– Instrumental In Saving Over 1,500 Lives! – Setting the noble precedent of philanthropy and ‘giving’ for the community, California-based Er. Zarrir Bhandara truly leads by example when he says, “Live your religion – put prayers into practice.” As of 18th March, 2022, Er. Zarrir Bhandara has now donated platelets/plasma for the 501st time, saving…
It was a divine coincidence indeed that the 150th Humbandagi, which took place on 23rd March, 2022, on Ava Roj, at the Bhikha Behram Well, coincided with the Paani-nu-Parabh (Ava Mahino, Ava Roj). With none of the usual Jashans (generally performed elsewhere in the city) taking place, and community members unable to visit the waters…
With the recent relaxations in Covid protocols announced, the Parsee Gymkhana Managing Committee decided to hold its traditional Jamshedi Navroze function, after an interval of two years. The event, which was heavily subsidised for members, saw a huge turnout and much merriment. The 800 plus crowd was treated to a lavish spread by Cater-Inc, the…
21st March, 2022 marked a joyous occasion for the residents of Sir JJ Hospital Parsi Ward (No. 28 sphere), headed by Arnavaz Jal Mistry, celebrating the auspicious occasion of Jamshedi Navroz. The traditional Navroz Jashan, which has been carried out since the last 34 years now, was performed, much to the joy of the resident…
The residents of Bai Maneckbai N. Chenoy Agiary complex, Hyderabad, celebrated Jamshedi Navroz on 20th March, 2022, welcoming the advent of spring. As per tradition, a contributory common ‘Jamshedi Navroze Table’ was laid out at the Agiary hall. To ensure everyone’s participation, one item on the Table was contributed by each family. Around 75 Zarthostis…
07India’s racing champion and pride of the community, Jehan Daruvala opened his bid for the Formula 2 title with a second-placed finish in the Sprint race of the championship’s first round in Sakhir, Bahrain, on 20th March, 2022. The 23-year-old Mumbai resident, who races for Prema Racing and is a member of the Red Bull…
Doongerwadi has witnessed many burglaries over the years, as also complaints of anti-social elements misusing the Doongerwadi premises. Unauthorised outsiders coming and parking their cars was another issue needed to be addressed. In keeping with constant appeals by community members to install cameras, Anahita Yazdi Desai approached Soonu Buhariwalla offices for donation, which the generous…
On 23rd March, 2022, the Zarthostis of Thane gathered to celebrate and pay respect to the most respected Ava Ardvi sur banu, which is revered in the form of the holy well, at the Cowasji Patell Agiary compound, in Thane, Maharashtra. With the blessings of Ava Yazad, the water in the well is never depleted,…
Singaporeans will now have a chance to learn more about the Parsi Zoroastrian community, numbering about 350 here, with the opening of a Parsi and Zoroastrian museum on 14th March, 2022, located at Zoroastrian House, Desker Road in Rochor. The museum showcases Parsi history, traditions and Zoroastrianism, one of ten recognised religions in Singapore. The…
The pride of our community and the toast of the Indian judiciary, Justice Shahrukh Jimi Kathawalla retired on 23rd March, 2022, after serving for a glorious 14 years, as the much respected judge of the Bombay High Court. On the eve of his final day in office, he received farewells organised by the Bombay Bar…
India’s Huafrid Billimoria became the second runner-up on 12th March, 2022, in ‘Ironman Dubai 70.3’, one of the world’s toughest triathlons. The 24-year-old, Mumbai-based athlete, achieved this milestone despite having Dystonia (a condition causing involuntary muscle contractions and twisting movements), thus proving that the one thing bigger than your disability is your undaunting ambition. Organised in Dubai, the…