26th May, 2017 marks the 186th Birth Anniversary of one of our most revered, prayed-to and loved saints, Jamshedji Sohrabji Kukadaru Saheb. Known as the Zarthosti Saint of the 19th Century, Dasturji Kukadaru’s life is exemplary about unparalleled devotion to Ahura Mazda, Zarathustra and their beautiful creation – the Mazdayasni-Zarthosti Religion. Born on 26th May,…
Every year, Dae Mahino, Khorshed Roj is observed as Zarthost-No-Diso, or the day that our beloved prophet, Zarathustra left the earthly, mortal life. This year, Zarthost-No-Diso falls on Wednesday, the 24th of May, 2017. Special prayer sessions are organized on this day, with prayers and religious discourses focusing on the life and works of our…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]This week marks the 61st Death Anniversary of Dasturji Dr. Maneckji Naserwanji Dhalla, the author of this column which shares excerpts from his acclaimed book, ‘Homage Unto Ahura Mazda’. Born on 27th September, 1875, Dasturji Dhalla practiced as a High Priest in Karachi, and held a doctorate in Literature. He believed and advocated…
Burjor Dustoor is a well-known actor who’s dynamic talent spans across all mediums – theatre, Bollywood, Hollywood, International feature films, TV serials, TV commercials, music videos, et al! Though he’s also regarded as a travel connoisseur and a foodie, it is his acting talents that he is best known and loved for. A professional theatre…
Loosely inspired by the Bengali Ramdhanu and the Malayalam Salt Mango Tree, Hindi Medium mirrors the agony and woes parents endure while securing admission for their kids in schools. Chaudhary, in his third feature after Pyaar (and Shaadi) Ke Side Effects, has crafted a delightful and light-hearted comedy which expounds on the trials and tribulations…
[otw_shortcode_info_box border_style=”bordered” css_class=”boxed”]Parsi Times brings you our monthly ‘Religion Special: Parab Series’, by our religious scholar and cultural expert, the erudite Noshir Dadrawala. Every month, we share with you a deeper understanding of this auspicious day of the month – the Parab – when the mah (month) and the roj (day) coincide. Here’s celebrating this…
Not all books (however enthralling they may be) need to be translated into cinematic versions and Half Girlfriend — whatever that means to Mr. Bhagat — certainly needn’t have. The opening frames of the film show a desolated Madhav having been left high and dry by his not–yet–quantified girlfriend. Rewind to flashbacks — Madhav Jha…
Jamshed Bhagwagar was elected as Gujarat State Coordinator from Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (BCS) on 22nd April, 2017, at a ceremony held in Pune. This platform seeks to transform the outlook of young minds and strengthen foundation of Indian democratic leadership. Being an active BCS participant since four years, Jamshed is associated with a few NGOs…
In the meeting of Rotary Club of Mumbai South on Thursday 4th May 2017, H E Kumar Iyer, British High commissioner gave a speech on the present economic policy.
The 31st chapter of the Holiday Programme for Youth (HPY) marked the start of a new chapter in the lives of fifteen-year-old participants at the JB Vaccha High School, on 7th May, 2017. The inauguration ceremony that commenced with a short prayer by Er. Rohinton Pavri, was attended by Chief Guest, Dr. Coomi Vevaina, internationally…
The Experiment in International Living (EIL) – Bombay Center, Community Chairperson (CC) 2014 – 2016, Viraf K Mistry received the ‘Best Center Trophy’ for the year 2015–2016, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The trophy was received by the Bombay Center after several years, under the leadership of Mistry and his team, with Bombay Center scoring 697 points, followed…