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Chand Raat of Dhu al-Qa’dah 1444 – 20th May 2023: The Calling to Allah and the Quest

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  • Posted on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023

By: Sadruddin Noorani, Chicago, USA During our lifetime, we make some life altering decisions –…

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Chand Raat of Shawwal 1444 – 20th April 2023: Rites of Passage, Devotional Poetry, and Esoteric Search

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  • Posted on April 19, 2023April 19, 2023

By: Sadruddin Noorani, Chicago, USA In human cultures, communities perform special rites and ceremonies to…

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Chand Raat of Rajab 1444 – 22nd January 2023: Zikr and Collective Worship

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  • Posted on January 22, 2023

By: Sadruddin Noorani, Chicago, USA For Muslims, prayers, specifically Zikr, (a rhythmic repetition of the names of God “Asma e-Husna” or His attributes) are used in…

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Zehra Shallwani Inducted in Salamati Fellowship Program | @PeaceWoB

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  • Posted on November 15, 2022

Social Enterprenaur Zehra Shalwani from Pakistan is inducted in 2022 Salamati Fellowship. Salamti Fellowship Program…

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In conversation with Umair Bachlani | @umairbachlani @WMHDay

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on October 9, 2022

One in eight people around the globe lives with mental health conditions. World Mental Health…

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  • Pakistan

A Conversation with a Young Woman Entrepreneur from Pakistan

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on September 25, 2022September 26, 2022

Entrepreneurship is all about mindset, ambition, hard work, and motivation. Recently I had an opportunity…

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Winners of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2020-2022 Cycle

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  • Posted on September 22, 2022

Geneva, Switzerland, 22 September 2022 – The winners of the 2022 Aga Khan Award for Architecture (AKAA)…

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In Conversation with Dr. Shireen Kassam | @KingsCollegeNHS @shireenkassam1

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on September 20, 2022

Ismailimail is pleased to publish an interview with Dr. Shireen Kassam, a Consultant Haematologist and…

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The Journey Within Retreat | @Slakhani2

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  • Posted on September 16, 2022

The Journey Within Retreat is a gathering of 25 truth-seeking individuals committed to growth and…

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Success Highlight: In conversation with Shaista Meghani (@ShaistaMeghani) | @UAlberta |@AKUGlobal

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on August 22, 2022August 22, 2022

Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery (AKU-SONAM) graduate and former senior instructor Shaista…

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Muharram 1444 – 29th July 2022: Faith and Practice in Islamic Traditions

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  • Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022

“No one will feel secure on the Resurrection Day except those who feared God in…

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Professor Shenila Khoja-Moolji (@SKhojaMoolji ) appointed as the Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani Associate Professor of Muslim Societies at Georgetown University (USA) (@ACMCU)

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  • Posted on July 12, 2022

The Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding welcomes Shenila Khoja-Moolji as the new…

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Essays on Prophet Muhammad by Participants in a Competition (1962): Compiled by Kamrudin Rashid

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  • Posted on April 4, 2022

With Imam’s grace and blessings, in 1962, I was the first prize winner of an…

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JollyGul.com: “Plyve Kacha” – Folk Song From A Ukrainian Bomb Shelter

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  • Posted on March 22, 2022

Tatuli Abuladze plays an instrumental version of a popular Ukrainian folk song “Plyve Kacha” with…

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Zainub Verjee moderates the Massey Dialogues

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  • Posted on January 18, 2022

As a Senior Fellow of Massey College, Zainub Verjee was invited to moderate an important…

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Courage for the Journey – Interpretations of The Conference of the Birds by Farid ud-Din Attar

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 29, 2021

The.Ismaili TV production, this film tells the story of a diverse group of individuals and…

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Malik Gillani, co-executive artistic director of Silk Road Rising, fighting for his ability to communicate 

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on November 29, 2021

He is on a mission to bring diverse perspectives to Chicago [USA] audiences. But after…

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Conversations with the Real Action Figures: Zainub Verjee

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  • Posted on November 22, 2021

One of the Canadian Film and Video pioneers, Zainub Verjee speaks on her journey as…

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Betting on Potential: How employers and workers can navigate a changing labour market: Article by Zabeen Hirji

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  • Posted on October 25, 2021

Technology, changing demographics, and disruptive events like the COVID-19 pandemic are a few of the forces…

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Massey College: Senior Fellow Luncheon Lecture by Zainub Verjee

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  • Posted on October 6, 2021

The final report of Canada’s Massey Commission, the Royal Commission on National Development in the…

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Calling all future leaders and global changemakers! |#GLOBALIYMUN2021

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  • Posted on August 25, 2021

Global Ismaili Youth Model United Nations (IYMUN) is an Model United Nations (MUN) conference for…

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Can I get infected after vaccination? Do I still need the vaccine if I had COVID-19?

