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Barakah is dedicated to Mawlana Shah Rahim al Hussaini, His Highness the Aga Khan, members of his family and the Ismaili Imamat – a Hereditary Divine Institution from the Time of the Prophet Muhammad and Imam Ali

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  • Barakah: A Dedication to Mawlana Hazar Imam
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    • The Quest and Ecstasy of Didar (Vision) in the Nizari Ismaili Ginanic tradition as UK Ismailis prepare for a beautiful encounter with His Highness the Aga Khan
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to the U.K.
    • Latest News (2026): Princess Zahra Aga Khan installed as first Pro-Chancellor of AKU
    • “Call on the Names of Imams”
    • Prince Sinan Aga Khan in pictures
    • The birth anniversary of Hazrat Ali
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Portugal
    • Special coverage the Aga Khan’s visit to the USA
    • His Late Highness Aga Khan IV in Pictures: Part 2, 2000 – 2025
    • His Highness the Aga Khan’s speeches, messages and statements
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Kyrgyzstan
    • Princess Zahra Aga Khan in Pictures: Part II (2021 – 2025)
    • Princess Zahra Aga Khan in Pictures: Part I (1970 to 2020)
    • The Aga Khan, “is running marathons;” he is a “Berlin Legend”
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Kyrgyzstan
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Uganda
    • A tribute to Prince Amyn Aga Khan on his 88th birthday
    • His Late Highness Aga Khan IV on Prophet Muhammad
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Kenya
    • Special coverage of the Aga Khan’s historic visit to France
    • The Aga Khan approves a new motif for his inaugural visits to Ismaili Muslims
    • His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan gives his first address as Chancellor of the University of Central Asia
    • Special Coverage of the Aga Khan’s visit to Mozambique
    • Latest news: The Aga Khan’s message to his community in Iran
    • Ghadir Khumm: Ismaili Muslims Continue to be Guided by the Promised Rope of Imamat
    • The Aga Khan congratulates triumphant Ismaili Mountaineer
    • Aga Khan writes to Pakistan Prime Minister for Pakistan-India peace
    • The Aga Khan confers the title of Diwan on Shafik Sachedina
    • Prince Irfan Aga Khan: Ten years in pictures
    • Prince Hussain Aga Khan at 51
    • Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan: 25 Years in Pictures
    • Sunday, March 16, 2025: Chehlum, the 40th day of mourning of Mawlana Shah Karim,
    • Aga Khan IV in Pictures: Part 1 – the 20th Century
    • His Highness the Aga Khan IV: Words of inspiration that transformed an idea into a living museum
    • The Life and Legacy of Aga Khan IV
    • His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan: A pictorial story
    • “Depth of Field: The Aga Khan Beyond the Lens”
    • Manuscript gifted to His Highness the Aga Khan on his enthronement
    • Worldwide tributes to His Highness the Aga Khan IV
    • His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan accepts oath of allegiance in a magnificent enthronement ceremony
    • In Gratitude: From Shah Karim to Shah Rahim
    • King Charles III grants Prince Rahim, the title of “His Highness”
    • His Highness the Aga Khan IV is laid to rest in Aswan
    • A reflection on the funeral ceremony of His Highness the Aga Khan IV
    • Posts in Social Media as Prince Rahim Succeeds His Father as 50th Hereditary Ismaili Imam
    • Prince Rahim Aga Khan is the New Face of Imamat
    • His Highness the Aga Khan, the 49th Hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, Passes Away
  • Talikas
    • Talika, May 2022 (Tajikistan)
    • Talika, January 2022 (Tajikistan Jamat)
    • Talika, 85th Salgirah, December 2021
    • Talika, 64th Imamat Day, July 2021
    • Talika, Navroz, March 2021
    • Talika, 84th Salgirah, December 2020
    • Talika, November 2020
    • Talika, 63rd Imamat Day, July 2020
    • Talika, Eid ul-Fitr, May 2020
    • Talika, Covid-19, April 2020
    • Talika, March 2020
    • Talika, Navroz, March 2020
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Author: Malik Merchant, Editor

Founding publisher and editor of www.barakah.com, www.simerg.com and www.simergphotos.com.
Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, Barakah featured image, Alzheimer's Association, Rita Hayworth Gala, Imagine Benefit
April 1, 2022April 2, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

