Events

Event Title Tiger of Mysore: Why the British Feared Tipu Sultan – Film Screening & Reflection Session Click to Register  Date & Time 📅 16 January 2026🕡 06:30 PM – 08:00 PM Venue :📍 Iwan Community Event Description Join us for an engaging screening and discussion on the life and legacy of Tipu Sultan, famously known as the Tiger of Mysore. This session explores why the British feared him, his vision for sovereignty, and the powerful message his struggle continues to carry today. The documentary highlights resistance, courage, innovation, and betrayal. It reflects on a leader who chose dignity over submission and reminds us that a single day of honor is greater than a lifetime in chains. Following the screening, we will have a short interactive reflection circle where participants can share thoughts and insights. What You Will Experience 🎬 Screening of Tiger of Mysore: Why the British Feared Tipu Sultan 🗣️ Guided reflection and open discussion 🧭 Insights on leadership, colonial resistance, and moral courage 🤝 Community learning experience Why Attend Understand Tipu Sultan’s historical impact Explore lesser-known perspectives on colonial history Reflect on the values of freedom, dignity, and faith Engage in a meaningful community conversation Who Can Attend ✔️ Students✔️ History enthusiasts✔️ Families✔️ Anyone interested in learning and reflection

Bachelor’s Kitchen: Breakfast Session Details 📅 Sunday, 18 January ⏰ 7:00 AM 📍 IWAN Click to Register Overview This practical Bachelor’s Kitchen session is designed to equip men with essential life skills — planning, purchasing, and cooking breakfast from scratch. Participants will move through the complete journey from market to plate, learning how to make smart food choices and prepare simple, healthy meals. What You’ll Learn 🛒 Smart wholesale purchasingHow to plan, budget, and buy essentials wisely 🍉 Seasonal awarenessUnderstanding which fruits and vegetables are best in each season 🧠 Smart buying decisionsQuality checking, price comparison, avoiding waste 🍳 Hands-on breakfast cookingSimple, healthy recipes cooked together as a team Why This Session Matters Running a household requires more than earning — it needs awareness, planning, and participation. Learning: purchasing cooking food management are essential life skills for men. This practice also reflects the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who actively helped at home and encouraged responsibility. Who Can Join? Men & bachelors Beginners in cooking Anyone who wants practical life skills Youth learning independence What to Expect ✔️ Market-style planning activity✔️ Group learning and teamwork✔️ Live breakfast preparation✔️ Practical tips you can use daily

Mini Market – January 24 Registration Early registration is encouraged as slots are limited. Register here:  Mini Market 2026 The Mini Market is a hands-on learning experience designed for children to explore entrepreneurship, teamwork, and financial responsibility in a safe and guided environment. Through this initiative, kids get the opportunity to plan, create, price, and sell products—learning real-world skills such as budgeting, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration. The focus is not just on profit, but on learning how effort, creativity, and teamwork come together. Parents may guide and support their children, but the stalls and sales are led by the kids themselves to ensure genuine learning and confidence-building. Date: Sat, 24th Jan 2026 Age: 6+ yrs Theme: Team Unity The kids will be given a table with covers along with chairs to sit. Fee: Group of 3: Rs 600 per individual Group of 2: Rs 800 per individual We have early bird discount for all kids who register by Dec 25. Hence Register soon. The fee includes the overall costs as well as the individual certificates which will be issued to the candidates. Please send the amount to sis Nuseeba to confirm your registration: What to Expect Kid-led stalls featuring food, crafts, and products Emphasis on teamwork and shared responsibility Financial literacy and ethical selling practices A fun, community-driven marketplace experience Important Guidelines Children are encouraged to sell original products and ideas Promotion of existing family businesses is not permitted Each team must actively participate and divide responsibilities Attendance at the Financial Literacy orientation is mandatory for registered teams For any questions or clarifications, feel free to reach out to us.

