October 2026
President of Urmia University: Jihad University Can Effectively Address the Country's Needs
The President of Urmia University emphasized the potential of Jihad University to contribute positively to societal needs. This statement highlights the role of educational institutions…
Sidewalks of Urmia Under Siege by Stalls; Pedestrians Searching for a Way Through
Citizens in Urmia are voicing complaints about the obstruction of sidewalks by shops and street vendors, making it difficult for pedestrians to navigate. This issue…
Chain Collision of 10 Vehicles on Urmia-Salmas Road Leaves 15 Injured
A serious traffic accident occurred on the Urmia-Salmas road, involving 10 vehicles and injuring 15 people. The Red Crescent Society is involved in the response…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: Iran has become the center of security in the region
The Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia emphasized Iran's defensive capabilities, declaring that the country has established itself as a central security hub in the region.…
Mayor of Urmia: The Economic and Investment Capacities of the City Are on the Path to Realization
The mayor of Urmia highlighted the city's economic, tourism, and urban management potential, indicating that recent efforts are bringing these capacities closer to realization. This…
Director General of Renovation in West Azerbaijan: Urmia Schools Are 255 Schools Away from Educational Standards
The Director General of Renovation in West Azerbaijan highlighted the need for 255 new schools in Urmia to achieve acceptable educational standards. This issue is…
Internationalization of Universities Requires Controlled Smart Opening
A professor highlights the need for policy revisions in the internationalization of Iranian universities, pointing out that various internal factors, not just sanctions, hinder scientific…
Head of the Bakers' Union in Urmia: The Number of Bakeries in the County Exceeds Population Standards
The head of the Bakers' Union in Urmia highlighted that the number of bakeries in the county is higher than the population-based standards set by…
The 240th Night of People's Presence in the Streets of Urmia
On November 4th, residents of Urmia participated in a street gathering to express their backing for Islamic and national values. This event reflects ongoing public…
Free Fuel Cards Collected in This Province: What is the Reason?
The National Oil Products Distribution Company has begun collecting free fuel cards in West Azerbaijan as of November. This action may be related to regulatory…
Perpetrators of the Clash at Urmia Dam Recreation Area Arrested
The police have arrested individuals involved in a recent altercation at a popular recreational site in Urmia. This incident highlights ongoing social tensions in the…
Indicators of Lake Urmia Improve
The CEO of the West Azerbaijan Regional Water Company announced improvements in Lake Urmia's condition, noting increases in its level, area, and water volume as…
Dredging of Rivers Prevented Flood Ingress into Qazlajeh Village in Tasuji
Preventive measures such as dredging and reopening river paths have successfully diverted recent heavy floods away from Qazlajeh village in Tasuji, East Azerbaijan. This action…
Good News About the Status of Lake Urmia
The water level of Lake Urmia has stopped declining due to significant rainfall in October, leading to a stabilization of its water volume. This development…
Stop of the Declining Water Level Trend in Lake Urmia
The water level decline in Lake Urmia has stopped due to effective rainfall in October, with the water volume stabilizing at around 2.55 billion cubic…
Two Urmia University Scientific Journals Achieve 'B' Rank in Ministry of Science Evaluation
Two scientific journals from Urmia University have been recognized with a 'B' rank by the Ministry of Science. This achievement highlights the university's contribution to…
Arrest of Suspect Disrupting the Country's Currency System in Urmia
A suspect involved in disrupting Iran's currency system has been arrested in Urmia. This action is part of ongoing efforts to stabilize the economy amid…
Good News About Lake Urmia
The Director General of Environmental Protection in West Azerbaijan announced a significant increase in the water volume of Lake Urmia, which has risen by approximately…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: Adhering to Modest Dress Protects Women's Security
The Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia has stated that modest dress is essential for the security and peace of women, suggesting that it helps protect…
Urmia Grape Festival Registered in Iran's Tourism Event Calendar
The Urmia Grape Festival has been officially registered as a tourism event in Iran, as announced by the Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and…
Launch of Super Gasoline Supply in Urmia
