The Show Must Go On is an award-winning documentary that chronicles the creation of the successful and hilarious Parsi revue, ‘Laughter In The House’. After decades of dormancy, the ageing icons of Parsi Theatre return to the stage, putting aside their walking sticks and wheelchairs for one final curtain. Plunging into rehearsals, this documentary chronicles […]
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Calling all our readers to caption this picture! Winning Caption and Winner’s Name Will Be Published Next Week. Send in your captions at editor@parsi-times.com by 1st February 2023. WINNER: Salman: You think you can win a Panja with Bajrangi Bhai jaan? Sharukh: Forget just the Panja, I’ll beat you in Kushti – I’m a Pathan! […]
Much Parsi Pride On Republic Day! Dear Readers, India’s 74th Republic Day was indeed a moment of great celebration for our country, with an added sense of pride for our community, as some of our stalwarts were recognised and honoured for their bravery and dedication to our great nation. The Parsi presence, which shone brightly […]
India’s leading racing champ and the pride of our community – 24-year-old Jehan Daruvala, from Dadar, Mumbai, will race for reigning Formula 2 champions – ‘MP Motorsport’ of Netherlands, as he returns to the Formula One feeder series in 2023. An established front-runner in the category, Jehan will drive alongside Norwegian Dennis Hauger, his Prema […]
Dear friends, I have a question for you – Do you have a healthy gut? If your answer is, “I guess,” or “I don’t know,” or “I’m not sure,” you’re not alone! It’s challenging to know what’s ‘normal’ for everyone or if there’s an issue that needs to be discussed or shared. The good news […]
Karachi-based prominent business personality, sportsperson and philanthropist, Byram Dinshawji Avari, passed away in a hospital in Karachi, on 22nd January, 2023, at the age of 81, after a prolonged illness. His funeral prayers were held the next day at Khorshed Villa, inside the compound of Beach Luxury Hotel. He is survived by his wife, Goshpi and […]
A few days ago, I met a friend who argued that prayers and rituals are not in accord with the spirit of the Gatha or the message of Zarathushtra. His emphasis was only on wisdom, rational thinking and the simplistic notion of good thoughts, good words and good deeds. I concurred with him that the […]
Parsi Times is delighted to share Republic Day honours in the form of the Padma Shri – one of the nation’s highest civilian honours – bestowed upon two of our exemplary community members; An island named after a Param Vir Chakra (PVC) Awardee; and an Indian Army brave-heart conferred the prestigious Ati Vishisht Seva Medal. […]