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Ervad Tehemton Mirza Appointed as Vada Dasturji at the Iranshah Atashbehram

Udvada gets dual high priests after eight years Newly ordained Ervad Mirza speaks to mid-day about challenges that have plagued priesthood in recent years Article by Gaurav Sarkar |Mid Day Gujarat’s Udvada is home to the Iranshah Atash Behram, which holds a fire sacred to the Zoroastrians of India, burning continuously for over a millennium.… Continue reading Ervad Tehemton Mirza Appointed as Vada Dasturji at the Iranshah Atashbehram

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Farita Khambatta: From Tragedy To Thriving, How Did She Do It ?

Our dear friend Farita in a candid conversation with the Brainz Magazine From Tragedy To Thriving, How Did She Do It? – Exclusive Interview With Farita Khambatta As you get to know Farita Khambatta, you can’t help but be inspired by her stunning transformation that challenges our preconceived notions of what we are truly capable… Continue reading Farita Khambatta: From Tragedy To Thriving, How Did She Do It ?

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Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Fined Rs 43.30 Lakh by Reserve Bank Of India

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Thursday that it has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 43.30 lakh on Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Ltd for violating the rules. The penalty was imposed on the bank on February 6, the central bank said in a press statement issued on Thursday. Article Published on ANI It… Continue reading Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Fined Rs 43.30 Lakh by Reserve Bank Of India

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With bonfires and hope, Iran’s minority Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh and the end of cold winter days

Around the fire, people listened to bands playing music, theological lectures as they milled about eating and celebrating. Iranian Zoroastrian youth set fire to a prepared pile of wood in a ceremony celebrating their ancient mid-winter Sadeh festival in the outskirts of Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) TEHRAN, Iran (AP) —… Continue reading With bonfires and hope, Iran’s minority Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh and the end of cold winter days

Thrilling Victories and Spirited Competition Marks Second Season of Pune All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball Tournament

The Parsi Gymkhana came alive with the thunderous cheers of over 200 spectators as the second season of the All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball tournament unfolded, proudly sponsored by Yohan Ponawalla and organized by the Zoroastrian Youth Association, Poona Zarthosti Seva Mandal, and Zoroastrian Sports Association. Pune : Thrilling Victories and Spirited Competition… Continue reading Thrilling Victories and Spirited Competition Marks Second Season of Pune All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball Tournament

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Zoroastrians illuminate mid-winter night in UNESCO-listed festival

TEHRAN – On Tuesday evening, clusters of Iranian Zoroastrians in various cities such as Tehran, Yazd, Shiraz, and Kerman came together to celebrate the ancient Sadeh festival. TEHRAN – On Tuesday evening, clusters of Iranian Zoroastrians in various cities such as Tehran, Yazd, Shiraz, and Kerman came together to celebrate the ancient Sadeh festival. Article… Continue reading Zoroastrians illuminate mid-winter night in UNESCO-listed festival

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