On 27th November, 2024, the Zoroastrian community worldwide lost a true friend, well-wisher and philanthropist. Although he lived in the USA, his heart was always in India and his soul resided in Iran. He used to visit India periodically usually during the cooler winter months and meet his old friends and relatives. He would also stay […]
Adil J. Govadia Ancient religions are known to use allegory* as a powerful literary tool to convey complex ideas and ethical lessons through exemplary representations. (An allegory is a parable that displays a deeper moral lesson like the ‘Hare and Tortoise’ story which underlines a hidden message – ‘slow and steady wins the race’!) By […]
‘Knowledgiate’, the annual in-house magazine of the Dadar Athornan Institute (DAI), which is being published since the past forty years, celebrated its Ruby anniversary with the release of a Special Postal Cover to commemorate the auspicious occasion, in a select function held at the Mumbai GPO, on 5th December, 2024. The unique aspect of this […]
Swastika – The Bent Cross The swastika is India’s version of one of humanity’s most enduring, ancient symbols. The oldest known use of this symbol dates back to the end of the last Ice Age. A figurine carved with a recognizable armed plus sign dating to 10,000-13,000 BCE was found in Ukraine. How the ancient […]
Er. Hormazd Khushnoor Jijina achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Indian in two decades to win the FCF Pro Belt in the Senior category, at the 17th World Cup Championships, which were held in Russia. Eighteen countries participated in the competition which was organised by the International Federation of Full Contact Fighting MMA. Hormazd Jijina’s […]
Turkey has increasingly become a preferred tourist destination. By the onset of the millennium, Turkey was gaining momentum but come 2021, Turkey stood proud as the fourth-most visited country in the world. At its height in 2019, pre-pandemic, Turkey attracted 51 million foreign tourists! Straddled between Asia and Europe, Turkey boasts of a unique Arabian […]
Dear Readers, “Isn’t it cute how you Bombay bawajis think you’re experiencing ‘winter’ when the mercury bothers to drop by half a degree!” quipped a fellow Parsi residing in the capital. Yes, yes, we get it. Mumbai is known for its unrelenting heat and humidity, and maybe ‘Bombay Winters’ is an oxymoron, but I assure […]
A day-long, free ‘Diabetes Check-Up Camp and Awareness Program’ was organised at Masina Hospital, on 14th November, 2024, in observance of World Diabetes Day, in collaboration with Lions Club of Byculla, by Lion Daara Patel and Lion Sorab Bulsara. Supported by LIFESPAN Clinics and Micro Labs Ltd., the camp was inaugurated by Lion Viraf Mistry […]
By Special Correspondent Hoshang Katrak Taj Land’s End Hotel, Bandra, on 23rd November, 2024, was the venue for the 120th Birth Anniversary celebration, organised by the JRD Tata Memorial Trust. The morning unfolded with trustee Capt. Kulkarni introducing other trustees of the JRD Tata Memorial Trust, which was set up by Air India veterans in […]
Kerfegar Eduljee Yes, you read that right! Today, 30th November, 2024 is the last date to register for the Iranshah Udwada Utsav 2024 at Rs. 2,000/- per person. 1st December onwards, it will be Rs. 3,000/- per person. If you still need a reason to be there, we’ve got seven! Largest Global Platform: Iranshah Udwada […]
Imagine a singular, profound change that could dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke and even cancer. This pivotal question has captivated a dedicated cadre of doctors and researchers for decades, and their groundbreaking findings are now spotlighted in the acclaimed documentary, ‘Forks Over Knives’. The consensus? Adopting a whole-foods, plant-based diet may not […]