The inaugural function of the newly renovated Hodiwalla Bungli at Dongerwadi was held on 27th December, 2023. Seeing that the dilapidated Bungli was in urgent need of repairs, the community’s much respected couple – Arin and Percy Master decided to contribute towards its renovation. Speaking of what inspired him to take on this noble task, […]
On the 21st March, 2023, our holy Agiaries and Atash Behrams will be resplendently decorated, redolent with torans, as community members will step in to pay their respects to our sacred Atash Padshah, seeking blessings for Jamshedi Navroz. Some, especially those belonging to the Irani faith, will set up the Navroz Haft Seen table, and […]
Today, 13th August, 2022, marks the Remembrance Day or Death Anniversary of Indian brave-heart – nationalist, political activist, and advocate for women’s rights – Madam Bhikaiji Rustom Cama (September 24, 1861 – August 13, 1936). Marking 75 years of Indian Independence, 2022 is a landmark year in our nation’s history. In commemoration, the government has […]
-Directed by Dr. Sooni Taraporevala, Featuring Jim Sarbh – Revered greatly and considered a legend in the medical field, Dr. Dr. Farokh E. Udwadia dons many hats which reinforce his brilliant talents. An author and now playwright, Dr. Udwadia’s latest stroke of brilliance will be presented by the NCPA as a play (stage-reading) that he […]
The Alexandra Girl’s English Institution was a hub of activity on the morning of 22nd May, 2022. Excited Zoroastrian students from across Mumbai and outside, impatiently awaited HPY’s inaugural event in the school’s auditorium. Of HPY 2022’s 128 participants (67 girls and 61 boys), 98 are from Mumbai and the rest from Ahmedabad, Goa, Pune, […]
Freya (10) and Delzin (6) Naterwalla (School students): We hated the lockdown! Attending school online and being stuck at home for months was very disturbing! Watching TV and indoor games became boring, though we had each other to play with. Our parents taught us how to make the most of what we have and to […]
The offices of Mulla & Mulla & Craigie Blunt & Caroe were the apt location for respected members of the community to meet with Kersi Kaikhushroo Deboo – Member of the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) representing the Parsi/Irani Zoroastrian community in India, to discuss issues that were of prime concern to the community. Eminent […]
The Global Tipping Point Summit (GTPS) is the brainchild of the highly innovative, internationally eminent educator, literary critic and author, Dr. Coomi S. Vevaina. While many would be content with one doctorate, she has two Ph.D. degrees – one in Literature and the other in Education. She is the Founder Director of the Centre for […]
Most of us learnt cycling as children. Some consider it an essential life skill that stands us in good stead for the future. As Parsis, certainly that sense of balance is important when our young boys make the imminent transition from bicycles to the omnipresent motorcycle! But for some, like Jasmin Arethna and her sister […]
Parsi Times Promotes Parsi Entrepreneurs (1) ‘Spice Delight’ by Avan Pollard and Shahnawaz Sasoori: When her husband, who ran an Uber service found himself grounded due to the lockdown, Avan Pollard decided to draw on her roots and get into the business of Organic, Natural spices, Pickles, Ready-to-cook Pastes and much more. Incidentally, her father […]
Hutoxi Doodhwalla, Rustom Baug resident and Trustee of Ahura Support: Parsi Times has been delivered to our home every Saturday and I really look forward to it. I appreciate the variety of articles published and I find it’s the perfect mixed bag of news and features that make for a very interesting read. The Community […]