Over 70 women in charge of key positions

TEHRAN – More than 70 women are acting as vice president, minister, spokesperson, and other key positions in the government.

Over 485 people benefited from IRCS services in three days

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) provided rescue services to 486 individuals over the past three days.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Clean energy ensures safer, better world for all

TEHRAN –Alternative sources of energy that are clean, accessible, and reliable will contribute to addressing climate change, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, and empowering vulnerable communities worldwide.

Iran's first AI park to be set up in two years

TEHRAN –The first artificial intelligence (AI) park in the country is planned to be established in Tehran by the next two years, an official with the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy has said.

Ministry of Energy, UNICEF to improve water supply to South Khorasan

TEHRAN –The Ministry of Energy, in cooperation with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has enhanced water quality and ensured consistent access to water with adequate flow pressure for households by supporting the construction and rehabilitation of the water network in eastern Birjand’s villages in South Khorasan province.

By Maryam Tavassoli

AI, education, preserving human agency in a world of automation

TEHRAN – The International Day of Education is observed annually on January 24; this year the day is celebrated under the theme “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”.

Tehran, Abu Dhabi underscore boosting environmental ties

TEHRAN –Iranian and Emirati officials have highlighted the need to enhance cooperation in combating sand and dust storms (SDSs) and desertification, as well as curbing air pollutant emissions.

Over 80 Iranian universities in THE WUR 2025 by subject

TEHRAN –The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR) 2025 has placed 81 Iranian universities among the top universities in the world in 10 out of 11 subject areas, compared to 73 universities in 2024.

WHO lauds IBTO for services to patients with rare blood types

TEHRAN –The World Health Organization representative, Jaffar Hussain, has admired the Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization’s efforts and expertise in providing services to patients with rare blood types.

Health ministry plans to boost nutrition literacy in rural areas

TEHRAN –Health ministry is planning to improve nutrition literacy among people in rural communities to address nutritional health concerns in these regions.

Iran, Iraq to choose pilot regions to mitigate SDSs

TEHRAN –Following some meetings on monitoring sand and dust storms (SDSs), the two sides have decided to choose pilot regions in the two countries to determine the best strategies for combating the environmental problem.

Tehran seeks to establish links with regional sci-tech parks

TEHRAN –Iran seeks to enhance cooperation with regional countries by establishing links with science and technology parks in the neighboring countries.

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75th anniversary of adoption of Geneva Conventions marked

TEHRAN – The International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (ICRC) office in Iran in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs observed the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Geneva Conventions during a ceremony on Tuesday.

Iran, UAE to discuss environmental issues

TEHRAN –Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are going to confer on environmental issues, particularly renewable energies.

UNICEF enhances emergency preparedness for children with disabilities

TEHRAN – Under a globally unique program called ‘Earthquake Preparedness Education for Children with Disabilities’, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and its partners have developed three books each targeting different stakeholders, i.e. parents/caregivers of children with disabilities, teachers, and policymakers.

Nine provinces to become age-friendly

TEHRAN – A national project for creating age-friendly environment has been launched in nine provinces of the country.

National Clean Air Day observed

TEHRAN – A ceremony was held today to observe the National Clean Air Day with the presence of President Masoud Pezeshkian, Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi, and the head of the Department of Environment, Shina Ansari.

New rare diseases identified in Iran

TEHRAN –Five more rare diseases have been identified in the country, making the total number of rare diseases reach 456, according to the Rare Disease Foundation.

National campaign to combat cancer being held

TEHRAN –A national campaign to fight against cancer is being held from January 20 to 26 across the country.

Japan supports WHO in fight against malaria surge in Sistan-Baluchestan

TEHRAN –Recognizing the urgent need for taking action to eradicate the surge in malaria cases in southeastern regions, the Government of Japan has provided a generous contribution to support the World Health Organization’s efforts.

Tehran, Baghdad ink action plan for scientific cooperation

TEHRAN –Iran and Iraq have signed an action plan to give a boost to their scientific collaborations.

Iran ranks third in traditional medicine trials in ICTRP

TEHRAN – According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), Iran ranks third in traditional medicine trials in the International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP), highlighting the country’s status as one of the world's pioneers in traditional and complementary medicine.

Iran, Russia to foster health ties under strategic partnership

TEHRAN –The Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Russia and Iran covers several core areas including the health sector.

EU funds €2m to WFP to help support refugees in Iran

TEHRAN –The European Union (EU) has provided supplementary humanitarian funding of €2 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) in Iran to help the organization support refugees in the country.

Iranian students shine at ICPC 2025

TEHRAN – Young Iranian inventors have won two gold medals and a silver medal at the 7th International Creative Papers Conferences and Olympics (ICPC) 2025.

Baghdad calls for joint educational programs with Tehran

TEHRAN –Iraqi Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Naeem Al-Aboudi, has underscored the significance of exchanging professors and students as well as implementing joint educational programs with Iran to meet the scientific and research needs of Iraq.

Iran, IFSW cooperate on professional ethics of social workers

TEHRAN –According to the head of Iranian Social Workers Association, Hassan Mousavi-Chalak, the underway cooperation between Iran and IFSW involves three significant measures in professional ethics.

Maharloo Lake hosting flamingoes

With an area of 600 sq. km, Maharloo Lake in southern Fars Province is a perfect stopover for migratory birds, including flamingoes.

Over 1,000 individuals receive rescue services in a week

TEHRAN –A total of 1,004 individuals benefited from rescue services of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) over the past week.