Naheed Divecha, ace shuttler from Greater Mumbai, won the Women’s Singles crown in the 2nd All-India Open Racketlon Championship, which was held at the Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana (WCG). Representing Bombay Gymkhana, Naheed played at the WCG courts in Santacruz (Mumbai), alongside over 70 players who participated in the Championship, from across the country. The highly-accomplished and…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] With the India Meteorological Department issuing warnings about the ongoing heat-wave in Mumbai and other parts of the country, it is imperative that we take certain measures to stay cool this summer, and more importantly, avoid a potential heat stroke. Here are a few top pointers: [/otw_shortcode_info_box] Stay Hydrated: Ensure that you…
The Young Rathestars, our community’s leading Young Social Welfare Association from Dadar Parsi Colony, held their annual Exhibition Cum Sale on the 26th and 27th of March, 2022. This is a platform given to promote Parsi entrepreneurs. 70 exhibitors across 136 tables displayed a range of products showcasing handmade articles related to the Parsi Culture….
Powerlifting power-couple – Hanoze and Friya Malesra, brought in much pride and joy to community by winning a Gold medal each in the Deadlifts Championship organised by the Amateur Powerlifting Association Suburban Mumbai, affiliated with the Maharashtra State Powerlifting Association, which was held on 3rd April, 2022. The strong couple won consecutive Gold medals again,…
Ahmedabad’s Parsi community greatly cherished its Jamshedi Navroz function, on 21st March, 2022, as it was graced by two eminent legal luminaries who took the stage, at the invitation of Ahmedabad Parsi Panchayat (APP). While retired Justice of Supreme Court, Er. Rohinton Nariman presided as the Guest of Honour, Justice Jamshed Pardiwala, Judge of Gujarat…
Multinational steel manufacturer, Tata Steel, appointed 65-year-old Noel Naval Tata, the half-brother to Tata Group patriarch – Ratan Tata, as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and an Additional Director of the company on March 28, 2022. Marking his ascent in the century-old, salt-to-software behemoth, Noel, who is on the board of other…
India’s top racer, Jehan Daruvala raced to his second podium finish of the season with a fighting drive from 14th to 3rd position, in Formula 2 Feature race at Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Corniche Circuit, on 27th March, 2022. 23-year-old Jehan from Mumbai’s Dadar Parsi Colony, began his weekend on the back foot after a mechanical…
– Little Known Gem Of Our Community’s History – Many community members may not know that the Parsee Zoroastrian Aramgah, at Badami Bagh, in Srinagar, is a heritage site that is part of Kashmir’s history. As per records available, in 1893, Maharajah Pratap Singh, the Maharaja of Kashmir, gifted by way of grant, a piece…
On March 23, 2022, Pakistan-based Roshan Bharucha – the only Zoroastrian in Pakistan to have been elected as both – Senator and Minister in the Federal Government – was felicitated with the prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz by the Government Of Pakistan for her selfless dedication, commitment and services in the field of Social Service. The ‘Star of Excellence’…
It was a moment of great joy and pride for Zoroastrians worldwide, as over 10,000 people attended one of the biggest ‘NoRooz 2022’ celebrations in Kurdistan, on 20th March, 2022, organized by Awat Darya and her group of volunteers from the Yesna Organization for the Development of Zoroastrian Philosophy. This was possible after months of…
Lord Bilimoria Awarded GG2 Ram Solanki Beacon Award 2022 The prestigious GG2 Power List – recognised as one of the most extensive guides to power and influence in the UK, yearly profiling 101 individuals of Asian background, who have made it to the top and whose achievements have been recognised on a global level – was…