Linamix dies at the age of 29. It is with great regret that the Aga Khan Studs announce the death of LINAMIX at the age of 29. As a racehorse, LINAMIX carried the pink and grey colors of his breeder, Jean-Luc Lagardère, and notably won the Gr.1 Poule d'Essai des Poulains before being retired for covering duties to Haras du Val ...
Lahore, Pakistan, 9 September 2016 - The Conservation of the 17th Century Shahi Hammam in the Walled City of Lahore has received the Award of Merit in this year's UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation, announced in Bangkok on 1st September 2016. The Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan (AKCSP), with financial support of the Royal Norwegian Embassy (RNE) and facilitation ...
Healthy Hints Despite the red traffic light for sugar, this recipe uses less sugar than a traditional sev recipe. To make up for less sugar, we've added raisins and vanilla essence which both lend a certain subtle sweetness to the dish, while nuts like almonds and pistachios which contain heart-healthy nutrients add substance and depth of flavour so you don't miss ...
Global -- Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, 6 September 2016 -- Prince Rahim represented Mawlana Hazar Imam at the opening ceremony of the Second World Nomad Games, an international event that celebrates the cultural heritage of nomadic peoples throughout out the world. Attending at the invitation of His Excellency President Almazbek Atambayev, Prince Rahim led the Aga Khan Development Network delegation, which included Shamsh ...
Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, 6 September 2016 - Representing His Highness the Aga Khan, Prince Rahim Aga Khan attended the official opening of the Second World Nomad Games, 2016, at the invitation of H.E. President Almazbek Atambayev. He was amongst 30 other Heads of Delegations, which included Heads of Republics, Ministers and other high level dignitaries. With more than 1,000 performers and an ...
Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic, 5 September 2016 - Undergraduate classes at the University of Central Asia's (UCA) Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic campus commenced on 5 September 2016. The 71 students admitted through a competitive, transparent and merit-based admissions process come from Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Welcoming the students, Shamsh Kassim-Lakha, Executive Chairman, UCA Board Executive Committee and Diplomatic Representative ...
Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic - The University of Central Asia (UCA) is a regional, fully residential, internationally chartered university devoting considerable resources to mountain-based research. It is a secular, private and not-for-profit university founded by the Governments of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The pioneering class of undergraduates began their educational journey at the first ...
Healthy Hints The fat traffic light signals that this recipe is high in fat; indicating that it can be enjoyed occasionally with a lighter side. It also reminds us to be mindful about the rest of our week's meals to ensure that on the whole we keep our fat intake within limits. Of course, feel free to reduce the amount of ...
"As you have seen from recent days, here in Karachi, but also in other parts of Pakistan, the Jamat that has been here comes from many different countries, speaks many different languages, comes from different backgrounds, cultural backgrounds, but remember, please remember, that you are one Jamat; that you recognise the same Imam of the Time." Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness ...
News story -- Dr Walid Ghali presented a paper entitled To print or not to print. Is that still the question? at the 38th Annual Conference of the Middle East Librarians Committee (MELCom), which was held at Leiden University in The Netherlands. The paper explored the various possibilities that led to the delay in the launch of the printing press during the ...
News story -- Thirty-one participants from Canada, India, Pakistan, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States of America attended the fourteenth Summer Programme on Islam, which was held at the Ismaili Centre, London, from 14 - 20 July. The participants came from a diverse range of professional backgrounds including education, government, journalism, judiciary, medicine, media and non-governmental organisations. The Summer ...
Born To Sea secures first Group victory. The Aga Khan Studs stallions were on spectacular form on Sunday, with a Group double for Siyouni in Deauville, and a first Group success for first season sire BORN TO SEA at the Curragh. Sea The Stars' three-quarter brother BORN TO SEA has begun to follow in the illustrious footsteps of his elder. The ...
Kabul, Afghanistan, 26 August 2016 - The fabled 19th Century Stor Palace (also known as the Qasre Storay) has been restored to its former grandeur by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) in collaboration with the governments of Afghanistan and India. The conservation project, which employed more than 300 Afghan craftsmen and laborers and generated 282,000 man/days of employment, was ...
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 23 August 2016 - Tanzania's Minister for Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Honourable Madam Ummy Ally Mwalimu, and Princess Zahra Aga Khan, Chair of the Aga Khan Health Services Board Executive Committee, officially launched Phase 2 construction of the Aga Khan Hospital today. The Hospital is at the centre of a healthcare system under the ...
