Tehran is the undisputed center of Iran's media industry, housing both state broadcasting and major independent publishing houses.
* **Broadcasting:** The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) is headquartered here, operating all national TV and radio networks. * **Newspapers:** Major Persian dailies include *Hamshahri*, *Ettela'at*, *Kayhan*, and *Shargh*. *The Tehran Times* and *Iran Daily* are the prominent English-language publications. * **News Agencies:** IRNA (Islamic Republic News Agency) and ISNA (Iranian Students' News Agency) are based in the city. * **Online Media:** Despite strict internet regulations, digital media, independent blogs, and social media channels are heavily consumed and serve as pivotal sources of daily news and culture.
