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Aga Khan Health Services, Nairobi organize a preventive medicine fair
  • Health Services

Aga Khan Health Services, Uganda organize a preventive medicine fair

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 26, 2014January 5, 2015

KAMPALA- Residents of Old Kampala and the Asian community living in Kampala on Sunday flocked…

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  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

The Whole Note | World Music – Music in Focus at the Aga Khan Museum (AKM)

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 26, 2014December 2, 2016

Amir Alibhai led me directly to the 336-seat auditorium, the primary venue for music performances.…

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FDRMX | DakhaBrakha at Aga Khan Museum Auditorium, Toronto: Event Review (Image courtesy of lazerhorse.org)
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

FDRMX | DakhaBrakha at Aga Khan Museum Auditorium, Toronto: Event Review

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 26, 2014December 2, 2016

The Theatre at the new Aga Khan museum in Toronto was fine venue for the…

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An indomitable philanthropist - Dr A Q Khan's review of Sadruddin Haswani's Memoirs
  • Books

An indomitable philanthropist – Dr A Q Khan’s review of Sadruddin Haswani’s Memoirs

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 26, 2014December 2, 2016

Hashwani belongs to the Ismaili sect (Agha Khani) and is a religious person. It is…

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Ask me about my research - Zaheed Damani: MD/PhD Leaders in Medicine
  • Canada

Ask me about my research – Zaheed Damani: MD/PhD Leaders in Medicine

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 25, 2014December 26, 2014

Meet just a few of the incredible young researchers striving to create the future of…

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Was Husain Rahim the first Ismaili to settle in Canada?
  • Canada

Was Husain Rahim the first Ismaili to settle in Canada?

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 25, 2014December 26, 2014

On May 23, 1914, a crowded ship from Hong Kong carrying 376 passengers, most being…

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  • Canada

Sultan Jessa Travelogue: Peru wants more tourists

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 25, 2014December 26, 2014

EDITOR’S NOTE: Retired Ismaili journalist just returned from a visit to Brazil, Argentina and Peru…

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  • Canada

Humour and Humanity – Alim Nagji, BHSc, MD: Lumbar punctures don’t kill people

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 25, 2014December 26, 2014

We moved her near the oxygen, a sure sign of impending death at our small…

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Chef Parviz Dhanani of Kilimanjaro Snack House
  • Canada

Interview with Chef Parviz Dhanani of Kilimanjaro Snack House

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 25, 2014December 26, 2014

Interview with Chef Parviz Dhanani of Kilimanjaro Snack House Vancouver is home to some of…

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From Ismailimail Archives: Timbuktu, Mali, 10 October 2003. His Highness the Aga Khan (centre) and Prime Minister Ahmed Mohamed Ag Hamani (right) examining ancient manuscripts at the Ahmed Baba Centre in Timbuktu, Mali. - Photo AKDNGary Otte
  • Award for Architecture

AKAA and Mali’s Ministry of Culture collaborate to present Timbuktu Renaissance: Timbuktu Manuscripts go on show at the Centre for Fine Arts in Brussels (Bozar)

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 24, 2014December 2, 2016

Timbuktu Renaissance is an exceptional exhibition, organized by the joint efforts of Mali’s Ministry of Culture…

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  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

Toronto Star | Aga Khan Museum inspires with aim of cross-cultural unity: Style Czar

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 24, 2014December 2, 2016

[The Aga Khan Museum’s] opening was the single most significant style event of 2014. Not…

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Bamba founders Al Ismaili, Shehzad Tejani and Faiz Hirani (not shown) saw an opportunity to use their company's business model to improve education and address poverty (Courtesy of Bamba)
  • Ismaili Muslims in the News

Spirit of Service: Intrepid Ismaili entrepreneurs bring creative approach to increase school attendance in Kenya

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 23, 2014January 3, 2017

Three Ismaili entrepreneurs use creative business model approach to improve education and address poverty in…

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President Firoz Rasul presents a memento to volunteer Dilshad Badruddin also seen in the picture is Carol Ariano, VP Human Resources. (image AKU)
  • Aga Khan University

Spirit of Service: TKN, a priceless gift – AKU honours the spirit of volunteerism

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 23, 2014December 2, 2016

 “In whatever we do, at whatever level, we have always been reliant upon volunteers ……

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Suraya Shivji, 17, crowd-funds for African orphans
  • Canada

Spirit of Service: Suraya Shivji, 17, crowd-funds for African orphans

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 23, 2014December 2, 2016

San Jose Mercury News Q&A with Suraya Shivji of Rizikitoto (Swahili words for “self-sustenance” and…

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Modern Ismaili Studies owes much to Russian-language scholars of the early twentieth century
  • Islam

Modern Ismaili Studies owes much to Russian-language scholars of the early twentieth century

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 23, 2014October 11, 2016

The origin of modern Ismaili Studies owes much to Russian-language scholars of the early decades…

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Sujjawal Ahmad Appointed to Global Workforce Development in Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine

Prince Amyn Aga Khan conferred the Aga Khan Music Awards distinguished Patron’s Award

Canada | Dr. Zainub Verjee Inducted to the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts

Canada | Shiza Hirani, Global Youth Advocate Honored with Outstanding Youth Philanthropist Award and the Henry Baker Scholar Award

Pakistan | Aga Khan University Medical College’s Dean Dr Karim Damji honored with 2026 AGS Humanitarian Award for excellence in global eye care

Pakistan | Aga Khan University Researchers Named Among World’s Top Most-Cited Scientists

USA | Mawlana Hazar Imam Aga Khan V presided over the opening of the Ismaili Center Houston

Sports Diplomacy: The Power of Connection through the World Marathon Majors

Aaj Raaj Mubarak Hove – Ginan by Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Jamil Assani

Mawlana Hazar Imam Meets President of Egypt

Interfaith

Portugal | Prince Aly Muhammad attends opening of chapel damaged in wildfires rebuilt with support from the Ismaili Imamat and Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Aga Khan’s Tribute to Pope Francis: A Loss for Humanity

The Interfaith Effort of Canada’s Ismaili Community: A 12,000-Pound Ramadan Food Drive

Strengthening Ties: Ismaili Imamat and São Tomé Formalize Collaboration

Global: Why the World Celebrates His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV | Constellation of Honours: Over 300 Accolades from 55 Countries

A Legacy of Collaboration: His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and James D. Wolfensohn’s Partnership for Religious Engagement in Development

The Rev. Dr. Robert Oliphant, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, Pays Tribute to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV: A Legacy of Compassion

The Drumlanrig Reconciliation Accords: A Historic Step Towards Jewish-Muslim Unity in the UK

Meditation and Contemplation 

The Light of the Divine

Islamic Art

Bird symbolism of spirituality permeates the mythology of numerous cultures

The arts of the Fatimids, Mawlana Hazar Imam’s ancestors, continue to inspire

The paisley motif is a Persian symbol of life and eternity

Fables taught universal ideals of leadership

The Rose and the Nightingale: A story representing the central theme of mysticism and esoteric traditions

Professor Ruba Kana’an @DVSUtm considers how art and architecture tell stories about societies @AgaKhanMuseum

The Globe and Mail: The Aga Khan museum’s latest exhibit takes on a key misconception about Islamic art @thatkatetaylor @AgaKhanMuseum

Aga Khan Museum Exhibition: The Power of the Visual

Mi’raj is a soul’s journey towards spiritual knowledge

Sandy Kurt: An artist specializing in Islamic geometric patterns

Art & Culture

Bird symbolism of spirituality permeates the mythology of numerous cultures

Canada | The Next Initiative – A Paid Acting Mentorship for Adults

Canada | Concordia University to award Princess Zahra Aga Khan with an honorary doctorate at its spring 2025 convocation

Global | Honoring Princess Yasmin Aga Khan & Rita Hayworth: World renowned artists – Britain’s Yarrow & Turkey’s Baykam – Unite with Hilton Contemporary Art Gallery in support of Alzheimer’s Association

Aga Khan Master Musicians Premiere Cross-Cultural Collaboration in Paris

Honoring Sufi Mysticism with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture: Delhi’s Heritage Unveiled

Global: Why the World Celebrates His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV | Constellation of Honours: Over 300 Accolades from 55 Countries

Celebrating Qur’anic Art: A Colloquium of Creativity and Scholarship at The Institute of Ismaili Studies

The Gulgee Museum in Karachi is a Son’s Tribute to a Master | Dawn Images

Ismail Gulgee, late Pakistani calligrapher and abstract artist, honored with dedicated museum | Arab News

Books & Authors

The First Aga Khan – OPEN ACCESS to download or read online for free

Moment in Time | 1 January 1931 – Ivanow, the pioneer of Ismaili Studies, began to work for Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah Aga Khan III

Taniya Dharani – a full-time artist empowering Ismaili artists and fostering a thriving art community

New Book | “Small Acts of Courage’ by Ali Velshi

New Book | “Love You Around the Universe and Back” by Mya Farial Mahedi and Zahra Mahedi

New Book | “Pari Needs A Mobility Aid” by Iffat Damji

New Book | “Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas” by Dr Hasan Merali

Make more room at the table’: Calgary writer [Anar Ali] deepens immigrant story with cop drama, Allegiance

Cookbook: All the Russ Without the Fuss by Reeshma Haji

“An Other World: The Fight for Freedom, Joy, and Belonging” by Hanif Fazal

Ginans

Aaye Reham Rahemaan by Imtiaz Fazalbhoy (Faiz)

Ginan: Ginan bolo re nit – Recite Ginans everyday!

