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View Timeline →Commemorating Khalighi-Motlagh in the Shadow of Ferdowsi; A Place Where the Shahnameh Revived
A ceremony was held today at the tomb of Ferdowsi to honor Dr. Jalal Khalighi-Motlagh, a prominent scholar of the Shahnameh. The event was attended…
50 Million Tomans Loan Granted to Outstanding and New Master's Students at Ferdowsi University
Ferdowsi University is offering a 50 million tomans loan to outstanding undergraduate graduates who continue their education in master's programs at the same institution. This…
Rainfall on Northern Roads of the Country / Heavy Traffic on These Routes
Heavy rainfall has resulted in significant traffic congestion on the Qazvin–Karaj Freeway in Iran, particularly between Ferdowsi Bridge and Kalak Bridge. This situation highlights the…
Eshagh Sistani Executed for Drug Offences in Ferdows
Eshagh Sistani was executed in Ferdows Prison for drug-related offences. His execution highlights Iran's ongoing use of capital punishment for drug crimes. This is significant…
Closure of 360; Ferdowsipour: I am not a yes-man
Adel Ferdowsipour announced the shutdown of the sports program 360's website and app just before a live broadcast, expressing his emotional distress over the situation.…
Leader Emphasizes Cultural Identity in Iran's Political and Diplomatic Strategy
Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei emphasized the importance of Iran's cultural identity in a recent message, calling on writers and artists to commemorate the nation's latest…
Khamenei Calls for Cultural Immortalization of Iran's Sacred Defense
Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has urged Iran's cultural and artistic community to emulate the epic poet Ferdowsi in order to immortalize the narrative of the…
A Human Rights Organization Reports Increase in Arrests in Iran
A human rights organization reported a 40% increase in arrests in Iran in January 2025 compared to January 2024, with significant numbers of women, children,…
Prince Reza Pahlavi: Jalal Motini was 'noble-minded, truthful, and righteous'
Prince Reza Pahlavi commemorated the late Jalal Motini, an esteemed Iranian scholar, who passed away at the age of 96. Motini was known for his…
Rediscovery of Nasrat Karimi After 43 Years of Censorship; 'With This Film, I Become Immortal'
The six-part documentary 'Nasrat Karimi' has been released online, celebrating the life of the renowned Iranian artist who faced severe censorship after the 1979 Revolution.…
The Novel 'Martyr'; One of the Most Successful Literary Works by Iranian-Americans in 2024
Kaveh Akbar's novel 'Martyr' has gained significant acclaim since its release in early 2024, becoming a bestseller and nominated for a National Book Award. The…
Tajik President's Commitment to Preserving Iranian Culture; Rahmon Calls for Annual Shahnameh Reading Competition
Tajik President Emomali Rahmon has initiated an annual Shahnameh reading competition to promote Iranian culture and literacy in Tajikistan, coinciding with the country's independence anniversary.…
Confession of the Head of the Environmental Protection Organization: Air Pollution in Iran Kills 26,000 People Annually
The head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization revealed that air pollution causes 26,000 deaths annually and is six times higher than global standards. This acknowledgment…
Savadkuh Criminal Court in Mazandaran Sentences Two Environmental Activists to Imprisonment
Two environmental activists in the village of Bernet, Vahid and Reza Darvish, were sentenced to six months in prison each for opposing mining activities that…
The Lawsuit of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh's Family Closed; Investigator: They Should Seek Compensation
The military prosecutor's office has closed the lawsuit filed by the family of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager killed during protests in 2022, citing a lack…
Mandatory Hijab; Threatening Letters from 'Security' to Female Students at Allameh Tabatabai University
Student activists report increased security pressures on female students at Allameh Tabatabai University, including threatening letters regarding hijab compliance. This situation reflects a broader trend…
Summoning of Over 50 Amir Kabir University Students to Disciplinary Committee
Over 50 students from Amir Kabir University have been summoned to the disciplinary committee following a review of security footage from last year's protests. This…
Reactions to 'Offensive' Remarks by IRIB Host Regarding Ferdows Kaviani's Zoroastrianism
Reactions have emerged following offensive comments made by an IRIB host about the Zoroastrian identity of Ferdows Kaviani, an Iranian actor who recently passed away.…
Ferdows Kaviani Passed Away; From Acting in Theater and Cinema to TV Series like Friendship Agency
Ferdows Kaviani, a prominent Iranian actor known for his work in theater, cinema, and television, passed away after a brief illness. He was a member…
Suspension of Students Ahead of Protest Anniversary; 15 Students at Birjand University Suspended for One Semester
At least 15 students at Birjand University have been suspended for one semester without prior notice, coinciding with increased security pressures on students nationwide ahead…