Razvin Namdarian Well before the advent of the concept of ‘gated communities’, we had Parsi baugs – enclaves where our community thrives. Within their walls, our children grow up quite literally speaking the same language and seniors find a safe sanctuary. At the same time, when networking and being a global citizen is gaining traction, […]
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Editorial
Jamshedi Navroz Mubarak! Dear Readers, It gives me great joy to present you our bumper Parsi Times Jamshedi Navroz Special Issue, which is sure to get you into that feel-good, festive mood, brimming with positivity! In addition to the get-togethers, feasting and partying, festive occasions serve as excellent reminders for us all to count our […]
Finding Our Purpose: From Good To Righteous Action
We have been told from an early age to “do Good” and practice Good thoughts, Good words and Good deeds. But, what really is ‘Good’? And, why do we have to do this so-called ‘Good’? In our Zoroastrian religion, we are told to practice ‘Humata, Hukhta and Hvrasta’; even our Ashem Vohu prayer says, “Doing […]
Navroze – A Time For Positive Change
Spring is already in the air and the festival of spring (Jamshedi Navroze) is once again here to remind us of warmth and change – warmth of heart and positive change in our lives. In the poem, ‘The Spring’, poet Thomas Carew contrasts the beauty and joy of spring with the pain of unreciprocated love. […]
Cyrus The (Not So) Great!
Aapro Cyrus Broacha, the Brand Ambassador of Humour, is back to trigger unlimited giggles and guffaws, with his hilarious taking on the zodiac signs with his Parsi Predictions, in our exclusive column, ‘Cyrus The (Not So) Great!’ Parsi Predictions For Navroz! Before you could say ‘Aflatoon Vandrewala’, the Persian New Year has arrived! […]
TATA Founder’s Day Celebrated In Navsari
The Tata Founder’s Day was celebrated with great pomp and enthusiasm in Navsari, on the eve of 3rd March, 2024, marking the 185th birth anniversary of world’s greatest philanthropist – Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata. The function was held at Navsari’s Servai Party Plot, organised by the Parsi Cultural Division of S B Garda College Trust, Navsari, […]
Hyd’s Chenoy Agiary Celebrates 18 Years Of Weekly Humbandagi
26th February, 2024, marked the celebratory occasion at Hyderabad’s Bai Maneckbai Chenoy Agiary for having completed 18 years of conducting the weekly Humbandagi at the Agiary’s premises, on every Monday evening, at 7:00 pm. The Humbandagi was led by Er. Kerfegar Antia, in the absence of Head Priest – Er. Mehernosh Bharucha, who is recuperating from burn […]
Sir J J College Of Commerce Building Demolished After Being Declared Unsafe
Located at Fort, Dhun Building, which housed Mumbai’s seven-decade-old institute – Sir JJ College of Commerce, was demolished over the last month, after being declared dangerous to live in, by the municipal corporation. Established in 1952 by the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (landlord), the institute was started with the aim of training young women in office […]
Behram Yazata – Bestower of Success
Among Zoroastrians, Behram or Bahram Yazata is a favourite Divinity. The twentieth day (Roj) of every month (Mah) in the Zoroastrian calendar is dedicated to Bahram Yazata and this Roj is considered very special and auspicious. Many choose to begin a new task, implement a personal new resolution, or undertake a new project on this […]
Centre for Avesta-Pahlavi Studies Launched at MU
By Razvin Namdarian 5th March, 2024, was indeed a historic day of pride for the Zoroastrian community as it marked the launch of a renewed ‘Centre for Avesta-Pahlavi Studies’, at the Kalina campus of Mumbai University (MU), kicking off on an auspicious note with a bhoomipoojan (ground breaking ceremony). The centre will be established as […]
Parsi Cricket Icons Celebrated In Documentary ‘Four On Eleven’
A documentary titled, ‘Four on Eleven’, which highlights the influence of the Parsi community on Indian cricket and celebrates the inspiring and outstanding careers of Parsi cricket icons – Nari Contractor, Farokh Engineer, Rusi Surti and Polly Umrigar, will soon be launched by young, Hyderabad-based filmmaker – Shrikaran Beecharaju. Marking his documentary directorial debut, ‘Four […]