April 2024
Determining Wages in Parliament Aimed at Reducing Protests; Minister of Labor's Move to Silence Workers
The Iranian Minister of Labor proposes that the parliament determine the minimum wage to reduce worker complaints, which critics argue silences labor voices. This move…
A Labor Member of the Supreme Labor Council: The Government Seeks to Mute Workers
The Iranian Minister of Labor is attempting to transfer the authority to set minimum wages from the Supreme Labor Council to the parliament, which has…
A Newspaper Report on the Government's Broken Promise; Import of Used Cars Canceled
The Iranian government has canceled plans to import used cars, citing currency management issues, despite previous promises from the Minister of Industry. Critics argue this…
Laboratory Costs Increase by 800%; Escaping Bankruptcy with Fake Test Results
Iranian laboratories are facing an 800% increase in costs due to rising dollar prices, leading them to issue fake test results to avoid bankruptcy. This…
One Step Away from 'Depriving' Workers of Wage Determination; An Idea Pursued by the Minister of Labor
The Iranian Minister of Labor is pushing a bill that would transfer the authority to determine minimum wages from labor councils to the parliament, which…
Economic Activists Have Not Received Currency for 5 Months; Central Bank Unable to Provide Dollars
Economic activists in Iran have not received currency for five months, leading to halted imports of essential goods. The Central Bank's denial of this situation…
A Former MP Says Raisi is Operating in 'Another Solar System'
A former MP and a sociologist criticize Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi for his disconnect from the public and ineffective governance. They argue that the government…
Floods in Sistan and Baluchestan Claim 3 Lives; Disrupt Communication Routes for 300 Villages
Severe flooding in Sistan and Baluchestan has led to three fatalities and disrupted communication for 300 villages. Local officials report significant infrastructure damage and criticize…
Fares to Increase by Up to 45% Starting Saturday; Public Transport at the Station of Price Hikes
Public transport fares in Tehran will rise by up to 45% starting May 1, affecting students and low-income workers amid ongoing economic challenges. This price…
Average Daily Gasoline Consumption Reaches 120 Million Liters
Average daily gasoline consumption in Iran has reached 120 million liters, marking a 1.6% increase from last year. The government plans to implement new restrictions…
As the Hijab Bill Fluctuates in Parliament, Mohseni Ejei States We Are Not in a Good Place Regarding Chastity and Hijab
Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, head of Iran's judiciary, stated that the country is not in a good position regarding hijab enforcement, suggesting potential for increased crackdowns.…
Protests Against Water Crisis; Farmers in Eastern Isfahan Gather with Their Tractors in Khorasgan Square
Farmers in eastern Isfahan protested against water shortages and potential cuts to the Zayandeh Rud river flow, highlighting a long-standing issue of water rights and…
Monthly Revenue of the Prison Organization from Electronic Bracelets: 13.5 Billion to 162 Billion Tomans
The Iranian Parliament has approved a significant budget allocation for electronic bracelets for prisoners, which will largely be funded by the prisoners themselves. This could…
A Member of Parliament Says the Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade Does Not Provide Cars to Mothers; Another Sign of the Failure of Childbearing Plans
A member of the Iranian parliament has highlighted the failure of government promises regarding childbearing incentives, noting that many mothers are still waiting for cars…