Khajeh Mountain Complex, the biggest model of unbaked mud architecture remaining in Sistan area, is one of the most remarkable relics of the Parthian, Sassanid and Islamic eras. It is the only natural height left behind in Sistan area, where a palace, fire temple, pilgrimage center called Khajeh Mehdi and graveyard reminiscent of the past… Continue reading Khajeh mountain, biggest unbaked mud architecture of Parthian era
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Bavarian Rhapsody
Zubin Mehta will enthrall audiences in New Delhi and Chennai next monthNitya Rao New Delhi, November 2: Classical music connoisseurs in the Capital are in for a special treat this winter. The word is out that the Parsi musical maestro Zubin Mehta will wield his magical baton while conducting the Bavarian State Orchestra in Delhi… Continue reading Bavarian Rhapsody
Editor of Parsi weekly in trouble over bounced cheques
Afternoon Dispatch & Courier – Bombay,India Says creditor wants to extract more money than is due to him.. The Metropolitan Magistrate at the Ballard Pier Court, after hearing the bounced cheques’ case, was convinced enough to award one month simple imprisonment to Rusi Adi Dhondy, Editor, Jam-E-Jamshed, a Parsi weekly. The Magistrate M.B.Datye, further ordered… Continue reading Editor of Parsi weekly in trouble over bounced cheques
Tata’s: A gem among corporates
In today’s world of cut-throat competition, corporate ruthlessness, global economy and free markets, it is heartening to note that there are still a few companies which value “corporate social responsibility” is valued above the bottom line. Having been a fan of the Tata Group, this article in this week’s Newsweek makes great reading. “A new… Continue reading Tata’s: A gem among corporates
Bapsi & Fali S. Nariman celebrate 50th wedding anniversary
‘I taught him to dance, he taught me to drive’ Delhi Newsline – Delhi,India … ”Since the Parsi calender moves back one day every year, we celebrate our wedding on October 8 and October 21 every year,” says Bapsi Nariman. … Read entire article at Indian Express
Guinness Record for letter writing
In this day and age of fast communication via email, blogging, et al, it seems there are still some people who do it the tried and trusted old fashioned way. Behram Dastur is one such person. The Indian Express informs us that “Chief executive of Bombay Parsi Punchayet sets world record for writing maximum number… Continue reading Guinness Record for letter writing
Parsi creates world record
Guinness record for 70-year-old letter writer … World Records. A few months back, the chief executive of Bombay Parsi Punchayet had no idea he was even eligible. ”Last year … Read on at Mumbai Newsline – Mumbai,India
