The Parsi community of Secunderabad and Hyderabad honoured retired Justice Rohinton Nariman at the Parsi Dharamsala on 14th February, 2025. A distinguished legal mind, Justice Nariman is also a scholar of Zoroastrianism, comparative religion, history, and Western classical music – a field he might have pursued professionally if he had not chosen law. Homi D. […]
Each year, 8th March (today) is celebrated as International Women’s Day (IWD) – a day when women are recognized for their varied achievements. Spurred by the universal female suffrage movement, IWD originated from labour movements in Europe and North America during the early twentieth century, with March 8 declared by Vladimir Lenin to honour the […]
Bulsar Parsi Anjuman organised a grand function on 23rd February, 2025, to felicitate two Gujarat-based Parsi stalwarts who have been conferred the prestigious Padma Shri Awards – Dr. Yazdi Italia known for his pioneering work in the field of Sickle Cell Anemia, and iconic theatre personality – Yazdi Karanjia. An audience of over 400 people […]
Herodotus (484 - 425 BC) was an ancient Greek writer, geographer, and historian born in the Greek city of Halicarnassus which was part of the Persian Empire (now Bodrum in Turkey). He wrote ‘The Histories’ which is a detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars. Herodotus was the first writer to do systematic investigation of historical events […]
The who’s who of the Parsi sporting world and eminent personalities gathered at the Parsee Gymkhana, Marine Lines, on 25th February, 2025, to commemorate 140 years of its glorious existence, marked by unfailing dedication to the promotion of sports. The event saw an auspicious beginning with Vada Dasturji Dr. Jamasp K. JamaspAsa, UK-based oncologist who […]
As a beacon of excellence, resilience, and unity, our small but influential community has built institutions that have withstood the test of time, preserving our traditions while embracing modernity. Our heritage institutions are not just a relic of the past, these are the foundation of our future. These time-honoured legacy establishments are not mere relics […]
The nation’s leading martial artist and strength athlete, Vispy Kharadi, made history yet again by securing his 16th Guinness World Record, on 12th February, 2025, in Italy. He now holds the world record for the Heaviest Weight Sustained on Human Body, where an astounding 1,819 kilograms (4010.2 pounds) was put on his body, a testament […]
As one of the world’s oldest religions, Zoroastrianism is a treasure trove of wisdom – offering guidance on leading a righteous, purposeful life. Rooted in the teachings of our glorious prophet Zarathustra, it emphasizes Humata, Hukhta, Huvarshta – Good Thoughts, Good Words, and Good Deeds – as the foundation of a just and meaningful existence, […]
Nationally and globally, our tiny community stands as a beacon of rich heritage, unwavering values, transformative impacts across various fields and its significant, lasting contributions to society. Even as we grapple with dwindling numbers, an aging population and a rapidly changing socio-economic landscape, we need to urgently address the critical issue of the lack of […]
DR. KAIWAN RANDERIA Is your shoulder so stiff it feels like it’s made of cardboard? You might be dealing with Frozen Shoulder – a condition where the capsule of your shoulder joint undergoes inflammatory changes, leading to stiffness in the shoulder joint. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, […]
The 40th Jal Pardiwala All Parsees Athletic Meet, held on 8th & 9th February, 2025, at Mumbai’s University Stadium, witnessed participation from over 500 Zoroastrians from across India, setting 4 new Meet records. This year only J N Petit School, Pune participated from outside Mumbai. The meet was presided by Chief Guest, BPP Chairman Viraf […]