Among the plans are a project to do up the compound, a small museum, a photo gallery, an arch, and a new drinking water fountain for the public who may want to drink the spring water from the well. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal As one of Mumbai’s oldest landmarks, the Bhikha… Continue reading Churchgate’s Bhikha Behram Well Gears Up For 300th Birthday With Revamp Plans
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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
At a Time When the Battles of India’s Future Will Be Fought in its Courts, We Will Miss Fali Nariman
He was a liberal in the constitutional sense of the word, defending the fundamental rights of citizens against an overbearing state. Fali Nariman (1929-2024). Photo: X/@RahulGandhi Article by Indrani Jaising | The Wire Fali Nariman is no more and the legal profession will never be the same again. While there is no need to fear… Continue reading At a Time When the Battles of India’s Future Will Be Fought in its Courts, We Will Miss Fali Nariman
Aapro Fali: The Parsi Community’s Pride and Constitutional Authority With a Twinkle in His
“Aapro Fali”, the Parsi Community’s Pride and the Constitutional Authority With a Twinkle in His Eye Fali Nariman always had time for good causes, even for reporters looking for free advice. Fali Nariman (1929-2024). Photo: X/@RahulGandhi Article by Bachi Karkaria | The Wire We Parsis love to lay personal claim to our greats. Even all… Continue reading Aapro Fali: The Parsi Community’s Pride and Constitutional Authority With a Twinkle in His
Fali S. Nariman: A life dedicated to the Constitution’s promise
Fali S. Nariman (1929-2024): A life dedicated to the Constitution’s promise From defending business giants to championing human rights, Nariman shaped India’s legal landscape, inspiring generations to fight for a just society. Article by Indira Jaising | Frontline Fali S Nariman was instrumental in shaping legal landscape post Independence and was a part of landmark… Continue reading Fali S. Nariman: A life dedicated to the Constitution’s promise
Lawyers, judges turn out in large numbers to bid farewell to Fali Nariman
An institution in himself: Lawyers, judges turn out in large numbers to bid farewell to Fali Nariman Nariman was laid to rest at around 11:24 AM, near his friend, colleague and another stalwart from the legal fraternity, Soli Sorabjee. Fali S Nariman’s last rites being performed at the Parsi Cemetery in Central Delhi Bar and… Continue reading Lawyers, judges turn out in large numbers to bid farewell to Fali Nariman
Indian law, after Fali S Nariman
Indira Jaising writes: Indian law, after Fali S Nariman The thinking of generations of lawyers has been shaped by the cases Fali Nariman argued Written by Indira Jaising | Indian Express Fali Nariman belonged to a group of illustrious men (notice, no woman in his generation) from the High Court of Bombay, who held high… Continue reading Indian law, after Fali S Nariman
Khurshed Batliwala: Meet IIT Bombay graduate who left high paying job to become a monk
Education Meet IIT Bombay graduate who left high paying job to become a monk due to… Khurshed Batliwala completed his studies at IIT Bombay but rather than teach people math, he decided, more than 20 years ago, to help people teach meditation and find happiness. Article by Riddhima Kanetkar | DNA India Every year, many… Continue reading Khurshed Batliwala: Meet IIT Bombay graduate who left high paying job to become a monk
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman Passes Away
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman passed away. He was aged 95 years. The veteran jurist was awarded the Padma Bhushan in January 1991 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2007. A distinguished constitutional lawyer, Fali S Nariman has argued several landmark cases, including the famous NJAC verdict. He also appeared in the important… Continue reading Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman Passes Away
