Sometimes you just need to walk away. Walk away from those selfish, self-engrossed individuals whose toxicity drains your aura. Walk away from people who do not consider your needs, wants or well-being. Walk away from individuals whose beliefs and opinions do not align with yours. Walk away not to teach them a lesson, but because […]
Tag: Volume 14- Issue 02
Anatomy, Physiology And Physiotherapy: The Wacky World Inside You
Welcome to the wondrous world of anatomy and physiology! Don’t let the fancy terms intimidate you – we’re about to embark on a journey through your own body, and trust me, it’s going to be a hilarious ride. Get ready to dive deep into the mysteries of anatomy, physiology, and how physiotherapy adds its own […]
Editorial
Adar Mahino, Adar Roj Mubarak! Dear Readers, Today – Adar Mahino, Adar Roj – marks one of the most auspicious days of all in the Parsi calendar, being the birth anniversary of our most holy fire, or Atash-nu-Parab. Adar Mahino is looked upon as the most propitious month, signifying the birth-month of the very core […]
Avan Ardvisur Parab At Soonawalla Agiary
The annual Ava Mahina-nu-Jashan was performed at the Seth Edulji Rustomji Soonawalla Agiary, located at Mahim, on 7th April, 2024 (Mah-Ava, Roj-Astad), with a Jashan led by Panthaky Er. Kersasp Sidhwa, accompanied by Er. Adil Desai. The ceremony was attended by a large number of devotees. After the Jashan a Humbundagi was performed in the […]
GCZT Launches Newsletter
The inaugural newsletter of the Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) was recently launched. The 24-page newsletter covers various news events and highlights the various areas of work and collaboration happening at GCZT. The mission of GCZT is to offer a platform to the Zoroastrian Community to come together and work together for the wellbeing […]
Dr. Adil Dalal’s Speaks On ‘Converting Stress to Peak Performance’
By Vahisté Sinor Dr. Adil Dalal, DBA, CEO – Pinnacle Process Solutions, Intl., and an award-winning, global transformative leader, recently shared his expertise in an titled ‘Stress to Success: Empowering Global Leaders for Peak Performance’, organized by Prism Healing Institute, on 4th April, 2024, at the offices of Nishith Desai Associates, one of India’s leading […]
Navsari Holds Zoroastrian Volleyball Championship 2024
The Zoroastrian Volleyball Championship 2024 was organised on 13th April, 2024, by the Ava Baug Cricket Club, in Navsari. Sponsored by the Parsi Cultural Division of the S B Garda College Trust, Navsari, the day-and-night tournament comprised 9 teams, which were established via an auction conducted two weeks prior to the tournament. The teams saw […]
Historical Snippets Of The Ever-Migrating Parsis
Adil J. Govadia In the 14th and 15th centuries ACE, Navsari was a thriving nerve center for all Parsi-Zoroastrians in India, considered to be the Dharam-ni-Tekdi (religious seat for Parsi priesthood). Although prosperous, flourishing and politically secure, the Navsari Parsis were unfortunately faced with various calamities, particularly the two vicious famines in 1630-31 and 1718-19; […]
Another Rescue By WAPIZ Helping Hands For Seniors
The need of the hour is a ‘STOP GAP’ Shelter, says Anahita Desai ‘WAPIZ Helping Hands For Seniors’ project has yet again come to the rescue of senior community member – 74-year-old Aspi, and given him a new lease of life. Aspi lives with his 86-year-old widowed sister, Perin. Their niece is their primary caretaker. […]
Celebrating The Interplay Of Life And Fire!
Today, 20th April, 2024, is Roj Adar of Mah Adar. In other words, it is the Parab of Adar – the Divinity that presides over fire. Little wonder that Roj Adar of Mah Adar is the day when several Agyari and Atash Behram were consecrated and enthroned, including the Holiest of Holy, Iranshah! Consecration is an act or manner of making […]
Vispy Kharadi Appointed Brand Ambassador of Fit India Movement
Vispy Kharadi, the symbol of fitness, adding to the pride of the community and the nation, has been appointed the Brand Ambassador of the Fit India Movement by the Government of India. This prestigious appointment comes as no surprise, considering Vispy’s remarkable achievements and dedication to promoting health and fitness. A 13-time Guinness World Record […]