Eminent retired Supreme Court Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman delivers a scholarly lecture on “The Zoroastrian Kusti Prayers” on the occasion of the Iranshah Udvada Atashbehram Salgreh in April 2024.
Month: April 2024
Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians
Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians A year short of turning 300, the Bhikha Behram Well in the heart of Churchgate is not only sacred to Parsis but is a city institution. Here’s an insight into the wells history and recent restoration by AD100 architect Kirtida… Continue reading Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians
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
Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Dar-E-Meher in Secunderabad Wins INTACH Heritage Award
Khorshed S. Chenai the President-Parsi Zoroastrian Anjuman of Secunderabad & Hyderabad writes in to inform us We are thrilled to announce that the Khan Bahadur Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Anjuman Dar-E-Meher (Anjuman Agiary), Secunderabad, has been honoured with the prestigious INTACH Heritage Award. Mr. Homi D. Chenoy, Hon. Secretary-Trustee, PZASH, collected the award on behalf of… Continue reading Edulji Sohrabji Chenai Dar-E-Meher in Secunderabad Wins INTACH Heritage Award
Shahin Bekhradnia Speaks About Nowruz at the House Of Lords in the United Kingdom
The celebration of Nowruz is becoming better known these days, possibly because UNESCO recognized it in 2010 as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity. And Wikipedia, calling it Persian New Year, lists around 20 countries where it is currently celebrated. Yet, as Shahin Bekhradnia explained in the House of Lords just one month ago on Nowruz… Continue reading Shahin Bekhradnia Speaks About Nowruz at the House Of Lords in the United Kingdom
Farida Irani Speaks About Navroz at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney
Our dear friend Farida Irani spoke about Navroz at the Powerhouse Museum in Paramatta, Sydney, Australia Below is a video of her presentation.
Two Leading Figures From Parsi Heritage Celebrate The UK – Portugal Business Awards
The UK-Portugal Business Awards, hosted by the UK Department for Business and Trade in Portugal, brought together two leading figures from Parsi heritage, Lisa Bandari and Dr Ricardo Tavares. This event was designed to reward and publicly recognise the entrepreneurial efforts of companies that have either, chosen the UK as an investment destination or, British… Continue reading Two Leading Figures From Parsi Heritage Celebrate The UK – Portugal Business Awards
