Copter crash in Isfahan province kills pilot and co-pilot and two fruit sellers

TEHRAN - On Tuesday morning, a helicopter crashed near the city of Dorch-e in the central province of Isfahan, killing the pilot and co-pilot as well as two fruit sellers on the ground.

DOE aims to utilize space technology for environmental protection

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment and the Iranian Space Research Center (ISRC) have highlighted the need to use space technology to increase the accuracy and speed of environmental projects. 

PERHOPE highlights local, global commitment to post-disaster recovery

TEHRAN – The closing ceremony of a project titled ‘Emergency Support for Post-Earthquake Reconstruction of Human Settlements in Hormozgan Province’ (PERHOPE project) highlighted the project’s achievements and reaffirmed national and international commitments to resilient recovery and sustainable development.

Iranian, Malaysian officials explore avenues to enhance scientific ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Malaysian scientific officials have discussed ways to promote cooperation between the two countries, particularly in scientific and academic interactions.

By Faranak Bakhtiari

FAO’s solutions help pistachio growers deal with predicaments

TEHRAN – Practical and research-based techniques offered by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to farmers in Rafsanjan, the heart of Iran’s pistachio industry, have helped them cope with specific challenges, primarily water shortages and climate variability.

Stop interfering in our region, Iraqi leader tells US

TEHRAN- A top Iraqi political leader has issued a direct warning to the United States, asking it to stay out of Iraq's affairs and stop pushing for more conflict in West Asia.

Japanese author Maki Kanai’s new book to introduce Kurdish culture of Nowruz celebration

TEHRAN - Renowned Japanese author and photographer Maki Kanai announced on Saturday that she is preparing to release a new photo book dedicated to the celebration of Nowruz and Kurdish culture. The book will be part of her popular series “Takusan no Fushigi” and is scheduled for release in March.

Arasbaran Cultural Center to screen “The Departed”

TEHRAN- “The Departed”, a 2006 movie by prominent American filmmaker Martin Scorsese, will be reviewed at the Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran on Wednesday. 

Persian edition of “The Thief Lord” republished

TEHRAN- The fourth edition of the Persian translation of German children’s writer Cornelia Funke’s novel “The Thief Lord” has recently been published.

It’s a lie foes are invincible: Iran Army chief

TEHRAN -The commander of the Iranian Army says the claim by the enemies that they are invincible is a lie, especially as they have suffered defeat multiple times.

Mahdavi naval squadron returns to Iran's territorial waters after 57 days

TEHRAN – The Shahid Mahdavi naval squadron run by the IRGC Navy has returned to Iran’s territorial waters after a 57-day voyage.

Israel blatantly violating Gaza truce, Hamas leadership council chief tells Araghchi

TEHRAN - Mohammad Darwish, the head of the leadership council of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, has sent a letter to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi presenting a detailed report on the latest status of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Defense chief says Iran favors close ties with independent West African states

TEHRAN – The Iranian defense minister said on Monday that the Islamic Republic, in line with its principled position toward international issues, is firm to deepen ties with independent and revolutionary countries in the West African region, especially Burkina Faso.

Student tours seeks to promote awareness of local history in Aran-Bidgol

TEHRAN – Student tours to historical sites in Aran-Bidgol county have been organized to promote awareness of local history and cultural identity among teenagers, a local official said.