As is usually the case during the monsoons, Parsi Times has yet again been receiving an increasing number of messages and communications from community members who have expressed much concern over the functionality of the existing sacred Dokhmenashini system (adapted from the original Sky Burial system), for the dignified disposal of the final remains of […]
For over a year now, Team WAPIZ, dedicated to community service for decades, has been making a difference in the lives of the community’s underprivileged, especially neglected seniors. Team WAPIZ has been diligently working towards providing our silvers a more hygienic home to live in, with dignity. Recently, a request for help was received for […]
Recently, community stalwart, visionary and philanthropist, Dinshaw Tamboly – Chairman of WZO Trusts, gave an insightful and enlightening overview about the current situation and challenges faced by the Parsi community, on the occasion commemorating the 13th anniversary celebrations of the Zoroastrian House of the Parsi Zoroastrian Association of South East Asia, Singapore (PZAS). In his […]
The Parsi Zoroastrian Association of South East Asia, Singapore (PZAS) celebrated the 13th anniversary of the Zoroastrian House, on 28th April, 2024. It was attended by over a hundred Parsi Zarthostis of Singapore. Dinshaw Tamboly, Chairman – WZO Trust Funds, presided as Guest of Honor on the occasion. The festivities began with a Khushali-nu-Jashan performed […]
WZO Trusts is pleased to share with their Donors, Friends, Well Wishers and Community Members, the following Summary of Funds Disbursed in India, for various welfare activities undertaken, during the course of Financial Year – April 2023 to March 2024. Parsi Times catches up with Mr. Dinshaw Tamboly, Chairman – WZO Trust Funds… PT: WZO Trust […]
Sethna’s Scouting Society, 18th West Mumbai Scout Group, celebrated multiple milestones at Mumbai’s Allbless Baug, on 26th January, 2024, with its Cub Pack completing 100 years, its Scout Troop hitting 110 years and its Sea-Scout Troop completing 62 years. The function was presided by Chief Guest – Dinshaw Tamboly – Chiarman, WZO Trust Funds, alongside […]
By Avan Navdar Rustom Baug marked the conclusion of its long-standing, splendid centennial celebrations on 22nd December, 2023, at the Rustom Baug grounds. Draped in fine evening wear, residents and guests assembled at the spectacularly adorned venue, immersing themselves in an evening of sheer delight and collective jubilation. The festivities were inaugurated by the charismatic […]
Rustom Baug marked the conclusion of its long-standing, splendid centennial celebrations on 22nd December, 2023, at the Rustom Baug grounds. Draped in fine evening wear, residents and guests assembled at the spectacularly adorned venue, immersing themselves in an evening of sheer delight and collective jubilation. The festivities were inaugurated by the charismatic Dr. Mazda […]
WZO Trust Funds unveiled a portrait of Late Scylla Vatcha at their Bai Maneckbai P B Jeejeebhoy Senior Citizens Centre, at Navsari, on 20th October, 2023, in the presence of residents, trustees, administration and staff. The Centre considered Scylla Vatcha as their Patron Saint. She was also philanthropist and benefactor to thousands of Zoroastrians, an […]
Our last (second) update was shared on June 6, 2020 (in Parsi Times) with donors, well-wishers and community members to apprise them of efforts undertaken by WZO Trusts to extend support to poor Zoroastrians affected financially due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. WZO Trust Funds shares the details of the third Update, as of 31st July, […]
Established in 2018 and brilliantly spearheaded by dynamic Trustees Freyaz Shroff (Founder), Dinshaw Tamboly, Rashna Cooper and Ami Mediretta, ‘Pehchaan’ – an initiative of the KurNiv Foundation – has come a long way in supporting and promoting the education and overall wellbeing of children from the underprivileged strata of society. Team ‘Pehchaan’, comprising young and […]