Draft:Kalanshahr News Agency

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Kalanshahr

Kalanshahr is an independent news outlet that focuses on providing objective and ethical news coverage, including topics related to social issues, science, education, politics, economics, sports, culture, and art on a local, national, and international level. It officially began its operations as a news platform on December 1, 2018. The site has gained significant recognition, especially in the northern regions of Iran.

Mission

Kalanshahr is committed to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and professionalism. The outlet ensures its reporting is honest, accurate, and fair, adhering to principles of speed, accuracy, and integrity. It also values privacy, protecting the identities of both individuals and organizations in its coverage.

Recognition and Achievements

Kalanshahr has received numerous awards and honors, including multiple recognitions at the first *Khazar Media Festival* and the *First Northern Media Festival* in various categories. The outlet's quality and professionalism have made it a leader in the media scene in northern Iran.

Kalanshahr was ranked highly in the *5th Round of News Website Rankings* by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, which further solidified its position as a top media platform in the region. Additionally, it holds official licensing credentials under the number 85299 issued by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance.

Leadership

The outlet is managed by Reza Atefi Kisari as the Managing Director and Fatemeh Saberi as the Editor-in-Chief.

Social Media

Kalanshahr maintains a highly active presence on social media, including Instagram, where it reaches a large audience and shares news updates and highlights.

[Official Instagram of Kalanshahr](https://instagram.com/kalanshahr)

References

[Official Website of Kalanshahr](https://kalanshahr.ir/about/1)
[Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance Certificate No. 85299](https://e-rasaneh.ir/Certificate/85299)
[Press News Announcement of the 5th Round of News Website Rankings](https://press.farhang.gov.ir/fa/news/686446/%D9%86%D8%AA%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%AC-%D9%BE%D9%86%D8%AC%D9%85%DB%8C%D9%86-%D8%AF%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%87-%D8%B1%D8%AA%D8%A8%D9%87-%D8%A8%D9%86%D8%AF%DB%8C-%D9%BE%D8%A7%DB%8C%DA%AF%D8%A7%D9%87-%D9%87%D8%A7%DB%8C-%D8%AE%D8%A8%D8%B1%DB%8C-%D8%A7%D8%B9%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%85-%D8%B4%D8%AF)
[Khazar Media Festival Awards](https://khanehmatbooat.ir/News_Detail.aspx?ID=43474)
[Gilan Today Media Recognition](https://gilan-today.com/30286)
[Reza Atefi Kisari Official Website](https://atefy.ir)