The National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company has begun supplying super gasoline in Urmia, aiming to enhance service quality for residents and vehicle owners. This…
850 Meters of Tunnels Excavated for Urmia-Tabriz Freeway Project
The Urmia-Tabriz freeway project is progressing with 850 meters of excavation completed on both sides. The Director General of Roads and Urban Development in West…
West Azerbaijan Representative Tops First Round of Women's Premier Rowing League
The first round of the Women's Premier Rowing League took place in Urmia, where the Azad University team emerged as the leader with 50 points.…
The Women's Premier Rowing League Kicks Off in Urmia
The inaugural Women's Premier Rowing League has started in Urmia with seven teams competing. This event highlights the growing interest and participation of women in…
Disruption in Bus Ticket Card Charging System in Urmia Will Be Resolved
The Urmia Municipality's Transportation Management Organization is addressing issues with the electronic bus ticket card charging system. This is significant for local commuters who rely…
More than 12 Violating Bakeries Closed in Urmia
Over 12 bakeries in Urmia were shut down for health and professional violations. This action was taken by relevant authorities to safeguard public health and…
The Area of Lake Urmia Has Increased Fourfold / The Latest Status of Water Levels in This Lake Explained
The area of Lake Urmia has significantly expanded, increasing four times compared to the previous year, as reported by the local government official. This development…
The Fifth National Event of Iranian Islamic Fashion and Clothing Begins in Urmia
The fifth national event of Iranian Islamic fashion and clothing has commenced in Urmia, attracting designers and the public. This event highlights the cultural significance…
Maragheh Selected as the First National Pilot for Water Governance
Maragheh has been designated as the first national pilot for implementing a water governance system in Iran, following the completion of relevant studies. This initiative…
Traditional Clothing of Ethnic Groups to be Showcased at the Fifth National Goharshad Exhibition in Urmia
The fifth National Goharshad Exhibition is set to take place in Urmia, showcasing a variety of Iranian-Islamic and traditional ethnic clothing. This event highlights the…
Deputy of Urban Services in Urmia Municipality: We are Prepared for Upcoming Rainfalls
The Deputy of Urban Services in Urmia has confirmed that the city is ready for anticipated rainfalls, having initiated preparations months in advance. This proactive…
Representative of Urmia: Exporters Must Familiarize Themselves with Modern Trade Methods
The Urmia representative in the Iranian parliament highlights the need for exporters to understand modern trade methods to avoid selling issues, particularly for West Azerbaijan's…
Urmia Governor: Supervision of Bakeries' Performance Should Be Pursued More Seriously
The governor of Urmia has called for stricter oversight of bakeries to ensure better quality bread for the public. This initiative highlights concerns over food…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: University Issues Should be Addressed by Forming Specialized Working Groups
The Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia has called for the establishment of specialized working groups to address issues at Urmia University. This initiative aims to…
Ranking Snooker Competitions Held in Urmia with Participation of 64 Top Athletes
The national ranking snooker competitions have begun in Urmia, featuring 64 elite athletes. This event highlights the growth and popularity of snooker in Iran. It…
The Significant Role of Agricultural Water Consumption in the Decline of Lake Urmia Compared to Climate Change
The Director General of the National Meteorological Organization highlighted that while climate change impacts Lake Urmia's water levels, agricultural water consumption and extraction from watershed…
Governor of West Azerbaijan: Maintaining the Water Level of Lake Urmia is Our Most Important Concern
The governor of West Azerbaijan highlights the improved water levels of Lake Urmia compared to last year and stresses the importance of water management in…
The National Premier Rowing League Competitions Kick Off in Urmia
The National Premier Rowing League has commenced in Urmia, featuring 9 teams competing at the Shahre Chai Dam. This event highlights the growing interest in…
From Urmia to Hamun; A Narrative of Water's Presence and Absence in Iran
A photographer is showcasing the importance of water as a shared resource through a photo exhibition that documents its presence and absence across different regions…
Director of Urmia Oil Company: Share of Free Fuel Card Usage Increased in West Azerbaijan
The director of the oil distribution company in Urmia announced a rise in the usage of free fuel cards to 35% in West Azerbaijan, highlighting…
