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by kmaherali
Sun Mar 29, 2026 11:54 am
Forum: Art, Architecture, Music
Topic: Jamatkhana Architecture
Replies: 98
Views: 174724

LAVAL JAMATKHANA GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

On Friday, March 27, Mawlana Hazar Imam joined local community and civic leaders in Laval for the groundbreaking of a new Jamatkhana — a milestone years in the making. The facility is designed as a net-zero community centre and congregation hub, developed in consultation with the City of Laval and ...
by kmaherali
Sun Mar 29, 2026 9:36 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

Mawlana Hazar Imam graces Jamat with didar in Montreal

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by kmaherali
Sun Mar 29, 2026 4:14 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

The Ismaili Update: Canada visit - Part 4

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by kmaherali
Sun Mar 29, 2026 3:31 am
Forum: Art, Architecture, Music
Topic: General Art & Architecture of Interest
Replies: 131
Views: 216660

Re: General Art & Architecture of Interest

Can a Painting Make a Skeptic Believe?

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Raven Jiang

By Cody Delistraty

Mr. Delistraty, a critic and historian, reported from Florence, Italy.

Following the death of his ...
by kmaherali
Sat Mar 28, 2026 4:04 pm
Forum: Rites and Ceremonies
Topic: Hand action when reciting salawat
Replies: 6
Views: 10667

Re: Hand action when reciting salawat

As received:

*TOUCHING THE LIPS,NOSE AND SWIPING HANDS OVER OUR FACE*

In the **Nizari Ismaili** tradition, particularly within the **Khoja** community, these physical gestures are an integral part of the **Holy Dua**
and other devotional acts. They are deeply symbolic, representing a bridge ...
by kmaherali
Sat Mar 28, 2026 12:50 pm
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: Health and Healing
Replies: 417
Views: 605623

Re: Health and Healing

There’s a Good Reason You Can’t Concentrate

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By Cal Newport

Mr. Newport is a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and the author of “Deep Work.”

March 27, 2026 ...
by kmaherali
Sat Mar 28, 2026 8:08 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

Update Part 3

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by kmaherali
Fri Mar 27, 2026 7:07 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

Groundbreaking marks new chapter for Jamat in Greater Montreal

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by kmaherali
Fri Mar 27, 2026 5:59 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

As received:

My summary of March 26th 2026 Youth Mulaqat Farman

Hazar Imam started his farman in French, expressing great pride in the Ismaili youth in Canada. He mentioned that, over the course of the last day and a half, he'd heard only positive things about the way the Ismaili youth contribute ...
by kmaherali
Fri Mar 27, 2026 2:55 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

PART 2 - THE ISMAILI UPDATE: CANADA VISIT

On March 25, 2026, Mawlana Hazar Imam attended a dinner hosted by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. The next day, he hosted a lunch reception at the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat for a group of parliamentarians ...
by kmaherali
Fri Mar 27, 2026 8:46 am
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: THE ELDERLY
Replies: 166
Views: 394718

Re: THE ELDERLY

How a Healthy Mind-Set Influences Longevity

A few qualities, including a sense of purpose, seem to have real benefits — especially as you age.

Video: https://vp.nyt.com/video/2026/03/25/165299_1_WELL-AGING-MINDSET_wg_av1-1080p.mp4
Nan Niland, 72, volunteers about 15 hours a week at a home goods ...
by kmaherali
Fri Mar 27, 2026 3:31 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

Mawlana Hazar Imam hosts lunch reception for Parliamentarians

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by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 6:25 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

Mawlana Hazar Imam hosted at Rideau Hall

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by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 6:16 pm
Forum: Institutional Activities
Topic: AKDN / AKF INITIATIVES WORLDWIDE
Replies: 268
Views: 447871

Re: AKDN / AKF INITIATIVES WORLDWIDE

His Highness the Aga Khan marks inaugural visit to Canada, renewing 50 years of partnership

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His Highness the Aga Khan and Prime Minister of Canada Mark ...
by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 2:56 pm
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: Weather Related
Replies: 15
Views: 18773

Re: Weather Related

Snow in the desert? Storm hits Middle East, parts of UAE covered in thick hail

The unusual weather is being driven by a slow-moving low-pressure system drawing in moisture from both the Arabian Sea and the Red Sea.

