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Music video: Navroz hai aya
18 March 2024
The Ismaili is pleased to present Navroz hai aya, performed by Ismaili music artists in Pakistan. The song describes the blessings, beauty, and hope that the festival of Navroz brings to our lives.
Video: What is the purpose of fasting in Ramadan?
10 March 2024
One of the many devotional practices Muslims observe at various points of the year is fasting (sawm). Muslims have different ways of fasting, including all forms of self-restraint. This includes not eating and drinking, feeding a poor person, being absorbed in the remembrance of God, avoiding gossip or saying mean things, not being greedy with one’s eyes or mouth, showing humility, and the purification of oneself.
Ramadan
10 March 2024
In Muslim tradition, Ramadan is a time of heightened commitment to piety and purification through special observances such as fasting, the performance of good deeds – including charitable giving and voluntary service – and through personal sacrifices of material comforts. These observances can lead to spiritual fulfilment and a sense of renewal.
Music video: Balaghal
9 March 2024
To commemorate the blessed month of Ramadan, The Ismaili is pleased to present a rendition of Balaghal, performed by Fitoor.
Empowering voices across borders
7 March 2024
On the occasion of International Women's Day, The Ismaili is excited to present an exclusive video interview featuring two accomplished diplomats, Nurjehan and Aliya Mawani. Their discussion recounts the journeys, challenges, and triumphs in their work and lives thus far.
Aga Hall Estate awarded Iconic Residential Project of the Year
3 March 2024
The Economic Times of India named the Aga Hall Estate in Mumbai as the “Iconic Residential Project of the Year” at the ET Realty Real Estate Awards ceremony earlier this week. The award recognises the innovative project, which has uplifted the surrounding neighborhood.
Prince Rahim meets the President of the Kyrgyz Republic
29 February 2024
Prince Rahim today met with His Excellency Sadyr Japarov, President of the Kyrgyz Republic, at the Ala Archa State Residence in Bishkek. Prince Rahim’s official visit to the country comes at the invitation of the President.
Video: The Ismaili Update - February recap
28 February 2024
Join us for the February edition of The Ismaili Update, as we look back at the exciting stories from the worldwide Jamat over the past month.
How faith and spirituality can help to navigate life’s ups and downs
27 February 2024
Amidst the swift pace of modern life, some of us might tend to experience a void in mental peace and contentment. What’s the best way to deal with this?
AKHS commemorates expansion of Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
19 February 2024
As the leading private hospital in the region, Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, has consistently expanded its presence and range of services since its establishment in the 1950s by Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, proactively catering to the evolving needs of the community.
Aga Khan Academy Mombasa celebrates 20 years of excellence
18 February 2024
At an elegant ceremony this morning on the coast of Kenya, Princess Zahra joined students, staff, and guests to celebrate the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa’s 20th anniversary.
Video: The Ismaili Update - Kenya, episode 3
18 February 2024
Join us from Mombasa for episode 3 of The Ismaili Update: Kenya, as we go behind the scenes at the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa's 20th anniversary celebrations. See highlights from the event, in which Princess Zahra joined students, staff, and guests to celebrate a milestone moment for the school.
