Every year, our community Parsis welcome the new year with much celebration and big hopes, brave promises and absolutely no intention of following through! We declare loudly to each other and to ourselves – less food, less drink, more walking, sleep early, more saving money and the most ambitious one of them all… “I will […]
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Vastu And Mental Wellness In The New Year
-Farah H. Kasad Our homes shape far more than our surroundings; they influence our thoughts, emotions and mental well-being. As we enter the New Year, the connection between Vastu and inner balance becomes especially relevant, reminding us that harmonious spaces can nurture clarity, calmness and emotional stability. Here’s how home layouts impact emotional well-being, accompanied […]
Arnavaz Jal Mistry: A Life Dedicated To Compassion And Community
For nearly four decades, Arnavaz Jal Mistry has stood as a steadfast pillar of compassion within the Parsi community, dedicating her life to service with humility, discipline and rare consistency. Long before community work became fashionable, she quietly immersed herself in causes that demanded patience, emotional strength and unwavering commitment. Whether caring for the elderly, […]
Numero Tarot By Dr. Jasvi
Parsi Times brings you Dr. Jasvi’s column on her unique Numero-Tarot monthly readings, based on your month of birth: January (Lucky No. 2; Lucky Card: High Priestess): This month urges you to release negativity and stop feeling overlooked. Financial stability supports you as you rise above emotional weight. Step out of limiting situations with clarity […]
PZASH Elects New Managing Committee Members
The Parsi Zoroastrian Anjuman of Secunderabad and Hyderabad (PZASH) held its Triannual General Body Meeting on 23rd November, 2025, at the Parsi Dharamshala, Secunderabad. The meeting saw enthusiastic participation, with over 340 community members from the twin cities in attendance. The agenda included confirmation of minutes from the previous meeting, adoption of accounts, appointment of […]
Maharashtra Ordinance Introduces Concept Of ‘Tenure Trustee’ And ‘Perpetual Trustee’
Noshir H. Dadrawala The Governor of Maharashtra state vide Ordinance No. VII of 2025 has amended the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act 1950, which has come into effect from 1st September, 2025. The amendments have far-reaching impact on religious and charitable trusts registered in the state of Maharashtra, under the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act 1950. [Ordinance […]
Fun Quiz: The Official International Men’s Day Bawa-Meter
International Men’s Day (19th November) is just around the corner… and our dashing Bawa Men surely deserve a day dedicated exclusively to them! From double-parking outside Ripon Club to ordering half-the-menu at Britannia, from polishing the same shoe since 1985 to flirting with every bawi between Colaba and Karjat, the Parsi man is a deluxe, […]
Scent Sense: Curating Fragrance To Reflect Your Personality
By Zia P. Master Zia P. Master is a distinguished perfumer with over 15 years of professional practice. Trained at leading global institutes from Grasse and London, she has refined her mastery of olfactory design to become an authority in the field. A sought-after consultant to leading global fragrance houses, Zia perfects fragrance development with […]
Proposed Sale of ‘Sanjan Sanatorium’ On Hold Following Donor Support
– Trustees, The WZO Trust Funds – This is in furtherance of the recent public notice issued by The WZO Trust Funds with respect to the proposed sale of its property situated at CS No. 618, Paiki, Village Sanjan, popularly known as the ‘Sanjan Sanatorium’. The Trust has provided boarding and lodging at the Sanitorium at […]
Parsi Pulse
Parsi Times presents ‘Parsi Pulse’, bringing you the voice of the community – across generations, sharing their individual perspectives on matters that affect, inspire and shape us. Parsi Pulse is your space to share thoughts, experiences and opinions. Each edition features a question inviting diverse perspectives from community members. Join this lively dialogue by writing […]
What’s Your ‘EQ’ (Eedu Quotient)?!?
If there’s one thing that binds the Bawaji universe tighter than colony gossip, free lagan-nu-bhonu and complaining about parking, it’s our collective and incurable Eedu Obsession. And what better time to celebrate it than World Egg Day on 10th October, 2025! Eggs are not just breakfast – they’re therapy, religion and the solution to every […]









