian excellence takes centre stage as Ashdeen and Good Earth come together for a one-of-a-kind limited-edition capsule collection that takes inspiration from Persia’s famous seven-coloured decorative tiles. Known for his ground-breaking work in reviving Parsi Gara work and giving his cultural heritage a public platform through his self-titled label, Ashdeen’s new collaboration with Good Earth… Continue reading Parsi Gara Work Takes Center Stage With This Exciting New Collaboration
Parsi New Year celebrations illuminate Nagpur with joy and traditions
The vibrant Parsi community in Nagpur, along with their fellow community members across India, celebrated Parsi New Year, also known as Navroz or Nowruz, on Wednesday, August 16. This festive occasion holds immense cultural and spiritual significance as it marks the commencement of the Zoroastrian calendar. The celebration brought families and friends together in a… Continue reading Parsi New Year celebrations illuminate Nagpur with joy and traditions
Koolar & Co. : Matunga’s hidden gem: Parsi cafe weaves tales of history, cinema and Irani flavours
Nestled within the heart of Matunga, Koolar & Co stands as a living testimony of history. The cafe’s deep-rooted bond with the silver screen, the essence of Parsi culinary heritage, and the narrative of Irani migration are interwoven seamlessly, embodying a rich and captivating heritage. Koolar & Co. in Matunga (East) is an Irani restaurant… Continue reading Koolar & Co. : Matunga’s hidden gem: Parsi cafe weaves tales of history, cinema and Irani flavours
Mumbai’s Britannia & Co. Restaurant Celebrates 100 Glorious Years
The classic Mumbai Sundays are incomplete without a visit to the iconic Irani cafe located at Ballard Estate, Britannia & Co. Restaurant. Between the bustling city and colonial charm of Mumbai, this restaurant is known for its delicious Parsi food and is one of the busiest places. This year, they have completed 100 years, and… Continue reading Mumbai’s Britannia & Co. Restaurant Celebrates 100 Glorious Years
Parsis are choosing between extinction and purity. It’s not always a pretty choice
The Centre has revamped Jiyo Parsi scheme to arrest the declining population of Indian Parsis. For every 150 Parsis born in a year, there are 600 deaths. SHUBHANGI MISRA Senior citizens playing cards at Cusrow Baug | Shubhangi Misra | ThePrint Text Size: A- A+ Mumbai, Pune, New Delhi: There was something unsettling about Navsari.… Continue reading Parsis are choosing between extinction and purity. It’s not always a pretty choice
Observing Pateti: A Day Of Reflection And Repentance In Parsi Community
Pateti signifies the final day of the Parsi Calendar year before Navroz, the Parsi New Year. “Pateti” originates from the Iranian term “Patet,” signifying repentance. Ashutosh M Shukla Patet Pashemani | Similar to many Parsis, when Hanoz Mistry visits the Fire Temple today, his prayers go beyond the routine, incorporating personal supplications. Alongside his customary… Continue reading Observing Pateti: A Day Of Reflection And Repentance In Parsi Community
