Worli Crematorium’s Prayer Hall, Facilitating Post-Death Rites For Parsi-Zoroastrians, Celebrates 8 Years Of Service Bodies that were interred in the Dakhmas, or Tower of Silence, in a system called Dokhmenashini, to be eaten by carrion birds, were not being disposed off fast enough, creating unhygienic conditions. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal Mumbai:… Continue reading Worli Crematorium’s Prayer Hall, Facilitating Post-Death Rites For Parsi-Zoroastrians, Celebrates 8 Years Of Service
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Though I am Parsi, I love Punjabi culture: Khushi Sadry
Actress and singer Khushi Sadry, who is a Parsi by nativity, says she made a Punjabi debut in singing because of her love for the Punjabi culture and her friends who are largely from this region. Singer and actress Khushi Sadry’s latest Punjabi song, Tight Hug Sohneya is all about the nuances of being in… Continue reading Though I am Parsi, I love Punjabi culture: Khushi Sadry
Firdaus Kharas Appointed Officer of the Order Of Canada
Indian-born Parsi Awarded High Honour By Canada Ottawa, December 28, 2023: The Governor-General of Canada Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon announced the appointment of Indian-born Firdaus Kharas as an Officer of the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest honors. The Order of Canada is the centerpiece of the Canadian honor system.… Continue reading Firdaus Kharas Appointed Officer of the Order Of Canada
Secret Lives of the Wise Men
The scene of three ornately dressed potentates handing out the very first Christmas presents has been depicted in countless ways — in classical paintings, greeting cards and town-square tableaux. We know their names: Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar. They stand off to one side in a stable, accompanied by animals, shepherds and a few angels hovering… Continue reading Secret Lives of the Wise Men
V. Victoria Shroff Recognized with Kings’ Counsel, in British Columbia for her pioneering work in animal law
V. Victoria Shroff is humbled and grateful to be appointed K.C., King’s Counsel, for her contributions to the legal profession. Being recognized with the KC designation is a tremendous honour and milestone for Shroff personally and for the practice of animal law. She is likely the 1st animal law lawyer to receive this appointment. Only… Continue reading V. Victoria Shroff Recognized with Kings’ Counsel, in British Columbia for her pioneering work in animal law
Persis Ahrestani Named in Business in Vancouver’s 2024 “40 Under 40” List
Business in Vancouver has named Persis Ahrestani, Chief Financial Officer at Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver, as one of the “40 under 40” business leaders for 2024. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding individuals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. The following is an interview… Continue reading Persis Ahrestani Named in Business in Vancouver’s 2024 “40 Under 40” List
In War and Peace – The Life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, MC
in 2003 UNESCO’s PARZOR Project produced “In War and Peace” a documentary abou tthe life of India’s first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Directed by Jessica Gupta, the documentary travels back in time through Sam’s rich and unique life through a conversation with his grandson Jehan, bringing the past to life. The film has been an… Continue reading In War and Peace – The Life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, MC
Ba Humata Lecture Series: December 2023
The December 2023 Ba Humata Lecture series shall be on the topic “CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION FOR THE BETTERMENT OF OUR FUTURE GENERATION With reference to Yasna 28.2 & Yasna 29” Speakers: Mobed Saheb Zarrir Bhandara (USA) Mobed Saheb Zerkxis Bhandara (USA) Sanober Pardiwala (India) Natasha Mavalvala (Pakistan) Moderated by: Dr. Karishma Koka On Sunday, 3rd… Continue reading Ba Humata Lecture Series: December 2023
Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates the 7th Salgreh of their Atashkadeh
A Day of Celebration The 7th Salgreh of the Zoroastrian Association of California‘s (a FEZANA Member Association) Atash Kadeh was celebrated with great religious fervor and Parsi gusto on the 12th of November. The celebration started a day in advance with deep cleaning of the premises by volunteers Freny Bacha, Vira & Burjor Santoke, Dhun… Continue reading Zoroastrian Association of California Celebrates the 7th Salgreh of their Atashkadeh
