The launch of ‘The Mental Health Care Fund for Parsi Irani Zoroastrians’ by the WZO Trust Funds, marks a significant and timely step for our community. For years, mental health has existed as a quiet, uncomfortable undercurrent, spoken of in hushed tones, often dismissed, and addressed only when it reaches a point of visible crisis. […]
Dear Readers, This Jamshedi Navroz, one could not help but feel a sense of joy watching our community come alive across cities, continents and time zones. From Mumbai to Hyderabad and overseas, we gathered in prayer and celebration, reconfirming the fact that while we may be few in number, our spirit remains expansive and deeply […]
Secunderabad’s Zoroastrian Club marked 21st March, 2026, with a grand Jamshedi Navroz celebration, drawing over 700 attendees. Honouring the Spring Equinox, the event symbolised renewal, hope and the triumph of light, bringing families together in a festive spirit. A key highlight of the evening was the fashion showcase titled ‘Threads of Fire’, curated by Farah […]
As the new year unfolds, the Zoroastrian Association of Pennsylvania and New Jersey (ZAPANJ) has begun sharing vibrant glimpses of its community initiatives, highlighting how traditions continue to thrive among younger generations. Recent activities at its February Religious Class offered meaningful insights into cultural continuity and collective participation. One of the highlights was the creation […]
The World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) has announced a significant collaboration with renowned logistics enterprise – Jeena and Company, commanding a legacy spanning over 125 years, known for its solid foundation in ethics and integrity. A proud Zoroastrian business with a global presence, Jeena & Co. marked this milestone year by contributing Rs. 1.25 […]
The WZCC Mumbai Chapter celebrated International Women’s Day with an engaging evening, bringing together community members to honour the achievements and leadership of women. The event was graced by Mumbai’s Mayor, Madam Ritu Rajesh Tawde, who was introduced by Lion Dr. Neville Mehta. She delivered an inspiring address, stressing the need for greater participation of […]
The Zoroastrian Stree Mandal, Secunderabad marked International Women’s Day with its inaugural Sunset Soirée, at the Parsi Dharamshala, creating an evening of celebration, connection and community spirit. Adding a unique twist, the soirée featured live screening of the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand, drawing enthusiastic cheers from cricket lovers, while children […]
The Parsi community of Secunderabad and Hyderabad marked Jamshedi Navroz and Ava Yazad Parab with vibrant celebrations on 21st and 22nd March, 2026, reflecting a blend of tradition, devotion and community bonding across the twin cities. The celebrations began with a Jashan at the Khan Bahadur Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Anjuman Dar-e-Meher at 9:30 am, followed […]
The annual grand celebration of the auspicious Ava Yazad Parabh (Avan Mah Avan Roj) was organized at the Bombay Presidency Radio Club, on 22nd March, 2026, by the Ava Yazad Organising Committee spearheaded by Kersi Limathwalla, under the auspices of the M J Wadia Fire Temple Trust. Themed ‘Continuity or Change – the Eternal Dilemma’, […]
The 43rd edition of the Mancherji Edalji Joshi Memorial Trust’s (MEJMT) Festival of Spring Jamshedi Navroze Gambhar unfolded on 21st March, 2026 at the Dadar Parsi Gymkhana grounds, drawing over 1,500 community members for an evening marked by celebration, connection and cultural pride. One of the most cherished gatherings in the community calendar, it brought […]
Residents of the Bai Maneckbai Chenoy Agiary complex in Hyderabad came together to celebrate Jamshedi Navroze and Avan Yazad Parab with devotion and community spirit. On 20th March, a beautifully arranged Haft-Seen table was set up at the Agiary hall, marking the advent of spring. Each of the 40 families contributed an item, ensuring wholehearted […]