TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Iran is accelerating its shift toward renewable energy by launching a new initiative that combines solar and hydroelectric power, aiming to stabilize the national grid and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Under a new agreement signed with the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA), the governmen...
ANKARA, Türkiye (MNTV) — Türkiye and Greece have signed a bilateral protocol to deepen cooperation in tourism, focusing on joint development of rural and maritime tourism, along with enhanced connectivity and sectoral partnerships. The agreement was finalized during the 6th Joint Tourism Committee Meeting held in Ankara, co-chaired by Türkiye’...
BAGHDAD, Iraq (MNTV) — Iraq has launched construction on its tallest twin skyscrapers in the capital’s Al-Masbah district, marking a significant milestone in the country’s urban development efforts. The 50-story towers are set to reshape Baghdad’s skyline, combining luxury residential and hospitality amenities in a landmark riverside project,...
TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Persian carpets, long revered as symbols of Iranian craftsmanship and cultural identity, continue to occupy prominent places in the world’s highest halls of power—even in countries that have imposed sanctions on Iran. A recent photo compilation by the Associated Press has drawn attention to the ubiquity of Persian carpets...
NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — Ten professors from India’s Dalit community — historically oppressed under the Hindu caste system — have resigned from their administrative posts at Bangalore University, a major state-run institution in southern India. Their collective resignation is a protest against what they describe as caste-based discrimination,...
NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — In India’s Hindu-majority state of Uttarakhand, a state-led campaign has demolished 537 Muslim religious sites in the span of a year — including tombs, madrasas, and shrines. The demolitions are being carried out under the rule of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), drawing accusations of religious persecution and attem...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — In a quiet corner of Kabul, the steady hum of sewing machines weaves a different kind of story — one of resilience, artistry, and hope. Inside a traditional clothing workshop, dozens of Afghan women are crafting vibrant “Gand Afghani” garments, inspired by the country’s diverse cultural heritage. The workshop, offic...
KABUL, Afghanistan — A new agricultural initiative is underway in central Afghanistan, where the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has launched a project to construct 65 greenhouses for local farmers in Logar province. According to local officials, the greenhouses will be built across five districts, including the provincial capital Pu...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan is preparing to host one of its most vibrant cultural showcases, the annual Melon Festival, in the historic city of Khiva from August 8 to 10. Set against the backdrop of the UNESCO-listed Ichan-Kala complex and the Arda Khiva tourist zone, the festival blends agriculture, performance, and heritage in a...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — The ancient city of Samarkand played host this week to the World Tourism Alliance’s (WTA) flagship event, the Silk Road Dialogue, bringing together international stakeholders to reimagine tourism along one of history’s most iconic trade routes. According to the Dunyo Information Agency, the forum opened on J...