Ginans by Nargis Balolia

Ginan: Jaag jaagre tun jaag – Wake up, wake up, o you, wake up

Ginan: Ye mitthaa Muhammad naam – The name Muhammad is sweet

Ginan: Shaamku aavan(n)taa jo kahe – Those who inform about the arrival of the Imam

Ginans: Our Wonderful Tradition – Ismailimail launches a new series

Ginan: Sakhee maree aatam naa odhaar – O my Friend! O Saviour of my soul

A presentation on Naklanki Gita by Ali Jan Damani

A Ginan on Love

Largest Collection of Ginans Online

Ginan: Kutumb parivār sajnā

Pir Sadardin’s Ginan: Hanif Gulamani’s rendition: Aasamaanee tambal

Ginan: Haq to paak tu baadshaah – You are the Truth and the Pure Majestic King

Ginan: Ham Dil Khālaq Yā Alī Tu(n)hī Ja Vase – O’ Lord, in my heart only you dwell

Zahir K. Dhalla: Nine Ginans of Nine Ismaili Pirs – Download Free eBook, available for 3 days

Ginan: Unchaa re kot bahu vechana – Your abode is at an elevated fort far away

Ginan: “Suno Suno Momano Sun Man” – Das Batiyan – A Ginan of Pir Shams

Ginan: Dhan dhan aajno daaddlo – It is an auspicious day today

Ginan: Aaj aanand paamiya man ke – Today this mind (heart) has attained joy

Ginans with Translation

Ginan: Ginan bolo re nit – Recite Ginans everyday!

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Ginan: Jaag jaagre tun jaag – Wake up, wake up, o you, wake up

Ginan: Ye mitthaa Muhammad naam – The name Muhammad is sweet

Ginan: Sakhee maree aatam naa odhaar – O my Friend! O Saviour of my soul

Ginan: Shaamku aavan(n)taa jo kahe – Those who inform about the arrival of the Imam

Ginans: Our Wonderful Tradition – Ismailimail launches a new series

Ginan: Haq to paak tu baadshaah – You are the Truth and the Pure Majestic King

Ginan: Swaami-ne saachu(n) karine sreviye – By considering the Imam to be true, be devoted to him

Ginan: Ab teree mohabat lagee – Now I am in love with you

Ginan: Aanand aanand kariyo rikhisaro – Rejoice, rejoice o believers!

Ginan: Kheddo kheddo jemaani naavddi – Sail skillfully in the boat

Ginan: Til bhaar tulannaa – Sesame seed’s weight will be accounted for

Ginan: Unchaa re kot bahu vechana – Your abode is at an elevated fort far away

Ginan: Dhan dhan aajno daaddlo – It is an auspicious day today

Ginan: Aaj aanand paamiya man ke – Today this mind (heart) has attained joy

Ginan: Navroz naa din sohaamnnaa – On the glorious day of Navroz

Ginan: Pahelaa Kartaa Jug Maa(n)he Shaahnaa – In the first age of Karta Lord’s…

Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud – Ali the ever present

Ginan: Kalpat jalpat maayaa e mohee – Mirage-like and false is this illusory existence in which my soul is attached

Qasidas

Mp3: Ilahi Shukar (Gratitude for God’s Bounties) with English Translation

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Qasida ‘Dam Hama Dam Ali Ali’ by Shahid A. Qalandar

Qasida: Ya Amiral Momineen

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

Imamat Day Songs: Shan-i Karim Imam-i Zaman-Vol.1

Persian Qasida: Mashriq e Anware Yazdan Noor Mawlana Karim

Poetry has been central to the spiritual life of Muslims

Persian Qasida: Let go of this entire ruse, O lover! Go mad, go mad!

A Diamond Jubilee tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam – By Shafiq Ahmad, Asif Baig, Fakhir Baig

The spread of Sufism facilitated the cultivation of introspective religious poetry

Rukhsana Karmali: Farsi Qasida – Bismillahey Mutlaq Tui

Qasida: Ya Imami Ya Imami – O my Imam, O my Imam

Mushkil Kusha Mawla Ali | Saakin

Persian Qasida: Amir Al Momenin, by Rukhsana Karmali

Qasida: Ali Goyam Ali Joyam | NsN Production

Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud – Ali the ever present

Ali Goyam Ali Joyam || Kids Version || NsN Production

The Qasida is the devotional poetry of Ismailis of Persian heritage

Persian Qasida – Shahid Akhtar Qalandar: Khudawanda Tu Sultane Karimi Tu Bismaillahi Rahmanir Rahimi

Qasidas with Translation

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

Qasida: Ya Imami Ya Imami – O my Imam, O my Imam

Persian Qasida: Amir Al Momenin, by Rukhsana Karmali

Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud – Ali the ever present

Shahid Akhtar Qalandar – Qasida: DUZ E DARYAE HAQIQATH

Persian Qasida by Nasir Khusraw: ‘Guzinam Quran Ast’ – Rendition Shahid Akhtar Qalandar

Persian Qasida: Let go of this entire ruse, O lover! Go mad, go mad!

A Diamond Jubilee tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam – By Shafiq Ahmad, Asif Baig, Fakhir Baig

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