Thousands of Locals Attend 48th National Quran Competition in Sanandaj
IQNA – On average, more than 5,000 residents of Kordestan province attend the national Quran competition each day, an official says.
‘Pilgrimage Not Just a Journey but Cultural Diplomacy’: Researcher
IQNA – An Iranian religious researcher describes modern pilgrimage tourism as a powerful tool for cultural connection, social unity and economic growth.
Port Said Int’l Quran Competition Opens Applications for Foreign Contestants
IQNA – The organisers of the Port Said International Quran competition have opened registration for foreign participants ahead of its ninth edition under the name of Sheikh Mahmoud Ali Al-Banna.
A Technical, Aesthetic Analysis of Raghib Mustafa Ghalwash’s Quran Recitations
IQNA – Raghib Mustafa Ghalwash was among Quran reciters who, while benefiting from the tradition of great masters, was able to create his own unique vocal signature.
Quranic Activities
Mauritanian Quran Memorization, Recitation Contest Winners Awarded
IQNA – The awarding ceremony of the 12th edition of Mauritania’s Quran memorization and recitation competition was held in the capital of the country.
26 Oct 2025, 18:10
Political
Islamic Resistance; A Strategy for Rebuilding Civilizational Identity against Western Domination
IQNA – A group of scholars and intellectuals in Pakistan stressed the need for re-examining the civilizational ideas of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in order to rebuild the identity of the Islamic Umamh.
22 Oct 2025, 16:25
Religious Activities
Iranian Health Official Lists Medical Risks That Disqualify Pilgrims from Hajj
IQNA – The head of the Medical Centre for Hajj and Pilgrimage at the Iranian Red Crescent Society warned that several serious health conditions will bar intending pilgrims from performing the Hajj.
26 Oct 2025, 08:57
World
Iranian Calligrapher Uses Quranic Art to Build Bridges Between Nations
IQNA – Iranian calligrapher Tandis Taghavi says she uses the art of writing the Quran to communicate interfaith lessons and cultural bonds in a recent Iran–South Korea exhibition.
26 Oct 2025, 11:02
