VIDEO: Discovery of a suspicious case near UN HQ in NY
TEHRAN, Sep. 23 (MNA) – After a suspicious bag was found near the United Nations’ headquarters, a US bomb disposal team blocked off the street.
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Handwritten note by Leader of Islamic Revolution addressed to commander of IRGC Aerospace Force
Tehran, IRNA — Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, in a message on Tuesday,
Iranian, Pakistani officials explore potential to develop science diplomacy
TEHRAN – University of Tehran Chancellor Mohammad-Hossein Omid and Pakistani Ambassador to Iran Imran Ahmed Siddiqui have explored avenues to strengthen scientific, academic, and cultural cooperation between the two countries.
Iran joins global ‘100 Hours of Astronomy’ celebration
TEHRAN – As the global “100 Hours of Astronomy” celebration gets underway in countries around the world, Iran’s skies will also host a series of astronomical observation and public outreach programs from September 30 to October 3, coinciding with the event’s 2026 edition, which is being held under the theme “A New Perspective on the Solar System.”
DOE calls for stronger global action to protect ozone layer, tackle climate change
TEHRAN – Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment, has called for stronger international cooperation to address the harmful effects of ozone-layer depletion and climate change, saying that global participation, strong commitment to obligations, and dedicated financial resources can produce real, tangible, measurable, and monitorable results.
Iran Minister of Science departs for Riyadh
Tehran, IRNA — Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei Saraf, has left Tehran for Riyadh at the head of a delegation to attend UNESCO’s artificial intelligence summit in the Saudi capital.
IRGC Aerospace cmdr. calls on people to maintain unity, amity
TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force has urged noble nation of the Islamic Iran to preserve their unity and support the Establishment, political officials and defenders of the country.
Iranian universities, Malaysia’s UKM discuss joint high-tech research projects
TEHRAN – Iran’s top universities are ready to launch joint technology projects with Malaysia’s National University (UKM) in artificial intelligence, semiconductors and clean energy, Iran’s scientific attaché to East Asia said during a visit to the Malaysian university.
IRGC Aerospace cmdr. thanks couple donated wedding rings
TEHRAN, Sep. 12 (MNA) – Iran’s IRGC Aerospace Force Commander Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Mousavi thanked a young couple who donated their wedding rings to the force’s personnel, saying he and his comrades were honored to sacrifice for Iranians.
GII 2026 places Tehran 65th among top 100 science and technology clusters
TEHRAN – The Global Innovation Index (GII) has ranked Tehran as the world’s 65th-largest science and technology (S&T) cluster this year, according to a report released by the UN’s World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
South Korea dispatches research team to Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – South Korea's defence ministry said it is dispatching a specialist team to the Middle East to assess security conditions in the Strait of Hormuz region.
Iran hosts over 40% of world’s rare plant species: study
TEHRAN — A comprehensive international study has found that Iran is home to 75 of the world’s 180 known species of Melanocrommyum, underscoring the country’s status as a major global hotspot for plant biodiversity.
Islamic World Science and Technology Exchange Office unveiled
Iran has launched a new office meant to steer scientific and technological exchange with the Islamic world. The STEP-AUT office, unveiled in Tehran, is tasked with organizing cooperation programs and expanding the country's science diplomacy. It will also work to connect Iranian researchers with scientists, scholars and universities across the Islamic world.
US strike in Kermanshah claims lives of four IRGC Aerospace forces
Kermanshah, IRNA — Four IRGC aerospace personnel have been killed in Kermanshah during a US attack, according to a statement from the provincial IRGC public relations office.
Iran shakes with 407 earthquakes in a month
Iran recorded 407 earthquakes in a single month, a figure that underscores the country's seismic activity. The tremors ranged in size, though most were likely minor and went unnoticed by residents. Seismologists point to the region's location on major fault lines as the reason for the constant shaking. While the sheer number sounds alarming, authorities have not reported widespread damage or casualties from the events.
Iranian female cardiologist garners gold medal at IFIA 2026
Iranian cardiologist and inventor Azin Alizadeh-Asl has won a gold medal at the sixth International Invention and Innovation Competition organized by the International Federation of Inventors' Associations. The event took place in 2026. Her work earned top honors among participants.
DOE prepares conservation map to protect valuable fossil reserves
Iran's Department of Environment has mapped out the country's vertebrate fossil reserves. The agency studied and cataloged a large portion of these paleontological sites. A conservation map has been prepared to protect the valuable fossils.
Cheetah conservation plan revised with focus on reducing human threats
Iran's Department of Environment has revised its national cheetah conservation plan. Experts, academics, rangers, and NGOs took part. Cutting human-caused threats and boosting habitat protection are now the top priorities.
Iran shines at International Earth Science Olympiad
Iranian students wrapped up the International Earth Science Olympiad in Italy with two silver medals, six bronze medals, and a top prize. The team's performance at the 19th edition of the competition marked a strong showing for the country. Details on the specific events and individual achievements were not immediately released.
Data-driven strategies to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts
Iran's Department of Environment is rolling out a broad set of conservation, scientific, legal, and operational measures. The approach is data-driven and research-based, with priorities set accordingly. The goal is to better protect wildlife species and habitats across the country.
Mustafa Prize announces programs for 2026 edition
The Mustafa Prize, an international award for scientific excellence, has revealed its program lineup for the 2026 edition. The announcement covers the schedule of events, nomination procedures, and award categories for the upcoming cycle. Organizers are expected to release more specific guidelines in the coming months.