At Parsi Khabar we are saddened to hear about the passing away of Darius Forbes. Our condolences to the entire family and his friends and loved ones. Here is an 2011 article on Darius Forbes that talks about his work, life and legacy. Darius Forbes, the visionary founder of Forbes Marshall Group, breathed his last… Continue reading Renowned Industrialist and Philanthropist Darius Forbes Passes Away at 97
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Former students pay tribute at the first Rati F. Cooper Memorial lecture: Bridge between India And Pakistan
“The political divide between India and Pakistan may keep getting wider, but because of Cooper Ma’am, the divide among people got narrower… She was the bridge between the two (countries),” summed up Malaysia-based Bharat Avalani, another alumnus. “Give your boy to us and we will make him a man” – late Rati F Cooper used… Continue reading Former students pay tribute at the first Rati F. Cooper Memorial lecture: Bridge between India And Pakistan
Katayun Kapadia featured in Local Voices: Memories, Stories and Portraits
Our dearest friend, mentor and past FEZANA President Katayun Kapadia is featured in“Local Voices: Memories, Stories, and Portraits,”one of two new exhibitions on view at Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton, New Jersey through January 7 Exhibition Website “KATAYUN K. KAPADIA”: This photo on fabric banner by Erica Lee is featured in“Local Voices: Memories, Stories,… Continue reading Katayun Kapadia featured in Local Voices: Memories, Stories and Portraits
Byram D Avari, the Parsis of Karachi, and the future of Pakistan
From the original generation of Pakistanis, Avari was a shrewd businessman and a faithful community leader. But what does the Pakistan he leaves behind look like? There is an air that surrounds the Indian subcontinent’s Parsi com munity. It is the sort of local fascination that the rest of the world could never understand. Found… Continue reading Byram D Avari, the Parsis of Karachi, and the future of Pakistan
Frene Ginwala (1932-2023): The Parsi who left an indelible mark on South Africa’s Constitution
The African National Congress leader became the first democratic speaker in the country’s National Assembly in 1994. Frene Ginwala, feisty feminist, astute political tactician and committed cadre of South Africa’s governing party, the African National Congress, has died at the age of 90. In a country blessed with exceptional leaders, Ginwala must surely count among… Continue reading Frene Ginwala (1932-2023): The Parsi who left an indelible mark on South Africa’s Constitution
Steel Man of India Dr Jamshed J Irani: An ardent lover of sports who promoted games and players in Jamshedpur
Ex-Tata Steel MD was a big supporter of adventure, Everester Bachendri will remain indebted to the great industry man Mail News Service Jamshedpur, November 6: Dr Jamshed. J. Irani was not only an industry man but also an ardent lover of sports who played a key role in chanellising its activities in Jamshedpur. The 86-year-old… Continue reading Steel Man of India Dr Jamshed J Irani: An ardent lover of sports who promoted games and players in Jamshedpur
Human rights campaigner Zerbanoo Gifford elected President of World Zoroastrian Organisation
AN award-winning human rights campaigner who lives in the Forest says it is “a great honour” to have been elected President of a worldwide religious organisation. Article by Jake Chown | The Forester Zerbanoo Gifford, founder of the ASHA education centre in Flaxley, was unanimously elected President of the World Zoroastrian Organisation (WZO) at its… Continue reading Human rights campaigner Zerbanoo Gifford elected President of World Zoroastrian Organisation
Sir Dorabji Tata pioneered many firsts in the concept of modern industrialization
August 27 is Sir Dorabji Tata’s 163rd birth Birth Anniversary. Jamshedpur, Aug 26: Sir Dorabji Tata was the elder son of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata and Hirabai Tata. He was born on August 27, 1859, in Bombay (now Mumbai). Sir Dorabji Tata completed his primary education from Proprietary High School in Bombay. At the age of… Continue reading Sir Dorabji Tata pioneered many firsts in the concept of modern industrialization
Sir Ron Kalifa Knighted in Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee Honours List
We are thrilled to learn that Ron Kalifa has has been Knighted in Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee Honours List for services to the financial services industry. Sir Rohinton Minoo “Ron” Kalifa OBE is a British entrepreneur. He is chairman of Network International, and formerly served as Chief Executive Officer of Worldpay Group for over ten… Continue reading Sir Ron Kalifa Knighted in Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee Honours List
