Anainah Adajania’s Arangetram was held on 2nd July, 2023, at the Tata Theatre, NCPA in Mumbai, under Guru K. Kalyanasundaram’s excellent choreography which showcased her strengths as a solo performer. For the uninitiated, Arangetram is the debut on-stage performance of a former student of Indian classical dance and music that follows years of training in […]
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Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat Holds AGM
The Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat (APP) held its Annual General Meeting on 2nd July, 2023, at the Parsi Sanatorium premises, to pass and adopt the Annual Accounts for FY 2022-2023. The meeting began with an auspicious evening Jashan ceremony, performed by Er. Dr. Khushroo H. Ghadiali and Er. Berjis F. Shroff, attended by nearly 70 A’bad […]
Activity School Students Shine Bright At ‘Melange 2023’
Activity High School seems to be on a role of winning inter-school fests! Having recently being declared winners at ‘Turbulence’, the inter-school fest hosted by J B Vachha High School, last month, Activity High School’s talented students recently bagged the ‘Miss Melange’ title alongside trophies in various events, at the ‘Melange 2023’ Inter-school Fest, held by G D Somani […]
Dr. Purvez Grant Appointed Advisor To NCM
Pune-based Dr. Purvez K. Grant, Managing Trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, has been appointed as Advisor to the National Commission for Minorities (NCM), Govt. of India. Known for his outstanding medical expertise, philanthropic endeavours and dedication to community service, Dr. Grant was considered the apt choice for this prestigious position. He was felicitated on this […]
8th World Zoroastrian Youth Congress Opens In London
21st July, 2023 marked the commencement of the eighth chapter of the week-long, World Zoroastrian Youth Congress, which is being held at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Heathrow, United Kingdom. Hosted by the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (ZTFE), under the leadership of President, Malcolm Deboo, along with ZTFE’s dynamic youth committee – ‘Young Zoroastrians’, the 8WZYC […]
Pioneering Persian Pursuits
Did you know that it was ancient Iran (Persia or Pars), under the Achaemenian kings, which, more than two and a half millennia ago, gave to this world its first Bill of Human Rights, the world’s first international highway, prototype to the Suez Canal, postal system and even the document that we know today as […]
Daman’s Newly Renovated Merwanji Navroji Manekji Dar-e-Meher Holds Khushali-nu-Jashan
The Shree Daman Vapi Parsi Jarthosty Anjuman organised a ‘Khushali nu Jashan’, at the recently refurbished Merwanji Navroji Manekji Dar-e-Meher, in Daman, on 15th July, 2023 (Roj Shehrevar, Mah Asfandarmad; 1392 YD). The extensive restoration of the Dar-e-Meher was facilitated by the munificence and generosity of donors – Dadachanji Group of Companies, represented by Kairus […]
Meherbai’s Mandli Goes Down Memory Lane
Meherbai gave a ‘Nostalgia Party’ for her Mandli and even served nostalgic food, like Kumas, Saandhra, Popatji, Malido, Varadh-varaa, Taari-Na-Bhakhra, Khaman-Ladoos, which hardly anyone prepares these days. Keki Khadro: Meherbai, I haven’t had breakfast today, so can we have an early lunch? Meherbai: You mean brunch? Keki: Brunch, punch, bunch, lunch – call it what you want! Keki’s Khadhri […]
The Epidemic Of Loneliness In Modern Society
Loneliness is a universal human emotion that can be experienced by anyone, regardless of age, gender or social status. It is defined as a subjective feeling of isolation and disconnectedness from others, which can result from a lack of social relationships, emotional support, or meaningful interactions. While it’s a common experience, it is often overlooked […]
Sal Mubarak To Our Kadimi Brethren! Dear Readers, In a couple of days, on Monday, 17th July, our Kadimi brethren will celebrate New Year as per the Kadimi Calendar. For our fun-loving community, which is always ready to celebrate all auspicious occasions – every event is an excuse to feast and enjoy – the […]
Actor Boman Irani Is Brand Ambassador For B-Tex
B-Tex, India’s largest manufacturer of dermatological over-the-counter (OTC) pharma products, has announced its collaboration with renowned superstar Boman Irani, as its brand ambassador. With this association, B-Tex seeks to leverage the renowned actor’s popularity, immense fan base, and influential voice to impact the market and reinforce its position as a leading brand in the industry. […]