Mumbai University’s decision to open a centre to study Avestan and Pahlavi is as important for the Parsis as it for the rest of the communities Article By Kurush Dalal | Hindustan Times Ashem vohu vahistem asti ushta asti ushta ahmai yad ashai vahistai ashem. These words by the prophet Zoroaster were sung over 3,500… Continue reading A language for all ages: A dive into the language of Zoroastrians shows our connected roots
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Mumbai University To Launch Avesta Pahlavi Study Centre; Focus on Preserving, Promoting Parsi-Zoroastrian Culture
The university has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Minority Affairs to start this special study centre in the university. Article by Dhairya Gajara | Free Press Journal Students at the University of Mumbai will be able to study Parsi Zoroastrian culture from the upcoming academic year as the university plans to… Continue reading Mumbai University To Launch Avesta Pahlavi Study Centre; Focus on Preserving, Promoting Parsi-Zoroastrian Culture
A forgotten link of Govadia heritage
Going back to the roots: an emotion in motion A forgotten link of Govadia heritage Article by Adil J. Govadia Our large 3-tiered family haveli (bungalow), built way back in 1887, is located in a small Gujarat hamlet named Nargol, located on the southern tip of Gujarat, approximately 150 kms north from Mumbai, overlooking the… Continue reading A forgotten link of Govadia heritage
Mumbai Samachar, since 1822: Know about India’s oldest continuously published newspaper
Mumbai Samachar had its humble origins in the form of a handwritten weekly publication. Article by Khushboo Ali | Knocksense Mumbai Samachar stands as India’s enduring beacon of information. Embarking on an extraordinary journey that spans over two centuries, this venerable newspaper is not just a historical artefact; it’s a living testament to resilience, adaptability,… Continue reading Mumbai Samachar, since 1822: Know about India’s oldest continuously published newspaper
Malcolm Baug hits a century!
Mumbai’s Malcolm Baug, a Parsi colony, celebrated its centenary this year, with residents praising its serene atmosphere and self-contained amenities. Mumbai: Going past the many tabelas that Jogeshwari west is famous for, one reaches a serene, tree-laden paradise, called the Malcolm Baug – a Parsi colony which feels like a whole new world, especially in… Continue reading Malcolm Baug hits a century!
BJPC Institute: Mumbai’s Parsi heritage school draws admiring glances after restoration
An elegant, historic school building opposite Charni Road railway station has been drawing admiring glances from train commuters after it was recently restored to its former glory. The 132-year-old structure houses the Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Parsee Charitable Institute (BJPCI) and is a landmark Grade II B heritage building. The formal dedication of the restored building will… Continue reading BJPC Institute: Mumbai’s Parsi heritage school draws admiring glances after restoration
Heritage Parsi Bhikha Behram Well In Churchgate Ready To Defy Monsoon Flooding
This fresh-water well, situated adjacent to Cross Maidan, holds significant historical and cultural value for Parsi-Zoroastrians and is a designated landmark on Mumbai’s urban heritage list. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal FPJ The extensive restoration work on the iconic 300-year-old Bhikha Behram well in Churchgate, aimed at preventing flooding during the monsoon season,… Continue reading Heritage Parsi Bhikha Behram Well In Churchgate Ready To Defy Monsoon Flooding
Crumbling homes, vanished people—Gujarat Parsis stare at their roots turning into ghost towns
Udvada and Navsari towns in Gujarat were once home to a thriving Parsi community that is now rallying to increase its numbers, archive its history, safeguard its memories, and restore its records. Article by Shubhangi Misra | The PRINT The once famous Great Majestic Hotel, surrounded by coconut trees, lies abandoned | Photo: Manisha Mondal/ThePrint… Continue reading Crumbling homes, vanished people—Gujarat Parsis stare at their roots turning into ghost towns
Pakistan: What happened to Zoroastrians in Karachi?
Karachi was once home to thousands of Parsis, followers of Zoroaster (Zarathustra), the spiritual founder of Zoroastrianism. Some of them still live in the city, but the future for their community seems grim. Article by Mohammad Salman | DW The history of Zoroastrians on the Indian subcontinent spans for well over a millennium Image: Mohammad… Continue reading Pakistan: What happened to Zoroastrians in Karachi?
