The World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) held a power-packed Global Conclave / AGM 2024, ably hosted by its Pune chapter, from 4th to 6th January, 2024, attended by 150 delegates and other guests, promoting the spirit of entrepreneurship. The conclave commenced with a morning Jashan at the Kadmi and Shahenshahi Agiary (Komra agiary) performed […]
On 25th December, 2023, the Asha Vahishta Dadgah Saheb in Pune celebrated the completion of its sixth year of enthronement of the Holy Fire, entering into its seventh year. A thanksgiving Hama Anjuman Jashan was performed by five Mobeds, followed by collective Humbandagi prayers by the gathered devotees. A contributory Maachi was also offered to […]
The residents of Parsi Colony in Lulla Nagar, Pune, have begun an online petition on 18th October, 2023, in protest against the issue of power cuts which have been taking place for several years. The petition seeks to resolve the erratic supply of electricity in the Lulla Nagar area, requiring a minimum of 5,000 signatures […]
The iconic, Pune-based Kayani Bakery, popular the world over for its shrewsbury biscuits, has found its place in the list of the ‘World’s 150 Most Legendary Dessert Places’, by Taste Atlas – a global food guide, that researches thousands of flavours, dishes, and local eating and drinking places. Located in Pune’s Camp area, on East […]
Headed by Adar Poonawalla, Serum Institute of India (SII), one of the first companies worldwide to launch COVID-19 vaccines, has become India’s most valuable unlisted company, overtaking the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India, alongside companies like Swiggy, BYJU’S, Razorpay and Dream11, as per the Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list. Headquartered in Pune and valued […]
Pune-based Dr. Purvez K. Grant, Managing Trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, has been appointed as Advisor to the National Commission for Minorities (NCM), Govt. of India. Known for his outstanding medical expertise, philanthropic endeavours and dedication to community service, Dr. Grant was considered the apt choice for this prestigious position. He was felicitated on this […]
The Shree Daman Vapi Parsi Jarthosty Anjuman organised a ‘Khushali nu Jashan’, at the recently refurbished Merwanji Navroji Manekji Dar-e-Meher, in Daman, on 15th July, 2023 (Roj Shehrevar, Mah Asfandarmad; 1392 YD). The extensive restoration of the Dar-e-Meher was facilitated by the munificence and generosity of donors – Dadachanji Group of Companies, represented by Kairus […]
Dr. Coomi Vevaina, PhD, the Founder-Director of the Global Tipping Point Summit (GTPS) was honoured with the prestigious designation of ‘Professor Emeritus’, by Christ University, Pune, in recognition of her meritorious contributions to scholarship and her distinguished career. This esteemed rank is awarded to very select professors on retirement and they retain this honorary title […]
At least 178 community members have passed away since onset of the coronavirus pandemic (March 2020) in India. Parsiana compiled the death statistics from 11 major Indian locations where significant Parsi populations exist. 105 deaths have been registered in Bombay, obtained from Worli Prayer Hall, where a large number of Covid-19 victims are cremated, though […]
The World Zarthusti Chamber of Commerce, Pune (WZCC) held its 15th AGM in Pune on, 14th September, 2019, at Hotel Shree Pachratna. The meeting was chaired by Tehmasp Bharucha, Chapter Chair, WZCC-Pune, and attended by good number of members from Pune and Mumbai. The Guest of Honour, Capt. Percy Master, Regional Director and Chairperson, WZCC-India […]
At a meeting held on 20th July, 2019, the Pune chapter of the World Zarathushti Chambers of Commerce (WZCC), established its very own ‘Youth’ and ‘Women Entrepreneurs’ Wings, under the able leadership of Tehmasp K. Bharucha, Chapter Chair, WZCC, Pune. The membership of WZCC consists of various categories of members belonging to different age groups, […]