From Field Marshal Manekshaw to ‘Grand Old Lady’ Bhandari, philanthropic community has had a notable impact on state’s cultural tapestry The residence of Tehmi ‘Bogga’ Bhandari that once hosted the likes of Hollywood stars, political heirs and diplomats. File The Parsi community has had a limited yet conspicuously notable presence in the cultural and historic… Continue reading Only brick & mortar remain to narrate tale of Punjab’s Parsis
Category: Heritage
The Parsi Legacy of Jamshedpur
The Parsi community’s connection with the steel city dates back to its earliest days. Following the establishment of the Tata Steel plant in 1907, the first group of Parsis arrived in Jamshedpur around 1908. As the steel plant took shape, more Parsis migrated to the city, and to this day, they remain an integral part… Continue reading The Parsi Legacy of Jamshedpur
Now reopened, the Parsi Museum in Mumbai offers a compelling insight into Zoroastrianism
Pheroza Godrej, co-curator of the Framji Dadabhoy Alpaiwalla Museum, gives AD a special tour of the Parsi Museum in Mumbai. Recently restored with great discernment, the Framji Dadabhoy Alpaiwalla Museum, better known as the Parsi Museum, in Mumbai offers a glimpse into the heritage of the Parsis of India and Zoroastrians of Iran. Built with… Continue reading Now reopened, the Parsi Museum in Mumbai offers a compelling insight into Zoroastrianism
Luxury Watches & Legacy | Aviva & Hormuz Pundole on 117 Years of C.T. Pundole
CT Pundole & Sons, India’s oldest watch retailer, has marked 117 years of trust, tradition, and expertise. In a city that has changed dramatically over the decades, CT Pundole has remained a consistent benchmark of quality and reliability. Why CT Pundole Stands Out From luxury wristwatches to the largest collection of wall clocks in India,… Continue reading Luxury Watches & Legacy | Aviva & Hormuz Pundole on 117 Years of C.T. Pundole
An Enduring Hero: Remembering Dadabhai Naoroji on His 200th Birth Anniversary
Today September 4th, 2025 is the 200th birth anniversary of one of the greatest Indian’s ever to be born. Our dear friend and mentor Zerbanoo Gifford commemorates the birth and life of Dadabhai Naoroji on this momentous occassion Article By Zerbanoo Gifford A Hero Worthy of Awe I’m often asked who my hero is. I… Continue reading An Enduring Hero: Remembering Dadabhai Naoroji on His 200th Birth Anniversary
How the idea of paradise dates back to the ancient gardens of Persia
Some of the most enduring ancient myths in the Persian world were centred around gardens of almost unimaginable beauty and opulence. The biblical Garden of Eden and the Epic of Gilgamesh’s Garden of the Gods are prominent examples. In these myths, paradise was an opulent garden of tranquillity and abundance. Article by Peter Edwell, The… Continue reading How the idea of paradise dates back to the ancient gardens of Persia
Seth Pestonji Meherji Dar-e-Meher: All you want to know about 178-year-old fire temple in Secunderabad
The Seth Viccaji Meherji and Seth Pestonji Meherji Dar-e-Meher is the oldest Parsi Fire Temple in Secunderabad. It was consecrated on 12th September 1847. It celebrated its 178th anniversary on 30 July 2025. Article By Beyniaz Edulji | NewsMeter The Agiary or Fire Temple compound has residential quarters and commercial shops too. The Trustee, Captain… Continue reading Seth Pestonji Meherji Dar-e-Meher: All you want to know about 178-year-old fire temple in Secunderabad
