Navroz

Navroz 2020: Here's everything you need to know about the Parsi New Year

Navroz is celebrated to mark the beginning of the new Persian calendar. In the Persian language 'Nav' means new, and 'Roz' that stands for - New Day. 

Aug 16, 2020, 11:15 AM IST

Navroz 2019: All you need to know about the Parsi New Year

In the Parsi culture, the number seven is a revered number as it signifies the seven elemental forces of earthly life. Therefore, a 'Half Seen' table is set up which includes seven symbolic elements, all starting with the 'S' sound

Aug 17, 2019, 10:07 AM IST

Navroz Greetings: Lesser Known facts about Parsi New Year

Imagine being surrounded by the festive atmosphere, getting a new haircut, wearing new clothes and enjoying a number of delicious foods with your friends and family! Also, buying fruits, flowers, nuts and pastries for your parents and grandparents. And don't forget the crisp money bills as a return gift from the elder. Fascinating, right? Well, this is the Parsi way of celebrating the new year and welcoming the return of spring.

Aug 17, 2017, 10:40 AM IST

Navroz Mubarak, tweets Bollywood! Check out who all took to the virtual world for greeting fans

Today happens to be the Parsi New Year—Navroz, ringing in peace, prosperity, and happiness for everyone. Our Bollywood celebrities decided to greet their loved ones and fans on Twitter. Check out who all wished a 'Happy Navroz'!

Aug 17, 2016, 11:04 AM IST

Navroz special: WATCH how to make 'Parsi Sev' recipe by chef Sanjeev Kapoor!

Today is the Parsi New Year, and we thought of helping you with some great Parsi recipe. Yes!, the Parsis love to gorge on the sev which happens to be a sweet dish.

Aug 17, 2016, 10:55 AM IST