A leading icon of our Zoroastrian community worldwide, Zerbanoo Gifford is a globally renowned Human Rights campaigner, author of seven books, founder of The ASHA Centre (which aims at enriching young adults by delivering transformative education in various fields – www.ashacentre.org), as well as the current elected President of The World Zoroastrian Organisation (WZO). A […]
Category: Special Issues
Cyrus The (Not So) Great!
Aapro Cyrus Broacha, the Brand Ambassador of Humour, is back to trigger unlimited giggles and guffaws, with his hilarious take on the Bawajis’ love for Bollywood – or the ‘Bollywood Sexuals’, as he terms them, in our exclusive column, ‘Cyrus The (Not So) Great!’ The Bollywood Sexuals! Pardon me, it’s been a long time. But honestly, I’ve […]
Start-Ups / Entrepreneurs – Get Your Business Started On The Right Foot, This Navroz!
Despite being a minuscule community, Parsis have created a niche for themselves as successful and eminent business-minds and professionals. In virtually all fields, a prominent Parsi-owned business or venture is sure to feature top of the mind. This encourages the new generation’s entrepreneurial spirit, especially now, when favourable jobs are not easy to come […]
Reflection Of Shah Jamsheed’s Persona In The Veda And Book Of Genesis
According to legend, it was the great Shah (King) Jamsheed of the pre-historic Peshdaad dynasty, who initiated the tradition of celebrating the spring festival of Navruz (New Day). This day marks a new beginning with celebration and contemplation for a better tomorrow for this world. Therefore, let us study the persona of Shah Jamsheed and reflect on […]
Yasmin Jal Mistry: ‘MRS. WORLD INTERNATIONAL’
– The Beauty Queen Who Wears The Crown Of Compassion – . There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others. Real beauty lies within a body whose heart houses compassion, because it is compassion which awakens true beauty within… and the glow, confidence and […]
Dr. Cyres Mehta Acquires Maharashtra’s FIRST Automated Robotic AVEDRO Cornea System
Great News For Keratoconus Patients And Those Unable To Undergo Lasik/Smile Number Correction Better Vision In 90 Seconds!!! Hailed as the ‘International Hero Of Indian Ophthalmology’, Dr. Cyres Mehta continues his streak of ‘FIRSTS’, for India and for the state of Maharashtra, doing the community and the nation tremendously proud of his superlative achievements […]
Mythology And Opera At NCPA!
NCPA presents the third Jamshed Bhabha Memorial Lecture titled, ‘Gods, Demons and Heroes’ – the parallel epic dramas of the Mahabharata and Wagner’s Ring Cycle by Justice Rohinton F. Nariman, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India – a great personality with a deep knowledge of diverse subjects, and a passion for Western Classical music. The fascinating comparison will make for […]
Tech Guru – Cyrus Dubash Offers Apple & iOS Platform Training
– Customised & Simplified Courses To Help You Max The Latest Technologies! – . If you’ve got an iPhone, Mac or any Apple device that you pride, but aren’t able to utilize all the amazing tech-features that it offers, it’s time for a little training with Cyrus Dubash! Did you know that your smartphone, tablet […]
A Tribute To Madam Bhikaiji Cama On Her Death Anniversary
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 […]
Jiyo Parsi – Connecting The Unconnected
This is a story shared by Burjor Shroff (name changed for privacy)… They say where there’s a will, one will always find a way. Sometimes, in life, we need to build our own path to reach our destination. When the desire is strong enough, the entire Universe conspires to make possible, that which is seemingly […]
Delzin Choksey’s Crispy Doodles Presents
Parsi Calendar For Kids With ‘Quotes From The Avesta’
After her resounding success with the Parsi Calendar for kids (2021-22), Delzin Choksey of Crispy Doodles is back with another innovative Parsi Calendar for kids this year, themed, ‘Quotes From The Avesta’. She believes bringing Zoroastrianism to young kids is important and valuable and these bright colors and happy illustrations in the calendars help children […]