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.

Iran's Ecbatana added to UNESCO World Heritage list

TEHRAN – Ecbatana, a treasured ancient city of Iran known for its profound historical and cultural significance, has been officially inscribed on the World Heritage List by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). 

Iran, India seek stronger tourism ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Indian tourism officials have met to pave the way for enhanced bilateral cooperation in cultural heritage and tourism, marking a new chapter in the long-lasting relations between the two nations.

Zanjan’s Muharram rituals attract foreign nationals

TEHRAN - Zanjan province has welcomed tourists and photographers from nine countries to participate in the annual Tasu’a and Ashura mourning ceremonies, a significant religious event commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS).

Indian ambassador honors Iran’s ancient legacy, proposes richer cultural bonds

TEHRAN - In a meeting focused on deepening cultural ties, Indian Ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, lauded Iran as the world’s oldest civilization and proposed several initiatives to enhance cultural cooperation between the two nations.

Iran's acting president extends condolences to India over deadly stampede

TEHRAN – Iran's acting president, Mohammad Mokhber, has expressed his condolences to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following a tragic incident at a ceremony in Uttar Pradesh, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.

Baqeri congratulates Jaishankar’s reappointment as Indian FM

TEHRAN - Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has extended his congratulations to Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on his reappointment as India's Minister of External Affairs.

Narendra Modi sworn in for third term

Narendra Modi, leader of the Hindu Nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has taken oath as India's prime minister for a third time.

Iranian acting President congratulates Indian PM Modi on election victory

TEHRAN – Iran's acting President Mohammad Mokhber has extended his congratulations to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his victory in the recent parliamentary elections.

India’s VP visits Iran to pay condolences to Late President, FM at funeral

TEHRAN – Jagdeep Dhankhar, the Vice President of India, has arrived in Tehran, on top of a delegation, to offer condolences on the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and their companions.

Tehran ambassador emphasizes India's ‘importance’ amidst potential US bans 

Indian FM says Chabahar is for ‘everyone's benefit’

TEHRAN - The Iranian ambassador has said that the “importance of India” will prevent any country from imposing sanctions on New Delhi over its cooperation with Iran. 

U.S. lingering intervention exacerbates situations in Afghanistan: FM

TEHRAN- Hossein Amir Abdollahian, the Foreign Minister of Iran, has issued a warning that deliberate meddling by the United States in the internal affairs of Afghanistan will exacerbate the country’s already difficult condition.

Yemen replaces India as special guest of 2024 Tehran Intl. Book Fair

TEHRAN- The organizers of the 35th Tehran International Book Fair have announced that Yemen will replace India as the special guest of this edition of the book fair.

Modi accused of using hate speech against Muslims

India’s main opposition party accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of using hate speech after he called Muslims “infiltrators” — some of his most incendiary rhetoric about the minority faith, days after the country began its weekslong general election.