On 25th December, 2017, Dadgah ‘Asha Vahishta – The Zoroastrian Center’, was inaugurated in Pune, under the umbrella of Association for Revival of Zoroastrianism (ARZ), which will have its doors open to intermarried Parsis and their children, as also Zoroastrian enthusiasts who seek a greater understanding about the religion. A jasan ceremony was performed which…
Highlights [otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]IUU 2017 proved to be everything that it promised… and then some! Bringing together the Indian and global Zoroastrian community at the most pious of all places – our Pak Iranshah at Udvada – with the aim of celebrating and honouring our culture, history and great Zoroastrians, the IUU’s second chapter in…
. Our community has always been known to be at the forefront of answering the call of civic responsibility, especially when it comes to being sensitive towards our environment and the upkeep of the city. The Parsi/Irani Zoroastrian community has its belief firmly rooted in maintaining the sanctity of our natural elements – fire, air,…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” background_color=”#fce8a1″ css_class=”boxed”]What started as a mere idea incubated by Dasturji Khurshed Dastoor with the aim of bringing together Zoroastrians from all across the globe in celebration of our culture and glorious heritage, gained the much-appreciated support from our Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and the rest, as they say, is history! Fast-forward to…
When the very first Iranshah Udvada Utsav was held in December 2015, Australia was awarded the host nation for the 11th (Adult) World Zoroastrian Congress for the year 2018, as decided at the Global Working Group meet. Brandishing the motto, ‘Together Towards Tomorrow’, four days, dated 1st to 4th June, 2018, will celebrate the coming…
Return to Roots, the five-year old Zoroastrian youth-oriented global initiative is gaining momentum worldwide, with an increasing number of Zoroastrians showing an interest to participate in the movement which seeks to strengthen community identity amongst Zoroastrian youth the world over, by reconnecting them with our culture and past glories. Launched at the North American Zoroastrian…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]In keeping with the main essence of the Iranshah Udvada Utsav, that is, Zoroastrian Unity and Solidarity, religious and cultural scholar, Noshir Dadrawala, shares the reality of how the only way forward towards prosperity and glory is by being united and understanding each other…[/otw_shortcode_info_box] . Most communities see us as prosperous. But, that’s…
The Dadar Athornan Institute commemorated its 98th Annual Prize Distribution ceremony and the 100th birth anniversary of its Ex- Principal Late Er. Rustomji Noshirwan Panthaki, on 10th December 2017, at the Mancherji Joshi Hall, with Principal of JB Vachha High School, Bannu Makoojina as the Chief Guest. Attended by President of the Athornan Mandal, Vada…
Weddings are coming, weddings are coming, Jewelers, caterers, couturiers are coming too, Designer dresses, shoes by Choo Antique sarees, Gold-rich kors, resplendent garas, Chocker sets and old-time vaaras Pagris and daglis fine. It’s time to wine and dine There are songs in the air, There’s joy everywhere ‘cause it’s the wedding time. Come September (Not…
Fatigue has become a common phenomenon across age groups today. The word itself refers to a feeling of extreme tiredness as a result of mental and/or physical exertion or illness. In this competitive world we tend to constantly push our limits, living from deadline to deadline. We give ourselves little time to recoup mentally. Driven…
Two years ago, TVS showcased its Akula (Shark, in Russian) concept motorcycle which enamoured enthusiasts with its aggressive stance. The wait is finally over. On December 6, 2017, TVS Motor launched its most advanced and expensive product till date – the TVS Apache RR 310. The RR 310 incidentally is also the first fully faired…