Game Night: The Game of Catan Event Details Date: 31 JanuaryTime: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMFormat: Interactive Board Game SessionRegister Now About the Session Join us for an engaging game night featuring The Game of Catan, a strategy-based board game that blends planning, negotiation, and decision-making. Players build settlements, trade resources, and adapt to evolving challenges—making every round dynamic and exciting. What You’ll Experience Strategic thinking and problem-solving Collaboration and friendly negotiation A relaxed space to connect and unwind Meaningful play that sharpens the mind No prior experience is required. Beginners are welcome. Why Join? This session goes beyond play. It encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and social interaction in a fun, pressure-free environment—making it a perfect way to learn, connect, and enjoy time together.

Ramadan, With BalanceA session on navigating Ramadan with clarity, care, and purpose Register Now Join us for a thoughtfully curated session focused on maintaining balance between daily life, health, and spiritual growth during the blessed month of Ramadan. About the Session Ramadan is a time of reflection and renewal, but it can also feel overwhelming when routines, energy levels, and responsibilities collide. This session offers practical insights and gentle guidance on approaching Ramadan in a way that feels intentional and sustainable. Through simple strategies and mindful reflection, participants will learn how to care for both their spiritual and physical well-being throughout the month. What You’ll Gain Practical tips to structure your day during Ramadan Guidance on balancing worship, work, and personal life Insights on maintaining health and energy while fasting Tools to approach Ramadan with calm, focus, and intention Who This Session Is For This session is open to anyone seeking a more mindful and balanced Ramadan—whether you are fasting for the first time or looking to deepen your experience this year. Why Attend Ramadan is not about doing more—it’s about doing what matters, with presence and purpose. This session helps you create a Ramadan that feels meaningful, nourishing, and aligned with your values.

Event Details Session: Talk & Open Discussion — Solution to the Current Crises?Date: Sunday, 15 February 2026Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMVenue: IWAN Community, Bangalore – 560052Audience: Men’s SessionRSVP: 6360049969 / 0987654321 Register Now!! About the Session We warmly invite you to a thought-provoking men’s gathering focused on understanding present social challenges and exploring constructive pathways toward unity, justice, and shared progress. This interactive session aims to foster meaningful dialogue, encourage reflection, and create space for diverse perspectives rooted in lived experiences. Through respectful conversation and exchange, participants will explore how stronger social and cultural alliances can contribute to building a more equal and prosperous future. Theme Solution to the Current Crises? The discussion centers on the idea that a strong Moolnivasi/Bahujan alliance — including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and converted minorities — can play a vital role in shaping an inclusive society grounded in dignity, justice, and opportunity for all. Participants will reflect on historical connections, present realities, and practical steps toward greater cooperation and understanding across communities. Speaker Mr. Sanna BathappaJoint Commissioner, State Excise (Retd.) With extensive administrative experience and deep engagement with social issues, Mr. Bathappa will lead the session along with other contributors, guiding an open and respectful discussion. Why Attend? Gain insights into current social and cultural challenges Engage in meaningful dialogue with community members Share perspectives and lived experiences Explore ideas for unity, cooperation, and collective progress Be part of a thoughtful, solution-oriented conversation Constructive dialogue is the first step toward meaningful change. This session offers a respectful space to listen, reflect, and contribute to conversations that matter for our shared future. We look forward to your presence. Organised by IWAN Community

Ramadan: Mastering the Manual Event Details Session Title: Ramadan: Mastering the ManualDate: 13 February 2026Time: 06:45pm to 08:00pmOpen To: AllRegister Now!! About the Session We live in a world that constantly teaches us to rely on effort, productivity, and visible outcomes. Success is measured by results, and worth is often tied to achievement. But Ramadan gently resets our inner manual. It restores clarity between the means we take and the One who gives them effect. It teaches us that while effort is necessary, true outcomes belong to Allah alone. Through fasting, our trust is refined.Through hunger, our dependence is corrected.Through restraint, our hearts are realigned. This session invites you to reflect deeply on how Ramadan reshapes our understanding of reliance (tawakkul), effort, and surrender — transforming everyday actions into conscious acts of faith. What You Will Explore The difference between effort and reliance The spiritual psychology of fasting Understanding true tawakkul Recalibrating intention in daily actions Letting go of control while striving with excellence Why This Session Matters In a performance-driven world, it is easy to believe everything depends solely on us. Ramadan reminds us: We strive.We plan.We work.But Allah is the One who grants results. Step into Ramadan with clarity.Reset your reliance.Master the manual.

