On 21st January, 2023, the merry Parsis of Auckland, New Zealand, organised a Khushali Nu Jashan, at the Dar-be-Mehr, providing a lovely opportunity for the Zoroastrian community to come together and start the New Year on an auspicious and positive note. The Jashan also provided an opportunity to bid farewell to Er.Yazad Karkaria, who would…
A meeting was held at the Mancherji Joshi Hall of the Dadar Athornan Institute (DAI) on 29th January, 2023, which was well attended by students and most parents, from Mumbai and Gujarat. The meeting was held to inform parents about the promising incentive scheme for current and prospective students of the Institute (Dadar Madressa), encouraging…
Recently, a meeting of the Federation of Parsi Zoroastrian Anjumans of India was held in Mumbai. The meeting was scheduled for two days and I attended the same in my capacity as Jt. Honorary Secretary. However, I left just before lunch on the first day itself because of the proverbial ‘bad blood’ I saw spilling…
The Federation of Parsi Zoroastrian Anjumans of India (FPZAI) held its Annual General Meeting on 21st and 22nd January, 2023, after a gap of nearly three years due to Covid restrictions, at the Banaji Hall (Banaji Atash Behram Compound), in Mumbai. Attendees: 35 Anjumans attended the 2-day meeting, hosted by the Bombay Parsi Punchayet. The…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”] Khushroo B. Panthaky is a Chartered Accountant and a Senior Partner with 38 years of experience in an Accounting and Audit firm. [/otw_shortcode_info_box] The Budget 2023 lays emphasis on economic growth through capital expenditure, all-round inclusive development, supportive business environment, reduced compliance burden and reduction in the tax outgo for individual…
India’s leading racing champ and the pride of our community – 24-year-old Jehan Daruvala, from Dadar, Mumbai, will race for reigning Formula 2 champions – ‘MP Motorsport’ of Netherlands, as he returns to the Formula One feeder series in 2023. An established front-runner in the category, Jehan will drive alongside Norwegian Dennis Hauger, his Prema…
Dear friends, I have a question for you – Do you have a healthy gut? If your answer is, “I guess,” or “I don’t know,” or “I’m not sure,” you’re not alone! It’s challenging to know what’s ‘normal’ for everyone or if there’s an issue that needs to be discussed or shared. The good news…
Karachi-based prominent business personality, sportsperson and philanthropist, Byram Dinshawji Avari, passed away in a hospital in Karachi, on 22nd January, 2023, at the age of 81, after a prolonged illness. His funeral prayers were held the next day at Khorshed Villa, inside the compound of Beach Luxury Hotel. He is survived by his wife, Goshpi and…
A few days ago, I met a friend who argued that prayers and rituals are not in accord with the spirit of the Gatha or the message of Zarathushtra. His emphasis was only on wisdom, rational thinking and the simplistic notion of good thoughts, good words and good deeds. I concurred with him that the…
Parsi Times is delighted to share Republic Day honours in the form of the Padma Shri – one of the nation’s highest civilian honours – bestowed upon two of our exemplary community members; An island named after a Param Vir Chakra (PVC) Awardee; and an Indian Army brave-heart conferred the prestigious Ati Vishisht Seva Medal….
Budding motorcycle champ, 22-year-old Kayan Zubin Patel, resident of Rustom Baug (Mumbai), has started 2023 with yet magnificent astounding win, making the community very proud indeed! Kayan won first place in the prestigious ‘All India KTM RC CUP’, Mumbai selection, out of 120 participants, including the top 40 qualifiers. KTM India’s RC Cup is the largest motorcycle racing…