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  • Posted on August 24, 2021

If you are fully vaccinated can you still get COVID-19? How frequent are breakthrough infections…

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The #Ismaili TV Original series ‘Baham’ is here with episode 6

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on August 4, 2021August 5, 2021

Episode 6 of Baham will highlight the concept of Imamat in the Ismaili thought and its reflection through the work of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).

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2021 Ismaili Studies Conference Registration and Program #ISC2021

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  • Posted on July 29, 2021

Registration is open for the Third International Ismaili Studies Conference: Histories, Philosophies and Communities convened by…

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Patterns to Presence – The Journey of Personal Transformation: ”You have the power to rewrite your story”

  • by Sujjawal Ahmad
  • Posted on July 26, 2021July 26, 2021

Patterns to Presence is a 5-week guided journey that transforms your relationships with science and compassion.

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New Book | ‘A New Hope’ by Farhan Devji: A Biography of Canadian Soccer Player Alphonso Davies

Aga Khan University Starts Construction of its Kampala Campus

Dr Karim Jamal Receives CPA Alberta Lifetime Achievement Award

Government of France and Aga Khan Health Service, Tanzania, Partner to Launch Ultra-Modern Polyclinic

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Video: First Female East Asian Senator (Canada) Describes Her Uganda Expulsion Experience

New website helps students with course registration at University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA

University of Central Asia Publishes “The Philosophy of Nature of Abu Ali ibn Sina: Analysis of the Concepts of Space, Movement and Time” by Dr Sunatullo Jonboboev

Opinion | A Letter From Three Ismaili Muslims to the Portuguese Society

JollyGul.com: A Special Tribute to Our Heroes Farana Sadrudin and Mariana Jadaugy

Chand Raat of Ramadan Kareem 1444 Hijri – 22nd March 2023: Experiencing The Quran / Qur’anic Calligraphy

Aga Khan University honoured Class of 2022, celebrated the University’s fortieth anniversary, and inaugurated Founder’s Day

In esoteric traditions, Nawruz is a reminder to sow for the Hereafter

JollyGul.com: “Navroz Mubarak” – Mishal Damji & Zayn Damji

Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant Lauded by Rumina Velshi, President & CEO of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission

Ismaili Muslim Achievements

Dr Karim Jamal Receives CPA Alberta Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr Shela Hirani receives the 2022 Saskatchewan, Canada Multicultural Leadership Award

Alisha Wissanji received the 2022 Iris Unger Award in Montreal (Canada)

Khaliah Mitha – 2022 Miss Queen Teen Calgary (Canada)

Salman Bhojani and Suleman Lalani: Texas voters elect first-ever Muslim state lawmakers

Arif Keshani Appointed High Commissioner of Canada in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

Indigo pilot Aafrin Hirani’s inspiring journey from grocery store to cockpit

Radiation oncologist helps modernize cancer treatments in multiple continental regions

Dr. Hakique N. Virani (@hakique) to receive the University of Calgary’s Highest Alumni Honor

Dr. Zohra Lassi received the 2022 Young Tall Poppy Science Award from the Australian Institute of Policy and Science

Dr. Shafik Dharamsi appointed Dean of the School of Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Centre at Forth Worth

First Pakistani nurse, Dr. Rozina Karmaliani (@RKarmaliani), inducted into the American Academy of Nursing (@AmericanAcademyNursing)

Farhan Bhanji appointed Vice-Dean, Education, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University (Montreal, Canada)

Ismaili Women from Pakistan Mark Historical Achievements | @imnatashabaig @Samina_Baig

Zahra Mawani, a BEd Student at York University (Canada), Received the 2021-2022 Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award

Dr. Karima Velji (@KarimaVelji) appointed Chief of Nursing and Professional Practice and Assistant Deputy Minister for Ontario [Canada]

Professor Shenila Khoja-Moolji (@SKhojaMoolji ) appointed as the Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani Associate Professor of Muslim Societies at Georgetown University (USA) (@ACMCU)

