Iran Objects to Indian Media's Misleading Coverage and Fake News

Iran has strongly objected to the fake and irresponsible news being run by Indian news channels. Advocating for strengthening the relations between the two countries, Iran has advised the Indian media to avoid misleading news. In this regard, Iran has issued a press release, a copy of which has also been posted on social media platform X, which reads-

Indian media should not compromise the public trust and its professional credibility by disseminating fake and fabricated news.

In recent days, it has been observed that certain Indian news outlets, including some well-known media, have published baseless reports disrespecting Iran and its great leadership. Such irresponsible reporting not only undermines public confidence but also severely damages the professional reputation of these media institutions among their audiences.

वैसे तो यह सरासर झूठी ख़बर लगती है , जो संघियों को ख़ुश करने की मंशा से किया गया पोस्ट हो सकता है , ज्ञात हो इस गोदिमीडिया @indiatvnews का मालिक रजत शर्मा ख़ुद संघी है , @Iran_in_India को इसे देखना चाहिये आख़िर दो देशों के बीच यह चैनल नफ़रत को क्यों बढ़ाने की साज़िश कर रहा है...?… pic.twitter.com/HpBBX2PDel

— Mukesh Gupta (@MukeshGuptaInc) July 28, 2025

While the Embassy fully respects freedom of expression and the public’s right to access information, it strongly urges the Indian media to rely on credible and impartial sources and to refrain from spreading sensationalist and inaccurate content regarding Iran.

The Embassy also recalls that the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, as Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, successfully guided the military operations during the "twelve-day imposed war" waged by the Zionist regime against Iran, in which the Islamic Republic of Iran was able to inflict a heavy defeat on the Zionist regime by decisive act of self-defence.

Press Statement
Indian media should not compromise the public trust and its professional credibility by disseminating fake and fabricated news.

In recent days, it has been observed that certain Indian news outlets, including some well-known media, have published baseless reports… pic.twitter.com/omgb4xpHGx

— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) July 28, 2025

The Embassy expects that the Indian media will uphold journalistic integrity, avoid participating in external propaganda efforts, and contribute to strengthening the historical ties of friendship and mutual respect between the peoples of two great civilizational- states.

In the end, three hashtags have also been used namely #Responsible_media, #Stop_fake_news and #Facts_matter.

A large number of Indians have also reacted to this post. Most Indians have advocated for better India-Iran relations and have criticized the irresponsible attitude of the Indian media.

Abhijith Chandran wrote: Sorry Iran, these people do not represent the majority of us. We are with Peace and stability and prosperity of the region, including Iran.

Gss wrote: Dear Iran & Iranians, RW Godi Media does not represent us as Indians, they only love money even if that means spreading hateful propaganda & fake news 24*7. We Indians ourselves are tired of Godi Media but have to tolerate them because our gov is so weak & spineless against them.

Aryan Singh wrote: Name that news channel, it's India TV (@indiatvnews) that should apologize to Iran and Mr. Khamenei. We stand with Iran. Never let these morons break the mutual trust and friendship between our two countries. Children are dying in Gaza. Iran should teach Israel a lesson.

Nadeem Ram Ali wrote: Godi media is working to make Iran an enemy of India, Godi media is anti-national but it is also true that Godi media works only for the central government. Did the Godi media spread false information against Iran's Supreme Leader on the orders of the central government? 

Ranaji writes: Indian Media. It seems you take them more seriously than we do. They are highly sensational and without any credibility.

Chandan Pandey writes: एक भारतीय नागरिक होने के नाते मीडिया द्वारा किए गए इस घिनौनी हरकत के लिए ईरान की अवाम से मैं माफी माँगता हूँ।

Roshan Lal Bittu wrote: Godi Media should be ashamed, these people are now ringing the bell of their flattery and nonsense even at the international level. Shameful! @Iran_in_India is right credible reporting is essential for India-Iran relations.

Manu writes: नरेंद्र मोदी सरकार द्वारा खड़ी की गई असमाजिक तत्वों वाली फौज ने सोशल मीडिया पर भारत का पूरी दुनिया में मज़ाक उड़ा रखा है, AC स्टूडियो में बैठे भाजपाई सैलरी वाले पत्रकार इनकी झूठ अफवाहों को Main स्ट्रीम में जगह देते है! खैर, अपना नाम होना चाहिए, चाहे देश बदनाम हो!