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West afraid of Iran’s scientific progress: official
Head of Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IPM) said nuclear energy has been established in Iran many years ago, however the sensitiveness of West has led to international fame of Iran’s nuclear knowledge.
One Million Historical, Ancient Sites in Country
Vice-President and head of the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization said one million historical and ancient sites have been identified in the country.
Book on Imam Kazim’s (AS) Life Published in Najaf
A book titled “A Selection of Imam Musa Kazim’s (AS) Life” has been published by the Religious Affairs section of the Astan (custodianship) of Imam Ali’s (AS) holy shrine, in Najaf, Iraq.
Pavilion at Tehran Int’l Book Fair Showcases Books about “Prophet of Mercy”
A pavilion at the 28th Tehran International Book Fair offers books on the life and character of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
President in the opening ceremony of the 32nd International Holy Quran Competitions:
Holy Quran is a source of honor for Muslims
UNESCO assistant director general for natural science to visit Iran
Iran's National Commission of UNESCO said on Sunday that Assistant Director General for Natural Science will visit Iran to attend the 7th international Conference on Seismology and Earthquake Engineering.
Ayatollah Khamenei Visits Tehran Int'l Book Fair
Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei paid a visit to the 28th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) on Wednesday morning.
Iranian and Iraqi culture ministers discussed ways to strengthen cultural ties
Iranian Culture and Islamic Guidance Minister Ali Jannati
Iranian and Iraqi culture ministers in a meeting discussed ways to strengthen cultural ties between the two Muslim neighbors.
President in a meeting with new Bulgarian ambassador:
Bulgaria can be a bridge between Iran and Europe in the field of energy
President Hassan Rouhani said Tuesday that Bulgaria can act as a bridge to join Iran and Europe to exchange energy.
Iran to take part in Frankfurt Book Fair
Iran will take part in Frankfurt Book Fair, it was announced on Tuesday.
Inventions of Iranians abroad to be registered: Official
Head of the Researchers and Technicians Support Fund said the fund is ready to register academic and non-academic inventions of Iranians residing abroad.
ECO conference concludes in Kashan
The 22nd Conference of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) permanent members ended its two-day activities in Kashan on Tuesday.
WCO, WAIC Ink MoU in Qazvin
World Citizen Organization and World Assembly of Islamic Cities have signed a memorandum of understanding in Qazvin.
Relics Found at Kulak Castle Hill
Archeologists have discovered ancient relics such as a part of a bracelet, a nail, potteries and metallic remnants at Kulak Castle Hill in the southeastern Iranian province of Sistan-Baluchestan.
Romanian Ambassador Elaborates on Iranology in Romania
At a meeting at the 28th Tehran International Book Fair the Romanian Ambassador to Tehran Cristian TEODORESCU, elaborated on Iranology in Romania and his people’s curiosity in knowing more about the Iranian culture as well as literature.
German official praises TIBF
A German cultural figure praised the 28th Tehran International Book Fair underway in Tehran.
Kerman, unique and wonderful
Kerman province is a land of natural wonders, said the deputy head of Kerman Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Department.
Education Is the Foundation of Every Countrys Culture
Dr Hassan Rouhani, the Iranian President, who spoke in last meeting of the Council of Cultural Revolution, emphasized the importance of education system in every country
French diplomat highlights importance of cultural exchanges
French Embassy’s Cultural Attache in Tehran Thierry Vielle highlighted the importance of cultural relations between countries especially at the time of complicated political ties.
City of Isfahan Ready for Cooperation With Oman
Governor General of Isfahan Province in his recent meeting with visiting Omani Information Minister said we are ready for all kinds of cooperation with our friendly and brotherly Sultanate of Oman.
Top-Selling Zarif’s Biography Shines in TIBF
The biography of Iran’s FM is still a best-seller after 6 print-runs.
Tehran book fair best chance for Mexico's cultural presence in Iran
Mexican Ambassador to Tehran Ulises Canchola Gutierrez said on Saturday that Tehran International Book Fair is the best opportunity for his country to officially play an active role in promotion of cultural issues.
500,000 visit Tehran Int'l Book Fair in 3 days
Deputy director of the 28th Tehran International Book Fair said Saturday that as much as half a million people have visited the book fair in the past three days since opening.
US student groups hold Islam awareness series
Two Muslim student groups are cosponsoring an “Islam Awareness” event series this week, in an effort to highlight what organizer Osama El-Gabalawy has called an overlooked issue, Muslim identity and experience.
Italy presence in TIBF, turning point in cultural ties: envoy
Italian Ambassador to Iran Mauro Conciatori described his country's presence in Tehran International Book Fair as a turning point in the two countries' bilateral ties.
