Meherbai’s gangubai (also called sexy-Sakubai by the Colony boys), took her usual annual leave for going to ‘muluk’ in the month of May but did not turn up for work even after forty days! This resulted in Meherbai getting all worked-up and taking out her frustrations on poor Merwanji. “Gangubai has not yet reported for work even…
Mani Bhavan: Located at Gamdevi, South Mumbai, Mani Bhavan is a two-storey building, which served as Gandhiji’s Bombay head-quarters for seventeen long and eventful years (1917-1934). Owned by Revashankar Jagjeevan Jhaveri, Gandhi’s friend and host during that period, the building attracts tourists globally view the room Gandhiji occupied; the Picture Gallery, Library Hall and the…
On 24th June, 2017, Dr. Kekoo Kavarana, our prominent 76-year-old veteran orthopaedic surgeon, passed away at the Breach Candy Hospital, succumbing to severe smoke inhalation injuries – the result of a fire breaking out at his residence at Malabar Hill, while he was asleep on 22nd June (Thursday). Medical sources explained that Dr. Kavarana was admitted to…
The Thane Parsi Zoroastrian Anjuman celebrated their Dae Mahino Jasan ceremony at the Cowasji Patell Agiary, Thane, on 3rd June, 2017, followed by a Humbandagi conducted by Er. Behramsha Sidhwa. The evening witnessed a talk on ‘Manomanthan to Manoranjan’ by Guest Speaker, Prof. Dr. Firdaus Shroff. Prof. Dr. Shroff was felicitated with a bouquet of flowers…
12-year-old Jehan Madan, son of Hutoxi and Farokh Madan, was ordained Navar on 9th June, 2017, at DD Umrigar Adarian, Fatehgunj, Vadodara. The ceremony was performed by Er. Hormazdiar Bhesania and Er. Kersi Bhesania. The family thanks all the Trustees, Mobeds and staff of the Adarian for their support.
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]Parsi Times continues to celebrate the successes of our young adults who have done exceedingly well in their academic performances in the Board exams across schools and colleges in India. Kudos to all our bright sparks who make our community proud![/otw_shortcode_info_box] A Khush Khushnum! 15-year-old Khushnum Daruwalla from St. Annes High School, Colaba…
From Dadabhai’s Descendants Noshir Dadrawala writes beautifully in his article on Dadabhai Naoroji to commemorate the Grand Old Man’s death centenary in his usual, fluid style. The photo in this article of June 24, 2017 issue shows Dadabhai writing with his left hand. Was he a leftie? Also, how many of you know that Dadabhai’s tea…
Enjoying The Rains, The Here, The Now.. Dear Readers, The rains have finally descended upon us in all their glory! And we will increasingly be wading through more potholes than road… stuck in those endlessly meandering traffic jams… cursing the accumulating and unattended heaps of filth gathering alongside the pavements, as we gingerly paddle our…
Peak helps you push your cognitive skills, train harder and use your time better with fun, stimulating games and workouts – in short – reach your Peak! The app chosen by Google, as one of the best android apps in 2016, helps you with free games that challenge your memory, attention, problem solving, mental agility,…
New York, USA: Zoroastrian Association of Greater New York (ZAGNY) sorrowfully shared the news about the passing away of Prof. Kaikhosrov Irani (KD and Keku to associates and close friends) on 29th June, 2017 at the age of 95. Born and educated in Mumbai on 1st May, 1922, Kaikhosrov Dinshah Irani graduated from St. Xavier’s…
January (Lucky Numero Tarot Card: Justice; Lucky Number: 11): Justice is on the cards and legal matters would get sorted. Ladies born in January are requested to come out of confrontational situations – be specific and clear in thoughts. You are blessed by divine energy. February (Lucky Numero Tarot Card: Sun; Lucky Number: 19): A month blessed…