Walking into Cowas Jehangir’s office building in the historic part of the city instantly transports you back in time. Old Bombay, in its golden age, would be the best way describe it. A lift of a bygone era slowly takes us up to an office, the walls of which bear portraits and photographs of members… Continue reading Cowas Jehangir On Being The Vanguard Of His Family’s Rich Legacy
Month: March 2024
A new book talks about the rich legacy of Zoroastrian fire temples in Udwada, Gujarat
An excerpt from ‘Iranshah: A Legacy Restored’, by Zarin Amrolia. Article by Zarin Amrolia | Scroll Iranshah Ātash Behram temple in Udwada, Gujarat. | Divya Cowasji. An evening walk through the town gives one an opportunity to stop and greet the mobeds (ordained priests) who have made Udwada their home for many generations. In their… Continue reading A new book talks about the rich legacy of Zoroastrian fire temples in Udwada, Gujarat
Parsi history, humour and food flowed at Bawa Bhonu & Gupshup in Kolkatta
Own the Past brought the Parsi community of Kolkata together to celebrate their legacy, culture and food ahead of Navroz Jaismita Alexander | Telegraph India Noomi Mehta and Cyrus Madan, prominent figures in Kolkata’s Parsi community, regaled the audience with humorous anecdotes All photos by Upama Dutta Who is a Parsi? What is their history?… Continue reading Parsi history, humour and food flowed at Bawa Bhonu & Gupshup in Kolkatta
Fat deposit, low rent: Wealthy Parsis are moving into historic baugs
Bai Jerbai Wadia funded 1500 flats in iconic Parsi Baugs. Wealthy Parsis pay high security deposits for residences. The auctioning process has faced criticism for favoring the affluent over the needy in the community. Article by Nauzer K Bharucha / Mumbai Mirror Cusrow Baug in Colaba is among five Baugs built on over 35 acres… Continue reading Fat deposit, low rent: Wealthy Parsis are moving into historic baugs
Naheed Divecha Wins Badminton Gold Medals at the Indian Masters 2024
Naheed Divecha , representing Maharashtra clinched two gold medals in the Yonex Sunrise 46th Indian Masters National Badminton Championship 2024 held at Panchkula, Chandigarh. Participating in the Nationals since 2013, this is Naheed’s first singles title, but has earlier won 2 previous Mixed doubles titles in 2019, and 2022 and the Women’s Doubles title in… Continue reading Naheed Divecha Wins Badminton Gold Medals at the Indian Masters 2024
Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak 2024
Dear Parsi Khabar Family On the joyous occassion of Jamshedi Navroze we take this opportunity to wish you, your families and loved ones a very healthy, happy, peaceful and prosperous Navroze. We are grateful for your readership over the past two decades and counting. Below is a succinct and clear explanation of when Navroze falls… Continue reading Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak 2024
Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust: Inaugural Newsletter
The inaugural newsletter of the Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) was launched recently. The Mission of GCZT is to offer a platform to the Zoroastrian Community to come together and work together for the wellbeing and prosperity of the Parsi, Irani and Iranian Zoroastrian community worldwide. The 24 page newsletter covers various news events… Continue reading Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust: Inaugural Newsletter
