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International Triumph: Tajik Edition of Ferdowsi's "Shahnameh" Wins Grand Prix
31 Jul. 07:50The Tajik edition of Abulqasim Ferdowsi's epic poem "Shahnameh" was awarded the Grand Prix at the 23rd International "Book Art" Contest held among CIS member states in Minsk. The achievement was reported by "MIR 24" correspondent Mariama Rakhmanova.
The competitive event gathered 60 distinct publications representing 6 countries. Following a comprehensive review by the panel of judges, the volume published in Tajikistan was unanimously named the overall winner of the competition.
Composed between the late 10th and early 11th centuries by Abulqasim Ferdowsi, the epic holds the distinction of being the longest poem written by a single author. The narrative chronicles the history of ancient kings, heroes, and nations spanning from mythological eras up to the 7th century.
The evaluation and final awards ceremony took place at the National Library of Belarus. Experts assessed the entries based on artistic design, printing execution, and contribution to cultural heritage preservation. Ibragim Ahmad, head of the publishing and printing department at the Ministry of Culture of Tajikistan, noted that the top award underscores the rapid development of the nation's publishing industry.
Specialists at the International Science and Technology Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, led by Durdymyrat Gadamov and Altyn Rahmanova, have developed a new-generation bio-agent designed to neutralize soil methane emissions. The solution utilizes local bacteria adapted to the regional climate, which harness methane monooxygenase to convert methane into carbon dioxide and water.
Methane is a major contributor to global warming, with a heat-trapping capacity in the atmosphere significantly higher than that of carbon dioxide. The newly developed bio-agent features high efficiency in industrially congested areas, cost-effectiveness through the use of local raw materials, and complete safety for human health and the environment.
This scientific breakthrough aligns with Turkmenistan's sustainable development strategy, supporting its commitments under the Global Methane Pledge to enhance environmental oversight in the energy sector.
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