Mumbai, August 26, 2025 – When Burzin Engineer crossed the finish line at the IRONMAN Tallinn triathlon, his words carried both relief and triumph:“Today’s accomplishment is not just mine, but for every Indian. After 18 months of crazy training and struggle, to...
Havovi Cooper: From Karachi Roots to Emmy Winner
A commemorated path from Karachi to prime-time recognition, Havovi Cooper—daughter of Dosi and Zubin Cooper—is capturing global headlines. The former Karachiite and a graduate of Southwest Minnesota State University with a Master’s from Columbia University’s Graduate...
Bombay Parsi Punchayet Denies Rumours Of Development At Doongarwadi
In a statement in response to rumours and allegations that construction and earth-moving equipment was seen at the cemetery, the seven trustees of Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP), the apex body of the community, which also administers the cemetery, said that the...
Mumbai’s Parsi Gate To Be Restored At 75m From Original Location
Here’s Why It Is So Sacred For ParsisIf you’ve been to Marine Drive before it was arrested by the development of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, you must have noticed two brown pillars standing there. This structure is the Parsi Gate which was one of the casualties...
Malcolm Baug Parsi Housing Colony: A Century of Tranquility Amidst Mumbai’s Hustle and Bustle
Later this month, the colony will hold its centennial celebrations.Mumbai: As you exit the traffic-clogged S V Road near Jogeshwari railway station and enter the metal arches of the Malcolm Baug Parsi housing colony, you leave the noise and busyness of the city...
Parsis celebrate Silver jubilee function of ‘Ushta-Te Foundation’ in a grand way in Ahmedabad
The fourth of November went down as a memorable day for the Parsi families of Ahmedabad. On the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of the NGO ‘Ushta-Te Foundation’ a grand function was organised at the Zorastrian Hall, Kankaria in Ahmedabad on Saturday.Brig....
Ba Humata November 2023 Lecture Series
Theme: IN LIFE THE CHOICES ARE NONE, WHEN YOU ARE PART OF THE ONE With reference to Yasna 30.3 & 48.4 and other Zarathushti PrayersSunday, 05 November 2023Speakers:Ervad Kaivan Antia (Australia)Ervad Fezan Antia (Australia)Parinaaz Bavaadam (Singapore)Dr. Bahram...
Navjote ceremony of child of Hindu father and Parsi mother in Nagpur challenge community norms
The announcement of a Navjote ceremony of a child born to Hindu father and Parsi mother in Nagpur, has sparked a heated debate within the Parsi community. The ceremony is scheduled for November 14.The Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP), the apex body representing the...
More than a designer, I see myself as a keeper of stories,’ says Ashdeen Lilaowala on completing a decade
Ashdeen's latest collection is called 'The Birth of Venus'Article by Surbhi Shah | New Indian ExprssDesigner Ashdeen Lilaowala recently celebrated a milestone of 10 years as a Parsi Gara revivalist. We talk to Ashdeen about his journey in the fashion industry, his...

