Gandhi discusses his latest film Paswaar, the Parsi community, loneliness, and moreData from the Elders Helpline that was published earlier this year has revealed that 70% of the elders who reached out to the helpline reported abuse from 2022 to 2025. Filmmaker Shayar...
Victorian Leader Dilnaz Billimoria Honoured for Promoting Multiculturalism
Melbourne’s Zoroastrian community has reason to celebrate as Dilnaz Billimoria was recognised with the Promotion of Multiculturalism Award at the 2025 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards, held at Government House on October 22, 2025.Image: Victorian senior Dilnaz...
The Bizarre Connection Between a Cow Painkiller and the Disappearance of India’s Vultures
On a hill in Mumbai surrounded by banyan trees lies the Doongerwadi grounds. It is home to the city’s ancient Towers of Silence. For centuries, members of India’s small Parsi community brought their dead here for one final act of faith. In keeping with Zoroastrian...
MJ Bhumgara: In early 20th century, a Parsi cricketer from Surat was a star in Los Angeles
Parsi cricketer MJ Bhumgara, a personal friend of KS Ranjitsinhji, was recognized as a proficient 'twirler' spinner in the cricketing world of early 20th century California.Article by Avijit Ghosh | TNN NEW DELHI: USA cricketers with an India connection have enjoyed a...
In Chennai: A temple, a baug and a way of life
Zarine Mistry, a resident of Sterling Road, shares insights into the Parsi community in Chennai, highlighting Anjuman Baug's significance. Additionally, the article mentions Delkhush Delicacies, operated by Mahiyar and Zavera Shroff, known for their popular Parsi...
Navsari Youth Continue Ghee Khichdi Ritual in 2024
The 100-year-old tradition in the Parsi community of indulging Varundev for good rains is still intact today. In it, the youth of the Parsi community go from house to house and collect ghee and rice and make khichdi in groups.
At second-ever global convening, Zoroastrian youth seek a more connected future
Youth from the ancient faith campaigned to fund an interfaith center in England to promote the goals of inclusivity and interorganizational communication. World Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum youth leader Fravash Chothia after the Jashan, or blessing, prayer...
Insight into your surname with Kaevan Umrigar
Filmmaker Kaevan Umrigar has a humorous take on Parsi surnames Kaevan Umrigar | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Kaevan Umrigar is a Mumbai-based writer and documentary filmmaker. He is also a surname analyst i.e.; he researches Parsi surnames to trace their...
Lt Gen Zubin Minwalla Assumes The Command of Indian Army Trishakti Corps
Lt Gen Minwalla's leadership comes at a crucial time as the corps continues to fortify India's defense capabilities on its eastern frontiers.In a significant military leadership transition, Lt Gen Zubin Minwalla has taken command of the prestigious Trishakti Corps,...
