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Art quote of the day by Vincent Van Gogh: “I dream my painting and I paint my dream” | The Times of India

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At this U.S. visit to China dinner banquet, the most eye-catching figure in the prime center seat between Musk and Cook was Lansi Technology founder Zhou Qunfei—from a rural factory girl to China's richest woman, with absolutely no background to rely on, building everything from ...

According to CCTV, China tested humanoid robots in all stages of real tea production in Fujian province, including harvesting, transportation on mountain roads, withering, roasting with real-time thermal monitoring, and leaf pressing. The challenge is part of the promotional campaign for the 2026 ...

Google trnaslation of the above two poems

Hindi

Listen, oh listen, the sound of God's arrival is now being heard.
The congregations of Hunza and Gilgit are now rejoicing.

Years of preparations for His arrival have been in preparation, and
today those same preparations are filling every heart ...

‘Hindu order runs India’: Court declares another medieval mosque a temple

In repeat of a familiar pattern, the Madhya Pradesh High Court rules that the historic Kamal Maula mosque is a temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess.

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In 1957, to sisters, Joanna and Jacqueline, 11 and 6 respectively. They were killed in a tragic car accident. One year after they were buried, their mother gave birth to twins. She named them Jennifer and Gillian.

The parents started observing some strange things about the girls:

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Trump Administration Pushes Narrative of Christian Founding at Rally

The day-long prayer event featured speakers from President Trump’s cabinet and a program that drew connections between the nation’s founding and Christianity.

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What’s a joke that never gets old no matter how many times you hear it?

Man is awakened by his doctor in the hospital. Man asks the doctor what the prognosis is. The doctor says “I have good news and bad news, which do you want to hear first?” “The bad news” the man answers. The doctor says “I’m ...

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China built a 300-meter horizontal skyscraper that connects four towers at a height of 250 meters, with a steel structure weighing 12,000 tons, equivalent to the Eiffel Tower, and it was assembled on the ground before being lifted with hydraulic systems.

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Saudi Arabia deploys 22,000 staff and 88,000 waste units for Hajj

More than 13,000 cleaners and 3,000 vehicles mobilised for Hajj

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Song: Aa Raha Hai
Poetry: Fez Meghani

This beautiful devotional song was originally written by Fez Meghani during the historic USA visit of Mawlana Hazir Imam. Today, we are honored to present this beloved geet in a new version on the joyful and blessed occasion of Mawlana Hazir Imam’s visit to ...

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Rouh-e Mosafer | The Traveling Soul
Farsi Song | Inspired by Ismaili Poet Nasir Khusraw

Inspired by the philosophical spirit and spiritual journey themes found in the writings of Nasir Khusraw — the ...

Quote of the day by Confucius: 'Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant thing. It is true you are gently shouldered off the stage, but then...' – inspiring lessons on aging, life’s changing priorities and why growing older will help find peace by Confucianism founder

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As per my understanding, Imam should be one at a time; there cannot be two Imams simultaneously.

So according to my understanding, as soon as Hazarat Ali was born and declared as Noor Avtar, Abu Talib should not be considered Imam at the same time.

I agree with Admin that no future Imam ...

What if your past lives are shaping your life right now?

Why Your Soul Chose This Life

A Free Video Event With Alchemical Astrologer Jocelyn Star Feather

Discover the Astrology of Your Soul Contract Through a Shamanic Journey to Your Past Lives

Find out how your astrological birth chart ...

These are old theories that have created confusions and even split the community in the past.
The verses below from Moman Chetamni clearly indicate Hazarat Ali was born an Imam although Hazarat Abu Talib was the actual Imam.

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Saudi Arabia and U.A.E. Carried Out Secret Attacks in Iran, U.S. Officials Say

The Gulf Arab states have been grappling with how to deter Iran after the war made clear the limits of American security guarantees.

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THE IRAN WAR WORSENS AMERICA’S DEMOCRATIC EROSION

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After 30 years of development, engineer presents flying car that turns into a ‘plane’ in less than 2 minutes, uses a 280 hp engine, has already logged over 170 flight hours, and is coming to market

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Khushamdid (Welcome) is a beautiful track sung by Shehzad Roy and Natasha Baig in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s expected arrival in Northern Pakistan.

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Dukoma, performed by Irfan Sheen and Ambreen Shakoor, is a ...

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Shared values, shared progress: AKDN and France in partnership with Africa

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With hearts filled with love, excitement, and deep devotion, we proudly present our new Ismaili geet “Maula Pakistan Aana.” This beautiful Pakistan Visit Special geet expresses the heartfelt prayers and joyful anticipation of the Jamat as they eagerly await this blessed and historic occasion.

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Ya Ali Madad! ✨🌍
​The devotion of a Murid for their Imam is the purest love in the world. As the worldwide Ismaili Jamat celebrates the glorious era of our 50th Hazir Imam, Shah Rahim Aga Khan V, 'Ismaili Essence 786' presents our most soulful ...

Mind As A Garden: Quote of the day by Sister Shivani: "Your mind is like a garden, whatever you plant in it will grow" - The Times of India

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Americans Haven’t Found a Satisfying Alternative to Religion
Is it any wonder the country is revisiting faith?

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Korean proverb of the day: “One can build a mountain by collecting specks of dust” — how small efforts gradually create big results | - The Times of India

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Quote of the day by Aristotle: “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” | - The Times of India

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