When any festival – big or small – comes along, can a true-blue Bawaji ever be far behind? (With due apologies to Shakespeare – I have this this bad habit of distorting his little gems into my, what I consider, humour. But coming back, even at Parsi nuptials, as soon as the couple answers in the […]
– Also Announces ‘Ratan Tata Scholarships For Young Authors’ Documenting His Legacy – The Centre for Narendra Modi Studies (CNMS) has shared that it has been granted personalized ‘My Stamps’ by the Department of Posts, Daak Bhawan, New Delhi, to honor the extraordinary legacy of visionary industrialist, nation builder and philanthropist – Ratan Tata. These […]
Er. Zarrir Bhandara As we embark on the New Year 2025, it’s an opportune time to reflect on the profound teachings of Asho Zarthost Paigambar regarding a virtuous life. Zoroastrianism, at its core, emphasizes the harmonious interplay of Humata (good thoughts), Hukhta (good words), and Hvrashta (good deeds). This triad, beautifully encapsulated in the Persian […]
Dear Readers, I’m delighted to present our Double-Bumper-Special issue celebrating both – the biggest event in the Zoroastrian calendar worldwide – the fourth chapter of the Iranshah Udvada Utsav or IUU 2024; and welcoming the New Year 2025! Parsi Times is privileged to be the Exclusive Media Partner of the IUU since its inception in […]
The Iranshah Udwada Utsav 2024, commencing 27th December is a three-day fest aimed at promoting community bonding and a better understanding of our religion, history, culture and values, alongside showcasing and recognising talent. And all this is at Udwada, the spiritual hub of our community in India. The festival makes this otherwise quiet and sleepy […]