I don’t think I’m alone in having an ambivalent attitude toward religion. My ambivalence is captured perfectly in an International Baccalaureate examination question titled: “Is organized religion a force for good or evil in the world?” The answer, of course, is both, although your essay would need to be a little more expansive in order… Continue reading A Parsi ceremony in Hong Kong delivers a universal message
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Harking back: As Parsis dwindle in Pakistan, will we ever have a better balance?
The telephone rang early in the morning. At the other end was a very old school days friend who was in a Karachi hospital. “I have a high fever and the doctors say its Covid”. A few hours later he was no more. Everyone who knew Adi Cowasjee admired his friendly disposition. He was kind… Continue reading Harking back: As Parsis dwindle in Pakistan, will we ever have a better balance?
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
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
Relationships: Finding Balance In A Digital Age
Our dear friend and contributor Havovi Govadia gives us something to think about… Some old photographs landed in my WA messages. My Sister-in-law wrote that she couldn’t recognize some faces so would I be kind enough to enlighten her? I labeled the old long forgotten familiar faces and sent them back to her. This simple… Continue reading Relationships: Finding Balance In A Digital Age
Parsis in Mumbai fight existential decline in aspirants to priesthood
In a leafy neighborhood of central Mumbai, classic “Parsi-style” bungalows with their deep porches and balconies adorn the streets, a historic Parsi school has been recently renovated and at the Dadar Athornan Institute, 14 students dressed in T-shirts and skullcaps are immersed in learning the sacred scriptures and rituals of the Zoroastrian faith. Article by… Continue reading Parsis in Mumbai fight existential decline in aspirants to priesthood
Nawaz Merchant: Removing racial biases necessary for harmony in society
Our dear friend and award-winning author Nawaz Merchant writes… Until 1968 black families were systematically discriminated against in housing (a process called redlining), which led to economic and education gaps. Those yawning gaps of past decades erupt in racial conflict in cities like Minneapolis. Our evening walk in Island Heights, New Jersey took an intriguing… Continue reading Nawaz Merchant: Removing racial biases necessary for harmony in society
