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Founder Pro-Chancellor : Sir Aga Khan

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H.H. Sir Sultan Mohammed Shah, Aga Khan III

 

Founder Pro-Chancellor : Sir Aga Khan

 

Born : 2nd November, 1877 in Karachi : British India now Pakistan
Died :11th July, 1957 : (Burried in Aswan, Egypt)
Spouse: Shahzadi Begum, granddaughter of Aga Khan I.
Married: 2 November 1896, in Poona, India

Cleope Teresa Magliano (1888-1926) Married: 1908
Andrée Joséphine Carron (1898 – 1976) Married: 13 December 1929, in Bombay, India
Yvonne Blanche Labrousse (February 1906 – 1 July 2000)
Married: 9 October 1944, in Geneva, Switzerland

Father: Aqa Ali Shah alias Aga Khan II (47th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims)
Mother :Nawab A’lia Shamsul-Mulk, A granddaughter of Fateh Ali Shah of Persia.
Children:Giuseppe Mahdi Khan (died February 1911) and Ali Solomone Khan

(1911-1960) from Cleope Teresa Magliano
Sadruddin Aga Khan from Andrée Joséphine Carron

Grandson : Karim Agha Khan : 49th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims
Giuseppe Mahdi Khan, Ali Solomone Khan,
Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan : Served as United Nations High

Commissioner for Refugees from 1966 to 1978

Career:

August 1885- 11th July, 1957 : 48th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims
1902 : Member, Imperial Legislative Council
1906-1913 :Founding President. All-India Muslim League
Visitor, MAO College Aligarh.
10th Jan. 1911 :Founding Chairman, Central Foundation Committee, Aligarh
17th Dec. 1920-April 1930: Founding Pro-Chancellor, Aligarh Muslim University
12th Nov. 1930 : Delegate, First Round Table Conference
1934-37 : Member, General Assembly of League of Nations
1937 : Member, Privy Council
1937-38 : President, General Assembly of League of Nations

source at here: http://karwaanealigarh.blogspot.com/2008/01/founder-pro-chancellor-sir-aga-khan.html

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Past Presidents: David Fraser

Fraser became head of the Aga Khan Secretariat’s Social Welfare Department, which manages the health, education, and housing initiatives of the Aga Khan Development Network. (The Development Network is a group of non-profits working to improve quality of life primarily in South Asia and East Africa; the eponymous Prince Aga Khan IV is the Imam of the Ismali branch of Shi’ah Islam.)

Living in France, Fraser worked with the directors of a variety of educational and health-care systems. The largest of these were in Pakistan, but he also oversaw programs in Tajikistan, Bangladesh, Tanzania, and other countries. He was also the Aga Khan’s “point person” for the Aga Khan University‘s budget.

This was, Fraser said, “an entirely different culture” from Swarthmore. “A liberal arts college,” he said, “has a kind of wonderful horizontal anarchy…it’s not always easy to run, but it is always intellectually challenging. With the Aga Khan, on the other hand, he’s the prince – he makes the decisions.” Personally, he thought that although he could “adapt to the situation,” it was not the style to which he was most naturally suited. Yet, because the Aga Khan was doing “such good work,” Fraser was happy to work within the system for a time.

Source at here: http://daily.swarthmore.edu/2009/1/22/david-fraser/

Aga Khan Film in Paris at the famous Institut du monde arabe!

Aga Khan Film in Paris at the famous Institut du monde arabe!

The Institute is a cultural endeavour as a partnership between France and twenty-two Arab countries including the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, and Jordan.

 

Details:

Tickets: FREE

Jan 29th – 6:30PM

Auditorium (niveau -2)

Institut du monde arabe

1, rue des Fossés Saint-Bernard – Place Mohammed V

Paris Cedex 05

75236

 

The film will play in English with French subtitles. See the trailer.

After the screening, there will be a discussion with Co-Director Jane Chablani and myself.

 

We hope to see you there and please forward this e-mail to your friends and family in Paris.

 

Best wishes.

PM urges KSA to recruit more Bangladeshis

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged the Saudi government to increase their development assistance to Bangladesh and recruit larger volume of human resources from the country.She suggested that Saudi Arabia could recruit both unskilled and skilled manpower from Bangladesh, particularly engineers, doctors and nurses.The prime minister made the request when Saudi Ambassador in Dhaka Abdullah Nasir-Al Bossairy called on her at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) this morning.The Saudi ambassador formally handed over to Sheikh Hasina a letter of felicitation from Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz on her assumption of the office of prime minister.The PM thanked to the Saudi King for his congratulation and extended an invitation to him for visiting Bangladesh.The Saudi envoy assured the PM that Saudi Arabia would “gradually” increase development assistance to Bangladesh and recruit more manpower from the country.During the discussion, the prime minister laid emphasis on establishing peace in the Middle Eastern countries as well as across the world for prosperity of all mankind.They also discussed various issues of mutual interests and hoped that the existing friendly relations between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia would be strengthened further in the days to come.Later, a three-member delegation of Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili Council of Bangladesh led by its president Habib Hirji paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.Habib Hirji formally handed over a felicitation letter from Prince Aga Khan, Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, to Sheikh Hasina on her assumption of the office of prime minister.The delegation apprised the PM of their various development projects in Bangladesh including the proposed Aga Khan Academy and Ismaili Jamayat KhanaThe PM was also informed that Prince Aga Khan has expressed his willingness to build more educational institutions in Bangladesh.The prime minister inquired about the well-being of members of the Shia Ismaili community living in Bangladesh.Secretary to the PMO Kazi Aminul Islam and Press Secretary to the Prime Minister Abul Kalam Azad were present.

