The Gamadia Colony Recreation Centre (GCRC) held its annual Dae Mahino Jashan on June 09, 2019, at the Centre, commencing at 5:00 pm, followed by Humbandagi and distribution of Chashni and refreshments for all present. GCRC Secretary, Ardeshir Doctor thanked all the members for their continuous support.
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Central Bank of India Holds Dae Mah Jashan
On 7th June, 2019, the Central Bank of India (CBI), held its 39th annual Deh Mahino Jashan at Mumbai’s Cama Baug Agyari at 5:15 pm. After the Jashan, Veera Mundroina, Asst. Manager, CBI welcomed the gathering of about two hundred past and present employees and their families, including previous CMDs Homai Daruwalla and Noshir Mistry, […]
SPORTS ROUNDUP 22nd June 2019 To 28th June 2019
CRICKET- World Cup 2019 India Beats Pakistan, Clinch 2 Points The most awaited clash, between India and Pakistan, had rain playing spoil sport, but eventually India clinched victory by 89 runs due to the DLS method, thanks to a power packed performance from Man of the Match, Rohit Sharma (140) laced with 14 fours and […]
NCPA Presents Ben van den Dungen in Saxophone Colossus
Enjoy an evening of world class Jazz with one of the finest saxophonists on the international scene today – Ben Van den Dungen’s spellbinding original compositions, innovative interpretations of the standards and instrumental virtuosity promises an unforgettable musical experience. His warm tone, reminiscent of the great saxophone masters, along with a colorful Jazz, Blues and Latin […]
Raell Padamsee’s ACE Productions presents: My Fair Lady
Raëll Padamsee’s ACE Productions brings Broadway to town! Premiering ‘My Fair Lady’ – the international musical – live on stage in an over the top mega production with a cast of over 200 people including a blend of children from marginalised backgrounds! To be staged at The Jhamshed Bhabha Theatre this July, this musical will […]
Bharda New High School Inaugurates Pre-Primary Section
On 18th June, 2019, The Bharda New High School and Junior College inaugurated a brand new, sprightly and welcoming Pre-Primary section, with walls depicting the theme of the evergreen hit and children’s favourite film – ‘The Jungle Book’, painted by three students from the JJ School of Art. The Pre-primary section has been brilliantly redesigned […]
Zenobia Nadirshaw Awarded MBE
Professor Zenobia Nadirshaw, from the University of West London, received the MBE (Member of the British Empire) Award, by Prince Willian at the Buckingham Palace, for her services to people with learning disabilities and mental health treatment. Nadirshaw is a consultant clinical psychologist with forty years of clinical and management experience in NHS (National Health […]
Pir-e Sabz Pilgrimage Observed In Yazd
The Pir-e Sabz or Chak-Chak, an annual pilgrimage observed by Zoroastrians who come from all over Iran, and many places around the world as well, was celebrated from the 14th to 18th of June, 2019, at the mountainous fire temple which is embedded in a shallow cave in central Ardakan county, Yazd province – where […]
Jiyo Parsi Launches ‘Parsi Shaadi App’
‘Jiyo Parsi’ – the Government of India’s undertaking which supports our community’s efforts in arresting the declining Parsi population and aid in its increase – has, since its launch in 2013, spearheaded numerous successful campaigns and initiatives. It has provided counselling and medical treatment to married Parsi couples and has aided in adding 191 babies to […]
BPP Pays Tribute To Late Religious Stalwarts
On 18th June, 2019, the Chairman and Trustees of the Bombay Parsi Puchayet (BPP) called for a condolence meeting to pay tribute to the memory of two of our Community’s most cherished and respected High Priests – Vada Dasturji Dr. Kaikhusroo Minocherji JamaspAsa, the High Priest of Anjuman Atashbehram, Mumbai; and Vada Dasturji Kaikhusroo Navroz […]
Courses In Learning Avesta, Pahlavi Commence
Parsi Times catches up with Er. Dr. Parvez Bajan to share greater insights with our readers: PT: Tell us about how these courses came to be. Er. Dr. Bajan: Prior to the 19th century, the study of Iranian languages was confined to the priestly class amongst Zoroastrians of Western India. The interpretation of the religious […]