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Category: Institutions of Ismaili Imamat

Aga Khan Institutions

Robert Rutkay Photography: Aga Khan Museum & Ismaili Centre Toronto
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

Robert Rutkay Photography: Aga Khan Museum, Ismaili Centre & Park in Toronto

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 5, 2016

Evening view from the Park.

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An Art Museum. A Museum of Light. The Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada | Canadian and World Tourism
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

An Art Museum. A Museum of Light. The Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada | Canadian and World Tourism

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 5, 2016

When His Highness, the Aga Khan commissioned the design of the museum, he wanted light to play a big part.

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Habib Bank in Quetta, Pakistan (Image credit: AKDN)
  • Fund for Economic Development

AKFED’s Habib Bank wins 2 Pakistan Banking Awards

  • by AM
  • Posted on June 5, 2016October 11, 2016

Habib Bank (HBL) received the Best Bank for Small Businesses and Agriculture Award

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'A Man named Khan' - Shoaib Sultan Khan
  • Pakistan

Shoaib Sultan Khan shares his views on Pakistan’s challenges with poverty alleviation

  • by AM
  • Posted on June 3, 2016October 11, 2016

… in 1992, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited Gilgit-Baltistan and was impressed by the social activities being carried out by the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP).

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The Aga Khan Shortlist Exemplifies Social Architecture | Azure Magazine
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

The Aga Khan Shortlist Exemplifies Social Architecture | Azure Magazine

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 3, 2016June 3, 2016

On Saturday, members of the steering committee of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, including Hanif Kara, Azim Nanji and Brigitte Shim, gathered at the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto

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In conversation with Apoorva Oza, CEO, Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, India
  • India
  • Video

In conversation with Apoorva Oza, CEO, Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, India

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 3, 2016June 3, 2016

“The ground reality is largely getting professionals to work in rural areas…”

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Creating Opportunity on the Roof of the World: Aga Khan Development Network Diplomatic Representative to the Kyrgyz Republic, Shamsh Kassim-Lakha's Lecture at the Ismaili Centre London
  • Ismaili Muslims in the News
  • Video

Creating Opportunity on the Roof of the World: Aga Khan Development Network Diplomatic Representative to the Kyrgyz Republic, Shamsh Kassim-Lakha’s Lecture at the Ismaili Centre London

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 2, 2016

UCA Board Executive Committee Executive Chairman and AKDN Diplomatic Representative to the Kyrgyz Republic Shamsh Kassim-Lakha delivered a talk Creating Opportunity on the Roof of the World.

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Discover tips and techniques of miniature portrait painting at the Aga Khan Museum Workshop
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

Discover tips and techniques of miniature portrait painting at the Aga Khan Museum Workshop

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 2, 2016June 2, 2016

Learn about the styles and traditions of miniature portrait-painting

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The library at the Gando school, which accommodates 900 students. Francis Kéré’s design approach is now inspiring First World architects eager to tackle problems of sustainability and equity. (Image credit: KÉRÉ ARCHITECTURE)
  • Award for Architecture

What western architects can learn from Africa: Francis Kéré, Aga Khan Award for Architecture Laureate’s inspiring public-interest architecture

  • by AM
  • Posted on June 2, 2016May 20, 2017

It became a landmark of community pride and received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture (AKAA) in 2004.

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Photo Album: Global Centre for Pluralism's 2016 Annual Pluralism Lecture
  • Aga Khan IV

Photo Album: Global Centre for Pluralism’s 2016 Annual Pluralism Lecture

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 1, 2016June 1, 2016

South African Jurist Albie Sachs delivered the Lecture entitled, “The Battle for South Africa’s Constitution” at the fifth Annual Pluralism Lecture in Toronto.

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  • Award for Architecture

The relevance & impact of Cairo’s Al-Azhar Park in sustainable development featured at Paris’ Institute du Monde Arabe exhibit on Gardens of the East – Alhambra to Taj Mahal

  • by AM
  • Posted on June 1, 2016May 18, 2017

Discover the genesis of the the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Al-Azhar Park in Cairo, the Alhambra in Granada and the Test Garden in Algiers and the difference the gardens continue to make in their communities.

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Devex interviews Aga Khan Foundation's CEO Aleem Walji: Leading by mistakes to innovate
  • Aga Khan Foundation

Devex interviews Aga Khan Foundation USA’s CEO Aleem Walji: Leading by mistakes to innovate

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 31, 2016May 31, 2016

In an exclusive interview, Walji told Devex about the future priorities of the Aga Khan foundation, which plays the “unusual” role of grant-maker and implementer, committed to building the resilience of communities.

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UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova, Chief Executive of Afghanistan, Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, and the Director of the Afghanistan Center at Kabul University, Nancy Dupree. (Image credit: UNESCO)
  • Afghanistan

Major UNESCO publication (highlights AKTC’s works) launched at the Babur Gardens by UNESCO Director General & Afghan Chief Executive Dr Abdullah Abdullah

  • by AM
  • Posted on May 31, 2016October 11, 2016

UNESCO Director General and Chief Executive Dr Abdullah Abdullah celebrate the role of Cultural heritage for the future of Afghanistan.

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Tajikistan, Afghanistan Pamiri Villages Joined by Power Line
  • Afghanistan

Tajikistan, Afghanistan Pamiri Villages Joined by Power Line

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 31, 2016April 29, 2017

A ceremony to commemorate the event was observed by representatives from the US Embassy and the Aga Khan Foundation

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BBC News visited University of Central Asia's inaugural campus in anticipation of its undergraduate launch in September 2016
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Video

BBC News visits University of Central Asia’s inaugural campus in anticipation of its undergraduate launch in September 2016

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 31, 2016

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) visited the University of Central Asia’s inaugural campus in Naryn

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Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth
Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud - Ali the ever present
Ginan: Taariye tu taarannhaar Khudavind - O God save us because you are the only saviour
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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

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

JollyGul.com: Valentine’s Qasida Treat for the Jamat from Amin Mawani

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

Persian Qasida: Amir Al Momenin, by Rukhsana Karmali

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