Healthy Hints Falling into the category of both a drink and dessert, mango lassi can be served post-meal as a sweet dish or a snack with some fresh nuts sprinkled on top if you're trying to keep your meals light. Although sugar is needed to balance the tartness of fresh yoghurt, you can skip this step if you prefer your proportion ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee visit to Tanzania. ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee visit to Syria. ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee visit to Uganda. ...
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His daughter Trixia back to best in Prix de Lieurey, and yearlings appeal at Arqana. Siyouni enjoyed a great day at Deauville on Monday as his daughter Trixia provided a classy display to lift the Gr. 3 Prix de Lieurey. During the first two sessions of Arqana's premier yearling sale, the Haras de Bonneval sire has seen three progeny conceived at ...
BY RIYAAN MAHERALI Adnan Dahlvani of Team USA with brothers Qayl (left) and Riyaan (right), both wearing the FC Barcelona soccer camp jerseys. I first met Adnan on my way to the Global Village.* He and his team were walking towards us when I recognized the team USA shirts. I wanted to take a picture with them, and of course ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee visit to Kenya. ...
Highlights of sport action at the 2016 Jubilee Games in Dubai on Thursday, 28 July. ...
Looking back on some of the highlights of the 2016 Jubilee Games that took place between 22 - 29 July in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. ...
Global -- In a dazzling end to a memorable week, the Jubilee Games Closing Ceremony was a kaleidoscope of colour, dance, music, photos, and inspiring words. ...
Frederik van Oudenhoven happily displaying the 688 page book "With Our Own Hands" that he co-authored with Jamila Haider. Photo: Facebook page, PamirFoodandLife "Those of us reading this book several thousand miles away from the Pamir Mountains cannot fail to be moved by the celebration of human diversity and dignity. I hope this book will act as a spur to other ...
This moves takes you through the journey of AKRSP (I)'s skill development and placement programme and through journeys of countless youth who benefited by this program. ...
Nutrition Centre -- Paediatrician Dr Fatima Hashamali has spent over three decades serving communities in East Africa and Pakistan. For World Breastfeeding Week, she highlights three ways in which breastfeeding can boost a baby's immunity. World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year between 1 - 7 August. In more than 170 countries around the world, it provides an opportunity to talk ...
Global -- The final day of competition at the Jubilee Games lived up to the hype. Team Canada caught up to and overtook Team Pakistan in the medal standings, and everyone in attendance was treated to great matches. ...
In this lecture, Walid Saleh, Associate Professor and Chair of the Institute of Islamic Studies at the University of Toronto, discusses the status of the Qur'an in the 21st century. This lecture took place on May 1, 2016 in the Aga Khan Museum auditorium and is the second in the six-part lecture series titled "Islam and Muslims in the 21st Century." The series ...
The University of Central Asia's (UCA) first undergraduate campus in Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic is on schedule to open in September 2016. ...
News story -- In April 2016, the Institute underwent a three-day review visit by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). The purpose of the QAA is to safeguard standards for all Higher Education institutions in the UK, which include Alternative Providers such as the IIS. The Higher Education Review (HER) is an in-depth review which examines every aspect of the Institute's work that ...
Competition was intense at the 2016 Jubilee Games, but it was the spirit of unity that won out in the end. And nothing was more symbolic of that unity than the Jubilee Games theme song, which could be heard on the lips of literally everyone. ...
Approximately 2,000 volunteers from the United Arab Emirates and abroad gathered in Dubai to make the 2016 Jubilee Games a reality. This video pays tribute to them. ...
Highlights of sport action at the 2016 Jubilee Games in Dubai on Wednesday, 27 July. ...
Salim Merchant, Farah Mitha and Raj Pandit perform the Jubilee Games theme song live, at the Opening Ceremony of the 2016 Jubilee Games in Dubai. ...
Dushanbe, Tajikistan, 29 July 2016 - Focus Humanitarian Assistance (FOCUS), an affiliate of the Aga Khan Development Network, and the Swiss Cooperation Office in Tajikistan have signed an agreement to implement Phase II of a 36-month project that will directly and indirectly enhance community disaster preparedness levels of approximately 50,000 people in Tajikistan. The project, "Creating Opportunities in a Safe Environment ...
Highlights of sport action at the 2016 Jubilee Games in Dubai on Tuesday, 26 July. ...
The onsite camp was developed as a partnership between the Jubilee Games and FCBEscola, the flagship academy of the FC Barcelona professional football club. Over 200 participants aged 8 - 17 are registered to take part. ...
