1. What’s your approach to mornings? A) Zen mode – choi, prayers and quiet judgement of neighbours. B) Diva mode – full glam even in pyjamas, checking latest likes on Insta. C) Military mode – orders, commands and urgent bread delivery. D) Earthquake mode – loud, chaotic, unpredictable. 2. How do you react when plans […]
Er. Zarrir Bhandara shares timeless nuggets of wisdom from our Zoroastrian religion, exploring its spiritual insights, ethical teachings and relevance in today’s world. Whether drawn from the Gathas, sacred traditions, or the lived experiences of the Zoroastrian community, each piece of wisdom serves as a guiding light in the journey of life, continuing to inspire […]
– Aazmeen Kasad – On the bright and auspicious morning of 30th September, 2025 (Sarosh Roj, Ardibehesht Mahino; YZ 1395), Mumbai’s first Shahenshahi Atash Behram – Seth Hormasjee Bomanjee Wadiaji Atash Behram, marked its glorious 196th Salgreh with vibrant ‘Sal Mubarak’ chowks and fragrant lily rope torans adorned with red roses and marigolds. The majestic […]
For the first time ever, a momentous Parsi dinner was hosted on 26th September, 2025, at Mansion House, the official residence and office of the Lord Mayor of London. The event was co-hosted by Lord Karan Bilimoria, founder of Cobra Beer and the first-ever Zoroastrian Parsi to sit in the House of Lords, along with […]
Dear Readers, Every family has a story. Some are told with laughter over cups of choi and bhakra, others are whispered behind closed doors. But there are some stories that remain untold… accounts of sleepless nights spent staring into the dark, of inexplicable sadness and tears wiped away before anyone notices, of meals left untouched […]
A cherished legacy was rekindled with the launch of YCZA 2.0, an alumni-led revival of the historic Young Collegians Zoroastrian Association founded in 1952 by the visionary Prof. Nadir Modi. Reimagined as a dynamic movement rooted in service, inclusivity, and community, YCZA 2.0 aims to empower future generations while paying tribute to its illustrious past. […]
As we observe World Mental Health Day on 10th October this year, I write this with both professional insight and deep respect for our vibrant Parsi community. In my years of clinical practice, I’ve had the privilege of working with many members of our community, and I’ve witnessed first-hand the quiet struggles that too many […]
Mumbai’s oldest Atash Behram, the Seth Dadibhai Nosherwanji / Nusserwanji Dadyseth Atash Behram, whose Atash Padshah was consecrated on 29th September, 1783 (Shahenshahi Roj Govad, Mah Asfandarmard 1153 AY; Kadmi Roj Sarosh, Mah Farvardin 1153 AY.), marked a significant milestone as it commemorated its 242nd Salgreh, on 29th September 2025. A Jashan ceremony was held […]
The 94th Annual General Body meeting of Secunderabad’s Zoroastrian Club, held on 21st September, 2025, at its premises, marked the induction of the new committee, featuring Vice President – Mehernosh Dittia; Hon. Secretary – Kersi Patel; alongside Managing Committee members – Kaizad Eduljee, Armaity Debara and Khushi Asudaria. With the required quorum of 111 members […]
The 180th Salgreh (anniversary) of the Seth Framji Nasserwanji Patel Agiary at Mazagaon, Mumbai, was celebrated with deep devotion and joyous enthusiasm. The occasion commenced with a Khushali nu Jashan performed by a group of priests, followed by an inspiring series of talks delivered by Dasturji Keki Raoji (MeherjiRana), scholar and community leader Noshir Dadrawala, […]
