Iran to play Pakistan in 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship Round of 16

TEHRAN – Iran were defeated by Italy 3-1 (25-16, 26-28, 26-24, 25-17) in Pool C of the 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship on Tuesday but secured their place in Round of 16.

From Kashan to Kermanshah: a cheese lover’s guide to Iran

TEHRAN--From the sun-soaked plains of Kashan to the lush, rugged terrain of Kermanshah, each region whispers its own cheese story. And these aren't just tales of food—they’re about family, geography, season, and soul.

Prosperity of eco-tourism sites tied to government's supervision of licensing process

TEHRAN—Managing Director of the Professional Association of Eco-Tourism Accommodations in Fars Province Omid Behrouzi considered the prosperity of eco-tourism sites is tied to the government's strict supervision of the licensing process.

Last year’s handicrafts fair reached sales of $1.1m: deputy minister

TEHRAN--Deputy Minister of Handicrafts Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi announced sales of one trillion rials ($1.1 million) worth of handicrafts at the 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition which was held at Tehran’s Permanent Fairgrounds during November 13-16, 2024.

Ovan Lake: hidden alpine gem of Qazvin you need to visit

TEHRAN-- Nestled in the Alamut valley of Qazvin province, Iran’s Ovan Lake is a breathtaking, crystal-clear alpine lake that remains one of the country’s most underrated natural wonders.

International Academy of Restoration of Historical Monuments inaugurated

TEHRAN--The International Academy of Restoration of Historical Monuments was inaugurated in Dafineh Museum in Tehran with participation of Hamidreza Soleymani, CEO of the museum.

Iranian students bag 4 medals at IEO 2025

TEHRAN – Iran won two silver medals and two bronze medals at the Eighth International Economics Olympiad (IEO) 2025, which was held from July 20 to 29, in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Iran determined to eradicate hepatitis C by March 2027

TEHRAN –The health ministry has set goals to eliminate hepatitis C in the country by the Iranian year 1405 (March 2026-March 2027) through precise planning and broad participation of different sectors, the deputy health minister Alireza Raeisi has said.

Over 15 cities in Iran become age-friendly

TEHRAN –So far, 16 cities in the country have taken necessary measures to develop age-friendly communities, the head of the Welfare Organization has said.

Iran among top ten countries in publishing nano-tech articles

TEHRAN – Having published a total of 4,615 articles in top 25 percent of journals (Q1 journals) in 2024, Iran is placed among top ten countries in publishing nanotechnology articles, ranking 12 in h-index for nano-articles in the world.

Iran discover fate in AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026

TEHRAN – Iran learned their rivals at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 following the Official Draw on Tuesday.

Monthly inflation rate stands at 35.3%

TEHRAN — Iran's inflation rate stood at 35.3 percent in the twelve-month period ended at the end of the fourth Iranian month of Tir (July 22), marking a 0.8 percent increase from the previous month, according to data released by the Statistical Center of Iran (SCI).

IRENEX sees 26% growth in trade volume over 4-month period

TEHRAN – Trade volume on Iran’s Energy Exchange (IRENEX) grew by 26 percent in the first four months of the current Iranian year (March 21 – July 20), reaching a total value of 1.25 quadrillion rials ($2.5 billion), the exchange’s head said on Tuesday.

NPC to add 10m tons to petrochemical output by March 2026

TEHRAN – Iran’s National Petrochemical Company (NPC) will bring 19 petrochemical projects online by the end of the current Iranian calendar year 1404 (March 2026), adding 10 million tons to its annual production capacity, a senior official said.

Iran’s renewable capacity to reach 10,000 MW by Mar. 2026

TEHRAN – Iran is on track to expand its renewable energy capacity to 10,000 megawatts by the end of the current Iranian calendar year in March 2026, as part of a nationwide push to close its electricity supply gap and accelerate the energy transition, a senior official said.

TPO urges trade envoys to expand market share for domestic goods abroad

TEHRAN – The head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) has called on the country’s trade attachés to focus on increasing the market share of Iranian goods in target export destinations, emphasizing the importance of proactive market analysis and presence at key international events.

Toronto International Film Festival to screen Iranian film in 10th Platform program

TEHRAN – Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced its 2025 Platform program lineup, with a film from Iran on the list.

IAF to show Kurosawa’s “Kagemusha”

TEHRAN – The restored version of the 1980 Japanese epic film “Kagemusha” directed by Akira Kurosawa will be screened at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Thursday.

Exhibition of martyr artist Mansoureh Alikhani’s artworks showcased in Sarajevo

TEHRAN – An exhibition featuring the paintings of martyr artist Mansoureh Alikhani, one of the victims of the Israeli regime’s atrocities against Iranian soil, was held at Iran's Cultural Attaché office in Sarajevo, Bosnia on Sunday. 

ICRC calls for urgent collective action to end abhorrent suffering in Gaza 

NEW YORK (ICRC)— The scale of human suffering and the stripping of human dignity in Gaza have long exceeded every acceptable standard – both legal and moral, ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric said in a statement on the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Thailand, Cambodia agree to 'immediate and unconditional' ceasefire

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an “immediate and unconditional” ceasefire in a significant breakthrough to resolve deadly border clashes that entered a fifth day, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Monday.

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Saudi Arabia's meaningful decision

TEHRAN - In its analysis, Shargh explored Saudi Arabia’s refusal to supply THAAD missile interceptors to Israel, following a U.S. request during the Iran-Israel war in June.

Judiciary chief vows swift justice after deadly terror attack in SE Iran

TEHRAN – Iran’s Judiciary Chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni Eje’i, has called for the immediate identification, prosecution, and punishment of all individuals involved in the recent terrorist attack on the Zahedan courthouse, which left several civilians dead, including a child.

Iran successfully tests key subsystems on Nahid-2 satellite

TEHRAN – Iran has successfully tested the rotational stabilization subsystem of its Nahid-2 satellite, marking another milestone in the satellite’s ongoing in-orbit testing and evaluation process, according to the Iranian Space Agency (ISA).

Tehran, Kabul commit to facilitating return of undocumented Afghan nationals residing in Iran

TEHRAN – Iran and Afghanistan are continuing high-level talks on facilitating the voluntary return of Afghan nationals residing in Iran, as part of broader efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation in border management and consular affairs.