The number of girls born in the Parsi community in Mumbai dipped from 104 in 2010 to 87 in 2011, according to data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The average annual births within the Parsi community over the last five years was 113 boys and 101 girls. “The figures reflect a strong preference… Continue reading Only 87 girls born in the Parsi community in 2011
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XVI NAZC 2012 Launches iOS and Android App
In a first for a Zarathushti event anywhere in the world, ZAGNY and the hosts of the XVI NAZC 2012 are happy to announce the launch of their App. This app is free and is available for immediate download for both Apple iOS and Google Android platforms. To download for Apple iOS: Download Android: Download
Parvez Jamasji: Maharashtra gives Rs 111 a month to 1971 war hero
They are ready to lay down their lives for the country, often shed blood for it. But when it comes to repaying our war heroes, the country cuts a sorry figure. By Nauzer K Bharucha | TNN Take the instance of Squadron Leader (retired) Parvez Jamasji, who flew hundreds of sorties into East Pakistan during… Continue reading Parvez Jamasji: Maharashtra gives Rs 111 a month to 1971 war hero
Bombay High Court To Consider Exempting Parsis from Two Child Norm
The government could consider exempting the Parsi community from the ‘two-child norm’, the Bombay high court suggested on Wednesday. Hearing a matrimonial dispute case between a city-based Parsi couple, a division bench of Justices P B Majmudar and Anoop Mohta was informed of incentives given to Parsi couples to have more children. By Shibu Thomas… Continue reading Bombay High Court To Consider Exempting Parsis from Two Child Norm
Punchayet to provide house to divorced Parsi
A man — embroiled in tenancy dispute with his wife over a flat a sprawling flat at Cusrow Baug in Colaba in south Mumbai — has got accommodation, thanks to the Parsi Punchayet. By Urvi Mahajani | DNA The matrimonial dispute which would have gone on for years has been settled quickly with the involvement… Continue reading Punchayet to provide house to divorced Parsi
Sethna’s 18th West Bombay Scout Group Offer Service to Kappawala Agiary
Parsis and Boy Scouts have been synonymous since the early part of the 20th century. And India’s oldest Scout Group, the Sethna’s 18th West Bombay Scout Group leads from the forefront. As the oldest continuously running Scout Group in the country it has been the incubator of many a Parsi/Zoroastrian Scout Troops in Bombay. Below… Continue reading Sethna’s 18th West Bombay Scout Group Offer Service to Kappawala Agiary
A One Day Workshop for Parsi Irani Zoroastrian Girls and Boys
Learn all about your religion — Zoroastrianism • Ask all the questions you ever wanted to ask • Find out what it means to be a true Zoroastrian. VENUE : The Alexandra Girls’ English Institution 31, Hazarimal Somani Marg, Fort, Mumbal 400 001. DATE : Saturday, 28th April 2012 TIME : 9.00 a.m. to 6.00… Continue reading A One Day Workshop for Parsi Irani Zoroastrian Girls and Boys
Jamshedpur Parsis: Prayers at Fire Temple ring in Parsi New Year
It was a day of happiness and devotion at the Fire Temple here on Wednesday. Clad in traditional attire, members of the Parsee community celebrated Jamshed-e-Navroze, the Parsi New Year, by conducting special prayers, greeting each other and enjoying delicacies. By Parvinder Bhatia | The Pioneer Dressed in their best, the men arrived at the… Continue reading Jamshedpur Parsis: Prayers at Fire Temple ring in Parsi New Year
A gung ho spirit and business acumen: The Parsi Community
Parsis are said to have come to the city during the reign of 3rd and 4th Nizam Apart from the delectable cuisine that includes ‘Patra ni machi’ the other cultural element for which the Parsi community is known for is the ‘gara work’. By Syeda Farida | The Hindu Today, the traditional embroidery is lapped… Continue reading A gung ho spirit and business acumen: The Parsi Community
