Having recently celebrated his 61st Birthday on August 29, 2022, the community’s and the nation’s foremost health guru – our very own Dr. Mickey Mehta has been rocking the Super-Sixties from the get-go! As one of the pioneers of India’s Wellness Industry with four decades of expertise and success under his belt, Dr. Mickey Mehta…
On 26th August, 2022, Keki Mistry, Vice-Chairman and CEO, HDFC was felicitated with the Lifetime Achievement Award, at the prestigious Financial Express (FE) Best Banks Awards, which honours standout performances across banks, NBFCs, SFBs and fintechs under challenging circumstances, as well as the success of individuals who have proven that they are a cut above…
Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat (APP) recently convened its Annual General Body Meeting at Sir Navroji Vakil Hall, Parsi Sanatorium Compound, A’bad. A Jashan Ceremony led by Er. Vazaan Dastur and Er. Farhad Kudiyanewala was performed prior to the AGM, which witnessed 250 members attending despite the heavy rains. Jt. Hon. Secretary Mr. Cyrus Sabavala informed members…
The Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Ltd., the community’s only Zoroastrian bank and a leading Urban Co-operative Bank, has shown overall excellent financial results for year ended March 2022. The Bank’s net profit increased to Rs.431.55 lakhs from Rs.105.02 lakhs, showing an impressive growth of 310.92%. It has declared 10% Dividend and also made adequate provision towards…
The Zoroastrian Association Center (ZAC) celebrated the auspicious occasion of Khordad Saal on August 20th, 2022, which comprised rituals, fun and festivity and was a joyous experience for all. Celebrations took place at the beautiful ZAC center located in the Orange County (Los Angeles) with the sanctum sanctorum of the Atash Kadeh facing east towards…
The Parsis and Zoroastrians of Switzerland celebrated Khordad Saal at the restaurant, ‘Urban Spice’, in Zurich. From the eldest – Rati Surti Puz and Fali Roowala, to the youngest (Jehaan Shroff – 3 months), the gathering comprised a merry and fun-loving bunch of 70 bawajis living out the celebratory spirit of ‘Parsipanu’ on the auspicious…
9th August, 2022 marked the 141st Birth Anniversary of Central Bank of India’s Founder, Sir Sorabji Pochkhanawalla, commemorated by MD & CEO – M V Rao, along with other Directors, GMs, dignitaries, and Chief Guest – Dr. Pilloo Hakim – the Founder’s grand-daughter, who garlanded the statue and the bust. The lamp-lighting ceremony took place…
As per news reports, the Mumbai High Court has permitted Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to demolish an over 100-year-old dilapidated ‘H N Petit Widows Home’, located in South Mumbai and has directed its occupants to vacate the premises. The ground plus five floor structure is more than 100 years old. It was used for providing…
ZWAS (Zoroastrian Women’s Assembly Of Surat) recently organized a 3-day long thrilling celebrations program, from 5 – 7 August, 2022, to commemorate 30 years of its commendable journey in serving the society, under the diligent duo Trustees – Maharukh Chichgar and Pilu Bhathena. The first day was an exciting mix of colour, creativity and culture…
On 7th August, 2022, the enthusiastic committee members and volunteers of Young Rathestars held the Mumbai Annual Grain’s Distribution program for Parsi beneficiaries, at Cama Baug. President of Young Rathestars – Arnavaz Mistry and Treasurer – Yasmin Mistry, spoke on the occasion about the activities conducted by Young Rathestars since its establishment in 1942. New…
The Godrej Baug Residents Welfare Association (GBRWA) celebrated India’s 75th Independence Day on 15th August at Eco-park, Godrej Baug with great pomp. Young Xerxes Billimoria and Vihaan Hakim hoisted the national flag, followed by the national anthem which was sung by all with much passion. After the flag hoisting, a performance by the youth of…