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Contribution of the Parsi Community in Framing and Defending the Constitution of India

“India’s Constitutional Odyssey: 75 Years of Evolution and Global Reach” is a distinguished compilation of essays authored by eminent judges, lawyers, and jurists from across the world. The book commemorates 75 years of the Constitution of India, reflecting on how this foundational document has evolved since its adoption on 26th January 1950. The volume is enriched by a foreword from

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Bai Motlibai Wadia (1811–1897) The Forgotten Hero of the Parsi community.

A philanthropist of immense compassion and vision, she devoted her life and wealth to the welfare of the people of India, quietly leaving behind a legacy of generosity and social service. Born on 30th October 1811, Motlibai was the only daughter of Jehangirji Nusserwanji Wadia and Bai Maneckbai. Her grandfather, Nusserwanji Maneckji Wadia, had established an extensive business network in

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Invitation for Book Proposals 12 June 2026

IHF Modern Iran Series Bloomsbury Academic, is inviting book proposals for a new Open Access, peer reviewed academic book series: IHF Modern Iran Series  The Iran Heritage Foundation (IHF) is supporting successful applicants with Open Access publications  To submit a proposal to the series, please fill in this form and submit it to Rory Gormley (rory.gormley@bloomsbury.com) and Hassan Hakimian (hh2@soas.ac.uk)  This is a

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Petting Her Way into Readers’ Hearts: Ten-Year-Old Binaisha Dastoor Launches Her Fourth Book

What were you doing when you were ten years old? Perhaps playing with friends, finishing homework, or daydreaming about the next school holiday. Ten-year-old Binaisha Dastoor does all that too—but she also writes books. Not one. Not two. Not even three. On 30th May 2026, this young literary star celebrated the publication of her fourth book, Pet My Back, a

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Bheja Fry – A Live Discussion with Mazda Turel

Zoroastrian Medical Association Book Club Proudly Features   An Inaugural Session BHEJA FRY   A Live Discussion With The Author   Dr. Mazda Turel Renowned Neurosurgeon In Mumbai, India   Dr. Mazda Turel is a consultant neurosurgeon at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai, and the book is a warm, witty collection of heartfelt stories from his clinic.   He’ll be in conversation

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A Young Storyteller with a Big Heart – Veyraa Hansotia

At an age when most children are just beginning to explore the world around them, Veyraa Hansotia, a second-grade student of Orchids The International School, Hyderabad, has already taken a remarkable step into the world of literature. Her debut book, Billy & Silly – A Story of Love & Kindness, stands as a beautiful reflection of her creativity, emotional depth,

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N M Wadia and his foundation

“N. M. Wadia and His Foundation: The Next Fifty Years (1959-2009)” chronicles the extraordinary legacy of Nowrojee Maneckjee Wadia (1837-1909), a Parsi Zoroastrian philanthropist who established N. M. Wadia Charities to serve the weaker sections of society without distinction of caste, creed, or religion. Born to a prominent Parsi merchant family with strong mercantile traditions, Wadia became a respected figure

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Adi Marzban – A gentle genius

Adi Marzban – A gentle genius – by Hormazdyar Shahpurshah Dalal “…. I am happy to write about Adi’s life and work. The task was not easy, since Adi was close to me. And also because he was a silent man who did not talk about himself….. ” Read this interesting account of the history, foundation and growth of Jame

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