Arabic - Allah’s chosen language for the Quran 14 February 2026 (Saturday)11:30 AMMasjid-e-Mamoor Register Now!! About the Session Have you ever wished to understand the Qur’an beyond translation? The Beauty Behind the Words is an engaging beginner-friendly session designed to spark a love for the Arabic language and help you connect more deeply with the Qur’an. This session gently introduces foundational concepts in a way that is clear, interactive, and meaningful — even if you are completely new to Arabic. What to Expect  An interactive icebreaker to inspire curiosity about Arabic and its powerful connection to the Qur’an A simple and clear introduction to Nahw (Arabic grammar) and Sarf (morphology) Guided reading and reflection on Surah Al-FatihahA short story demonstrating the practical beauty of Nahw and Sarf in action This is not just a lesson — it’s an experience designed to help you see the Qur’an with new eyes. Who Is This For? This session is specially designed for:  Complete beginners with no prior background in Arabic Students who want clarity in foundational concepts Anyone who wishes to build confidence in understanding Qur’anic Arabic Individuals seeking a deeper, more personal connection with the Qur’an Why Attend? Understanding even the basics of Qur’anic Arabic transforms how you read, reflect, and engage with the Qur’an. This session is a gentle first step toward appreciating the beauty behind every word. Join us and begin your journey into the language of the Qur’an.

Product Requirement Document (PRD): From Idea to Execution Event Details Date: Saturday, 21 FebruaryTime: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue : Iwan Community Register Now! Presenter Aamir PashaIIT GuwahatiEx-Product Manager, Drivetrain About the Session Great products don’t start with code — they start with clarity. A well-written Product Requirement Document (PRD) transforms raw ideas into structured plans that teams can execute with confidence. This session will guide you through the complete journey of creating a PRD that aligns stakeholders, reduces ambiguity, and drives successful product outcomes. Whether you are building a new product, launching a feature, or transitioning into product roles, this session will equip you with practical knowledge you can apply immediately. Who Should Attend This session is ideal for: Software professionals Product managers and aspiring PMs Startup founders and builders Anyone involved in product development What You Will Learn Understanding PRDs Learn what a Product Requirement Document is, its purpose, and the critical role it plays in the product development lifecycle. Discover how PRDs help align business, engineering, and design teams toward a shared vision. Importance of PRDs Understand why PRDs are essential for successful execution. A strong PRD reduces confusion, prevents miscommunication, aligns stakeholders, and serves as a single source of truth throughout the project. Creating an Effective PRD Explore the core components of a high-quality PRD, including defining the problem statement, identifying target users, setting product goals, outlining feature requirements, and establishing success metrics. Key Writing Principles Learn the best practices that make a PRD clear, user-focused, measurable, and technically feasible. Emphasis will be placed on clarity, simplicity, and cross-functional collaboration. What Makes a PRD Truly Effective Discover how to craft PRDs that are actionable, outcome-driven, adaptable to feedback, and free from ambiguity — enabling teams to move forward with confidence. From Document to Execution See how PRDs translate into real product work. The session will cover breaking requirements into tasks, collaborating with engineering and design teams, sprint planning, execution, and measuring success after launch. Why You Should Attend By the end of this session, you will know how to turn product ideas into structured plans and actionable outcomes, enabling faster execution and better results.

