Parsiana was founded in in November 1964 by Pestonji Warden. The magazine covered articles about the Parsis, their Zoroastrian religion, history, traditions, and the fierce debates that grips the small but vociferous community from time to time. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal Parsiana, the Parsi fortnightly published from Mumbai, will shut down… Continue reading Iconic Parsi Fortnightly ‘Parsiana’ To Shut Down In October After 60 Years Of Chronicling Community Affairs
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Tehmina Kaoosji Named to Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025
We are delighted to share that Tehmina Kaoosji, a respected journalist, communications strategist, and advocate for gender equality, has been named one of Tatler Asia’s Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025. This distinguished honour celebrates 300 of Asia’s most promising young changemakers—leaders whose work is shaping a more just and dynamic future across the region. A… Continue reading Tehmina Kaoosji Named to Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025
ZASHA Retreat Launches: A Landmark Gathering of Zoroastrian Women Leaders at the ASHA Centre
Today marks the opening of the inaugural ZASHA World Zoroastrian Women’s Leadership Retreat, a transformative, week-long gathering of dynamic Zoroastrian women leaders from around the globe. Hosted at the serene and historic ASHA Centre, this multigenerational convergence welcomes voices from Canada, the United States, India, Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. Gloucestershire, UK —… Continue reading ZASHA Retreat Launches: A Landmark Gathering of Zoroastrian Women Leaders at the ASHA Centre
New Virginia Law Criminalizes Nazi Iconography, Protects Sacred Swastika
Virginia’s House Bill 2783 went into effect on July 1, making the public display of Nazi symbols a criminal offense and formally distinguishing Adolf Hitler’s “Hakenkreuz” from the sacred Swastika, a symbol central to several world religions. The bill is being hailed as a milestone by community organizations for acknowledging a key cultural and historical… Continue reading New Virginia Law Criminalizes Nazi Iconography, Protects Sacred Swastika
Professor Zubin Sethna appointed to United Kingdon All-Party Parliamentary Entrepreneurship Advisory Board
We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Professor Zubin Sethna has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Entrepreneurship. This news was shared by Regent’s University where Zubin teaches. We’re thrilled to share that Regent’s academic, Professor Dr Zubin Sethna, Professor of Entrepreneurial Marketing & Consumer Behaviour and… Continue reading Professor Zubin Sethna appointed to United Kingdon All-Party Parliamentary Entrepreneurship Advisory Board
Del Irani’s Experian Exchange Breaks Through with 1.7M+ Views Per Episode, Redefining B2B Storytelling
Del Irani, Reaches 1.7 Million Views per Episode with Experian Exchange Zoroastrian journalist and media trailblazer Del Irani has achieved a remarkable milestone with Experian Exchange, the corporate video series she hosts. Each episode of the show now garners over 1.7 million views, marking a major success in the world of business media and storytelling.… Continue reading Del Irani’s Experian Exchange Breaks Through with 1.7M+ Views Per Episode, Redefining B2B Storytelling
Iran tensions spark concern in Mumbai’s Persian heritage communities
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
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
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
