Initial Findings Suggest Lost Achaemenid Mines May Be Discovered in Western Iran Archaeologists have identified three mines in the Zagros mountain range in the Abdanan, Ilam province, which they believe could be the long-lost Achaemenid mines. These mines are thought to have been the primary source of stone used in the construction of Darius the Great's palace in the ancient city of Susa.
Persian poet Amir Khosro Dehlavi commemorated in Tehran Tehran (IP) - The Cultural Center of the Embassy of India in Tehran, in collaboration with the Association of Cultural Artifacts and Monuments, held a commemoration ceremony for Amir Khosrow Dehlavi, Iranian-Indian poet.
DoE Head: Training Locals Required to Revive, Protect Urmia Lake Tehran (IP) - The Head of Iran's Department of Environment (DoE) said that the department tries to operationalize projects to train local communities around the Urmia Lake basin to earn their livelihood with jobs in harmony with the ecosystem of the lake.
Iranians Make Aircraft Lighter with Smart Magnesium Coating Iranian researchers have developed an advanced nanocomposite coating that effectively protects magnesium alloys from corrosion, a breakthrough that could reduce aircraft weight and enhance fuel efficiency.
Iranian, Afghan Communities in Malaysia Commemorate Third Night of Qadr With Reverenc In a heartfelt gathering, Iranians and Afghan nationals residing in Malaysia commemorated the third night of Qadr, marking the 23rd night of Ramadan with profound spirituality and community solidarity.
Yazd Hosts Iran's Int'l Handicrafts Festival At the National Handicrafts Day Festival, the World Crafts Council will formally recognize Yazd as a global city of traditional jewelry. This craft, nationally registered in 2020, earned international acclaim through the dedication of local artisans, officials, and the Ministry of Handicrafts.
Resonance of epic sounds at International 'Isar' Music Festival Khorramabad (IP)- The second international Isar, meaning sacrifice, music festival (Navaye Mehr) was held in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province, with the participation of various music groups from the resistance axes.
Iranian food: Khoresht Mast Esfahani (Yogurt stew) Khoresht-e Mast or Yogurt Stew is one of the popular local cuisines in Isfahan province, usually served cold before or after the main course.
