The Jonoubostan News Portal (Persian: جنوب استان) is a regional Iranian news platform based in the Bushehr Province of Iran. Established on 21 June 2006 by Ebrahim Bahmani, it provides comprehensive news coverage on local and industrial issues, particularly in the districts of Kangan, Assaluyeh, Jam, and Dayyer. The portal resumed operations with its current domain (jonoubostan.ir) after obtaining a legal license from the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance in December 2022.

Jonoubostan was founded to meet the demand for localized and specialized news coverage in Bushehr Province. Initially launched in 2006, the portal underwent restructuring and resumed operations with a renewed focus on local and industrial reporting. The platform has obtained several licenses, ensuring compliance with Iranian media regulations.

In October 2023, Jonoubostan became one of the eight platforms to receive an audio-visual media license from Satra (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting), as reported by ILNA.^[1] It was also identified by Asr Asaluyeh as the first media outlet in Bushehr Province to achieve this milestone.^[2]

Jonoubostan provides news across several categories, including:

• Local news and governance
• Social responsibility
• Economy and industry
• Politics and culture
• Religion and environment
• Sports and weather updates

The portal is known for its industrial coverage, focusing on petrochemical companies and industrial activities in Bushehr Province. Additionally, it features multimedia galleries documenting regional events.

• **Citizen Journalism Platform**: Encourages locals to contribute news and reports (jonoubostan.ir/send-news/).
• **Weather Updates**: Provides real-time weather information tailored to the Bushehr region.

The portal is managed by a team of experienced journalists, including:

• **Ebrahim Bahmani** (Editor-in-Chief)
• **Javad Beheshtian** (Reporter)
• **Maryam Bahmani** (Reporter)
• **Mahbubeh Bahmani** (Reporter)
• **Mousa Bahmani** (Reporter)
• **Majid Roshan** (Reporter)

More details about the editorial team and their credentials are available [here](https://jonoubostan.ir/license/).

Jonoubostan holds several certifications, demonstrating adherence to national regulations:

• **Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance License**: No. 93770^[3]

• **Inamad License**: No. 329050
• **Shamad Code**: 1-1-775
• **Satra License**: NEWS-1-1402-002

In January 2025, Jonoubostan was officially recognized as the top media outlet in Bushehr Province. This achievement was reported by **Asalouyeh Online**, highlighting Jonoubostan's adherence to journalistic standards and its impactful regional coverage.^[4]

Ebrahim Bahmani, Jonoubostan's founder, was awarded third place in the essay writing category at the second media event of Bushehr Province. The event, held in Jam County, focused on tourism and brought together media professionals and officials from across the region.^[5]

Jonoubostan's significant contributions to journalism in southern Iran have solidified its reputation as a trusted and innovative news source.

• Official website
• About Jonoubostan News Portal