The ‘Kissah–e–Sanjan’ or the ‘Story of Sanjan’ was originally written in Persian at the close of the sixteenth century (1599) by Mobed Bahman Kaikobad, the grandson of Dastur Hormazdyar Sanjana, and the granduncle of Darab Hormuzdyar, the compiler of the well- known collection of Revayets compiled in the seventeenth century in India. Its importance arises […]
– Gratitude for the Bounty and Gifts of Ahura Mazda – Sharing the bounties of Ahura Mazda with gratitude and in harmony with others is essential for keeping one’s soul aligned with Asha (truth, righteous conduct and cosmic order). Gratitude and giving is the essence of the holy month of Dae which commenced on 12th May (Shahenshahi) […]
Offering of fuel or fragrance to fire is a widespread religious practice in many religious traditions across the world. Offering fragrant firewood or incense to the fire is an act of purification and transformation linking one’s senses to the Divine and fire acting as a mediator that carries offerings upward. However, in many ancient traditions, […]
Fifteen years. In marriage terms, it’s the Crystal Anniversary. It sounds elegant and refined, but anyone who’s been in a Parsi setup knows it also means that you’ve survived, adjusted, argued, laughed, overfed each other and somehow come out stronger, shinier and very much intact. And if there’s one community that truly understands the art […]
Sunday, 5th April, 2026 is ‘Easter’ or ‘Resurrection Sunday’, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus from the dead on the third day of his burial, after his crucifixion by the Romans, at Calvary in 30 AD. The traditional narrative of the Resurrection provides hope and strength, encouraging individuals to rise above adversity and live in a […]
The second edition of the prestigious Oberoi Concours d’Elegance, held recently at The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, brought together some of the world’s finest vintage automobiles and motorcycles. Set against the regal backdrop of the City of Lakes, the event celebrated automotive heritage, craftsmanship and timeless luxury, drawing global participation and an eminent panel of judges, […]
– Mahbakht J. Irani – For Parsis across the world, the news coming from Iran today carries a weight that goes far beyond geopolitics. For most, Iran would seem as another nation caught in the turbulence of global conflict. For Parsis, it’s the ancient homeland of our ancestors, the cradle of Zoroastrian civilisation – the […]
Today, 21st February, 2026, is Roj Khurshed (a day dedicated to the Divinity presiding over the Sun) and Mah Meher (month dedicated to the Divinity presiding over the purifying rays of the sun). As per Zoroastrian tradition, Khurshed and Meher are Divine entities whose Nyaish (litany) are prayed together, symbolizing the inseparable nature of sunlight and its source […]
14th February, 2026, is Valentine’s Day! Across the world, this day celebrates love and friendship. However, few know that it originated as a Christian religious feast to honour a martyr named Saint Valentine. According to legend, saint Valentine performed weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry by the Roman emperor Claudius II. Later, during […]
“A child’s caste should be the same as its adoptive parents.” On 29th January 2026, Bombay Hight Court’s two-judge bench, comprising Justices S M Modak and M S Karnik, ruled that a child’s caste should be the same as its adoptive parents. The court opined that when a child is adopted, its ties with its […]
A landmark community health programme was organised by WAPIZ in association with NK Dhabhar Cancer Foundation focused on preventive healthcare, elder care, and social support for the Parsi Zoroastrian community. WAPIZ – Empowering Seniors and Supporting Health World Alliance of Parsi Irani Zarthoshtis (WAPIZ) hosted ‘Parsi Health Matters: A Conference on Community Wellbeing’ at the […]