On the morn of 16th November, 2019, when one saw the Gujarat Express train from Mumbai making a special halt at Sanjan station, it could only mean one thing – it was our glorious Sanjan Day! Nearly a thousand proud Zarthostis, yet again, gathered at the grounds surrounding the Sanjan Stumbh to celebrate this auspicious…
Overcoming what seemed to be a stalemate for a long period of time, on 19th November, 2019, the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP) signed a new, 3-year Agreement with the Mumbai Mazdoor Sabha (MMS), for the welfare of the employees and workers of the Union. The Agreement was signed by BPP Chairman, Yazdi Desai and MMS…
One of our community’s most respected religious scholars, revered as the encyclopaedia on Zoroastrian religion and culture, Khojeste Mistree, recently held a four hour session with teenagers and adults in London, on ZTFE’s (Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe) repeat invitation, at the request of parents, keen on enlightening their children about our faith. He shared…
Having completed his MBBS from Mumbai and his post-graduation in Internal Medicine, Dr. Kayan Minoo Siodia recently cleared his National Board of Examinations – DNB Superspeciality, in the field of Cardiology. He has also contributed to the field of Cardiology by sharing his writings in journals including the Journal of American College of Cardiology. He…
Having recently launched his book, ‘OH! THOSE PARSIS!’: A to Z of the Parsi Way of Life’ in August this year, eminent lawyer and former journalist, Berjis Desai has unveiled yet another book of his writings titled ‘The Bawaji: Chronicles of a Vanishing Community’, on 9th November, 2019. Penned by lawyer, former journalist and columnist…
Malcolm Baug’s ‘November Fest’, held on 3rd November, 2019, turned out to be a huge success, with the event being attended by over 750 people through the day – and more importantly, greatly appreciated by all! The event was graciously inaugurated by Nariman Kotwal, Ex-trustee of Malcolm Baug Zoroastrian Association (MBZA). The food stalls were…
On 2nd November, 2019, an inspirational Religious Seminar – ‘From A Mobed’s Heart To Mobeds’ Hearts’ – featuring Ervad Zarrir Bhandara, was held at the Ripon Club in Mumbai, at 11:00 am. This event was attended by over 20 mobeds, including the ex-Principal of Cama Athornan Madressa, Er. Kersi Karanjia, alongside Chief Guest – BPP…
Zareer Patell of Secunderabad was recently awarded for ‘Outstanding Dedication and Contribution in the Field of Martial Arts, Fitness and Aerobics’ at the Virtuoso Awards, 2019. He was presented the prestigious award by Telangana Home Minister – Mohammad Mahmood Ali; and Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad – Anjani Kumar.
A newly discovered rock-carving (petroglyph) in West Iran could have a link to ‘Mithraism’, a prehistorical religion inspired by the Iranian worship of Zoroastrian god, Mithra. While some Iranian archaeologists suggest the carving was created by a Mithra follower as it depicts the portrayal of a human with his right hand raised and an object in…
XYZ Delhi-Agra tour, in partnership with Spenta Tours, from 26th – 30th October, 2019, turned out to be a fantabulous experience flavored with camaraderie and garnished with gastronomical delights for all the 29 participants. Organised by XYZ Founder – Hoshaang Gotla, Delnaz Sinor (XYZ) and Hoshang Jalejar (Spenta Tours), the itinerary included a guided tour…
On 2nd November, 2019, the community’s leading philanthropic institution – Zoroastrian Trust Funds of India (ZTFI), held its Feed A Family Diwali Special at Cama Baug. One of the leading charities to support the lives and livelihood of the community’s underprivileged, ZTFI provided its monthly Monetary Aid and distributed Foodgrain packets to over three hundred Zoroastrian…