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by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 12:11 pm
Forum: Contemporary
Topic: THE MIDDLE EAST
Replies: 295
Views: 421999

Re: THE MIDDLE EAST

Trump’s Gulf allies push to have their concerns addressed before Iran war ends

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by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 9:34 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

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PART 1 - THE ISMAILI UPDATE: CANADA VISIT

Welcome to a special edition of The Ismaili Update as the Jamat in Canada celebrates the arrival of Mawlana Hazar Imam. Join our host Rahima from Ottawa for today’s highlights, including Mawlana Hazar Imam’s meeting with the Right Honourable Mark Carney ...
by kmaherali
Thu Mar 26, 2026 9:19 am
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: THE YOUTH
Replies: 213
Views: 277512

Re: THE YOUTH

A Phone-Free Childhood? One Irish Village Is Making It Happen.

Tired of seeing its elementary-school children struggle with online temptations, the town of Greystones proposed a ‘no smart devices’ code. Most everyone bought in.

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by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 6:43 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

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STATEMENT IN THE HOUSE BY TALEEB NOORMOHAMED

Member of Parliament Taleeb Noormohamed issued a statement in the House of Commons welcoming Mawlana Hazar Imam to Canada and recognizing his longstanding contributions to advancing the wellbeing of Canadians and all humanity.

Video: https://www ...
by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 4:28 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Mawlana Hazar Imam arrives in Ottawa

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Mawlana Hazar Imam is welcomed to Canada by ...
by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 4:10 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

PM Mark Carney meets with Aga Khan V in Ottawa – March 25, 2026

On Parliament Hill, Prime Minister Mark Carney meets Prince Rahim Aga Khan V I, Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq4deev4nUk
by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 11:16 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Shah Rahim Canada Aa Rahen Hain - Mohamed (Mac) Virjee

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Shah Rahim Canada Aa Rahen Hain

Devotional Ghazal

"Shah Rahim Canada Aa Rahen Hain " is a ghazal composed and sung by Mohamed (Mac) Virjee that celebrates the first Deedar visit of Mawla Rahim to ...
by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 10:51 am
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: Christianity
Replies: 312
Views: 422627

Re: Christianity

After 1,400 Years, the First Female Archbishop of Canterbury Is About to Be Enthroned

Sarah Mullally will be installed on Wednesday at Canterbury Cathedral. Her appointment to the role has been both celebrated, and denounced by some factions within the global Anglican Church.

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by kmaherali
Wed Mar 25, 2026 6:41 am
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

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VIDEO: CANADA VISIT UPDATE VIDEO - EPISODE 4

In this final installment of our Canada Visit Update, host Faizal Khamisa brings us the latest from Toronto as we prepare for Mawlana Hazar Imam’s historic first Jamati visit to Canada.

In this episode, we dive into the many ways our community ...
by kmaherali
Tue Mar 24, 2026 9:57 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

Re: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31

INTER-FAITH GATHERING - KEY INFORMATION

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It is with immense joy and gratitude that we welcome Mawlana Hazar Imam for the upcoming Canada Visit.

Dates and venues for the ...
by kmaherali
Tue Mar 24, 2026 8:51 am
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: Migration
Replies: 24
Views: 24935

Re: Migration

Born Abroad and Fearful of ICE, Adoptees Try to Prove They Belong

Up to 200,000 people adopted as children from abroad are vulnerable to deportation by an administration searching for problems with their citizenship.

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by kmaherali
Mon Mar 23, 2026 7:37 pm
Forum: Institutional Activities
Topic: AKDN / AKF INITIATIVES WORLDWIDE
Replies: 268
Views: 447871

Re: AKDN / AKF INITIATIVES WORLDWIDE

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by kmaherali
Mon Mar 23, 2026 2:36 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

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Ya Ali Madad.

Here is a link for 'Resources for preparing for a Zaheri-Noorani Didar of Noor Mowlana Hazar Imam'

https://enlightenment-posts.salmanspiritual.com/resources-for-preparing-for-zaheri-noorani-didar-of-noor-mowlana-hazar-imam/

May Noor Mawlana Hazar Imam fill our spiritual hearts ...
by kmaherali
Mon Mar 23, 2026 1:57 pm
Forum: Current Issues
Topic: Sports related issues
Replies: 74
Views: 100067

Re: Sports related issues

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Pitch perfect
Author Headshot
By Matthew Cullen

I’m the writer of The Evening newsletter, and I once threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a minor league game.

The ...
by kmaherali
Sun Mar 22, 2026 10:39 pm
Forum: Padhramnis, Mulaquats and Didar other than Jubilees
Topic: Eastern Canada Deedar and visit March 25-31
Replies: 84
Views: 56517

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IMPORTANT UPDATES

- Youth Mulaqat - Information is now available
Refer to the Youth Mulaqat Quebec & Maritimes - Key Information https://iicanada.org/visit/planyourvisit/youthmulaqatqm and Youth Mulaqat Ontario - Key Information https://iicanada.org/visit/planyourvisit/youthmulaqatontario pages ...