Does prayer have the power to heal? The faithful would certainly want to believe the answer to be a strong yes, whereas those seeking evidence would wonder if it’s an absolute yes, no or somewhere in-between. Today, let me answer this question from the perspective of science and conclusive research studies. Is it possible? Can […]
I invite you to join me as I journey through the wonderful teachings shared in a Khordeh Avesta, which was printed in 1902 – more than a 100 years ago! Authored by Dinbai Sohrabji Engineer, the teachings, stories and notes in this book speak about the various powers of our prayers, while sharing anecdotes of […]
My Christmas tree – all decked and adorned – stands tall in its place, as it has all the years. This year it looks a bit weary and tired, with the ornaments hanging heavy; it seems to have dulled their shine. It seems to know what the past couple of months have rolled in. A […]
Celebrating The True Essence Of Christmas 2020 Dear Readers, There’s precious little that hasn’t been redefined to fall in line with the new normal, as we live through the globally disruptive novel coronavirus pandemic. The world’s most celebrated festival – Christmas – is no exception. But while the superfluous symbolism of Christmas will be greatly […]
What Is Good Governance? In my opinion, ‘Good Governance’ is a transparent decision-making process, in which the leadership of a public charitable trust, in an effective and accountable way, directs resources (human and financial capital) and exercises power and position (as trustee) on the basis of shared value. All public charitable trusts, especially those with […]
Even as the issue of good governance has been at the centre of what appears to be a great divide between the five current BPP Trustees, it has been an issue where Noshir and I stood firm, as a matter of principle, rather than allowing the rule of the majority to eclipse all parameters of […]
Are We Doing Enough For Our Seniors? Dear Readers, As a community, we are blessed with a particularly large ratio of seniors, as compared to other communities. Our seniors are the pillars of our community, and needless to add, their presence and contributions must be acknowledged and respected. It’s important that we care for our […]
The Trustees of the BPP have not conducted any physical / in-person Board Meeting in the BPP Board Room, at 209 Dr. D N Road, since the lockdown in March, 2020. There are several major issues which can be discussed and decided with optimum efficiency only in a face-to-face, in-person meeting together, with access to […]
Calling all our readers to caption this picture! Winning Caption and Winner’s Name Will Be Published Next Week. Send in your captions at editor@parsi-times.com by 16th December, 2020. WINNER: Kitty Cat: Can you believe that these are Russian Chess Grandmasters before they took the Sputnik vaccine?! By Viraf P. Commissariat (CT, USA)
On 6th December, 2020, Pune based Serum Institute of India (SII), became the first indigenous company to apply to the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) seeking Emergency Use Authorisation for the Oxford COVID-19 vaccine in India, citing unmet medical needs due to the pandemic and in the interest of the public at large, as per news sources. […]
On 23rd November, 2020, Netflix’s original series – ‘Delhi Crime’, an Indian Television series, was announced as ‘Winner Of The Best Drama Series’ at the 48th International Emmy Awards, making it India’s very first web series to win an International Emmy. A proud part of this project, was our very own Parinaz Jal, who worked […]