Very often we come across plants, flowers and fruits and are unable to identify them. Pl@ntNet is an image sharing and retrieval app which helps in identification of plants, flowers and fruits. It is developed by scientists from four French research organizations and the Tela Botanica network. Once you install the app, just choose an…
January (1 to 31) You are blessed by divine energy this week. Good time to start new partnerships. You may buy new property or renovate the old one. Be Confident. Clear your confusion. Lucky Colour – Green, Lucky Crystal – Emerald February (1 to 29) This week brings good luck to you. Celebrate your success. Legal matters…
On 18th May, 2016, Igatpuri Zarthosti Anjuman Agiary celebrated its 129th Salgreh with over 50 devotees coming in from Mumbai, Surat, Deolali, Nasik and other neighboring cities. A morning Jasan was performed by Panthaky of Igatpuri agiary, Er. Tehmtan Bhikaji Karanjia, Panthaky of Kapawalla Agiary, Er. Jamshed Dinshawji Bhesadia, Er. Pervez Ankleshwaria and Panthaky of…
Parsi Times congratulates 12-year-old Sanaya Gandhi from Thane, who achieved an All India First Class First Rank in the Maths Olympiad at the Primary Level (V/VI Classes) and subsequently has been awarded the Ramanujan Scholarship. A student of Vasant Vihar School, Sanaya currently in the sixth grade, is passionate about Mathematics and possesses a flair…
The Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School has secured cent percent results for the ICSE exams (March 2016), with all eighteen Zoroastrian students having obtained distinction (above 75%). Parsi Times commends Principal Kashmira Gundevia and the staff for their untiring efforts towards securing such academic perfection as well as congratulates the brilliant performance of the young…
World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce (WZCC) was again proud to join hands with Holiday Program for Youth (HPY) to conduct a workshop for about 180 youngsters on Monday, 16 May 2016 at J.B. Vatcha High School for Parsi Girls, Dadar. The young participants were introduced to Mumbai Chapter Chairman, Adi Siganporia, who stated that Industry…
Ervad Shahren Balaporia, son of Urviz and Hoshedar Balaporia, was ordained as a Martab on May 14, 2016 (Roj Hormazd, Mah Dae) at the Bai Motlibai Wadia Adaran. The Martab ceremony was performed by Er. Eric Dastur and Er. Khushroo Kanga. Parsi Times wishes Er. Shahrenall the very best.
BisiBeleBhath BisiBeleBhath literally means ‘hot lentil rice’. Rice, lentils and vegetables cooked and flavoured with a spicy paste makes this South-Indian speciality a complete and satisfying meal – adish to relish in the rains. Ingredients: 1 cup-Rice ;3/4 cup-ToorDal (Red Lentils); 5 cups- Water; – 1/2 (chopped)- Onion; 2 (chopped)- Tomato; 2 cups- Mixed Vegetables(of…
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated,” said Gandhiji. In so much Roxanne Davur contributes greatly by having realized her love for animals into a full time occupation with ‘Probably Paradise’, Trust for Animal Welfare. Parsi Times Reporter Binaisha M. Surti catches up with the inspiring Roxanne Davur, who lives by and urges us all to adhere to her philosophy, ‘be kind and compassionate towards all creatures’.
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]The Homavazir’s 11th CBDA Scout Group entered into their 90th year on 10th April, 2016. During these formative years, the group has been tirelessly training cubs, scouts, and rovers producing numerous President Scouts through the game of scouting.[/otw_shortcode_info_box] The summer camp of Homavazir’s 11th CBDA (Central Bombay District Association) Scout Group was held…
Britain’s Exit from the European Union (or Brexit) has been making global headlines. With UK being the fifth largest economy worldwide, finance markets the world over will get affected due to Brexit. What does this auger for India’s financial sector? And how will this affect investments? Mehran Felfeli provides useful insights about Brexit and its impact globally and on India and the Indian investor.