Yasmin Aga Khan: A Princess with a Mission

Madeleine Albright with the Aga Khan at State Department dinner, Barakah, a dedication to the Aga Khan
March 23, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

His Highness the Aga Khan and Late Secretary of State Madeleine Albright

Aga Khan in traditional dress during his visit to Burma when he celebrated the Persian New Year or Navroz, photo Barakah and Simerg
March 20, 2022March 21, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

Navroz, March 21, 1960: A Historic Day in the Life of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, and His Jamat

His Highness the Aga Khan Visual and Textual Expressions Barakah
March 11, 2022March 12, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

For Navroz, a Collection of Beautiful Photos of His Highness the Aga Khan and Members of His Family

March 8, 2022December 10, 2025 Malik Merchant, Editor

Exclusive Photos: An Unforgettable and Awe-inspiring Mulaqat with Mata Salamat Begum Om Habibeh Aga Khan; and an Overview of Her Special Computer Project in Aswan

February 19, 2022December 10, 2025 Malik Merchant, Editor

The Winter Olympics: Reminiscing His Highness the Aga Khan’s Participation in the 1964 Innsbruck Olympic Games

January 21, 2022February 5, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Talika to the Jamat in Tajikistan Emphasizes Calm, Unity, and the Ismaili Tradition of Respecting Law of the Land, As Well As Rejecting Violence, Disorder and Illegal Activity

Still photo of Prince Hussain Aga Khan captured from his film, 7 seas
January 7, 2022February 5, 2022 Malik Merchant, Editor

7 Seas: A Special Film Presentation by Prince Hussain Aga Khan Shot Along Egypt’s Red Sea Coast

Close up of the vase presented by the world wide Ismaili community to Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, on the auspicious occasion of his 85th birthday, December 13, 2021.
December 25, 2021December 25, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

Mawlana Hazar Imam Accepts 85th Birthday Gift of 19th century Sèvres Porcelain Vases from World Wide Jamat With Appreciation and Gratitude: Barakah Presents a Brief Description of the Gift

December 14, 2021December 16, 2023 Malik Merchant, Editor

Holy Birthday Message of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan: Sends Blessings to Ismailis and Deceased Ismailis, Admires Pandemic Response, Calls for Commitment to Faith, Directs Institutions for Support in Conflict Areas, Family Members Assume Additional Responsibilities in His Work, and Appreciates Beautiful Salgirah Gift

A special presentation by Barakah on the auspicious occasion of Mawlana Hazar Imam His Highness the Aga Khan's 85th Birthday or Salgirah, Malik Merchant
December 9, 2021December 14, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, is the Present Bearer of the Noor of Imamat: Barakah Presents Profound Notes on the Imamat and a Very Special Piece of Art for the 85th Salgirah of the 49th Ismaili Imam

Honey Moon Lodge Karachi birthplace of Aga Khan III, Barakah
November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

Honeymoon Lodge: The Birthplace of Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah

Aga Khan portrait paintings by Ismaili artist Azeez Khanbhai, Barakah exclusive
November 2, 2021December 10, 2025 Malik Merchant, Editor

A Memorable Collection of Historical Photos of Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, His Highness the Aga Khan III

Ismaili artist Azeez Khanbhai and painting of Aga Khan
October 30, 2021December 21, 2023 Malik Merchant, Editor

Memorable Paintings of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, by Vancouver Ismaili Artist Azeez Khanbhai

Prince Aly Khan and Ms. Rita Hayworth visit Arusha, Tanzania (then Tanganyika), Barakah.com
October 23, 2021October 25, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

Rare Photographs of Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah and Prince Aly Khan from the Collection of Naffisa Gilani

Colin Powell, Aga Khan and Kennedy at Smithsonian Folklife Festival Barakah
October 18, 2021October 31, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

Flashback June 26, 2002: His Highness the Aga Khan and (Late) US Secretary of State Colin Powell Launch Smithsonian Folklife’s Silk Road Festival

Prince Rahim Aga Khan 50 Years by Malik Merchant Barakahin Pictures
October 11, 2021December 10, 2025 Malik Merchant, Editor

Prince Rahim Aga Khan: 50 Years in Pictures

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 Malik Merchant, Editor

A Rejuvenating Thanksgiving Weekend! And Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Blessings and Historical Photos from the Kanji Collection Made It Even More Rejuvenating

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