Aboobucker Mohamed Abdul Azeez (A M A Azeez), an eminent educationist, erudite learned scholar in English and Tamil, brilliant orator, efficient administrator, writer, visionary and dedicated community worker, was born on October 4, 1911 to a traditional elite family of Vannarpannai in Jaffna. His father S.M. Aboobucker J.P. was a leading lawyer, Quazi, Vice-Chairman of the Jaffna Urban Council and …
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The history of the majestic mansion ‘Mumtaz Mahal’ situated at 544, Galle Road, Kollupitiya, built by a member of a leading Muslim family is a fascinating story. Mohamed Cassim Bhoy, who came to Ceylon from Surat, India in 1820, married and settled down in Matara. His wife was from a well-known family who were migrants from Yemen in the Arab …
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Abstract The article seeks to convey the legacy of a renowned pioneering reformist, Dr. Baduideen Mahmud and his contribution to the transformation of socio-political and educational frameworks which inspired generations with his unwavering dedication. Especially, to those within the marginalized communities in the Muslim demographic by demonstrating his profound commitment to equality, justice, academics and politics. Dr. Baduideen Mahmud was …
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The historic train track serves as a symbol of renewal, promising to reconnect the neighbours through trade, travel, and shared prosperity. The historic Hejaz Railway is all set to chug back to life, marking the revival of an Ottoman-era Hejaz Railway link that once took traders and pilgrims from Istanbul to the Muslim holy cities of Medina and Mecca and …
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COLOMBO : A well-known educationist and one-time principal of Muslim Ladies College Jezima Ismail was felicitated by a group of her past pupils and well-wishers on her 91st birthday, on Sunday, September 21. Fawaza Thaha, president of the YWMA, said her remarkable leadership and dedication to education have profoundly impacted countless Muslim girls at Muslim Ladies College, leaving a lasting …
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It is no easy task to encapsulate the profound impact that A.I. Marikar had on the development and progress of Sri Lanka’s alternative financial system, commonly known as Islamic Banking and Finance (IBF). A banker by profession having served the Grindlays Bank, Saudi British Bank, Emirates Bank, Middle East Bank and MCB Bank with distinction, Marikar was a teacher, mentor, …
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