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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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  • Canada

Qaeeza Ramji: Equality a daunting struggle that must be won

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on June 26, 2020June 26, 2020

When a human life is taken, so often, we hear the words “I feared for…

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  • Uncategorized

Sabrina Lakhani: Siblings, but Strangers

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 15, 2019August 26, 2019

During the first session, we learned that Amin is the “golden child” and I am…

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  • Education

Easy Nash: There are around 50 stars in the sky which still bear their original Arabic and Persian names @NVelshi

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on January 17, 2019January 17, 2019

“At various times in world history, the locus of knowledge has moved from one centre…

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Don Mills Photo Blog: The Aga Khan Museum and The Toronto Ismaili Centre
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Don Mills Photo Blog: The Aga Khan Museum and The Toronto Ismaili Centre

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 20, 2014September 30, 2014

Both nearing completion into what will undoubtedly become a significant Canadian architectural landmark … here…

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Visiting the old Jamatkhana in Kaliro, Uganda
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Visiting the old Jamatkhana in Kaliro, Uganda

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 30, 2014February 3, 2017

We arrived in Kaliro far sooner than we had expected, and I immediately got chills.…

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  • Aga Khan IV

Paul Levy: Extremist Buddhists? Impossible!

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 13, 2014November 13, 2015

I’ve seen this now a few times, watching friends titter (with some embarrassment, because they…

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Religion and Faith | WonderCafe
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Religion and Faith | WonderCafe

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on April 6, 2014April 6, 2014

Late last week, our son’s best friend lost his grandmother, who lived at home with…

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  • Aga Khan University

A Day In The Life…: Why I want to find a cure for Mitochondrial Disease!

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on April 5, 2014April 7, 2014

My story for this blog began about 20 years ago.  I was fulfilling my life…

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Celebrating Respectful Diversity
  • Canada

Celebrating Respectful Diversity

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on April 1, 2014April 1, 2014

“The Islamic ethic is that if God has given you the capacity or good fortune…

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  • Ogden Lecture Brown Uni

Nazli Siddiqui: Civil societies should look inwards when searching for solutions to conflicts

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 26, 2014March 27, 2014

An overview of our polarized world today presents a scene strewn with strife, which is…

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The Aga Khan’s Packard Eight Limousine | Look what we found!
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The Aga Khan’s Packard Eight Limousine

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

In 1928 Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah the Aga Khan III visited the Aimila Automobile Company…

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A Tribute to Dr. Roshan Thomas: From Hurt Comes Inspiration | Taslim Jaffer
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A Tribute to Dr. Roshan Thomas: From Hurt Comes Inspiration | Taslim Jaffer

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 24, 2014March 25, 2014

It’s 6:47 am and I have been up since the baby’s 5 am feed. As…

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Anshuman Pandey: Gujarati Orthography for the Transliteration of Arabic
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Anshuman Pandey: Gujarati Orthography for the Transliteration of Arabic

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 21, 2014March 21, 2014

Khoja communities such as the Ithnashari (“Twelver Shia”) and Agakhani use a convention for transliterating…

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Feeling Proud | Asif Premji
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Feeling Proud | Asif Premji

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 26, 2014March 20, 2014

There are certain times where you’re immensely filled with happiness, love & honor. Where the…

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  • Ismaili Muslim Authors

Sana Dadani: A Quick Glance at Some Islamic Architecture | I-Youth Online

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on November 15, 2013

Sana Dadani is a high school senior People dream about traveling to beautiful resorts and…

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  • Muslim Scholars

To whom should they stretch out their hand? | Nooru’s Blog

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 25, 2013October 24, 2013

In the poems, Nasir Khusraw asks, if those who pledged their allegiance to Muhammad are…

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  • Ismaili Muslims in the News

Pam-’ere’s another blog entry | The Fantastic Expedition of Masha and Frank

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 19, 2013October 19, 2013

Excerpt: When we asked our hosts about the Aga Khan they spoke of him with…

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  • Architecture

How the City of Mud Stays Standing: Meet the Masons of Djenné, Mali | ArtsIslamica

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 8, 2013October 8, 2013

The story of Djenné, Mali, is typically told through its architecture—monumental mud-brick structures that seem…

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  • Ismaili Muslim Authors

Shahzad Rupani: Once Upon a Life

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 7, 2013

Writing has been uprooted in Shahzad’s soul since his high school days. Shahzad is from…

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  • Aga Khan Foundation

Tajikistan: A rallying cry

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 4, 2013

Tajikistan’s poverty is numbing, its roads rotten, the vistas stunning and its people heartbreakingly hospitable,…

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  • India

Vaqar Ahmed: The city of djinns – Dawn.com

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on October 4, 2013

Excerpt: The day I am to return to Pakistan, the Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh…

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  • History

Blog: Mr. Brown Goes Around – Books on Ismaili History

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 20, 2013August 20, 2013

I have a few books to my credit this summer, but I haven’t accomplished as…

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  • Tajikistan

Through the High Pamirs: from Osh to Dushanbe

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 18, 2013August 17, 2013

via theslowwayhome.blogspot.com – After eight days cycling, with one rest day in the village of…

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  • Cairo

Al-Azhar Park, Cairo | Six Trees

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 15, 2013July 15, 2013

Via http://thesixtrees.com/: With more than its fair share of traffic, overpopulation and pollution, Cairo can…

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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

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

Aga Khan Foundation and the European Union launch €16m programme in northwest Tajikistan to protect natural resources and improve food security

Guftugu- Social Clubs: Incorporating Mental Health Well-Being into Academic Programs (@Parindey | @sonal_dhanani)

Nava Ensemble- Instrumental Music – SPETACOLLO – Adelaide Fringe 2023

Dr. Naznin Virji-Babul is supporting faculty, gender-diverse faculty to be “seen and valued”

Dr Arif Babul named Infosys Visiting Chair Professor in Mathematics and Physics at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, India

Trio of University of Toronto students win NFL’s annual analytics competition @StrashinCBC

Celebrating 40 years of AKRSP: A case study of Booni in the Hindukush Mountains

Layal Mohammad: Recent Earthquake Has Amplified the Challenges in Syria

Sujjawal Ahmad on the Spotlight | @AKUGlobal @sujjawalahmad

Dr Shela Hirani Awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal

The Institute of Ismaili Studies Establishes Farhad Daftary PhD Scholarships

Ismaili Muslim Achievements

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

Sujjawal Ahmad Among 2021 Global Health Award Recipients @KeystoneSymp

Interfaith

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

A heartwarming rendition of the nasheed “Tala Al Badru” by singer H Ahmed

Building bridges – religions’ role in our societies | Eboo Patel (@EbooPatel)| TEDxChicago #Interfaithharmonyweek

His Highness the Aga Khan: “We must explore every opportunity to have different faiths come together in addressing the problems of our respective societies” #Interfaithharmonyweek

Chand Raat of Rajab 1443 – 1st February 2022: The Concept of Ikhlas

Sandy Kurt: An artist specializing in Islamic geometric patterns

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 | “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

New Book| Conservation Agriculture in Africa: Edited by Saidi Mkomwa and Amir Kassam

New Book| The Crops Round Up: Edited by Professor Amir Kassam

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

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