A Khoja Makes History as New York’s First Muslim Mayor
In a defining moment for American urban politics, Mr Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old New York–based Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri, has been elected Mayor of New York City after defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Securing roughly 50 percent of the votes, Zohran becomes the first Muslim and the first South Asian to lead […]
Read MoreExclusive Interview with the Khoja Advising the Australian Government’s AI Transition
Br Abbas Seyani, a distinguished Khoja professional based in Australia, is making waves at the intersection of technology and policy. Born in Dubai to a well-known trading family, he grew up surrounded by community service. His father being a popular member of the community, and his mother a longstanding volunteer and Madrassa teacher. His family […]
Read MoreArbaeen Day in Zanzibar: When the Island Wept with Karbala
By Hasnain Walji. Ph.D To be in Zanzibar for Arbaeen is to stand where it all began. — at the first Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri mosque in the world — Juni Misit, the Kuwwat-ul-Islam Jamaat mosque. This soil holds the birth of our Ithna-Asheri heritage. And once again this year, it held our grief. The salty […]
Read MoreThreads of Time: Weaving the Tapestry of The World Federation
With the Golden Jubilee of The World Federation’s founding approaching, we reflect on a remarkable journey defined by faith, resilience, and unity. The following piece, penned by Dr Hasnain Walji, former President of The World Federation and the current Head of the Khoja Heritage Project, beautifully captures this half-century voyage. Through his thoughtful verses, Dr […]
Read MoreQur’an City Opens at iconic Khoja institution: A Journey Through Revelation, Reflection, and Renewal at MARC, Toronto
On May 3, 2025, the Mulla Asghar Resource Center (MARC) officially launched Qur’an City—a bold, visionary exhibition that transforms the sacred message of the Holy Qur’an into a walkable city of spiritual exploration and immersive learning. Built around 17 distinct zones, each inspired by key Qur’anic themes, the exhibition offers visitors an opportunity not just […]
Read MoreGlobal Impact: Khoja PhD Finalist Takes the Stage in U.S. Nutrition Science
US-based Graduate Research Assistant Elina Dawoodani Wadia has been one of the six finalists in the Student Interest Group (SIG) Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, at the American Society for Nutrition (ASN)’s flagship event NUTRITION 2025. About Elina Dawoodani Wadia Originally from Mumbai, India, Elina is a US-based Ph.D. candidate in Nutrition Science and a Graduate […]
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A Khoja Makes History as New York’s First Muslim Mayor
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