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Iranian Inventor Makes Robot for Deep Wells

Morteza Shirmohammadi is a young inventor who has received several top awards, registering 22 inventions. The 35-year-old inventor has invented a robot for forge welding and pipe cutting. Now, Shirmohammadi is involved in research to generate renewable energy. In an interview with Iran Daily, Shirmohammadi spoke about his inventions. Excerpts follow:

High-speed train technology in Iran to be explored

Iran is going to hold a gathering to explore dimensions of high-speed train technology in the country.

Iran, Hungary urge implementation of cultural MoUs

In a Mon. meeting between Hungarian minister of Human Capacities and Iranian ambassador to Budapest, the two sides stressed the need for expansion of scientific and cultural cooperation.

President Rouhani: Muslim world voices of unity and cooperation should be heard everywhere

President Hassan Rouhani said that Iran and Kazakhstan believe that the Islamic world's voices of unity and cooperation should be heard everywhere.

German Companies Seek Bilateral Agricultural Ties

German Minister of Food and agriculture Christian Schmidt came to Iran chamber of commerce to discuss about bilateral works and joint cooperation potentials with Iranian private sector.

Reyhanabad old public bath to become Museum of Anthropology

The old public bath in Reyhanabad village in Galougah County will become an anthropological museum, said head of Galougah office of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism here Sunday.

Hawksbill Turtles Come to Kish Island to Lay Eggs

The surrounding waters of Iran's Kish Island are habitats for hawksbill and Green turtle species. Hawksbill turtles come to Kish waters for egg-laying largely...

World’s largest neurosurgical hospital to be launched in Tehran

Iranian official announced the launch of the world's largest neurosurgical hospital in Tehran by the end of Iranian Persian year, on March 20, 2017.

Top Iranian Cleric Stresses Demolition of Nuclear Arsenals

A prominent Iranian cleric, Hujjat-ul-Islam Alireza Arafi, met with a high-ranking delegation from Finland to stress Iran’s stance on global nuclear and chemical disarmament.

Paragliding in Kermanshah

Paragliding as a recreational and competitive adventure sport of flying paragliders is widespread all over Kermanshah province.    

Two Iranian Universities among Times 150 Under 50 Rankings 2016

The Times Higher Education 150 Under 50 Rankings 2016 has listed Iran’s Sharif Uni. of Technology and Isfahan Uni. of Technology among the top 150 universities around the world which are under 50 years old.

Iran’s Persepolis Historical Complex hosts first intl. marathon

Marvdasht, the site of the world-renowned UNESCO site of Persepolis, hosted the country’s first ever international marathon. Athletes from more than 35 countries participated,...

Rare Quran Manuscript to be Registered Nationally

A rare Quran manuscript, styled during Timurid and Safavid eras, will be registered as national heritage item.

Romances of a Photographer

Each one of his photos portrays a dazzling, colourful canvas of nature with people who each carry a thousand stories. Stories of love, suffering,...

Marathon in Persepolis a Symbol of Iran’s Safety

Runners from 30 different countries have gathered in Persepolis, highlighting Iran’s safety globally.

Live Rabbit Dissection Leads to Official Censure of School

The public relations department of Hamedan Provincial Environmental Office announced that a school head-teacher has been suspended, while the teacher responsible has been summoned to appear in front of the infraction committee of the Ministry of Education.

How Trees Show their Joy

In recent days, with spring arriving in full force, the Beautification Department of Tehran’s Municipality has displayed “trees of happiness” in the capital’s main...

Iranian swimmer bags 6 medals in DIAC 2016

Iranian swimmer from Hormozgan province received four gold and two silver medals (the 14-15 age category) in the Dubai International Aquatics Championships (DIAC) 2016.

Spur-thighed tortoise spotted in Agh Dagh region

Environmental Protection Unit of the Iranian police spotted a valuable species of spur- thighed tortoise in Agh Dagh region, in Khalkhal, Ardabil Province.

Motorcycle Stunt Riding

Motorcycle Stunt Riding was held on Tuesday in Kish Island.    

Iran Makes Recombinant Factor VIII Drug

Iran has produced a recombinant factor VIII drug, and hopes to mass-produce the medicine in the current Iranian calendar year, which started on March 20, 2016.

Iran, UN Prioritizing Environmental Co-operation

United Nations Resident Coordinator in Iran Gary Lewis said that one of the main UN and UN Development Program's priorities in 2016 and 2017 is co-operation with Iran in the field of the environment.

Cultural, Scientific Ties Best Kind of Relationships: Afghan Official

Cultural, scientific and academic relations are the best kind of relationships, and can create unbreakable links between the peoples of Iran and Afghanistan, said the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Afghan government here Wednesday.

A Street in Tehran Covered with 30,000 Tulips

Every year, a man covers the edge of the pavement, planting tulips all along Zarafshan Street in Shahrak-e-Gharb, Tehran, as a memorial to his late mother. This year the pavement became a tourist destination with 30,000 tulips.

Traditional Spring Horse-Riding Competitions in North Khorasan

This photo gallery shows the traditional spring horse riding matches held in the North Khorasan regions of Raz and Jergelan. The competitions are attended...

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