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Our dear friend and Head of ESG at VFS Global Shireen Mistree speaks about “Navigating the Evolution of ESG in Service Industries.” The session focused on the current ESG landscape, uncovering trends and regulatory developments shaping the sector’s trajectory. Conversations dealt with discovering practical strategies for integrating ESG frameworks into day-to-day operations, from supply chain… Continue reading Business Sustainability Talks with Shireen Mistree, Head of ESG at VFS Global

The Parsi community wants the MP from Lucknow to allocate funds for maintenance of Hormazd Bagh (a building in the cemetery) which is in a debilitated state. The community also demands them to provide recurrent funds for maintenance of old graves in the aramgah (cemetery). Parsis began settling in the city during the times of… Continue reading Lucknow Parsis appeal to govt for funds to maintain community building

Avabai Wadia’s remarkable journey from a pioneering legal luminary to a trailblazer in family planning stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment to social progress. Article on Her Circle Born in 1913 into a progressive Parsi family in Colombo, her life’s work would leave an indelible mark on India’s landscape of women’s rights and… Continue reading Avabai Wadia: Architect Of Change In Indian Family Planning

Heard of Zoroastrianism? The ancient religion still has fervent followers National Geographic Magazine | May 2024 Article by Kristin Romey Once the faith of millions, a small but devoted number of adherents in Asia and North America keep the flame of faith burning. Farzin Yezishne, a Zoroastrian mobed (priest), performs a blessing ceremony at a… Continue reading Heard of Zoroastrianism? The ancient religion still has fervent followers: National Geographic

The UK-Portugal Business Awards, hosted by the UK Department for Business and Trade in Portugal, brought together two leading figures from Parsi heritage, Lisa Bandari and Dr Ricardo Tavares. This event was designed to reward and publicly recognise the entrepreneurial efforts of companies that have either, chosen the UK as an investment destination or, British… Continue reading Two Leading Figures From Parsi Heritage Celebrate The UK – Portugal Business Awards

The April 2024 Ba Humata Lecture shall be held on the theme “LOVE IS THE HIGHEST VIBRATION OF OUR DEEPEST REALIZATION”…Yasna 53.5 & Zarathushti Prayers Speakers Ervad Jal Panthaky  (Canada) Mahshad & Farzan Tachakara (Iran, Canada & UK) Delshad Sidhwa (New Zealand) Cyrus Mevawala  (United Kingdom) Moderated by Dr. Karishma Koka, PhD (Cambridge University, United… Continue reading Ba Humata Lecture Series: April 2024

Congrats to Nikita B. Surty as she wins the 2024 Women In Energy award for her dedication to transforming renewable energy in East Africa. Her journey showcases resilience and vision, aiming to redefine the sector. Under her leadership, Spenomatic Solar Home Solutions Ltd has thrived in small scale solar installations for homes and other small… Continue reading Nikita B. Surty Wins 2024 Women In Energy in East Africa Award

Own the Past brought the Parsi community of Kolkata together to celebrate their legacy, culture and food ahead of Navroz Jaismita Alexander | Telegraph India Noomi Mehta and Cyrus Madan, prominent figures in Kolkata’s Parsi community, regaled the audience with humorous anecdotes All photos by Upama Dutta Who is a Parsi? What is their history?… Continue reading Parsi history, humour and food flowed at Bawa Bhonu & Gupshup in Kolkatta