Have you ever dreamed of seeing your words come to life and being celebrated for them? Here’s your chance! The Global Council for Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) has announced the The Ethics of Giving: A GCZT Writers Award Contest, inviting writers 15-35 years of age from...
The Avestagenome Project® and ‘Longevity India’ Initiative of Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Sign Landmark Agreement
To Advance Scientific Research in Aging, Longevity and Precision HealthcareBENGALURU, India, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Avestagenome Project® International Pvt. Ltd., a trailblazer in genomics and preventive health innovation, has entered into a landmark research...
Timelessness Is at the Centre of Our Aesthetic and Practice: Ashdeen Lilaowala
Known for reviving and reimagining the intricate art of Parsi Gara, designer Ashdeen Lilaowala now extends his craft into bridal couture with his capsule collection Once Upon A Dream. In an exclusive conversation with DC, Ashdeen reflects on his journey—from childhood...
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman Passes Away
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali S Nariman passed away. He was aged 95 years.The veteran jurist was awarded the Padma Bhushan in January 1991 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2007.A distinguished constitutional lawyer, Fali S Nariman has argued several landmark...
Ervad Tehemton Mirza Appointed as Vada Dasturji at the Iranshah Atashbehram
Udvada gets dual high priests after eight yearsNewly ordained Ervad Mirza speaks to mid-day about challenges that have plagued priesthood in recent yearsArticle by Gaurav Sarkar |Mid DayGujarat’s Udvada is home to the Iranshah Atash Behram, which holds a fire sacred...
The rocky road to success with Architect Behzad Kharas
Our dearest friend and brilliant architect and designer Behzad Kharas in a candid conversation with Nukul Jain about his upbringing, family, business and ambitions.
Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Fined Rs 43.30 Lakh by Reserve Bank Of India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Thursday that it has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 43.30 lakh on Zoroastrian Co-operative Bank Ltd for violating the rules.The penalty was imposed on the bank on February 6, the central bank said in a press statement issued...
With bonfires and hope, Iran’s minority Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh and the end of cold winter days
Around the fire, people listened to bands playing music, theological lectures as they milled about eating and celebrating.Iranian Zoroastrian youth set fire to a prepared pile of wood in a ceremony celebrating their ancient mid-winter Sadeh festival in the outskirts...
Thrilling Victories and Spirited Competition Marks Second Season of Pune All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball Tournament
The Parsi Gymkhana came alive with the thunderous cheers of over 200 spectators as the second season of the All Parsi Men’s Volleyball and Women’s Throwball tournament unfolded, proudly sponsored by Yohan Ponawalla and organized by the Zoroastrian Youth Association,...
