Dear Friends, Happy to inform you that your BPP Board Of Trustees were invited on ‘Khordadsal’ – August 21 to personally visit Delhi and discuss concerns on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in a consultative process set up by the 22nd Law Commission Of India with their Hon’ble Chairman – Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi (Retd.)… Continue reading BPP Trustees Petition Law Commission on UCC Concerns
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Explore the 113-year-old Parsi Fire Temple in Royapuram
Not many have the privilege of stepping into the Parsi fire temple. This Madras Day, we meet members of Chennai’s Parsi community at the recently renovated Jal Phiroj Clubwala Dar-e-meher, and the graceful red brick Parsi Anjuman Baug Dharamshala Article by Shonali Muthalaly | The Hindu A prayer meeting inside the Parsi fire temple. |… Continue reading Explore the 113-year-old Parsi Fire Temple in Royapuram
Jarring Notes On A Stellar Evening: What Would Zubin Mehta Have Said?
The LA based conductor is in Mumbai headlining two sold-out shows conducting the Symphony Orchestra of India (SOI). The inaugural concert took place on August 19th. Article by Sarosh Bana Zubin Mehta conducting at the NCPA | Twitter Unable to get tickets for Zubin Mehta’s programme at the Jamshed Bhabha theatre at the NCPA on… Continue reading Jarring Notes On A Stellar Evening: What Would Zubin Mehta Have Said?
Zubin Mehta in conversation with Karan Thapar: Yeh Hai Bombay, Meri Jaan
Veteran journalist Karan Thapar speaks with Maestro Zubin Mehta on his recent visit to Mumbai, to conduct the SOI at NCPA this past weekend.
Times of India Removed Quote on Wanting Peace for Indian Muslims From Interview: Zubin Mehta
“One has to get over this madness of religious persecution. Hopefully things will change,” Mehta said. Renowned music conductor Zubin Mehta has alleged that The Times of India removed just one line from an interview he recently gave to the newspaper – in which he said that he wishes Muslims in India are able to… Continue reading Times of India Removed Quote on Wanting Peace for Indian Muslims From Interview: Zubin Mehta
The Parsi Theatre’ is an important addition to the sparse information available on the matter
Somnath Gupt’s book is an immensely readable account of the history and development of the Parsi theatre and its influences on early Hindi cinema. Actor Sohrab Modi (left) and playwright Agha Hashr Kashmiri (right). | Public domain. The history of Indian theatre and Hindi films invariably invites discussion of the Parsi theatre. Many established elements… Continue reading The Parsi Theatre’ is an important addition to the sparse information available on the matter
Parsi Gara Work Takes Center Stage With This Exciting New Collaboration
Persian excellence takes centre stage as Ashdeen and Good Earth come together for a one-of-a-kind limited-edition capsule collection that takes inspiration from Persia’s famous seven-coloured decorative tiles. Known for his ground-breaking work in reviving Parsi Gara work and giving his cultural heritage a public platform through his self-titled label, Ashdeen’s new collaboration with Good Earth… Continue reading Parsi Gara Work Takes Center Stage With This Exciting New Collaboration
Parsi New Year celebrations illuminate Nagpur with joy and traditions
The vibrant Parsi community in Nagpur, along with their fellow community members across India, celebrated Parsi New Year, also known as Navroz or Nowruz, on Wednesday, August 16. This festive occasion holds immense cultural and spiritual significance as it marks the commencement of the Zoroastrian calendar. The celebration brought families and friends together in a… Continue reading Parsi New Year celebrations illuminate Nagpur with joy and traditions
Koolar & Co. : Matunga’s hidden gem: Parsi cafe weaves tales of history, cinema and Irani flavours
Nestled within the heart of Matunga, Koolar & Co stands as a living testimony of history. The cafe’s deep-rooted bond with the silver screen, the essence of Parsi culinary heritage, and the narrative of Irani migration are interwoven seamlessly, embodying a rich and captivating heritage. Koolar & Co. in Matunga (East) is an Irani restaurant… Continue reading Koolar & Co. : Matunga’s hidden gem: Parsi cafe weaves tales of history, cinema and Irani flavours
