The sprightly 73-year-old Arnavaz Jal Mistry is one of the most popular names in the community. Known for her inexhaustible and constant community service and humanitarian initiatives, one is left in awe, marveling at her energy, passion and drive to offer selfless service to humdins, for over the past three decades of her life. Arnavaz…
31st January, 2021 (Roj Farvardin – Mah Shehrevar) commemorated the auspicious re-opening of the newly renovated, century-old Bai Dhunbai M. Tarachand Bungli (Lower Bungli No. 3 and 4), at the sacred Doongerwadi in South Mumbai. This was made possible by generous donor, Soonu Buhariwalla, who magnanimously stepped forward and donated towards the much-needed revamping of…
Munificent Donor Noshir Gotla Epitomises Saying: ‘Parsi – Thy Name is Charity!’ The morning of 18th October, 2020, marked the auspicious unveiling of the newly renovated Bhabha Bunglis, at the Doongerwadi, in South Mumbai. Present for the inauguration were current and former BPP Trustees as also some of our community’s respected personalities including Kersi Randeria,…
When Lord Karan Bilimoria speaks, the world listens! And so it was on the evening of October 3rd, 2020 (IST) when he charmed and mesmerized the participants who had logged on, to gather the pearls of his wisdom that he was sharing, on the topic, ‘Lessons Learnt From Covid-19 Crisis’, in a webinar organized by…
The Parsis have always been the forerunners in establishing iconic educational institutions across the country. The city of Mumbai boasts of several such prominent schools and colleges which are a testament to the Zoroastrian spirit of spreading the light of education. On the occasion of Teachers’ Day on 12th September, 2020, the H’ble Governor of…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] Parsi Times caught up with the one and only Dr. Mickey Mehta, one of the world’s foremost Holistic-Living and Wellness Guru, on the occasion of his 59th Birthday. PT writer, Razvin Namdarian shares an enlightening conversation with him and returns ‘Mickeymized’ with a crash course in Spirituality, Physiology, Mindfulness, and of course,…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] Parsi celebrations are synonymous with a good spread of delicious food. In fact, for most of our foodies (and most of us are foodies!), food itself is good enough reason to celebrate! Little surprise then, that we elevate this gourmet celebration into an evolved epicurean experience! PT Writer, Razvin Namdarian engages in…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] Next week marks the 116th Birth Anniversary of the great JRD Tata – as much the pride of the Parsi Community as of the nation. PT Writer Razvin Namdarian pens a tribute to the life and times of the man who symbolised greatness itself! [/otw_shortcode_info_box] Some people may be born with a…
If there is one sentence that parents get fed up of hearing through the summer vacations, it’s “I’m bored!” Invariably, this is the lament of most kids during the vacations and the summer of 2020 has been rather unique to say the least! With the lockdown brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, children’s frustration levels…
If there ever was a time for being thankful to our forefathers for establishing that unique institution – ‘the Parsi Baug’ – it is now! Indeed, during the lockdown period triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, when many people are coping with a sense of isolation, we in our ‘Baugs’ feel a kindred sense of community. …
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]Love or hate them, the fact remains that within these gated communities created by our forefathers, the Parsi identity is still reigning strong![/otw_shortcode_info_box] Take a walk around any of the baugs that dot ‘Aapru Bombay’ – Cusrow Baug, Rustom Baug, Wadia Baug, Navroze Baug, Malcom Baug… chances are that you will find yourself…