On Friday morning, Israel struck major nuclear facilities in Iran, in what it said was “pre-emptive military action” aimed at thwarting the nation’s attempts to build nuclear weapons. Article by Heena Khandelwal | Indian Express Although Zoroastrians form the majority, Mumbai’s Irani community also includes a significant number of Shia Muslims from Iran, currently estimated… Continue reading Iran tensions spark concern in Mumbai’s Persian heritage communities
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Finding Courage in Truth: Dr. Niaz Kasravi on Justice, Advocacy, and Action
In a compelling new episode of And Now, Love, host Cynthia Marks is joined by Dr. Niaz Kasravi—nationally recognized expert on criminal justice reform and human rights—for an unflinching conversation about equity, courage, and collective action. From her immigrant roots to founding the Avalan Institute, Dr. Kasravi’s path has been shaped by a deep commitment… Continue reading Finding Courage in Truth: Dr. Niaz Kasravi on Justice, Advocacy, and Action
Ervad Rooyintan Nozer Mehenty: The Journey of the Soul After Death
The Journey of the Soul After Death — A Zoroastrian Perspective Delivered at Devlali Agiary | June 12, 2025 We are honored to share a powerful and enlightening speech by Ervad Rooyintan Nozer Mehenty, delivered at Devlali Agiary on June 12, 2025. Drawing deeply from Zoroastrian scripture, Ervad Mehenty explores “The Journey of the Soul… Continue reading Ervad Rooyintan Nozer Mehenty: The Journey of the Soul After Death
Who Really Built Navi Mumbai? The Untold Story of Adi Kanga
Navi Mumbai — a dream that rose from the shores of the Arabian Sea and took the form of a modern, thriving metropolis. But behind this bold vision was one man: Adi Kanga. An unsung hero in India’s urban planning history, Adi Kanga was the mastermind who laid the foundation of Navi Mumbai. At a… Continue reading Who Really Built Navi Mumbai? The Untold Story of Adi Kanga
The story behind the centuries-old Parsi Gara embroidery
Part art, part archive, Parsi Gara embroidery is having a moment, thanks to the artisans keeping its legacy alive, one intricate nature motif at a time. by Ashdeen Lilaowala | Harper’s Bazaar Few textile traditions carry stories of myths and provenance quite like the Parsi Gara, catapulted into the limelight by Natasha Poonawalla at the… Continue reading The story behind the centuries-old Parsi Gara embroidery
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa Speaks about the Civil Casualties in Gaza
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, an American trauma surgeon who has volunteered in Gaza, briefed the United Nations on the injuries he has seen in children and pregnant women and what he called the deliberate destruction of a health-care system. ‘Rain of fire and death’: Doctor describes civilian casualties he’s treated in Gaza View video Clip here:… Continue reading Dr. Feroze Sidhwa Speaks about the Civil Casualties in Gaza
ZTFE at the Vatican: A Zoroastrian Witness to History
In April and May 2025, members of the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (ZTFE) participated in two extraordinary events at the Vatican: the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis and the Inauguration Mass of his successor, Pope Leo XIV. These milestones in the life of the Catholic Church offered not only solemn moments of reflection… Continue reading ZTFE at the Vatican: A Zoroastrian Witness to History
Looking for Parsi footprints in Delhi
From Kashmere Gate to South Delhi, the city’s Parsi community marks 100 years of influence across the national capital Article by Vivek Shukla | The Patriot Tucked inside the Parsi Anjuman is Delhi’s only Zoroastrian fire temple The mood was upbeat on April 6 as sleek cars pulled into the Delhi Parsi Anjuman Building—a space… Continue reading Looking for Parsi footprints in Delhi
Parsis of Delhi: How the small community survived, thrived and made the Capital their home
The first set of Parsis, who started settling in Delhi in the 19th century, were mostly shopkeepers and traders. Historian and author William Dalrymple mentions that during the Delhi siege of 1857, Parsi merchants undercut the prices of beer of their English competitors. By 1912 the population had increased from 27 to 74 Written by… Continue reading Parsis of Delhi: How the small community survived, thrived and made the Capital their home
