Monthly Archives: July 2017
Kainaz Jussawalla’s New Book
Secrets, secrets and more secrets….the characters in this debutante novel ‘Coffee Days, Champagne Nights and other secrets’, of author Kainaz Jussawalla, seem to be having secrets come out of their closets and woodworks by the dozen. From the innocent Punjabi girl leading a baffling dual life, to the strong counsellor fluxed in the face of her own dilemmas; from the
Read moreSari Draping – Parsi Style
Parsi style looks best when you use a Parsi Gara sari to drape with. It is worn traditionally after the Sari Perawani ceremony, which is a rite of passage ceremony in the Parsi community. This sari is best worn with simple classic jewellery like pearls. Like any other saris, you’ll have to wear a blouse and a petticoat beforehand. Take
Read moreYoung Professionals Program (YPP)
The application for the 2018 Selection Process for the Young Professionals Program is open from June 14 – July 28, 2017. Please, make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements before you start the application process. NEW! Check out the Facebook Live: Q&A with World Bank Young Professionals Program for useful tips and information. Eligibility Program Features Selection Cycle Application Process The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a
Read morePARSI PAGHDIS AND PHETAS: ARMIN POONIWALLA
If there is one piece of our daily attire that has practically disappeared in the last century, it is headgear. And nowhere is it more noticeable, than the Parsis. Every single picture of Parsis right up to the early 1950’s saw the men with headgear. Mostly the paghdi or pheta adorned the crown of every respectable Parsi gentleman. Sadly that
Read moreList of WZCongress Awardees at a glance (2000- 2013)
North America – 2000 Outstanding World Zarathushti Award Kaikhosrov D. Irani World Zarathuhsti Award for Humanitarian Service and/or Philanthrophy Mobed Mehraban Zaratoshty World Zarathushti Award for Excellence in Business and Profession Dr. Jamshed J Irani World Zarathushti Award for Performing Arts, Painting and Literature Zubin Mehli Mehta World Zarathushti Youth Award for Outstanding leadership Kerman Yazdi Jasavala International Design Competition
Read moreOn-Lyne Z-Products
Currently all products available anywhere in India with FREE Shipping This is an interpretation of Prophet Zarathushtra. Especially made for children with a message to learn from! Simply mount it on the wall for the kids to enjoy or place it on your desk.Great addition to a kids room.Great for gifting! The frame is 8″ x 10″ and the back
Read moreLegendary “horse whisperer” gets affectionate farewell
Last Sunday was a red letter day in the life of I n d i a ‘s l e g e n d a r y “horse whisperer“ Rashid Byramji. After regaling three generations of horseracing fans, the master craftsman retired from the game, officially.Although the racing world knew him as a horse trainer, Byramji was in fact a sculptor.
Read moreFali Chothia Charitable Scholarship now accepting applications
The Fali Chothia Charitable Trust is now accepting applications for its 27th annual scholarship awards. Scholarships are open to Zoroastrian students in North America enrolled in four-year or graduate-level programs. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, extracurricular activity and community service. They are given as outright gifts or no- and low-interest loans. The Fali Chothia Charitable Trust was
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