Pezeshkian: Environmental protection is a pillar of national and social security

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian has described environmental protection as a key pillar of the country’s national and social security, stressing that the preservation of natural resources must be addressed within this framework.

Tehran plays host to Royan Intl. Twin Congress

TEHRAN – The Royan International Twin Congress, including the 27th Congress on Reproductive Biomedicine, the 22nd Congress on Stem Cell Biology and Technology, and the 21st seminar on Nursery and Midwifery, was held from Wednesday to Friday.

Over 80 earthquakes hit Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 81 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a week from August 22 to 28, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Ten countries attending INOTEX 2026

TEHRAN – The 15th International Innovation and Technology Exhibition (INOTEX 2026) is being held in Tehran, with representatives and delegations from Russia, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Indonesia, Zimbabwe, Thailand, Bangladesh, Oman, Iraq, and Turkey in attendance.

IRCS keeps supporting Afghan children facing malnutrition

TEHRAN – A medical center affiliated with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) operates in Zaranj, Afghanistan, providing ongoing medical care for children suffering from malnutrition.

WFP releases July report on Iran

TEHRAN – The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of July.

Sanitation services, safe water restored in war-affected provinces

TEHRAN – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in cooperation with national and local authorities and partners, has supported the delivery of essential water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) equipment and emergency supplies to nine provinces affected by the recently imposed US-Israeli war against the country.

Islamic World Science and Technology Exchange Office unveiled

TEHRAN - The Islamic World Science and Technology Exchange Office (STEP-AUT) has been unveiled with the aim of developing and systematizing scientific and technological exchanges, expanding scientific diplomacy, and connecting Iranian researchers with a network of scientists, scholars, and universities across the Islamic world.

Iran shakes with 407 earthquakes in a month

TEHRAN – A total of 407 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a month from July 23 to August 22, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Iranian female cardiologist garners gold medal at IFIA 2026

TEHRAN – Iranian inventor Azin Alizadeh-Asl has secured a gold medal at the sixth International Invention and Innovation Competition for the International Federation of Inventors’ Association (IFIA) IVN Members.

DOE prepares conservation map to protect valuable fossil reserves

TEHRAN - The Department of Environment has studied, identified and organized a significant portion of the country’s vertebrate paleontological reserves and has prepared a conservation map to protect valuable fossils.

Iran elected as vice-chair of BRICS Institute of Future Network

TEHRAN – Following the establishment of the Iran branch of the BRICS Institute of Future Network (BIFN), the country has been elected as the vice-chair of the institute.

Innovative youth population projects to be supported

TEHRAN – The Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology and Knowledge-based Economy has announced the first call to support projects in the family and youth population sectors, aiming to turn innovative ideas into effective actions to address family-related challenges and boost fertility rates.

IRCS ready to assist flood-hit Nepal

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Pirhossein Kolivand, has announced the IRCS’s readiness to dispatch rescue forces and relief supplies to help people affected by the flood in Nepal.

New partnership to promote herbal, traditional medicine

TEHRAN – A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy and the Inter-Islamic Network on Nanotechnology (INN), aimed at expanding scientific and technological cooperation, fostering networking among research centers and knowledge-based companies, and strengthening the international presence of Iran’s traditional medicine capabilities and its herbal and natural products.

Cheetah conservation plan revised with focus on reducing human threats

TEHRAN - The Department of Environment has revised the national cheetah conservation program with the participation of experts, academics, rangers and non-governmental organizations, with reducing human-induced threats and strengthening habitat protection identified as top priorities.

Iranian experts attend BRICS Youth Energy Summit

TEHRAN – Four young Iranian experts represented the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) at the 8th BRICS Youth Energy Summit, which was held online on August 17 in India, under the theme ‘Energy for All’.

The great celebration of the "Ummah of Ahmad"

Millions of Iranians across the country celebrate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad

TEHRAN — A major public celebration titled “Ummah of Ahmad” was held in Tehran on Sunday to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) and the Islamic Unity Week.

IRCS, ICRC hold TOT workshop on psychological support for specialist teams

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have organized a Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on ‘Delivering Psychosocial Support for the Specialist Teams of the Iranian Red Crescent Society.’

Iran shines at International Earth Science Olympiad

TEHRAN – Iranian students concluded their participation in the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO 2026) in Italy with an impressive haul of two silver medals, six bronze medals and a top prize.

Data-driven strategies to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is implementing a comprehensive range of conservation, scientific, legal and operational initiatives to strengthen the protection of wildlife species and habitats across the country based on a targeted and strategic approach, with priorities guided by data and scientific research.

Venezuelan Red Cross appreciates IRCS solidarity

TEHRAN – The President of the Venezuelan Red Cross, Luis Manuel Farías Villanueva, has praised the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) for its message of condolence and solidarity with the Venezuelan people following two earthquakes that struck the country in June.

IBTO to launch training program for Tajik blood transfusion experts

TEHRAN – The Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization (IBTO) and Tajikistan have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in blood transfusion services.

Norwegian Red Cross seeks to develop co-op with IRCS

TEHRAN – The Norwegian Red Cross has expressed its readiness to expand cooperation with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) across a range of areas, including healthcare, disaster preparedness and response, training, equipment, and the exchange of expertise.

Health ministry holds committee meetings with Kazakhstan, Belarus

TEHRAN – To strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors, the Ministry of Health held separate virtual meetings with health officials from Kazakhstan and Belarus via webinar on Monday.

Tehran, Baghdad highlight fostering ICT ties

TEHRAN – Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Sattar Hashemi and Iraqi Ambassador to Iran Yasser Abdulzahra Al-Hajjaj have underlined the need to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in the ICT sector, particularly in emerging technologies and the digital economy.

Mustafa Prize announces programs for 2026 edition

TEHRAN – The Mustafa Prize Foundation held a press conference in Tehran on Tuesday to announce the programs for the 7th edition, which is scheduled to be held in August next year.

Some 60 earthquakes hit Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 59 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a week from August 15 to 21, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.