Dr Naheed Dosani (@NaheedD) awarded Honorary Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, by Ontario Tech University (Canada) (@ontariotech_u)

Dr Shela Hirani (@ShelaHirani) Received the 2022 YWCA Regina Nutrien Women of Distinction Award for Research, The Sciences, & Technology (Canada)

Alnoor Bhimani Received the 2021 British Accounting and Finance Lifetime Achievement Award

Interfaith

Online Event: Khalil Andani speaking on Ismaili Eschatology on Intra-Muslim Panel at Simon Fraser University

Chand Raat of Dhu al-Qa’dah 1444 – 20th May 2023: The Calling to Allah and the Quest

Imtiaz Popat’s Documentary to be Featured at the South Asian Film Festival Online

Chand Raat of Shawwal 1444 – 20th April 2023: Rites of Passage, Devotional Poetry, and Esoteric Search

Was Jesus Crucified? Christian vs. Muslim Debate by Scholars

Chand Raat of Ramadan Kareem 1444 Hijri – 22nd March 2023: Experiencing The Quran / Qur’anic Calligraphy

Nava Ensemble- Instrumental Music – SPETACOLLO – Adelaide Fringe 2023

Chand Raat of Shaban 1444 – 21st February 2023: The Esoteric Path and The Polish of the Heart

Chand Raat of Jamad al-Awwal 1444, 24 November 2022: Philosophy and Importance of DU’A (ritual prayer)

Allahu Akbar | Adhan | Muslim’s Call to Prayer

Chand Raat of Rabi al-Awwal 1444, 26th September 2022: The Meaning of Worship

Chand Raat of Safar 1444, 27th August 2022: The Ummah (Brotherhood- One Nation)

Three generations of Pakistani photographers in the Emirates, Digitally Studio, capture significant events locally and globally | @asmaalizain

Muharram 1444 – 29th July 2022: Faith and Practice in Islamic Traditions

Chand Raat of Dhu al-Hajj 1443 – 29th June 2022: Ahl al-Kitab “People of the Book”

Chand Raat of Dhu al-Qa’dah, 1443 – 30th May 2022: Rites of Birth – Bay’ah

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

Chand Raat of Shawwal 1443 Hijri – 1st May 2022: Eid al-Fitr

The Noble Month of Ramadan Kareem – 1443 Hijri – 1st April 2022

PBS Documentary: The Great American Muslim Road Trip @PBS

Islamic Art

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

The Persian chahar-bagh gardens reflected the unity and harmony of the cosmos

His Highness the Aga Khan: Qualities of rock crystal are symbolic of the beauty and ever-unfolding mystery of the Creator

His Highness the Aga Khan: “Civilisations manifest and express themselves through their art” #internationaldayofislamicart

Nimira’s Blog: Fatimid art incorporated the doctrine of Imamat

The Museum Celebrating Greece’s link to the Islamic World

The Art of Islam: Foreign Yet Familiar

Illuminated Tours: Educational Tour to Turkey 2019 @ostadjaan

Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia: Qajar Ceramics – Bridging Tradition and Modernity

Honoring a legacy centuries in the making – Eric Broug’s new work, Best Practice in Islamic Geometric Design @99NamesProject @EricAuthor

Dubai Opens ‘Al Quran Park’ Featuring Miracles of Islam

Hafeez Jamal: “Literally creating Heaven on Earth” TEDxUTSC

British Museum’s new gallery shows the influence of Islam in the Middle East and beyond

Art & Culture

Playwright Zahida Rahemtulla relies on humour in “The Wrong Bashir” to portray Canada’s evolving Ismaili community

Interview | Zainab Verjee shares her thoughts on systemic racism, diversity management, and Canada’s place in the arts

“A For Allah” – Nursery Rhyme With Animation

Artany Art Gallery – an international digital gallery of rising Ismaili artists

Rozina Kanchwala (@RoziKanch) – Making Environmental Education More Accessible

Farhan Shah: “Yeh sirf rooh ka kaam hai (It’s only soul’s work)”

Artistic portraits and wood carvings by Khalil Najmi

Searching for the Blues: Episode Two – Indian Blues | @AgaKhanMuseum| @amarrass

Leaves Flying in Autumn (2000) | @wumanpipa | (@agakhanmusic)

Irfan Sheen (@irfansheenmusic)| Vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist

Nimira’s Blog: Fatimid art incorporated the doctrine of Imamat

Canadian Ismaili Iman Vellani set to play title role in Marvel’s “Ms. Marvel” series for Disney Plus