President of Urmia University: One of the Serious Damages of Cultural Activities is the Island Performance in this Area
The President of Urmia University highlighted the issue of isolated cultural activities within the university, calling for collaboration among all organizations to enhance cultural initiatives.…
Tragedy for Workers in Urmia: 3 Dead
Three workers tragically died from gas poisoning while working in an agricultural well in Urmia. This incident highlights ongoing safety issues in Iran's agricultural sector.…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: Submission and Compromise with America is a Sign of Humiliation
The Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia emphasized the importance of national unity and defense capabilities in resisting perceived threats from the U.S. He asserted that…
320 Scientific Papers Accepted at the National Conference on Innovation in Biological and Veterinary Sciences in Urmia
A total of 320 scientific papers have been accepted for presentation at a national conference focused on innovation in biological and veterinary sciences in Urmia,…
Mayor of Urmia: Over 870,000 Square Meters of Asphalt Laid in the City So Far
The Mayor of Urmia announced significant progress in urban infrastructure, with over 870,000 square meters of asphalt laid this year. This follows a substantial effort…
Governor of Urmia: Balanced Development of Villages Should Be Prioritized
The governor of Urmia emphasizes the importance of prioritizing justice and balanced development in rural areas. This statement reflects a focus on equitable growth in…
Goharshad Becomes National Event / 17 Provinces Register to Participate in Urmia
The Goharshad event, focused on Iranian-Islamic fashion, has attracted registrations from 17 provinces in Iran. This highlights a growing interest in cultural events that promote…
Revival of Lake Urmia: Lake Area Increased Fourfold
Lake Urmia has seen a remarkable recovery, with its water volume increasing significantly compared to last year. This development is highlighted by the West Azerbaijan…
A Psychology Professor: Let's Not Let Anger Decide for Us
A psychology professor highlights the importance of managing anger in stressful situations to prevent negative impacts on personal and social relationships. The emphasis is on…
CEO of West Azerbaijan Water and Wastewater Company Announced: 82% of Urmia's Population Benefits from Sewage Services
The CEO of the West Azerbaijan Water and Wastewater Company reported that a significant majority of Urmia's population has access to sewage services. However, further…
Inauguration of Career Guidance Office and Technical and Vocational Skills Training Center at Urmia Industrial University
The Career Guidance Office and Technical and Vocational Skills Training Center have been opened at Urmia Industrial University to improve students' professional skills and ease…
Training Young Activists on Population Issues for 80 Rural Women in Urmia
A training course for young population activists was held in Gog Tappeh, Urmia, targeting 80 rural women. The initiative aims to enhance awareness and social…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: The Youthful Population Must Become a National Concern
The Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia highlights the critical issue of population decline in Iran, urging that the focus on maintaining a youthful demographic should…
Arrest of the Perpetrator in the Murder of Four Family Members in Urmia
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of four family members in Urmia, highlighting ongoing issues of violence within families in Iran.…
Urmia Mayor: 'Kabodan' Will Elevate Urmia's Cultural Brand to National Level
The mayor of Urmia announced the launch of the first national short film festival 'Kabodan', which aims to promote the cultural identity of Urmia on…
Shams Tabrizi Shrine in Khoy Officially Added to Iran’s National Heritage List
The resting place of Shams Tabrizi in Khoy has been officially added to Iran's national heritage list, as announced by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage,…
Student Bus Accident in This Province + Details
A bus carrying students from Urmia University was involved in an accident on Sarv Road, as reported by the head of Emergency Services in West…
The Need for a Comprehensive Grape Research Center from A to Z at Urmia University is Felt
The president of Urmia University highlighted the importance of establishing a comprehensive grape research center to enhance the value-added chain for grapes in West Azerbaijan.…
Kabudan: Urmia in a New Narrative of Short Cinema
The first National Short Film Festival Kabudan is being organized to highlight the cultural and historical identity of the Urmia region through cinema. The festival…
Over 11,000 Books Sold at Urmia Book Fair
The 18th Urmia Book Fair saw significant sales, with over 11,000 books sold. This event highlights the ongoing interest in literature and culture in the…