This simple sentiment reflects the soul of ZTFI the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of India, an organization that has, for over 13 years, stood as a pillar of hope and belonging for the weaker sections of the Parsi/ Irani Zoroastrian community. Born of the belief that true charity begins with dignity, ZTFI is more than just […]
For over four decades, the World Zoroastrian Organisation Trust Funds have stood as a beacon of hope for the Parsi Irani Zoroastrian community in India. Founded in 1995, this philanthropic institution has championed the cause of the underprivileged and the distressed, extending support across all aspects of life – rural and urban. Their core mission […]
– Visionary Breakthrough In Eye Care With NanoSLT – In the world of cutting-edge eye care, Dr. Cyres Mehta reigns as a beacon of excellence, bringing global recognition, community pride and life-changing breakthroughs in the realm of expert eye-care. Hailed as the ‘International Hero of Indian Ophthalmology’, Dr. Mehta is globally recognised for his pioneering […]
Who is a Parsi? For long we have abhorred the Bollywood stereotype of the bumbling, large-hearted ‘Bawa’ with the ridiculously accented Hindi. We are so much more than the general perception of the OCD Parsis in love with their vehicles. Though, bear in mind, the ‘Parsi-owned’ tag is enough to ensure a better sticker price […]
Meet NZ’s Power Couple – Porus & Benifer Irani of Mazda Builders Ltd. In the scenic expanse of New Zealand, where innovation meets nature’s grandeur, one name has steadily been rising through the ranks of the country’s construction industry – Mazda Builders Ltd., spearheaded by the dynamic visionary Porus Irani – Mumbai-born Architect, Interior Designer […]
Dear Readers, Parsi Times is delighted to present yet another blockbuster Parsi New Year Special Issue – a labour of love that brings together the spirit, stories and soul of our vibrant community. The year so far has posed its challenges across the world. Closer to home, we’ve witnessed much heartbreak and upheaval… from natural […]
‘Egg’strology 1-0-1: Crack Open Your Parsi Personality! By Delnaz S. Khambatta If there’s one thing us Bawajis love more than a loud opinion and a well-timed gaali, it’s the humble Eedu. Eggs. Glorious eggs! We don’t just eat them, we worship them. We never tire of their various avatars – fried, boiled, charvelu, akuri, poro, […]
– Jamshed Kekobad Irani – History often tells the tale of how Zoroastrians fled Persia and sought sanctuary in India. The sugar-in-milk legend, Sanjan’s arrival and our rise in colonial Bombay form the spine of our community’s narrative. But there’s another chapter, rarely remembered, yet deeply inspiring… the story of a reverse migration. A time […]
Timeless Lessons In Raising Dogs From A Generation That Didn’t Read Dog-training Books My grandmother never read a dog-training book in her life. She didn’t watch YouTube dog behaviour videos, didn’t own fancy dog leashes in ten different colours, and had no clue what ‘separation anxiety’ meant, even if it was written in Farsi! But every […]
As the calendar turns, we’re gifted a fresh slate – a chance to shed old habits and step into a version of ourselves we’ve long admired. Reinvention isn’t magic, it’s a deliberate practice. In the coming year, imagine yourself as someone who greets challenges with poise, savours life’s simple pleasures and stands tall with courage […]
Every baug has its own wildlife, and no, we don’t mean the dogs and cats. We’re talking about the true OGs: aapri Culinary-Clairvoyant-Katie-Auntie types who announces what’s for dinner at your place even before you’ve removed the karai for cooking, or the Self-Proclaimed-Baug-MasterChef-Behram who thinks your dhansak “lacks soul,” or the Parking-Police-Peston-Uncle, whose full-time job […]