source at here: http://www.thedailystar.net/newDesign/latest_news.php?nid=14536

Book Review: Masters and Masterpieces of Iranian Cinema

By Farouk Mitha

Farouk Mitha is Academic Course Director for the Secondary Teacher Education Programme at the Institute of Ismaili Studies in London, England

“The power of American cinema is even greater than America’s military might.  In the long run the presence of American cinema across the globe could create more problems than its military presence.”  These provocative words are offered by the Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami near the end of his documentary entitled 10 on Ten (2004).  Ostensibly this is a documentary on the making of his film Ten, though it is also arguably Kiarostami’s masterclass on filmmaking in general.  Like Ten, the documentary is divided into ten segments, each segment is introduced with a film editing leader number, thus making transparent that we are watching an edited film, or, put differently, a selected version of reality.  In these selected versions we watch Kiarostami in the driver’s seat (presumably through a fixed camera on the passenger side); we hear Kiarostami in Farsi followed by an English voice-over.  Kiarostami’s monologue, in effect, takes us behind the scenes of the art and craft of filmmaking.

source at here: http://www.arabmediasociety.com/topics/index.php?t_article=257 

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What is Green Architecture?

“What is Green Architecture?” Season Premiere to Feature Diébédo Francis Kéré

Aga Kahn Prize Winner to Deliver a Lecture – “Step by Step: Building Schools in Africa”, Followed by a Discussion with MoMA Curator Andres Lepik

Prizewinning architect designs low-cost green buildings in his native Burkina Faso.

Full Release

NEW YORK (January 15) — The Goethe-Institut New York, a branch of the Federal Republic of Germanyʼs international cultural institution, is pleased to announce the season premiere of its hit series, “What is Green Architecture?” — recommended by The New York Post, Time Out New York, The Architect’s Newspaper, Flavorpill, Unbeige, Apartment Therapy, Gothamist and more — which spotlights next-wave pioneers in the field in conversation with curator and host Andres Lepik. “What is Green Architecture?” brings architects and engineers to New York in order to give audiences the exclusive privilege to travel the globe via projects of the future, from Harvard’s transformative Allston Science Complex to the first carbon-neutral city, currently taking shape in the United Arab Emirates. ( compelte source )

AKU Newsletter

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July 2008
Celebrating 25 Years
“March 16, 2008 is a milestone in the history of our University. On that day, 25 years ago the Aga Khan University received its charter as a private international University…..{ Download }

CHILDREN AT KASARANI HOME TO SMILE

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Coastweek – - FOOD FOR CHILDREN. Fauzia Hassan [second left],
the Director of Mama Fauzia Children’s Home, Kasarani, received
bags a maize flour from Ida Majid [left] Paul Njihia [second right]
and Nancy Maina [right], members of staff of the Aga Khan Unive-
rsity Hospital. The Aga Khan Development Network donated food,
clothes and cooking oil to the children’s home which houses 51
youngsters most of whom were abandoned by their parents.

complete sour at here: http://www.coastweek.com/3203-13.htm

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Admissions

 Under its charter, Aga Khan University is open to all academically qualified candidates. The University is non-denominational and admission to its academic programmes is needs-blind and based strictly on merit. Candidates are expected to complete a formal application form, including a personal statement, giving their reasons for wishing to enrol in the Programme and submit it with their transcript(s) and letters of reference. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to participate in an interview.

Apply now for the MA in Muslim Cultures

Applications for entry in September 2009 to the MA in Muslim Cultures are now being accepted. The application deadline is 2 February 2009. To apply please download a prospectus and application form:

• Prospectus 2009-2010
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Royal visit brings Ismaili students together

Carleton students gathered to welcome Prince Karim Aga Khan IV to Ottawa this December

The Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat was inaugurated with a ceremony on Dec. 6 on Sussex D Flags announce the Golden Jubilee of His rive ( Photo: Farhan Devji )

Highness, though we met for the first time only three years ago, I feel like I have known you a long time,” Prime Minister Stephen Harper told Prince Karim Aga Khan IV at the inauguration ceremonies of the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat on Dec. 6.

“My long-time university roommate, Alnoor Lakhani, is an Ismaili, and he kept a picture of you in our room,” added Harper, as the falling snowflakes became visible through the translucent walls of the elegant $54 million landmark.

Alnoor Lakhani isn’t the only one who keeps a reminder of His Highness the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of over 13.5 million Shia Ismaili Muslims around the world.

