On 24th December, 2022, the Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat held a memorial function, a Jahsan and Gambhar, in honour and celebration of the life and times of Mr. Areez Khambatta – prominent industrialist, philanthropist, ex-Chairman of WAPIZ, and Ex-President of the Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat, most popularly and fondly remembered as the founder of ‘Rasna’ (the world-famous […]
11-year-old Cyrus Rustom Vajifdar, resident of Cusrow Baug (Mumbai), was ordained Navar on 31st December, 2022, at the Sethna Agyari (Tardeo) under the guidance of Er. Khushravi Darayus Palia. The son of proud parents, Khursheed and Rustom Vajifdar and grandson of Nazneen and Khurshed Vajifdar and Neville and (late) Bapsy Mistry, Cyrus’ ordainment (done between […]
The Dadar Athornan Institute (DAI) celebrated its Annual Day at its Mancherji Joshi Hall, on 17th December, 2022, after three years due to Covid. Dasturji Khurshed Dastur, President of the Athornan Mandal, presided alongside Chief Guest, eminent physician Dr. Beheram J. Bunshah, who was accompanied by wife Dinmeher, daughter Zenobia and granddaughter Zoe. Also present […]
On 26th December, 2022, the Scottish Freemasons presented medical equipment to the Geriatric and Paediatric Wards of Sir J J Hospital through its Benevolent Committee and Ladies Wing. On the occasion, the Dean of the Hospital, Dr. Pallavi Saple expressed gratitude for the donation and hoped this kind assistance would continue in the future too. […]
On 25th December, 2022, the Asha Vahishta Dadgah Saheb in Pune celebrated its 5th salgreh of enthronement of the holy fire. A Maachi was offered to the Dadgah Saheb in the Havan Geh. A thanksgiving Jashan was performed by six Mobeds, followed by a Humbandagi with the gathered devotees. Post the Jashan, the devotees partook […]
Those who wish to spark an interest and pride in their children about Zarthoshti history are invited to participate with their kids in the ‘Enduring Faith’ event on 8th January, 2023. A session curated for youngsters from 7 to 20 years of age has been arranged in association with YZS (Young Zoroastrian Society) for cubs, […]
On 20th December, 2022, 11-year-old US-resident, Kyan Arzan Lali, completed his Navar ceremony and proudly entered his first stage of Zoroastrian priesthood at Mumbai’s Vatcha Gandhi Agiary. The Yazashne ceremony was performed in remembrance of Kyan’s great-grandmother Late Najamai Kaikhushroo Lali by Er. Khushroo Kanga and Er. Karl Sidhwa, as also under the able guidance of […]
On 15th December, 2022, 48-year-old recreational triathlete and passionate cyclist – Kaizad Kumana, successfully undertook a solo cycle ride from his residence in Malad (Mumbai) to the Iranshah Atash Behram in Udwada (Gujarat), and back home, the next day. His aim was to promote non-motorized travel and of course, to pay his respects to the […]
The Dadar Parsee Youths Assembly (DPYA) High School has indeed much to celebrate in terms of its achievements in the academic year – 2022-2023! In September 2022, DPYA participated in ‘Showcase’, an inter-school competition organized by the Bai Ruttonbai Panday Girls’ High School, commemorating its quasquicentennial anniversary (125 years). Alongside students from schools all across […]
Just a couple of weeks ago, on 17th December, Parsi Times shared the excellent achievements of the dynamic father-son duo – 52-year-old Jehangir Randeria and 23-year-old Kaiwan Randeria – in the field of bodybuilding, where they won gold medals and made history by also winning the overall titles, at the ‘Mumbai Shree Bodybuilding Competition’, organised […]
Adille Sumariwalla, President – Athletics Federation of India and interm President – Indian Olympic Association, was conferred an honorary Doctorate by Jagran Lakecity University (JLU, Bhopal) on 17th December, 2022. Dr. Adille Sumariwalla shared the news on his social media posts: “Humbled to be conferred Honorary Doctorate today by @jlubhopal alongside Former Chief Justice of […]