Nasir Khusraw’s “Guzinam” ft. Shahid Akhtar Qalandar (@A_Qalandar) With Music, Lyrics, Urdu & English Translations

Amin Mawani Salutes “Imam-e-Zaman” in New Geet (With Lyrics & Translations)

Ameera Nimjee: Kathak: Stories in Motion- @KBTCtv Profile @KazmLaila

Walid Ehssan-HEARTist: The Return – توبه (repentance)

Moving Still: Performative Photography in India

Javid a.k.a. JAH: Toronto Just Got a New Kawhi Leonard Mural

Jibran Sharif: Thoughts of a Drop

“Dream and Trauma: Reopening of the Carpet Rooms in the Museum of Islamic Art” at Pergamonmuseum, Berlin

Devotion

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

Ginans with Harvard Professor Dr. Ali Asani featuring melodies by Jamil Assani

JollyGul.com: Happy Mother’s Day – Ginan By Nasim Bhimji #Mothersday

Dedicated to Ismaili Women: Ginan with music, recited by Shemina Bhojani – Sayyeda Imaam Begum prays for mercy

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

Pir Shams Urges Spiritual Awareness 24/7 – Ginan Garbi With Music.

Ginans: The Transformative Knowledge – Story of Vazir Ismail Ganji

Watch Harvard Professor explain Ismaili History & Imamat in 5 minutes

Nasim Bhimji: Ginans with Music – From My Soul To Yours | CD 3

Qasida: Ali Goyam Ali Joyam | NsN Production

Mushkil Kusha Mawla Ali | Saakin

Nasim Bhimji: Ginans with Music – From My Soul To Yours | CD 2

Beware of fakeness, cautions Pir Kabiruddin

Nasim Bhimji: Ginans with Music – From My Soul To Yours | CD 1

With Love From Pir Shams – Ginan With Music

A Ginan in a dream at the Ismaili Centre: By Pir Hassan Kabiruddin – Recited By Alijah Gulamhusein Gulamani

Saheb Ji – Ginan Instrumental | Mehboob Thawer

14-year-old Liam Jadavji recites Ginan “Navrozna Din Sohaamña”

Saba Rawjani: Navroz Na Din Sohammana

Rukhsana Karmali: Farsi Qasida – Bismillahey Mutlaq Tui

Books & Authors

New Book | ‘A New Hope’ by Farhan Devji: A Biography of Canadian Soccer Player Alphonso Davies

University of Central Asia Publishes “The Philosophy of Nature of Abu Ali ibn Sina: Analysis of the Concepts of Space, Movement and Time” by Dr Sunatullo Jonboboev

New Book | “Rebuilding Community: Displaced Women and the Making of a Shia Ismaili Muslim Sociality” by Shenila Khoja-Moolji

New Book | “Off the Cuff” by Mansoor Ladha

The Institute of Ismaili Studies has three publications as Open Access, free to download or read online.

New Book | The Heat is On: How To Overcome The Climate Emergency

Ya Ali Madad Everyone – An Ismaili Children’s Book

Makerere University, Kampala (Uganda) Alumni Group History Book

South African Constitutional Court receives  a copy of the historic book “The Aga Khan and Africa”

Book Launch: Plant-based Nutrition in Clinical Practice

Book Review | Mohamed Keshavjee Reviews Hélène Alexander’s “A Life of Ups and Downs”

Book Launch and Talk I “Humanising Medicine – Making Health Care Tangible” by Dr. Azim Jiwani

New Book | Spice Baby! by Zahra N. Habib

New Book | What is Islamic Studies? European and North American Approaches to a Contested Field (@AKU_ISMC)

Book Reviews | The Globe and Mail Arts staff writers recommend three new books including Ayaz Pirani’s “How Beautiful People Are”

Book Review by Theo Richardson-Gool (@theo_gool) | A Memoir To Humanizing Medicine by Azim H. Jiwani

New Book: Memories of a Ugandan Refugee by Jalal Jaffer

First Pakistani Author to Write Book on Enhancing Leadership Using Quantum Physics

Book Discussion with Dagikhudo Dagiev, Author of Central Asian Ismailis: An Annotated Bibliography of Russian, Tajik and Other Sources

New Book| Central Asian Ismailis: An Annotated Bibliography of Russian, Tajik and Other Sources by Dagikhudo Dagiev @nkholmat2021 @EditorSophie

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