January 2017
Head of the Court of Audit: Astronomical Salaries Returned to the Treasury
The head of Iran's Court of Audit announced that 397 individuals returned a total of 23.3 billion tomans in unconventional salaries to the government treasury.…
Stricter Regulations on the Exit Ban for Bank Debtors from Iran
The Central Bank of Iran has tightened regulations on bank debtors, prohibiting them from leaving the country for any reason, including medical treatment and pilgrimage.…
Stubborn Inflation Against Further Decline
The Central Bank of Iran's report indicates that inflation rates have stabilized, with average inflation at 8.6% and point-to-point inflation rising to 9.6%. Despite a…
Rescue Operations Continue at Plasco Building; Victim Count Reaches 15
The Plasco building collapse in Tehran has resulted in 15 confirmed deaths, including 11 firefighters. Rescue operations are ongoing, and there are significant criticisms regarding…
The Ashes of an Economic Giant
The Plasco building's collapse has devastated a significant part of Iran's clothing industry, affecting 4,000 workers and leading to potential price increases in clothing. This…
35% of Tehran's Children Suffer from Coughing, Wheezing, and Shortness of Breath
A recent study reveals that over 35% of children in Tehran experience respiratory issues, with asthma prevalence rising significantly in Iran, attributed mainly to air…
Iran Khodro Unveils an Old Peugeot Model Again
Iran Khodro has unveiled a new version of the Peugeot 206 sedan, now called the Peugeot 207 sedan, which has faced criticism for being outdated…
Warning from a Parliament Member: Child Selling has Become a Business in Iran
Bahman Taherkhani, a member of the Iranian Parliament, has warned that child selling has become a business in Iran, calling for updated laws to combat…
Turkish Parliament Votes in Favor of Bill to Increase Presidential Powers
The Turkish Parliament has approved a constitutional reform bill that increases presidential powers, allowing President Erdoğan to appoint ministers and potentially extend his rule until…
One Day After the Fire at Plasco; One Firefighter Dead, '20 to 25' Firefighters Trapped Under Rubble
A fire at the Plasco building in Tehran has resulted in its collapse, trapping 20 to 25 firefighters under the rubble, with one confirmed dead.…
Transfer of Prisons: A Challenging Provision of the Sixth Development Plan
The Iranian government is transferring prisons from urban areas to outside cities, with the Greater Tehran Correctional Complex being the first phase of this initiative.…
Sale of Evin Prison to Tehran Municipality Canceled
The sale of Evin Prison to the Tehran Municipality has been canceled due to the municipality's lack of interest and concerns over the high costs…
Member of Parliament Reports 'Disappearance of Thousands of Billions' in Energy Revenue
Nasser Mousavi Largani, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized the Rouhani government for the disappearance of 34 trillion tomans in energy revenue. He highlighted…
Ghalibaf: I Oppose the Deposit of Municipal Revenues into the Government Treasury
Tehran's mayor, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, opposes a provision that would transfer financial oversight of municipalities to the Court of Audit and mandates that municipal revenues…
The Kolbari Border of Qasr-e Shirin Will Be Reopened Soon
The kolbari border in Qasr-e Shirin is set to reopen soon, allowing kolbars to import non-food goods worth two million tomans per trip. This move…
A Labor Activist: Workers' Salaries Run Out in the First Week
Labor activist Hadi Aboui warns that workers' salaries are depleted within the first week of the month due to insufficient wage increases. The minimum wage…
Inflation Trends Until the End of the Year; The Core Challenge
The Minister of Economy, Ali Tayebnia, has stated that inflation has reached a core level, making it increasingly difficult to reduce rates. Recent reports indicate…
Minister of Communications: I have discussed the filtering of 'Clash of Clans' with the President
The Iranian Minister of Communications has discussed the filtering of 'Clash of Clans' with the President, expressing hope for a quick resolution. The game was…