Among the 70,000 Ismaili Muslims in Canada, approximately 1,250 live in the Ottawa region, and roughly 35 attend Carleton University,  according to Ottawa Ismaili Students Association President Shelina Jamal.

Hafiz Moledina, a public administration master’s student, says he also keeps a picture of the Aga Khan in his dorm room.

“Canada and the Aga Khan have had a very fruitful relationship since the early 1970s, and I feel this shows the level of admiration and confidence His Highness has for our country,” he says.

source at here: http://www.charlatan.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21166&Itemid=150

From sea to sea, the Aga Khan’s jubilee

Compared to several other major cities in Canada, Ottawa’s population of Ismaili Muslims is scarce at best, but they’re certainly not complaining.

Prince Karim Aga Khan IV started his visit to Canada to celebrate his Golden Jubilee – 50th year as Imam (spiritual leader) of all the Ismaili Muslims worldwide – in Ottawa, and ended it right back in the nation’s capital with the opening ceremonies of the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat.

Source at here: http://www.charlatan.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21165&Itemid=150

Pluralistic World

It was good to see a health center in Gulmit. I visited this center and was really impressed with how two nurses were committed to running it 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Yes, 24 hours a day. Even some well-known colleges and universities in Pakistan don’t have a 24-hour health care facility for its students, faculty, and staff.

A couple of young female students of Gulmit

While walking through the streets of Gulmit, I ran into these two female students. They said hello to me and I responded with a ‘hi’ and a smile. They spoke to me in English and asked me to take their picture. I asked them if it was really OK for them to be photographed and they said yes, it was fine. Then one of them asked me if my taking their picture had anything to do with money and I said, no. Then they were comfortable and so was I. I overheard them talking to each other and believe the girl in red uniform was Fatima.

(Mukhi) Alijah Ibadat Shah with kids

He was the first person I interacted with when I took a walk in Gulmit. He was also the first teacher in Gulmit.

source at here: http://pluralisticworld.blogspot.com/

Ahly claim precious win over Ismaili

ISMAILIYA: Mohamed Barakat’s second-half strike earned Ahly a 1-0 away victory over Ismaili in an ill-tempered Egyptian Premier League clash on Saturday.

The mercurial midfielder scored the winner five minutes past the hour mark to dent Ismaili’s hopes of competing for the league title.

Ahly players rushed into the tunnel right following the final whistle to avoid being hit by a barrage of seats thrown from Ismaili fans.

It was the Red Devils’ first league win over Ismaili since May 2006.

Ahly moved into third place in the league table with 26 points, three behind second-placed Ismaili, who played three extra games.

 soruce at here: http://dailystaregypt.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=18853

Count Hassan Kassim Lakha

Hassan Kassim Lakha had a most colorful life. His community services were diverse and distinguished. His services during the Golden Jubilee were manifold. He had an honour to host the Imam and Mata Salamat with distinguished leaders in Kampala on March 15, 1937 in the Imperial Hotel. The dignitaries also attended it, notably the governor of Uganda. He made a welcome address and said, “It is not necessary to introduce an international personality of the Aga Khan as he is direct descendant of Holy Prophet and Hazrat Ali. His words are considered as rules by million of Muslims in Africa and Asia. He holds an important office and authority of a religious leader that none equals him in the world. He is famous for his close alliance and loyalty with the British empire. He has warded off many complicated issues by his brilliant calibre and diplomacy. His services are spread in the spheres of religion, politics, social and humanity. He is eminent saviour to rescue the world in many terrible calamities soon after the first world war. He is noted for a patron of sports and learning. He has attracted the Indian communities in Africa for his outstanding services regardless of cast and creed.”

source at here: http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Count-Hassan-Kassim-Lakha/673971

Ismaili Scout Group

The Ismaili Rehmani Garden Scout Group is small but modest Scout Group located in Karachi, Pakistan.

The Aim of the Rehmani Garden Scout Group is to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible Pakistani citizens and members of our local, national and international communities.

The Method of achieving the Aim of the Rehmani Garden Scout Group is by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law and guided by Trained Adult Leadership.

“But the real way to happiness is by giving out happiness to other people. Try and leave this world a little better than you found it and when it comes to die you can die happy in feeling that at any rate you have not wasted your time but have done your best. “Be Prepared” in this way to live happy and die happy – stick to your Scout Promise always – even after you have ceased to be a boy – and God help you do it.”

“Lord Robert Baden-Powell” – Founder of Scouting

resource at here: http://www.rgscouts.com/

I.M. Pei-designed Islamic art museum opens in Qatar

DOHA, Qatar — Qatar’s new Islamic art museum, designed by the famous American architect I.M. Pei, is the latest effort by this tiny, oil-rich nation to compete with rival Gulf countries for international attention and investment.

Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates have also spent billions over the last decade to transform themselves from small desert towns to sprawling international cities. Much of the initial investment was in business, entertainment and sports, but there has also been a push toward promoting arts and culture.

source at here: http://www.usatoday.com/travel/destinations/2009-01-05-qatar-art-museum_N.htm