Reminiscing our rich history, Parsis were the earliest community in India to take up cricket, playing this game since 1840. The first Parsi Club – ‘The Oriental Cricket Club’ – was founded in 1848. Later, in February 1885, a group of eminent Parsis met at Bombay’s Ripon Club to discuss the setting up of a […]
– “She was, and always will be… A Star,” says son Boman Irani, in a Heartfelt Tribute – The community came together in mourning and to stand by one of our most cherished icons – actor Boman Irani, on the passing of his mother – Jerbanoo Irani, on 9th June, 2021. A grand old lady […]
“My heartfelt congratulations to Parsi Times on its special 10th anniversary. Being one of the leading Parsi publications, it has played a vital role in producing high quality content for its readers. PT has always made a significant contribution in highlighting positive and great achievements of our dear community. On this wonderful milestone, I wish […]
Last seen in PM Narendra Modi’s biopic, actor and producer, Boman Irani has signed on Kabir Khan’s directorial venture, ’83, where he will portray the role of former opening batsman and wicket-keeper of Team India, as also the only Indian commentator in the 1983 World Cup – the legendary Farokh Engineer. ’83 is a biopic […]
Lions Club of Byculla (LCB) and Lions Club of (Bombay) Queensway (LCQ) came together to donate Audiology equipment to KEM hospitals – ENT Dept. Tehmasp Munshi, President of LCB and Roshan Master, President of LCQ carried out the twinning project to raise funds for the four sophisticated pieces of equipment which will help detect early […]
Furthering the dynamic prowess of his cinematic career, Bollywood and theater personality, Boman Irani, launched his own Production House, ‘IRANI MOVIETONE’, in Mumbai, on 24th January, 2019. The Guest of Honour, was the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, who unveiled the meaningful and gorgeous logo, in the presence of special guest, Academy Award winning screenwriter, Alexander Dinelaris […]
The stage was set for the Giles Shield Cricket Tournament finale on 8th January, 2018 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai as Rizvi Springfield (Bandra) faced opponents Don Bosco (Matunga) where the former won the final on better quotient. In all the huddle that took place on field before the ultimate clash, there was […]
The 31st Valedictory function of the Holiday Programme for Youth (HPY) took place on 4th June, 2017 at the JB Vachha High School, where over a hundred and seventy just-out-of-school teenagers spent a month participating in entertaining and informative activities. Commencing on a pious note, Er. Firdosh Pavri invoked the blessings of the Almighty, followed […]
A Tribute By Boman Irani… “Film actors, from Dev Anand to SRK, are the most imitated and mimicked people around. My guess is teachers could come in as a close second, if not the first, as being the most imitated individuals… from their walk, to the way they speak, and every other nuance […]
“I love your religion. I’ve read about it and have tried to understand it. Yours is the only religion which is eco-friendly. Also, to accumulate wealth is fine, but I have observed that your community spends it wisely and uses it to help people, which is even better. Recently when the Parsees of New York […]
The young Parsi cricket prodigy from Gujarat, Arzan Nagwaswalla, has been widely commended for his exceptional talent, as he plays the game at the District and State levels in the Under-16 and Under-19 categories. Arzan’s passion for this game sees him putting in the hard work and the long hours needed to attain the achievements […]