Sacred Spiritual Cords

Since centuries, Zoroastrians have worn the sacred cord (kusti) as an article of faith. However, handwoven, ritually blessed threads or cords have been worn across various cultures and religious traditions to ward off negative energy, promote well-being and make the wearer feel spiritually connected or protected. Sacred threads have been part of not just the […]

Dr. Mahzarin Banaji Honoured As Carnegie ‘Great Immigrant, Great American’

Distinguished Parsi-American social psychologist Dr. Mahzarin R. Banaji has been named to the prestigious 2026 class of the Andrew Carnegie Foundation’s “Great Immigrants, Great Americans”, an annual recognition honouring 25 naturalised American citizens whose contributions have significantly enriched the United States. The announcement comes as US prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration […]