No one is exempt from depression, the ‘common cold’ of psychiatric illness. We all go through it sometime, or the other — each in our own way. Besides, we all react to life’s innumerable problems differently. Depression affects more than 200 million people worldwide. In the worst scenario, it can lead to suicide. Over the…
The Dae Mahina nu Jasan was performed on Saturday 28th May, 2016, at Bai Avabai Ardeshir Wadia Agiary near Dhobi Talao. The Jasan was performed by Panthaky Shahvir Mehli Dastur and other mobeds. Established on 28th August 1843, the structure is in need of extensive reconstruction. Managing Trustee Godrej N. Dotivala, on behalf of co-trustees,…
The dynamic XYZ (Xtremely Young Zoroastrians) organised a weekend get-away to River Gate Resort, Karjat on 28th and 29th May, 2016. Over hundred XYZs, with families and friends, attended the overnight trip, organized by Shahazad Enterprises. The participants were accommodated in air-conditioned cottages and enjoyed numerous adventure-sports activities like flying fox, zip line and commando…
Farzeen Percy Harver of Bombay International School, Mumbai, scored a noteworthy 96.33% (578/600) in her ICSE Board Examination, 2016. At par with extra-curricular activities, Farzeen has also been adjudged the ‘Best Athlete’ in her school for three consecutive years from 2012 -2014, and a keen debate enthusiast. When asked about her key to success, Farzeen…
On Saturday 28th May the residents of Navazbai Contractor Baug, Mahim organized an eve of entertainment to bring together the young and old of the colony. Members from both age groups participated in fancy dress and dance competitions. Even children were innovative, especially a brother and sister duo – Thea and Mikhail Bharucha, who turned…
On Saturday 28th May, 2016 Air India and Indian Airlines’ serving as well as retired staff and their guests got together to witness their 70th annual Dae Mahino Jasan. It was held at the Cama Baug (Big Otla). Performed by Ervad Dinyar D. J. Modi and Firoze Navdar, merriment followed the jasan, with Farokh Gotla…
Parsi Times is pleased to share with our readers a new column of religious and inspirational excerpts from the acclaimed book, ‘Homage Unto Ahura Mazda’ by Dasturji Dr. Maneckji Naserwanji Dhalla. Thou art the foundation of my life. Thou art the lord of my body and mind and soul. I commend myself into thy hands….
Dear Editor, It is heartening to note that repairs/renovations are taking place at Doongerwadi. Wouldn’t this be a great opportunity to build a much needed crematorium which would not only give our community a safe and hygienic system for disposal of our dead with dignity but will also be of great convenience in holding obsequies…
Dear Editor, Every week we read about different Matrimonial Meets Organized by the BPP and other persons. Even during the HPY program, children are advised to choose life partners, and youngsters are told to marry early and have more children. But has anyone given a thought to Housing? Most do not have a house of…
Dear Readers, Academic results are out and we are all proud of our Zarthosti children who have secured exemplary percentages. Even as congratulatory messages pour in from relatives and friends, it is more a sense of relief than celebration that most parents and students feel. Indisputably, there’s no greater combination that guarantees such success, than…
In December 2015, around the time when the Iranshah Utsav was held in Udvada, Australia was awarded the host nation for the 11th World Zoroastrian Congress (Adult) for the year 2018, as decided by the Global Working Group Meeting. The specific date and place where the 11th WZC will congregate has now been announced as…