Throughout recorded history, Persians have been keen on the idea and importance of a calendar. The first fully preserved calendar belongs to the Achaemenid period. In fact, ancient Persians were among the earliest cultures to use a solar calendar, instead of a lunar calendar. The sun, after all, was a religious and divine symbol of […]
“Before we lose the word That bids new worlds to birth, Need must we loosen first the sword Of Justice upon earth!” -Rudyard Kipling Law As Protector For All: Laws are essentially rules and regulations that bind all people in a country or community. Laws protect general safety and ensure rights of all citizens. However, […]
Pallonji Shapoorji Mistry, the 93-year-old patriarch of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group of Companies, passed away peacefully in his sleep, at his residence in South Mumbai, on 27th June, 2022. A traditional funeral service was held on 29th June at the Doongerwadi (Mumbai), with complete National and State honours. Established over a hundred and fifty years […]
Monsoon 2022 finally seems to have arrived bringing relief from the sweltering heat of the Indian summer. In our opinion, monsoon is magical and mood enhancing. We agree that in cities like Mumbai, heavy rains along with high tide can cause flooding, disrupt traffic and even bring trains to a grinding halt. But this happens […]
“A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” — Billy Graham ‘Father’s Day’, celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June, will be observed this year on 19th June, 2022. History: Did you know that ‘Father’s Day’ was conceptualised in the […]
The Holy month of Bahman (Pahlavi Wahman) is here. In Avesta, Bahman is referred to as Vohu (good) Mana (mind), similar to Sanskrit Vásu Mánas. It is through Vohu Mana that wisdom can be acquired. Hence, in this Holy month of Bahman let’s celebrate the spirit or essence of Wisdom. Wisdom is our true wealth in […]
Of the five sitting trustees of the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP), I was the only trustee who decided not to recontest, despite being eligible for one final term of office at BPP for five years. It is a decision that I do not regret. Almost thirty-five years ago my mentor, Late Russi M Lala (well-known […]
Well known author and journalist Christopher Hitchens once said, “The only people truly bound by campaign promises are the voters who believe them.” This is indeed a profound truth. Universally and not just within our community, smooth and sweet-talking politicians make tall promises leaving voters feeling short changed post elections. Right now, some candidates have […]
As the date for electing seven trustees of the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP) draws near, we urge all Parsis eligible to vote, to come out in strength, on Sunday, 29th May, 2022, to cast their precious vote, exercising due diligence. Don’t just vote for someone who seems good in print and social media. Vote for […]
In the Zoroastrian calendar of twelve months the Mah or month of Dae is considered most holy because it is dedicated to the Supreme Amesha Spenta (Bounteous Immortal), Dadaar Hormazd (Dae Dadaar) – The Creator. It is also the month for thanksgiving to the Creator with performance of Jashan ceremonies either at home, at the […]
Parsi Times is turning eleven, which is a very auspicious number in our Parsi and Indian tradition. In olden days, a gift envelope of Rupees eleven was considered most appropriate and auspicious. Eleven continues to be regarded as auspicious. In numerology, the number eleven is regarded as a master number representing spiritual growth. Number eleven […]