In a religion as ancient as ours, the center of our spiritual physical being lies with these very priests. The dasturs, as they are known, are the custodians and implementers of all matters pertaining to religion, customs, ceremonies and the overall conscience of the religion. Zarathusti priests have over the centuries been the guiding force in the interpretation of our ancient texts, performing ceremonies of happiness and sadness, and being the silent custodians and arbitrators of our religious ethos.
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GIRTON HIGH SCHOOL

Grant Road, Mumbai 400007

ADMISSION FOR PARSI / IRANI ZOROASTRIAN GIRLS

Girton High School is a 121 year old Parsi Managed Institution established in 1888 by Miss Bachoobai Moos. The school has always achieved 100% results at the S.S.C. Board Examinations and our pupils have also featured in the Merit List. Outstanding results at the S.S.C. Exam of March 2009. Highest percentage 92.30%. Out of 53 students, 28 students got Distinction – (8 students secured more than 90%), 20 students got 1 st class and 5 students got Second Class. The school caters to provide an all round education to equip the girls for life ahead with activities like Girl Guiding, Elocution, Music, Dance, Karate and self defence, Art, Craft, Computer literacy, Interactive’ education via Audio Visual.· The children are encouraged to participate in various Inter-House and Inter­School activities. Zoroastrian culture is emphasized upon by the teaching of religious knowledge under the able guidance of Zoroastrian Scholars.

The school is situated at a walking distance from Tata Colony, Gamadia Colony, Zoroastrian Colony (Chikalwadi), Captain Colony, Kashinath Street, Wadi a Street and Ness Baug.

Admission forms for Parsi Pupils in the S.S.C. Pre Primary Section for children between 2 1/2 years of age to 3 1/2 years of age, will be available at the school office from 21 st November 2009 onwards from 9.30 a.m. Private bus facility is available for the children.

For Admissions available for other classes from L.K.G. to Std. VIII inquire in January 2010.

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE – St.John’s College

THE DR. MANMOHAN  SINGH  SCHOLARSHIPS 2010

For Doctoral Studies at St.  John’s College, University of Cambridge, UK.

Dr Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of India, is a graduate and Honorary Fellow of St John’s College.  He is widely acknowledged as the architect of the economic reforms that have helped propel India onto the World Stage.  In honour of Dr Singh St John’s College, the University of Cambridge launched the Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships in Delhi in 2007.  These awards will enable academically outstanding Indian students to come to St. John’s College, University of Cambridge to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like Science & Technology, Economics and Social Sciences.

Applications in Aerospace Engineering and Energy Studies will be of particular interest

Eligibility criteria, guidelines and application form can be downloaded from http://www.britishcouncil.org/india-scholarships-drmanmohansingh.htm

Closing date: 15 December 2009

The rough football ground of Dadar Parsi Gymkhana is cultivating rare laurels. Two middle-aged neighbours have won India a gold and a
silver medal at the prestigious World Masters Games (WMG) held in Sydney mid-October. Fareez Vasania, a 45-year-old industrial photographer, and 49-year-old lawyer Rohinton Mehta, who defends tobacco major ITC in court, are untouchable in their events although the spotlight is yet to turn on them in a nation obsessed with cricket.

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The Bakhtiari Alphabet, a documentary on nomadic life in Iran, to be screened at Sacred Heart University.

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Courtesy : K.F.Keravala

Friends,

The undermentioned article had appeared in Jame about three years back written by my friend Mehlli Bhagalia. We can see that, with lots of midnight burning of oil and with sincere effort he has poured out his heart and  is speaking from his heart. That is why it is a pleasure to read his article which will only augment devotion and be of inspiration to many of our youngsters, who are spiritually thirsty for the right knowledge.

Click here to read on….DEVOTION THE MISSING INGREDIENT IN ZARTHUSTRIAN LIFE

Courtesy : Firdosh K Sukhia

Dr. Bilimoria’s research focuses on leadership, governance, gender and diversity in organizations.  Her work helps individuals and organizations enhance their leadership contributions and impact to create positive benefits.  She is interested in studying issues surrounding the representation, careers, quality of life and success of individuals in organizations, especially women and underrepresented minorities, particularly their advancement to and participation in senior organizational ranks such as in top executive teams and on boards of directors.  Her work on gender diversity, emotional intelligence, and leadership development has applications for individual, group, and organizational change.  Her research has been used to facilitate the institutional transformation of research universities to become more inclusive of the success and contributions of women faculty.  Other applications include the improvement of corporate and nonprofit organizational practices of selection, performance evaluation, advancement, and leadership development to attract and retain a diverse workforce.

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The entrance of this cave is one of the largest in Iran. It is a 20m wide and 5m high portal leading to a 50×100m big and up to 12m high chamber.

In the middle of the entrance hall is a 1,800 years old statue of Shapoor I., the Great (241-272). About 1,400 years ago, after the collapse of the Sassanid dynasty, it was pulled down and lost one of its legs. About 70 years ago, the arms of the statue were also broken. 30 years ago a group of enthusiasts raised it on its feet and fixed the foot with iron and concrete.

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Jehangir Mehta is the executive chef and owner of New York City restaurant Graffiti. He is also the author of the 2008 HarperCollins cookbook “Mantra: The Rules of Indulgence,” offers a cooking class at his restaurant for children 4-14 called “Candy Camp” designed to build interest in more diverse foods, hosts exclusive in-home dinner parties and runs an event planning company.

He’s a creative genius, one of the hardest working men in the food biz, eloquent and also truly a nice guy. A visit to his restaurant Graffiti will confirm it all.

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MEMORIES THAT STILL LINGER
from those times long, long ago.
Rusi Sorabjee
Campbell.Ca. rusi@sorabji.org

Daily Loban Ritual – burning sandal wood & incense

Chom-e-shvva

IDEAL RESTAURANT ….a gastronomic heaven

The Ripon Club. Mumbai

B.E.S.T. TRAM RIDE

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