A burglary was reported at a 100-year-old Parsi palace, owned by Ghan Behram Edalji Palamkot, in Ilav village in Hansot taluka (Bharuch District, Gujarat State), where robbers stole cash and silver ornaments worth ₹1.36 lakh. The case has been registered by the Hansot Police and an investigation is underway. The palace had been unoccupied for […]
On 17th February, 2025, the Humbandagi group of Maneckbai Chenoy Agiary Hyderabad, completed 19 years of conducting its weekly Humbandagi, at the Agiary premises, every Monday, at 7:00 pm. The Humbandagi was led by Head Priest, Er. Mehernosh Bharucha and in his absence, by Er. Kerfegar Antia. This was followed by a religious talk by […]
Nationally and globally, our tiny community stands as a beacon of rich heritage, unwavering values, transformative impacts across various fields and its significant, lasting contributions to society. Even as we grapple with dwindling numbers, an aging population and a rapidly changing socio-economic landscape, we need to urgently address the critical issue of the lack of […]
DR. KAIWAN RANDERIA Is your shoulder so stiff it feels like it’s made of cardboard? You might be dealing with Frozen Shoulder – a condition where the capsule of your shoulder joint undergoes inflammatory changes, leading to stiffness in the shoulder joint. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, […]
The 40th Jal Pardiwala All Parsees Athletic Meet, held on 8th & 9th February, 2025, at Mumbai’s University Stadium, witnessed participation from over 500 Zoroastrians from across India, setting 4 new Meet records. This year only J N Petit School, Pune participated from outside Mumbai. The meet was presided by Chief Guest, BPP Chairman Viraf […]
In Shakespeare’s ‘Othello,’ Emilia tells Othello, “It is the very error of the moon. She comes more nearer earth than she was wont. And makes men mad.” The idea that a full moon can stir up emotions, provoke inexplicable behaviour, and even cause physical illness isn’t just a literary figure of speech, it’s a strongly […]
The Bandra Parsee Association (BPA) celebrated its 75th Anniversary (Platinum Jubilee), with great pomp on the eve of 15th February, 2025, at the Tata Blocks, Bandra. Chief Guest Justice Sharukh Kathawalla presided over the occasion alongside eminent guests including Cdre Aspi Marker, Diana Marfatia, Capt. and Mrs. Percy Master and Adi Banaji. Community luminaries were […]
Every year, Meherbai’s Mandli, like the rest of the world, would make high and lofty New Year’s resolutions, but they would go for a toss mostly by the end of January. This year was no different. On the first day of 2025, the Mandli Members had resolved to do things which would enhance life at […]
PT reader, Hurmaz Patel shares his inspiring journey marking the success of reversing his Type 2 Diabetes, under the expert care and guidance of PT columnist, Dr. Trishala Chopra. Diabetes is the condition which causes high levels of blood sugar or glucose. Diabetes is often referred to as a “silent killer” because in its initial stages, […]
Dear Readers, Our Parsi community has long been known for its generosity, resilience and commitment to social welfare. From the grand philanthropic legacies of Jamsetji Tata and Sir Ratan Tata to the quiet, everyday acts of kindness by countless community members, we have built a tradition of giving that defines who we are. As rightly […]
Entrepreneurs, professionals, and visionaries—mark your calendars! The World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) Toronto Chapter presents the WZCC TORONTO Conclave 2025, from April 29 – May 3, 2025. This year’s theme, ‘The Other Side of Business’, highlights the crucial role of mindset, wellness, and balance in achieving entrepreneurial success. Beyond profits and boardrooms, discover how […]