A Global Gathering of Young Zarathushti Leaders The 3rd World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum (WZYLF) concluded on Tuesday, May 26, after eight transformative days at the beautiful ASHA Centre in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, bringing together young Zarathushtis from India, Pakistan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Germany for… Continue reading Young Zarathushti Leaders Gather at ASHA for 3rd WZYLF
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Empowering Our Future: The 3rd World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum Kicks Off at the ASHA Centre!
There is something incredibly heartwarming and hopeful happening right now in the beautiful English countryside. This week, our global youth movement took a massive leap forward as the 3rd World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum (WZYLF) officially got underway at the scenic ASHA Centre in Gloucestershire. The forum is, of course, the brainchild of its dedicated… Continue reading Empowering Our Future: The 3rd World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum Kicks Off at the ASHA Centre!
Heard of Zoroastrianism? The ancient religion still has fervent followers: National Geographic
Heard of Zoroastrianism? The ancient religion still has fervent followers National Geographic Magazine | May 2024 Article by Kristin Romey Once the faith of millions, a small but devoted number of adherents in Asia and North America keep the flame of faith burning. Farzin Yezishne, a Zoroastrian mobed (priest), performs a blessing ceremony at a… Continue reading Heard of Zoroastrianism? The ancient religion still has fervent followers: National Geographic
Rattan Kunj–Talati Bungalow: One of last century-old seafront Seven Bungalows faces demolition
Natasha Patel writes…. Throughout my life, I have spent countless man-hours explaining my building’s name to people – Talati Terrace. In a pool of new age, greek-god inspired Bombay building names and old school ones like Laxmi Niwas, Talati Terrace has always stood out like a sore thumb, an oddity—like most old Parsi things! So… Continue reading Rattan Kunj–Talati Bungalow: One of last century-old seafront Seven Bungalows faces demolition
‘Am I going to feel anything?’: Young Zoroastrians reconnect with their faith
Looking to ensure a future for the aging, mostly immigrant Zoroastrian community, the faith’s leaders in the United States are rallying young Zoroastrians to make friendships across demographic lines and rediscover their spiritual heritage. The fire altar at the Zoroastrian Association of California in Orange, California, on Sept. 1, 2023. Photo by Shawheen Keyani October… Continue reading ‘Am I going to feel anything?’: Young Zoroastrians reconnect with their faith
The Guildhall London: A Zoroastrian Takeover !
Sunday July 23rd shall henceforth be remembered as the day that 350 Zarathushtis from all over the world took over the fabled Guildhall of London. The current building was originally built in the 1400’s and then restored in 1666 after the Great Fire of London. Today this beautiful space is used for official function by… Continue reading The Guildhall London: A Zoroastrian Takeover !
Sweet Suggestions – Mielle Pâtisserie
Parsi Khabar’s Sweet Suggestions – Mielle Pâtisserie Our second feature is a dishy one! Etle, Rushad Cama, through his venture Mielle Patisserie makes many an occasion happy with his fabulous bakes. You want to order his fabulous makes which now include savories too. With a long-standing thirst to create delectable dishes with a focus on… Continue reading Sweet Suggestions – Mielle Pâtisserie
Rashna’s Belamour Boulangerie and Patisserie: Parsi Khabar’s Sweet Suggestions
Dear readers, we’re approaching Navroze. And mitthu monu is a must, diabetes and sugar free diets can wait, jara please! Therefore, over the next week we will be presenting a few Zoroastrian bakers, confectioners, makers of heavenly bliss. Our first showcase is Rashna’s Belamour Boulangerie and Patisserie, an artisanal small batch bakery helmed by Rashna… Continue reading Rashna’s Belamour Boulangerie and Patisserie: Parsi Khabar’s Sweet Suggestions
Arzan Sam Wadia In Conversation with With Hrishi K Radio One 94.3 FM
FEZANA President & Parsi Khabar founder Arzan Sam Wadia on India’s largest English radio station Radio One 94.3 FM speaking with the legendary Hrishi K on Parsi New Year Day. The interview was recorded in person at the Radio One studios in Mumbai on August 16, 2022. Hrishi K writes… To all my dear #parsi… Continue reading Arzan Sam Wadia In Conversation with With Hrishi K Radio One 94.3 FM
