Know Your Bombay! – 25th February 2017

Know Your Bombay! – 25th February 2017

[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]Parsi Times brings you interesting facts about our beloved Bombay! Explore this city’s amusing history and get to know why and how so many streets and places got their names with KYB![/otw_shortcode_info_box] Byculla During the late 18th century, Byculla was an extension of Mazagaon, one of the seven islands that originally formed the…

TechKnow With Tantra: GBoard – Google’s Smart Keyboard

TechKnow With Tantra: GBoard – Google’s Smart Keyboard

GBoard, the smart keyboard from Google has been upgraded. In addition to the basics like predictive text, swipe, multiple language support, etc., GBoard allows you to Search Google and share, right from your keyboard! For example, when you type a mail or text or Whatsapp on your phone, sometimes, you need to give directions and…

The Metaphysics Of Avestan Prayers

The Metaphysics Of Avestan Prayers

The word ‘Metaphysics’ implies something that goes beyond the physical matter of our observation and experience. Avestan Prayers are Manthric compositions which have a tremendous effect on the mind, thinking, psyche, emotions, consciousness and everyday life. Manthra is a path towards salvation, a secret and sacred key towards peace and bliss, particularly in present times…

Chomp And Cheers: Grilled Fish In Lemon Butter Sauce And Cherry Tiramisu

Chomp And Cheers: Grilled Fish In Lemon Butter Sauce And Cherry Tiramisu

Grilled Fish In Lemon Butter Sauce: Ingredients: 90 ml White Wine; 125 ml – (1/2 cup) Fresh Cream; 20g Butter; 300 gms Boneless Fish Fillets (Basa or Pomfret); Salt to taste; Black Pepper to taste; 20 ml Lemon Juice; 10 gms Chopped Parsley; Oil-olive oil if possible; Flour to dust. Method: In a bowl, add…

Alternative Materials For Wooden Furniture

Alternative Materials For Wooden Furniture

[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]HOME IMPROVEMENT: The ‘Woodish Interiors Look’, is catching on as the preference of an increasing number of people, as it seamlessly adds a sense of both – sophistication and warmth – to the interiors. Be it furniture or flooring, wood seems to be in demand for various reasons. As such, we are aware…

Fashion Wear By Dilnaz Karbhary

Fashion Wear By Dilnaz Karbhary

[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]PT Push endeavours to promote the spirit of entrepreneurship and is dedicated to furthering the cause of all in our community who wish to share their efforts with our readers, and look to gain your support for their entrepreneurial ventures.[/otw_shortcode_info_box] Dilnaz Karbhary started her career at the age of 19 with one of…

Parkinson’s Disease And Homeopathy

Parkinson’s Disease And Homeopathy

[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]The much sought-after, Dr. Kerfegar Rashid Wadia, is our community’s third generation Homeopath physician – son of the nationally and globally eminent Dr. Rashid S. Wadia and grandson of the equally renowned Dr. Sarosh R. Wadia. Dr. Keregar’s specialty and success lies in his unique ability to provide solutions based on his rich…

The Bullmastiff

The Bullmastiff

[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]The Bullmastiff is gaining popularity as a family dog whose love and devotion can be rivalled by few other breeds.[/otw_shortcode_info_box] Bullmastiffs are a fairly recent breed, with their ancestry being traced back to 1860. At that time in England, the gamekeepers were having difficulty keeping the estate and game preserves free from poachers….

Cowasji Patell Agiary Celebrates 237th Salgreh

Cowasji Patell Agiary Celebrates 237th Salgreh

The pleasant morning of 21st February, 2017, had the Thane Zarthostis rejoicing in pride to celebrate the 237th Salgreh of the Seth Cowasji Patell Agiary, organized by the Trustees of the Thana Agiary Fund. The Agiary building came alive with rich floral torans and bouquets marking the main entrance and adorning the frames in the…

Ride The Wild Winds

Ride The Wild Winds

Our Community’s love for vehicles is one of its greatest unifying factors! There are various stages of this patronisation – right from hobbyist, to an enthusiast, to being passionate about it, to downright obsessive! 19th February, 2017 saw a spirited bunch of likeminded motorcycle enthusiasts converge on Marine Drive, Mumbai for a ‘togetherness bike ride’!…