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Ancient texts reveal how Persian and Greek rule shaped language in Central Asia

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A new study by historian Rachel Mairs brings together written evidence from ancient Central Asia to examine how language and script changed across the region during the Achaemenid and Hellenistic periods. The research focuses on areas such as Bactria, Sogdiana, Arachosia, and Gandhara, which today fall within Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Pakistan. The study appears in a recent Cambridge University

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Mumbai: Parsi-Zoroastrian Community Marks 200th Humbandagi At Historic Bhikha Behram Well In Churchgate

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The Parsi-Zoroastrian community gathered at Mumbai’s historic Bhikha Behram Well in Churchgate to celebrate the 200th Humbandagi and the 13th Foundation Day of XYZ. The event featured communal prayers and cultural activities aimed at preserving Zoroastrian heritage. Members of the Parsi-Zoroastrian community gather at Bhikha Behram Well in Churchgate to celebrate the 200th Humbandagi and promote cultural fellowship | Photo

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How a Parsi saved Mumbai

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The Son of the First Parsi Family of Mumbai along with the Original Inhabitants of Mumbai who are the Kolis had saved the Isle of Bombay, the Fort of Bombay and the City of Mumbai from an Invading Force which had taken all the Islands of Mumbai except for the Isle of Bombay This Reel Covers The First Parsi Family

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Iran League Library

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Why was the Iran League established? The Iran League was established in 1922 with Sir Hormusjee Dinshaw Adenwala as its Founder President. Since then it has been functioning to the mark and with full enthusiasm, with certain objects in view. The main purpose of the Iran League was to renew and strengthen cultural and other relations between India and Iran.

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NCM Champions Landmark Seminar On Parsi Community’s Survival And Growth – Full Report with all presentations

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– Berjis Desai And Dinshaw Tamboly Deliver Compelling Calls For Reform And Revival – In a significant move to safeguard one of India’s most influential yet numerically vulnerable groups, the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) hosted a high-level national seminar titled, ‘Parsis in Modern India: Navigating Cultural and Socio-Economic Pathways.’ Held at Mumbai’s Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, on 9th May, 2026, the high-level gathering

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Sacred Purification (Bareshnum) @ Inner Renewal Retreat (Open to all Zoroastrians)

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An Immersive Experience in Advanced Spiritual Purification. This four-day retreat offers a rare opportunity to experience Bareshnum, the highest Zoroastrian purification ritual traditionally undertaken by Mobeds before advanced inner-liturgical ceremonies. Modeled on advanced priestly preparatory practices, the retreat will focus on: • Purification of body, mind, and spirit by Bareshnum ritual • Ritual cleanliness, intention, discipline, and inner awareness •

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Inviting nominations for the World Zarathushti Community Awards

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🏆Inviting nominations for the World Zarathushti Community Awards🏆 Let’s celebrate our best and finest at a special awards ceremony at WZC 2026! Inviting our global community to nominate Zarathushtis for Awards in 6 categories in the areas of community service and professional achievement. Nomination deadline: 31 July 2026 For application info, selection process, T&Cs and nomination form visit https://wzcsg26.com/zoroastrian-awards/. Questions?

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Parsiana Archives

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Dear Parsiana readers / former subscribers Effective May 4th 2026 all the Parsiana digital archives are be available free of charge on our website www.parsiana.com . One has only to log in to our website www.parsiana.com to access issues from November 1964, when Parsiana started, to October 2025 when the journal ceased publication. If you have any quires regarding the archives please do email us

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Avesta & Pahlavi Course

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ONLINE / OFFLINE COURSE BEGINS – 13th JUNE, 2026 participants to report to J.J. School at 70.00 AM on 13th June, 2026 Course conducted by Sir J.J. Zarthoshti & Mulla Firoze Madresa under the able guidance of the principal Ervad Dr. Parvez Bajan Faculty members – Ms. Shirin Contractor and Ervad Cyrus Darbari +91-9819555770 cyrus_darbari@ashinfo.com

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GCZT announces its first, free, group insurance scheme!

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​ The Global Council of Zoroastrians Trust (GCZT) is pleased to announce the launch of its first free group medical insurance scheme for economically vulnerable members of the Parsi, Irani Zoroastrian community in India. Under this initiative, 234 beneficiaries will receive complimentary medical insurance with a floating cover of ₹5 lakhs per family. The policy provides both cashless treatment and reimbursement benefits wherever cashless facilities are unavailable. Coverage for all selected beneficiaries is effective

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