August 2015
Human Rights Campaign: Iran's Agreement with Telegram Aims to Limit Users
The International Human Rights Campaign reports that Telegram will soon set up servers in Iran following negotiations with the government, aiming to restrict user access…
Part of the Vegetation Cover of Hamoun Wetland Burned
A significant area of vegetation in the Hamoun Wetland has burned due to the negligence of local herders, raising concerns about environmental impacts and dust…
Addition of Kurdish Section to Persian Literature Textbook in Kurdistan
Kurdistan Province will introduce a Kurdish section in the Persian literature textbook for high school students starting next academic year, with support from the Ministry…
Marginalization and the Marginalized
The population of marginalized individuals in Iran is projected to exceed 13 million, highlighting significant social and economic challenges. Sociologist Hossein Ghazian attributes this growth…
Tehran Lacks Centralized Crisis Management Authority in Case of Earthquake
Iranian officials express concerns about the lack of a centralized crisis management authority in Tehran, especially in light of recent earthquakes. Experts warn that a…
Asian Champion Withdraws from National Team 'Due to Living Expenses'
Javad Mohajoub, an Asian judo champion, has withdrawn from the Iranian national team due to financial struggles and lack of support, stating he cannot continue…
Risk of Destruction of the Genome of 100 Fish Species in Iran Due to Lack of Funding
The Iranian Fisheries Science Institute has extracted the genome of over 100 fish species for identification and registration but faces a risk of destruction due…
Jannati: The Nuclear Agreement Must Be Approved by the Parliament
Ahmad Jannati, a key cleric, insists that Iran's nuclear agreement should be approved by Parliament, highlighting a rift between the Rouhani government and conservative factions.…
Motahari: Not Every Protest Against the Judiciary Constitutes a Crime
Ali Motahari has criticized judicial officials for labeling protests against court rulings as crimes, emphasizing the normalcy of expressing dissatisfaction with judicial decisions. This matter…
Iran's Extensive Presence in Montreal; Iranian 'Taboo' in Canada
Iranian cinema is making a significant presence at the Montreal International Film Festival, showcasing films like 'Taboo' and 'Mohammad'. This highlights the ongoing challenges and…
Member of Urmia Lake Revival Headquarters: Americans Say Water Transfer from Elsewhere is Not a Solution
An Iranian delegation learned from American experts that transferring water from Armenia and Georgia to revive Urmia Lake is not a viable solution. Instead, they…
Foreign Tourists Heading to Iran; 'Hotels Fully Booked Until 2016'
Ebrahim Pourfaraj announced that four and five-star hotels in major Iranian cities are fully booked by foreign tourists until 2016 due to a significant increase…
Minister of Science: The Case of Illegal Scholarships Has Been Resolved
The Iranian Minister of Science announced that the case of illegal scholarships has been resolved, allowing most students to continue their studies, except for 36…
Iran Meteorological Organization: Jamming Signals Disrupt Our Work
An Iranian meteorological official has reported that jamming signals are disrupting weather radar operations, particularly in Tehran, leading to difficulties in forecasting. This issue has…
Rouhani: Some Think Our Problem with the World Was Only Nuclear
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need for engagement with the world beyond the nuclear issue, addressing unemployment among youth and advocating for equal job…
Sixth Session of Saeed Mortazavi's Court Held
The sixth court session for Saeed Mortazavi, former Tehran prosecutor, addressed accusations related to the Kahrizak detention center where several protesters died. The father of…