Bologna Children’s Book Fair manager meets Iranian writers at TIBF
The 28th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) hosted a meeting of writers from the Iranian Association of Writers for Children and Youth with the Project Manager of Bologna Children’s Book Fair, Roberta Chinni, on Friday
Romania fascinated by Iran’s rich culture: Ambassador
Romanian Ambassador to Tehran Christian Teodorescu said his nation is fascinated by the rich Iranian culture.
China's Publication Industry Introduced at TIBF
The meeting, “Introducing the Publication Industry of China” was held in the Hall of Dialogue at the 28th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) on Friday, May 8.
Rouhani Voluntarily Joins IRCS
Iranian president became a volunteer member of Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).
Books means to real diplomacy: Rouhani
Attending the opening ceremony of Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) on Tuesday, President Rouhani deemed books the means to real diplomacy, saying regional and global issues must be resolved through books and reading.
Book lovers enjoy 28th TIBF
The underway Tehran International Book Fair is in its 3rd day hosting more than 2800 publications and 65 countries
UNESCO to host paintings on wildlife in Tehran
Arash Golzari-Hosseini’s art exhibition with the theme of wildlife will be held at Iranian National Commission for UNESCO gallery in Tehran.
In the presence of president Rouhani ;
Tehran International Book Fair opens in Tehran
Iranian Teachers to Meet with Supreme Leader
A number of teachers from across Iran will meet with Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei later on Wednesday.
Iranian universities among 100 under 50 rankers
Sharif University of Technology and Isfahan University of Technology are among the Times Higher Education 100 Under 50 Rankings 2015, it was reported on Tuesday.
Minister: Italy Ready to Transfer Technology to Iran
Italian Environment Minister Gian Luca Galletti, who is in Tehran on an official visit, announced his country's readiness to boost mutual cooperation with Iran in the field of environmental protection and energy after the removal of anti-Iran sanctions.
Tehran, Budapest Declared 'Sister Cities'
A sister-city relationship was established between the capital cities of Iran and Hungary with an agreement signed by the two cities' officials on Monday
3rd Nat'l Laboratory Equipment, Chemicals Expo Opens in Tehran
The 3rd National Laboratory Equipment and Chemicals Exhibition (Iranlabexpo 2015) kicked off in Tehran on Saturday.
NASA Completes MESSENGER Mission with Expected Impact on Mercury's Surface
A NASA planetary exploration mission came to a planned, but nonetheless dramatic, end Thursday when it slammed into Mercury's surface at about 8,750 mph and created a new crater on the planet's surface.
Iran, China Stress Strengthening Scientific Cooperation
Iranian Minister of Science, Research and Technology Mohammad Farhadi and President of Chinese Academy of Sciences Bai Chunli stressed boosting bilateral ties between Tehran and Beijing in science and technology.
UNESCO Organizes Training Workshop
The UNESCO Tehran Cluster Office organized a one-day training workshop for government officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance on UNESCO’s Cultural Conventions.
Iran and Tajikistan to Make Joint Historical Film
Head of Iran Cinema Organization met his Tajik counterpart on the sideline of international section of 33rd International Fajr film Festival. According to public Relations and Information Center of Ministry of Culture, Mr. Naser Saeedev said we hope the way can be paved for study of Tajik film making students in Iran in order to be able to make joint films
Tehran, Madrid discuss teaching Farsi, Spanish in Iran, Spain
Head of Iran Language Institute Mohammad Reza Hashemi and Spanish Ambassador to Tehran Pedro Villena discussed expansion of teaching Farsi and Spanish languages in the two countries.
Tehran to host 13th int'l flora expo
A senior official at Tehran Municipality said on Monday that the 13th International Flowers and Plants Exhibition will begin at Tehran Municipality’s Ground for Specialized Exhibitions on May 11.
President in a ceremony to hail the national Teacher’s Day:
Impose limits is not art, art is confer immunity
President Hassan Rouhani on Monday said that impose limits is not art, art is confer immunity and this is the main duty of teachers and education.
Tajik culture min. due to Tehran Int. Book Fair
Tajikistan’s culture minister was officially invited to attend the 28th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF).
Milan Expo Successful in Showcasing Iranian Rich Culture, Industry - Diplomat
Iran's Ambassador to Italy Jahanbakhsh Mozafari said on Saturday that the Milan Expo is an important event can showcase Iran's rich culture and industry as other countries are also present there.
Persian Gulf name mentioned in 6,000 Sunni atlases, books: Sunny cleric
Noted name of Persian Gulf has been included in over 6,000 Sunni atlases and historical books, said Friday Prayer Leader of Tabl Village, a suburb of Qeshm.
TEHRAN7th International Course on Islamic Capital Markets to Open in Tehran
The 7th International Course on Islamic Capital Markets , will be held at Hotel Parsian Evin of Tehran from May 4-6
UN peacekeepers urged to protect cultural sites
UN culture chief Irina Bokova urged the Security Council on Monday to task peacekeepers with protecting cultural sites and to help prosecute those who destroy historical treasures.