September 2023
Strike at Urmia Cement Factory; Protests Over Wages and Discrimination Between Workers and Managers
Workers at the Urmia Cement Factory have gone on strike due to insufficient wages and discrimination between their salaries and those of managers. The protests…
Rising Food Prices in Iran; Red Meat and Canned Fish Lead the Price Surge
Food prices in Iran are sharply rising, with red meat and chicken prices significantly increasing, leading to a shift in the dietary composition of workers.…
Concerns of the Islamic Republic over 'Childbearing' Issue; Increase in Unmarried Girls Reaching Marriage Age
The Iranian government is expressing concern over the rising age of marriage and increasing rates of permanent singleness among women, which are linked to high…
An Agency's Account of Inflation and Household Economy; The Minimum Living Basket for Tehran Residents Exceeds 23 Million Tomans
The ILNA news agency reports that the minimum living costs for Tehran residents have surpassed 23 million tomans due to high inflation, which has left…
Ban on Selling Notebooks with Disney or Cartoon Characters; Violating Units Will Be Closed
The Tehran stationery union has banned the sale of notebooks featuring Disney or cartoon characters due to a 60% inflation rate in stationery items. This…
Achieving 'Dream' Housing; 70% of Tehran Households Suffer from Housing Poverty
The Tehran City Council revealed that 70% of Tehran households are suffering from housing poverty, with homeownership expectations rising dramatically. This situation reflects a broader…
The Islamic Republic Allocates 550 Billion Tomans for Arbaeen Infrastructure
The Iranian government has allocated 550 billion tomans for the infrastructure of this year's Arbaeen pilgrimage, amidst ongoing economic challenges and criticism regarding budget priorities.…