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*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 ...

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.”

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Update Part 3

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Groundbreaking marks new chapter for Jamat in Greater Montreal

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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 ...

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 ...

How a Healthy Mind-Set Influences Longevity

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

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Nan Niland, 72, volunteers about 15 hours a week at a home goods ...

Mawlana Hazar Imam hosts lunch reception for Parliamentarians

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Mawlana Hazar Imam hosted at Rideau Hall

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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 ...

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

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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 ...

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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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.

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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

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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 ...

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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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 ...

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 ...

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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Ya Ali Madad.

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

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May Noor Mawlana Hazar Imam fill our spiritual hearts ...

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Pitch perfect
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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 ...

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 ...

By Lauren Jackson

Good morning. As the war in Iran enters its fourth week, I’m yearning for a more robust conversation about morality — in politics, in our workplaces and online.

So today, I want to talk about the idea of public theology.

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IIS Scholar Speaks at Alyth Synagogue’s 13th Annual Iftar

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‘It makes me feel more British’: Muslims say religious diversity in the UK part of identity

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To Address Farm Labor Shortage, Trump Administration Turns to Migrant Workers

As the president’s immigration policies squeeze an already tight supply of farm labor, the Trump administration is making it cheaper to hire foreign farmworkers.

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