IWAN BROTHERHOOD NIGHT🌙 Click to Register! Join us for a night of faith, remembrance, and brotherhood.Let us come together to reconnect, reflect, and rise stronger for His sake. Event Itinerary ✨ About the Event Iwan Brotherhood Night is a special overnight gathering designed to strengthen bonds of brotherhood and deepen our connection with Allah during this blessed month. From Iftar to Sehri, the night will be filled with congregational prayers, Qur’an reflection, meaningful discussions, interactive sessions, and moments of sincere worship — all in an atmosphere of unity and purpose. Whether you stay for the entire night or join for part of the program, you are warmly welcome. 🕌 What to Expect Collective Iftar and dinnerIsha & Taraweeh prayersReflection on the recitationQur’an study circleInteractive session and quizTahajjud prayerSehri together 🍽️ Arrangements Iftar, dinner, tea, and Sehri will be provided for all participants. 📞 Contact / RSVP +91 97411 56003  

Click to Register Date: 04-04-2026 Time: 11:30am – 04:30pm Venue: IWAN CommunityFormat: Interactive talk & discussionFocus: Insight, clarity, and critical thinking AI – the math behind the myth From Math to Meaning: Understanding How AI Really Works Artificial Intelligence is everywhere—but how much do we actually understand what’s happening beneath the surface? This session goes beyond trends and buzzwords to unpack how AI systems move from linear algebra and probability to handling language, culture, and context—and why they sometimes get it wrong. Through clear explanations and real-world examples, we’ll explore the technical, cultural, and ethical layers of modern AI, especially in the context of local languages and grounded research. What You’ll Explore The mathematical foundations behind AI models Why AI systems hallucinate and how those limitations arise How AI performs across local languages and cultural contexts Economic and ethical questions shaping AI adoption Pathways to enter grounded, responsible AI research Prerequisites: 1. Please watch this playlist for beautifully animated math behind AI: https://www.3blue1brown.com/topics/neural-networks 2. Test these models on how well it understands your culture in your local language: ChatGPT (https://chatgpt.com/), DeepSeek (https://www.deepseek.com/en) & Thaura (https://thaura.ai/) (for example, recipes for a local dish). Give them all the same prompt and let us know your observations! Who This Session Is For Students and professionals curious about AI beyond surface-level tools Researchers and technologists interested in ethical, inclusive AI Anyone who wants clarity amid the noise of the AI boom This is a learning-focused session designed to build understanding—not hype—around one of the most influential technologies of our time.

Family Dynamics in Islam: Reviving the Prophetic Model in Contemporary Times Session Details Click to Register! Date: 11 April 2026, Saturday Time: 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm Venue: Iwan Community Audience: Open for both brothers and sisters Age Group: 20 – 60 years Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours About the Session Family life today comes with its own set of challenges, and many of us strive to find the right balance between modern realities and timeless Islamic values. This session offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the beautiful Prophetic model of building homes rooted in mercy (rahmah), understanding, communication, and responsibility. Through thoughtful discussion and practical insights, the session will explore relationships between spouses, parents and children, siblings, and extended family members. Participants will gain valuable guidance on nurturing compassionate and resilient families while navigating contemporary challenges. Speaker Muhammad AnsurFamily Therapist, Psychiatric Social Work Professional, and Researcher at NIMHANS. He is also a Qur’an teacher who delivers Tafseer in Kashmiri, Urdu, and English. With his multidisciplinary expertise, he brings a unique blend of psychological insight and Islamic scholarship to the discussion. Why Attend? Gain practical guidance for nurturing healthy family relationships. Learn from the timeless Prophetic model of compassion and responsibility. Reflect on balancing contemporary challenges with Islamic values. Engage in meaningful discussions applicable to everyday life. Strengthen family bonds through faith-based insights. Join Us This session is a beautiful opportunity to reflect, learn, and strengthen our family bonds through the guidance of Islam. We warmly invite you to be part of this enriching experience and look forward to welcoming you, in shaa Allah.