This is an exciting moment in our Zarathushti History for which we are grateful to Lord Karan Bilimoria. Bravo. Motion Moved by Lord Bilimoria in the British House of Lords on the Zoroastrian contribution to the UK That this House takes note of the contribution made by minority ethnic and religious communities to the cultural life and economy of the United
Read moreI’m currently practicing Sepultura, and it’s taking quite a time. After all it is “Sepultura” 🙂 So i decided to play “Chaiyye Hame Zarthoshti” This thought came into my mind out of no where. This wasn’t planned. It was like some Higher being Or my conscience telling me to try this one out. Well, i guess.. i’m the only individual
Read moreBetween 1951 and 2001, when the country’s population increased by 185%, the number of Parsi-Zoroastrians fell by 37.7%. This probably explains why no other community in India watches its demographics as closely as the Parsi-Zoroastrians. While the country measures its demographic milestones in decennial censuses, the Parsis have an annual count that is keenly studied by community members who are
Read moreWZO’s 2012 Seminar on Zoroastrian Religion, History and Culture Held in association with the World Zarathushtrian Trust Fund Venue: Gulbenkian Room at the International Students House 229 Gt. Portland Street, London W1W 5PN Sunday 10th June 2012 Click Here for details and Seminar Handout Courtesy : Behram Pastakia
Read moreDear ZTFE Members & Well-wishers It is with great delight and gratitude that we report the following excellent piece of news, for our ZTFE and all brother religious communities. Our most distinguished UK Zoroastrian, Lord Karan Bilimoria of Chelsea has succeeded in his efforts to bring to the notice of the nation the ZTFE 150th Anniversary and the contribution made by
Read moreYoung Zoroastrians are invited to apply for Vakhshoori Scholarships for the academic year of 2012-2013. Seven scholarships were awarded this year, and the Vakhshoori Scholarship Committee looks forward to receiving your applications for the coming year. The Vakhshoori Scholarship mission is: Promoting leadership among Zoroastrian youth in academia, public life, and the arts. This one-time grant helps finance undergraduate or graduate study by talented young
Read moreParsi Gym is a place open for people of all region and religion and provides swimming training too to underprivileged children. The Parsi Gymkhana, which is situated in Camp, was built way back in 1895 by Sir. D.M. Petit with the cost of nine thousand rupees. And the place is a huge hit with people as it has 300 club
Read moreParsi Embroidery: A Fading Art Parsi embroidery is yet another example of how a century-old art can be so relevant, without putting up with those bleeding colors. Parsi embroidery is a unique part of India’s diverse textile heritage. This unique artistic tradition has its roots in Iran during the Bronze Age but with time it has drew influences from European,
Read moreZarathushti Youth Without Borders One of the long term goals of the First Strategic Plan of FEZANA was to nurture Zarathustis willing to serve the poor and disadvantaged members of society, with like minded Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s). Roshni Kasad, orignially from New Jersey, now based in California, who had served with Manav Sadhna, an NGO working with children in
Read moreBats and slippery tunnels aren’t really normal props to celebrate 75 years of an association. But when it comes to Jamshedpur Parsi Association’s (JPA) platinum jubilee, expect the unexpected. Members of the feisty and adventurous community enjoyed a two-day stint at an adventure camp in Tumung in East Singhbhum, 25km from Jamshedpur, on May 12 and 13 to celebrate their
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