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Parsi Gate At Marine Drive Mumbai to be restored soon

The Parsi Gate, a heritage structure located just opposite Taraporewala Aquarium at Marine Drive, will soon be restored by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The place is used by Parsi people to offer prayers to water. Article by Bhagwan Parab | Asian Age The Parsi Gate structure has two pillars of Malad stone with concrete… Continue reading Parsi Gate At Marine Drive Mumbai to be restored soon

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In the Kitchen: Nowruz celebrates spring

Last month was the Chinese (Lunar) New Year, and now March brings the celebration of the Persian/Iranian New Year, Nowruz, which starts on the vernal equinox (March 20 this year in the States). Article by Faith Bahadurian |Central Jersey Nowruz has been celebrated by people from diverse communities for thousands of years, throughout Western and… Continue reading In the Kitchen: Nowruz celebrates spring

Parsis to promote and fund start-ups of youngsters from the community

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

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

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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

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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

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