National research, technology network for Persian medicine being launched

TEHRAN – The health ministry’s traditional medicine is developing a national research and technology network for Persian medicine to integrate scientific and technological efforts to enhance Persian medicine’s status and expand the value chain of medicinal plants.

DOE, Education Ministry plan to develop environmental education curriculum

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) and the Education Ministry have discussed the possibility of developing a national education curriculum to promote environmental responsibility and awareness among children.

Intl. students take first Persian language proficiency test

TEHRAN – The National Education Assessment Organization, in cooperation with the Organization of Students Affairs, held the first Persian language proficiency test for international students in Tehran on Thursday.

Iran elected as vice-chair of UN Commission for Social Development

TEHRAN –Abbas Tajik, Iran’s representative to the United Nations, has been appointed as the vice-chair of the 65th Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD65).

Netanyahu arrives in Washington to press Trump as Iran–US talks resume

TEHRAN – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington after moving up his trip, a step widely seen as an attempt to obstruct renewed diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States.

Larijani visits Doha and Muscat ahead of second round of nuclear talks 

TEHRAN – Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, held high-level talks in Doha on Wednesday as Tehran continues an intense round of regional consultations amid ongoing indirect negotiations with the United States.

Yemen’s Ansarullah warns US against any raid on Iran

TEHRAN - A member of the political bureau of Yemen's Ansarullah movement has warned the United States against launching any military aggression against Iran.

Gen. Hatami says Army and diplomacy working in tandem to defend the Iranian nation

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi hosted a high-level team of senior Army commanders on Wednesday to discuss the strategic synergy between the nation’s military and diplomatic efforts.

Police Museum opens in Bojnurd's Mofakham Cultural and Historical Complex

TEHRAN -- A Police Museum, was opened in Mofakham Cultural and Historical Complex in Bojnurd, North Khorasan province on Tuesday with cooperation of the province’s Police Force Command.

Qazvin’s Baklava should become a global brand, says deputy minister

TEHRAN – Qazvin’s Baklava (layered pastry dessert), as an example of the art and history of people of Qazvin, should become a global brand through coordination and planning, said the Deputy Minister of Handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.

We will solidly counter the challenges ahead: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian declared on Wednesday that Iran will counter problems facing the country through national resilience under the insightful guidelines of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

Official highlights Isfahan’s potential as West Asia medical tourism hub

TEHRAN - Isfahan has the capacity to become a medical tourism hub not only in Iran but across West Aisa, a provincial tourism official said on Wednesday.

IRCS basic health care units providing services in deprived areas

TEHRAN – The basic health care units (BHCU) deployed by the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) are providing services free of charge in less privileged areas on the occasion of the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, which is being marked from February 1-11.

DOE restoring four wetlands across country

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is reviving four wetlands, namely Bamdej in southwestern Khuzestan province, Gomishan in northern Golestan province, Arjan in southern Fars province, and Quri Gol in northwestern East Azarbaijan province.

Iran among top 10 countries in regenerative medicine

TEHRAN – With the approval of six new advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), Iran has showcased breakthroughs in regenerative medicine, improving the country’s global ranking from 12 to 7.

National men’s health week to be marked

TEHRAN – The health ministry will observe the national men’s health week from February 20 to 26 to raise awareness on the importance of men's health among the public and policymakers.

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Tehran to host intl. conference on rail, road corridor investment

TEHRAN – Tehran is set to host an international conference on investment and financing opportunities of rail and road corridors on February 14, organized by the Ministry of Transport and Urban Development, officials said on Tuesday.

7 port projects launched in Hormozgan to boost container capacity

TEHRAN – Seven maritime and port projects were inaugurated in the southern province of Hormozgan, including key developments at Shahid Rajaee Port, aimed at expanding container capacity and upgrading strategic equipment, state media reported.

Iran’s gas exports to Turkey rise to over 8b cubic meters in 2025

TEHRAN – Iran’s natural gas exports to Turkey grew by about 16 percent in 2025, reaching more than 8.17 billion cubic meters, according to the latest data cited by Eurostat.

Over 140 rioters involved in recent unrest nabbed

TEHRAN - Iranian intelligence agents have apprehended upwards of another 140 rioters involved in the recent unrest in the country.

Iran to unveil its first radar satellite soon

TEHRAN - The head of the Iranian Space Agency says the aviation body will soon unveil its first radar satellite. 

Pezeshkian says Oman-mediated talks offer fair solution if US shows respect

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian says the latest indirect talks between Iran and the United States, held in Oman, offer a real opportunity for a just and mutually acceptable resolution of the nuclear issue, provided Washington abandons pressure and excessive demands.

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Department of Environment enumerates measures to enhance public participation

TEHRAN – Since the beginning of the current Iranian year, March 2025, the Department of Environment has taken different steps to promote public participation in environmental protection.

INOTEX 2026 slated for May

TEHRAN – The 15th International Innovation and Technology Exhibition (INOTEX 2026) is planned to be held in Tehran from May 20 to 23.

Knowledge-based companies to attend ChinaPlas 2026

TEHRAN – Supported by the Organization for Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, Iranian knowledge-based firms will participate in the 38th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries (ChinaPlas) scheduled to be held from April 21 to 24, 2026, in Hongqiao, Shanghai, China.