Dear Readers, The onset of the holy Muktad days heralds an atmosphere of serenity and purity in fire-temples and homes, alike. Many take the effort to spruce up their homes in advance, preparing for ten of the holiest days of our religion, culminating into New Year. Offerings of special daily prayers, fresh flowers in polished…
Re: Dokhmenashini Plea Rejected When the Gujarati High Court has dismissed the community plea to allow Dokhmenashini, it is probable that the Bombay High Court will follow suit. There’s no doubt that the life and safety of citizens is more important than religious sentiments. But it’s painful to watch our dearest ones proceeding on their…
Calling all our readers to caption this picture! Winning Caption and Winner’s Name Will Be Published Next Week. Send in your captions at editor@parsi-times.com by 18th August 2021. [otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] Disclaimer: Some of our ‘Caption This’ Contest photos are taken from freely available, public online resources and are published in a light and humorous…
XYZ Foundation’s Bandra/Mahim group – Rustom’s Rockstars (RR), held a Social Service Drive titled, ‘Let’s Be Someone’s Umbrella’, distributing umbrellas to underprivileged children in semi-urban and rural Mumbai. RR sourced the umbrellas from the NGO – ‘Access Life’, which supports pederastic cancer patients, and also donated Rs. 15,000/-. Umbrellas were supplied to children living in…
The Zoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) performed the auspicious Vandidad Sadeh ceremony, which comprises the reciting of 22 chapters of the Vandidad, as part of their annual fundraiser. The ceremony was performed to invoke divine succour to help the world get rid of the deadly Delta variant and to receive an abundance of blessings from…
Secunderabad’s Seth Viccaji Meherji and Seth Pestonji Meherji Dar-e-Meher, also known as the city’s Old Parsi Fire Temple, celebrated its auspicious 174th Salgreh on 31st July, 2021, with a Jashan ceremony at 10:30 am, followed by distribution of chasni and snacks. All Covid safety protocols were strictly adhered to. The Dar-e-Meher was consecrated on Roj…
A much-loved figure in Mumbai’s cinema circles and eminent film critic – Rashid Irani – passed away at the age of 74. He lived alone and was found dead at his residence in Dhobi Talao, South Mumbai, on 2nd August, 2021, and likely breathed his last on July 30, 2021. A former accountant and co-owner…
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[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” background_color=”#e8e8e8″] Veera is a published Author (‘Endured’ and ‘#LoveBitesLifeHacks’) and Columnist; a passionate Educator and Counsellor; Poet and Philosopher… but most of all, a lover of all things literary. [/otw_shortcode_info_box] No matter who you choose to marry, partner or single out, there are always early signs that distinguish a man from the boys….
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” background_color=”#e8e8e8″] PT’s Parsi Pride Brigade celebrates the academic performances of our young achievers who have triumphed in the Board exams, across schools and colleges. We are delighted to feature our bright sparks who make our community proud! We invite you to celebrate your success too with our community and feature in PT’s Parsi Pride…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” background_color=”#e8e8e8″] Parsi Times brings you Dr. Jasvi’s column on her unique Numero-Tarot monthly readings, based on your month of birth: [/otw_shortcode_info_box] January (Lucky No. 17; Lucky Card: Star): This is the time for you to take care of your health. Finances will be stable. You are an expert at what you do and…