By Mehdi Zare

New Delhi earthquake: seismicity increasing with land subsidence

In the early hours of 17 February 2025, an earthquake with a magnitude 4 occurred near Jail Park in Dhola Kawan, New Delhi, at a depth of 5 km, which was strongly felt throughout the Indian National Capital Region.

U.S. sanctions and the future of Iran-India cooperation in Chabahar port 

TEHRAN – Donald Trump’s recent directive, which instructs the Secretary of State to “modify or rescind sanctions waivers” for Iran's Chabahar port project, has sparked debate about the future of Iran-India cooperation.

France and India push for geopolitical independence, agree to cooperate on modular nuclear reactors

French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited southern France with a packed schedule on Wednesday, fostering a relationship that Paris sees as an alternative to great power rivalries, AFP reported.

Tourism rally to help revive historic spice route between Iran, Pakistan, and India

TEHRAN - A special tourism rally, known as the Spice Route Rally, is set to take place in Kerman with the goal of showcasing the region’s economic and tourism potential while reviving the historic trade route connecting Iran to Pakistan and India.

Gandhi Peace Prize awarded to Iran for advocacy of Palestinian rights

TEHRAN – Iran has been awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize for its ongoing support of Palestinians and its contributions toward peace in West Asia.

Indian ambassador meets Isfahan’s governor-general during visit to ancient city

TEHRAN - The Governor-General of Isfahan, Mehdi Jamalinejad, hosted the Indian Ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, on Monday during the ambassador’s visit to the historic city.

Development of Chabahar port takes center stage in high-ranking Iran-India talks

TEHRAN – Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, participated in the 19th Iran-India Foreign Office Consultations held in New Delhi on Friday, engaging with multiple Indian officials.

Iran deputy FM to visit India amid growing ties 

TEHRAN – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, is set to visit New Delhi on Thursday.

Knowledge-based companies to attend IETF 2025

TEHRAN –A delegation of Iranian knowledge-based firms will attend the International Engineering & Technology Fair (IETF), which is scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India, from February 18 – 22.

Pezeshkian extends condolences on former Indian PM's passing

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed his condolences to India following the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the age of 92.

Iran seeks UNESCO recognition for the art of mirror work in architecture

TEHRAN - Iran has submitted the dossier for “Ayeneh-kari in Iranian architecture” to UNESCO, aiming to inscribe this intricate art form on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Food festival brings Persian flavors to New Delhi

TEHRAN - The Eros Hotel, in partnership with the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Iran Culture House, and CD Foundation, hosted an exquisite Iranian food festival from December 11 to 17.

Iraq, Turkey, Afghanistan, top destinations for Iranian nano-tech products

TEHRAN –Iranian nanotechnology companies export their products to 49 countries around the world, mainly to Iraq, Turkey, Afghanistan, India, and China.

By Axel de Vernou Farrell Gregory

The BRICS summit, de-dollarization, and the global realignment

Last month’s BRICS summit saw representatives from thirty-six countries discuss the formation of a new world order without dollar dominance—and, by extension, one in which America and its allies no longer play a preeminent role. As BRICS member states alleviate bilateral tensions and Global South countries turn away from American aid, Washington urgently needs to adjust to today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

Archaeological discoveries shed light on Abu Musa’s rich history

TEHRAN - Iranian archaeologist Mohammad Esmaeili-Jelodar has revealed fascinating insights from archaeological excavations conducted on Abu Musa, a strategic Iranian island in the Persian Gulf.

IOMOU endorses Iran's remote ship inspection initiative to boost regional port state control

TEHRAN – The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) on Port State Control has endorsed Iran's initiative to conduct ship inspections remotely, according to a senior official from Iran's Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO).

Iran-India partnership aims to protect and promote shared written treasures

TEHRAN - In a recent meeting, the Director of the National Museum of India, B.R. Mani, and the Iranian ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation for the preservation of shared cultural heritage between the two countries.

Iran promoting tourism in India with multi-city roadshow

TEHRAN - Iran is currently staging a roadshow in India as part of a series of promotional roadshows to attract tourists, and strengthen tourism ties with foreign countries.

Shiraz citadel hosts intl. mourning festival with enthusiastic reception

TEHRAN - Arg-e Karim Khan, the iconic citadel in Shiraz, has commenced an international mourning heritage festival, a four-night event celebrating global mourning rituals. 

Iran, India pursue legal, judicial cooperation

TEHRAN- The secretary of Iranian High Council for Human Rights and the Indian Ambassador to Tehran have underscored the necessity of enhancing legal and judicial collaboration between their nations. 

India PM Modi visits Ukraine for talks with Zelensky

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kyiv on Friday for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that will be keenly watched in Russia as its assault on its neighbor grinds on.

Indian doctors go on nationwide strike

Hospitals and clinics across India have begun turning away patients except for emergency cases as medical professionals started a 24-hour shutdown on Saturday in protest against the rape and murder of a doctor in the eastern city of Kolkata.

Iran, India ties on the rise: acting FM

TEHRAN- Iran’s acting foreign minister stated that the strengthening relationship between Tehran and New Delhi will positively affect the region, enhancing peace and stability.

Iran to launch tourism roadshow in India

TEHRAN – Iran is set to hold a tourism roadshow in India, spanning three major cities: Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, scheduled to take place in early September.

Governor-general hails Hegmataneh UNESCO listing as a milestone for tourism

TEHRAN – Hamedan province’s Governor-General, Alireza Qasemi-Farzad, has praised the UNESCO World Heritage designation of Hegmataneh as a significant milestone in the province’s history and tourism sector.

Iran to showcase tourism potential in Mumbai

TEHRAN – Iran will organize a pavilion at the Internationale Tourismus Börse India 2024 Expo, aimed at presenting the country’s rich tourism capacities to visitors.