In pursuit of Good thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds. At four score & five, my desire to play Golf remains unabated. It is rightly said, golf is not just a game, it is a philosophy, another interesting four-letter word. I can write a thesis on this but the purport of this article is not Golf. In the course of my
Read moreA Beautiful and profound statement from the Denkard. The Denkard’s assertion that respecting and acting in accordance with the wishes of parents equates to “doing bandagi to God” (performing divine service or worship) highlights the immense value placed on filial piety within Zoroastrianism. This isn’t merely about obedience; it reflects a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of the moral and spiritual realms.
Read moreDubai Marina resident Tehemten Homi Dhunjiboy Mehta. Photo: Mazhar Farooqui At 103, Tehemten Homi Dhunjiboy Mehta walks unaided into a movie premiere. At an age when many struggle to walk, he climbs stairs to the theatre, greets strangers like old friends, and jokes with the ease of someone half his age. The Dubai-based Zoroastrian resident, who turns 104 on May 9, brushed off
Read moreThanks to the Zoroastrian Net, I was delighted to read of the existence of the Mehta Parsi Lying-In Hospital at Navsari. A maternity hospital established by the community donors to provide comfort & care to the community ladies in their hour of need, in this small town. A facility which started way back in 1912 for Parsi ladies only, as
Read moreCelebrating a Century of Trust: Share Your Memories for Our 100th Anniversary Book! For nearly a century, our co-operative bank has been a cornerstone of this community, built on the principles of tradition, trust, collaboration, and shared prosperity. As we approach our momentous 100th anniversary, we are thrilled to announce the creation of a special commemorative coffee table book to
Read moreThree Stars Shine Bright: Zara, Kyra, and Daisy Named ZAC Youth of the Year The Zoroastrian Association of California proudly celebrated the exceptional contributions of its young members by jointly awarding the prestigious ZAC Youth of the Year Award to three remarkable young women: Zara Xerxes Commissariat, Kyra Ashish Pithawalla, and Daisy Mehernosh Pithawalla. For Zara and Daisy, their connection
Read moreDid you know that one of India’s biggest business empires was once saved by a single loan? 💰 In the 1920s, Tata Sons was struggling financially. A wealthy landowner, financier, and strong promoter of education, Framroze Edulji Dinshaw, stepped in to help. He loaned them ₹1 crore—a staggering sum at the time. In today’s terms, that would be approximately ₹454
Read moreHidden treasures, forgotten stories, and a Fire Temple replica Among the latest additions is a wall tracing the Zoroastrian migration from Iran to India. Recreated drawing room of a Parsi China merchant showcasing intricately carved furniture adorned with Chinese motifs. (Express Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar) “For the longest time, there has been curiosity among non-Parsis about the Zoroastrian fire
Read moreZoroastrian Association of California (ZAC) was extremely honored to be issued the following Congressional Record/Resolutions passed by the U.S. Congress, through the offices of Hon. Congressman Lou Correa and his senior office field representative M/s Janet Brown, on the auspicious day of Nowruz 21st March 2025. Mr. Correa is the Congressional representative of the 46th District of California, where the ZAC center
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