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2021-05-30 22:14
Terrorist team nabbed in West Azarbaijan, two terrorists killed
TEHRAN – The public relations office of the Hamzeh Seyyed Shohadda headquarters in Wes Azarbaijan Province said in a press release on Sunday that a terrorist team has been disbanded in the south of the province and two of its members have been killed.
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2021-05-30 22:13
Iran’s permanent membership at SCO is among major plans: Tajik ambassador
TEHRAN – The Tajik ambassador to Tehran said on Sunday that a permanent membership of Iran in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization is among major plans.
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2021-05-30 22:12
Rezaei vows to make drastic diplomatic changes
TEHRAN — In a televised program aired on Sunday, Mohsen Rezaei discussed various issues, including Financial Action Task Force (FATF), stock market and named his government “the government of action and reform.”
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2021-05-30 22:11
Saeed Mohammad expresses support for Raeisi
TEHRAN — Saeed Mohammad, who himself registered to run for president but rejected by the Guardian Council, met with Seyed Ebrahim Raeisi on Saturday.
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2021-05-30 21:33
Komeijani replaces Hemmati as CBI governor
TEHRAN — The cabinet officially thanked Abdolnasser Hemmati for his services at the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) and appointed Akbar Komeijani, his deputy, as his successor.
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2021-05-30 21:29
Hemmati airs views through social media
TEHRAN — In a Clubhouse session arranged by a group of reporters, presidential candidate Abdolnasser Hemmati, who is currently the governor of the central bank, discussed various topics, including FATF, future of the central bank, and economic issues.
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2021-05-30 21:10
The Biden administration backs down on its promises
Here we go again
TEHRAN – As the Vienna nuclear talks go forward the Biden administration intensifies its efforts to maintain the sanctions that the previous U.S. administration imposed on Iran in clear violation of its promise to change tack on Iran.
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2021-05-30 20:45
Maximum participation in election will ensure national security: defense minister
TEHRAN – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier-General Amir Hatami has underlined the need for higher voter turnout in the Iran June election, saying such a thing will strengthen national security.
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2021-05-30 20:45
Candidates mustn’t address ‘professional’ conscription: military spokesman
TEHRAN - Spokesman for Iran’s Armed Forces Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi instructed the presidential candidates to refrain from addressing the issue of compulsory military service.
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2021-05-30 20:44
No plans for another round of Vienna talks, Russia says
TEHRAN – Russia’s ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations has reacted to speculations over a possible prolongation of the Vienna nuclear talks into the sixth round, saying the negotiators proceed on the premise that the current round would be final.
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2021-05-30 20:43
Comprehensive plan to prepare Qeshm for tourism lift
TEHRAN – Authorities of Qeshm are formulating a comprehensive plan, which is deemed as a prerequisite for tourism development across the southern Iranian Island.
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2021-05-30 20:41
Mud-brick domed bathhouse to undergo restoration
TEHRAN – Hammam-e Zerhan, which is a mud-brick domed bathhouse in Tuyserkan county of Hamedan province, will undergo restoration to regain its former splendor, the deputy provincial tourism chief has said.
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2021-05-30 20:41
Top Iranian cities where echoes of ancient civilizations still resonate
TEHRAN – If you are drawn to ancient destinations, Iran could be your thing. The country bears some of history’s biggest names – Cyrus the Great and Darius, Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan – all left their footprints and the regions they conquered or ruled over are now among top travel destinations of the modern country.
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2021-05-30 20:41
Classic, vintage cars stage parade under COVID protocols
TEHRAN – Owners of over 50 classic and vintage cars staged a parade to promote tourism in the city of Karaj, the capital of Alborz province, on Friday.
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2021-05-30 20:00
Iranian province to develop, facilitate medical tourism
TEHRAN – Local authorities plan to boost and facilitate medical tourism in East Azarbaijan province after the coronavirus crisis is over.
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2021-05-30 19:38
Composer Shahin Farhat appointed to Music Department at Iranian Academy of Arts
TEHRAN - Prolific Iranian musician and composer Shahin Farhat has been appointed as director of the Music Department at the Academy of Arts (IAA).
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2021-05-30 19:36
Nora Ephron’s “Heartburn” comes to Iranian Bookstores
TEHRAN - A Persian translation of Nora Ephron’s “Heartburn” has been released by Keraseh Publications under the title of “The Private Life of a Chef”.
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2021-05-30 19:04
Paris MENART Fair showcases works by Iranian artists
TEHRAN – Works by six Iranian artists were showcased during the 1st edition of the MENART Fair in Paris.
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2021-05-30 19:01
Iran’s Tuti Books nominated for Bologna prize for Best Children’s Publishers of the Year
TEHRAN – Tuti Books, a major publication house based in Tehran, has been nominated for the BOP - Bologna Prize for the Best Children’s Publishers of the Year.
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2021-05-30 19:00
Over 950 earthquakes rattle Iran in a month
TEHRAN– Seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran, recorded more than 950 earthquakes across the country over the past calendar month Ordibehesht (April 21-May 21).
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2021-05-30 18:56
“Legend of Bonasan”, appreciation of Shizuko Tsuya’s concerns for chemical warfare victims
TEHRAN – Writer-cum-director Habib Ahmadzadeh has said that his directorial debut “Legend of Bonasan: The Genie in the Lamp” was produced in appreciation of Japanese doctor Shizuko Tsuya’s support for Iranian people injured in chemical warfare.
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2021-05-30 18:28
By Mohammad Mazhari
Close ties with Israel can entail huge risks for Arab leaders: GSA
TEHRAN- Chief executive officer of Gulf State Analytics (GSA) says that cozy relation with Israel can result in big challenges for Arab leaders.
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2021-05-30 18:26
Seven natural properties in Golestan made national heritage
TEHRAN – Seven natural spots and landscapes across Golestan province have recently been inscribed on the national heritage list.
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2021-05-30 18:26
240 tourism projects underway in Khorasan Razavi
TEHRAN – A total of 240 tourism-related projects are currently underway across the northeastern Khorasan Razavi province, which is a top destination both for pilgrims and holidaymakers.
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2021-05-30 18:25
Historical texture of Tabriz demarcated
TEHRAN – Historical texture of Tabriz and its associated lands, properties, and legal boundaries has been demarcated in order to facilitate the maintenance of the ancient Iranian city.
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2021-05-30 18:14
Yekta Jamali wins Iran’s first-ever medal in weightlifting
TEHRAN – Yekta Jamali from Iran claimed Iran’s first-ever medal in the weightlifting championships.
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2021-05-30 18:13
By Reza Moshfeq
Israel's existence is based on war crimes: special ambassador to UN
TEHRAN - The International Commissioner for Human Rights in the Middle East (West Asia) says that Israel considers war crimes part of its strength and permanence.
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2021-05-30 17:50
Iran ease past Netherlands in 2021 VNL
TEHRAN – Iran eased past Netherlands 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 30-28) in Week 1 of 2021 Volleyball Nations League on Sunday.
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2021-05-30 17:49
Alarm bells ringing: Persian gazelle facing extinction
TEHRAN – Habitat destruction and overhunting have reduced the population of 20,000 Persian gazelle to less than 500 in habitats of South Khorasan province, putting the species in danger of extinction.
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2021-05-30 17:45
By Faranak Bakhtiari
World MS Day: special patients need special care
TEHRAN – Multiple sclerosis (MS) prevalence exhibited an upward trend over the recent decades, especially in urban areas, which spotlights the importance of early diagnosis and special care.