The group intends to collect Rs5 crore and disburse the amount within next two months. To revive the ‘entrepreneurial spirit’ among Parsi-Zoroastrians, the community has decided to fund business ideas from young members. Article by Yesha Kotak | Hindustan Times “There was a time when our community was known as the community of businessmen, but… Continue reading Parsis to promote and fund start-ups of youngsters from the community
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Dr. Farhang Mehr: A Pillar of Strength and Faith
Around the world, Zoroastrians mourn the loss of one of their brightest lights. By Lylah M. Alphonse Dr. Farhang Mehr rose through the ranks of academia and politics in Iran, shaping economic policy there before fleeing persecution during the Islamic Revolution and settling in the United States. An accomplished scholar, dedicated public servant, and pillar… Continue reading Dr. Farhang Mehr: A Pillar of Strength and Faith
WZCC Plan to help Parsi Entrepreneurs
World Zarathushti Chamber of Commerce – India (WZCCI) and WZO Trust Funds (WZOTF) are delighted to announce a joint plan to support entrepreneurs / professionals / start-ups by funding selected projects in India with interest-free loans. The principal amount only would have to be returned, over a pre-determined period. WZCCI and WZOTF would like to… Continue reading WZCC Plan to help Parsi Entrepreneurs
Avestan A new Fragrance Line
Our dear friend Adil Mistry points us to the launch of a new fragrance labelled Avestan Georgia Murray at Refinery 29 writes… The upcoming launch, Avestan, is named for the sacred Eastern Iranian language known only from its use in Zoroastrian scripture, religious texts ascribed to one of the world’s oldest faiths. There will be… Continue reading Avestan A new Fragrance Line
Singaporean Musician Zephyr Khambatta Smashing Cultural Boundaries Overseas
Yangon, Myanmar was the stage last week for Zephyr Khambatta’s duo Stadiums to launch their debut single The Other Side, featuring Charles ENERO, Singapore’s top battle rapper. The song premiered on air on Teen Radio Pyinsawadi’s primetime slot at 6pm to a warm reception by the local audience. The 30-minute interview that was also live… Continue reading Singaporean Musician Zephyr Khambatta Smashing Cultural Boundaries Overseas
Jashne Sadeh – A Historic Celebration at Zoroastrian Association of California
Our dear friend Meher Amalsad sent us this beautiful write up of the Jashne Sadeh in Los Angeles, California Meher Amalsad writes … On February 18, 2018, under the esteemed guidance of our religious class teachers Houtoxi F. Contractor, Shazneen Gandhi, Gulshan Pagdiwalla and Ervad Zarrir Bhandara, for the first time a historic event was… Continue reading Jashne Sadeh – A Historic Celebration at Zoroastrian Association of California
March 8 proclaimed by United Nations in 1977 as International Women’s day
On the occasion of International Women’s Day we feature an Op-Ed by our very dear friend and mentor Dolly Dastoor March 8 proclaimed by United Nations in 1977 as International Women’s day On this special day we wish to congratulate Zarthushti women all over the world on their achievements big and small. Much has been… Continue reading March 8 proclaimed by United Nations in 1977 as International Women’s day
Iranshah Atashbehram – A Documentary
A local Indian TV channel shot this short documentary on Udvada and the Iranshah Atashbehram. The documentary has some very unique aerial drone videography that shows aerial views of Udvada and the Iranshah Atashbehram that is probably a first. Those that have been interviewed, sadly show a certain lack of knowledge about the Iranshah Atashbehram… Continue reading Iranshah Atashbehram – A Documentary
Veteran actor Shammi dies at 89
She acted in many movies and quite a few popular TV serials such as ‘Dekh Bhai Dekh’ and ‘Zabaan Sambhal Ke’ among others. Veteran actor Shammi, who acted in over 200 films and some popular television serials, passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. She was known for her impeccable comic timing. She was… Continue reading Veteran actor Shammi dies at 89
