Dear Readers, Despite our small numbers, Parsis have been hailed as the pioneers of modern India. We form one of the most successful minority and migrant groups in the world – less than 0.005% of India’s population. Even so, we command unparalleled respect by all, as our achievements stand out as tall and glowing examples…
The Zoroastrian Dentists Organization (ZDO) celebrated its 66th Anniversary on (DATE) with an exciting scientific meeting at Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, with Chief Guest, legal luminary Dr. Ervad Burjor Antia, senior partner, Mulla & Mulla Solicitors. Other dignitaries present included Dinshaw Mehta – Ex-BPP Chairman; Dr. Framroza Antia – renowned dental surgeon; Dr. Firoze…
84-year-old London-based Ervad Rustom KaiKhusroo Bhedwar, the much-loved and respected Honorary Life Member and Trustee of the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (ZTFE), passed away at Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow (London), on 20th February, 2020, confirmed Malcolm Deboo, President, ZTFE. Born on 24th March, 1935, Er. Rustom Bhedwar had been facing health issues over the…
The ‘WE’ or Women Entrepreneurs – Ladies Wing of WZCC, Mumbai, has planned an exciting event for International Women’s Day this year with an interactive program on Fashion which will comprise a keynote address and a panel discussion with Tasneem Merchant – Professor at National Institute of Fashion Technology and designer; Rashna Sanjana – Co-Founder…
મરહુમ મહારાજ શ્રી સ્વયંજ્યોતિના સહકાર્યકર્તા જયેશ એમ. ગોસ્વામી .+ ARIES | મેષ: અ.લ.ઈ. શુક્ર જેવા ચમકતા ગ્રહની દિનદશા ચાલુ હોવાથી ગામ પરગામ જવાના ચાન્સ છે. ત્યાં જવાથી મનને શાંતિ તથા નાણાકીય ફાયદો પણ મળશે. બીજાના મદદગાર બની શકશો. તમારી મનપસંદ વ્યક્તિને મળી શકશો. દરરોજ ‘બહેરામ યઝદ’ની આરાધના કરજો. શુકનવંતી તા. 29, 1, 3, 4 છે….
– Parsee Gymkhana Retain Stranglehold – . The change of venue – Cusrow Baug to Rustom Baug – did little to alter the fortunes of reigning champions Parsee Gymkhana (Marine Lines), as they steamrolled to victory in four of the five events held at the magnificent Rustom Baug indoor pavilion on the 22nd and 23rd…
On 22nd February, 2020, the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of India (ZTFI) held its ‘Annual Fest ’20’ at Cama Baug, in Mumbai – as a Fund-raiser, to sustain and boost its numerous charitable ventures. Known as one of our community’s leading philanthropic organizations dedicated to uplifting the plight of the underprivileged, ZTFI’s comprehensive and diverse altruistic…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_type=”border-top-bottom” border_style=”bordered” border_color=”#0c0b75″ background_color=”#c1e1f7″]3rd March, 2020 marks the birth anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, regarded as the legendary ‘Father of Indian Industry’. The founder of India’s largest and most reputed conglomerate – the Tata Group, his pioneering efforts contributed greatly to India’s industrialization. An exceptional entrepreneur, his practice of infusing compassion in business, remains…
February 23, 2020, marked the 13th Convocation ceremony of Tanya Computer Centre, dedicated to the cause of Computer Education for the Blind, founded by Tanya Balsara, a visually impaired visionary, who has personally taught 250 blind students into becoming computer literate, with most of them now employed in the Public Sector. Speaking on the occasion,…
The book Pioneering Parsis of Calcutta, written by Prochy N Mehta and published by Niyogi Books, was launched by Aveek Sarkar, Vice Chairman and Editor Emeritus of ABP Group, at the Olpadvala Memorial Hall, on 18th February, 2020 at the Olpadvala Memorial Hall in Kolkata. The book cover – with the image of a Parsi…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]Daisy P. Navdar is a teacher by profession and a firm believer in the efficacy of our Manthravani. She is focused on ensuring that the deep significance of our prayers is realized by our youth. She credits her learnings and insights, shared in her articles, to all Zoroastrian priests and scholars whose efforts…