Iran is going through serious social and economic pressure these days. Protests are being seen against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in many cities of the country. People’s anger is not limited to politics only, but inflation, unemployment and rising prices of daily needs are also major reasons for it. Security has been tightened in many areas including the capital Tehran and efforts are on to keep the situation under control. There have also been reports of temporary restrictions on internet and communication services, which has further increased the problems of the common people. Let us know whether Iran’s currency is weaker than the rupee?

What is the real problem with the Iranian Rial?

Iran’s currency Rial has been under pressure for the last several years. The biggest reason for this is considered to be international sanctions. After America’s withdrawal from the nuclear deal in 2018, strict economic sanctions were imposed on Iran. This affected oil exports, reduced inflow of foreign currency and made banking transactions difficult. The result was that the dollar shortage increased and the Rial continued to weaken.

What is the current value of Riyal?

The position of Riyal in the open market remains different from the government rates. According to recent open market rates, around January 2026, 1 Indian Rupee was estimated to be equal to 16,700 Iranian Rials. This figure shows how fast the rial has lost its value. However, for the common man this only means that prices have increased and there is no significant value left in savings.

Purchasing power of 1 rupee vs Iran

If we compare, the picture becomes clearer. In India, even if limited to Rs 100, some needs are fulfilled. Whereas in Iran, small daily expenses can be easily covered with the same 100 rupees, which is equivalent to about 16.7 lakh riyals. This difference shows how much the value of the riyal has fallen, although it does not mean that life there has become cheaper. In fact, inflation is so high that even with more riyals, people’s problems do not reduce.

Why is the economy not able to recover?

Experts believe that Iran’s economic troubles are not just of recent years. Decades of mismanagement, government control, allegations of corruption and lack of foreign investment have worsened the situation. When investor confidence weakens, the currency is directly affected. Along with this, political uncertainty and regional tensions also increase pressure on the Rial.

What is the difference between the currencies of India and Iran?

While Iran’s currency is deeply affected by sanctions and inflation, the Indian rupee has remained relatively stable despite all the global challenges. India’s diverse economy, domestic market and confidence in foreign investment support the rupee. This is the reason why today the Indian Rupee appears much stronger than the Iranian Rial.

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US President Donald Trump on Thursday (January 8) gave a stern warning to the Iranian regime, saying that if the authorities show too much strictness on the protests, do things like killing protesters, then America will take strict action.

Trump said in an interview with radio host Hugh Hewitt, ‘I have told them that if they start killing people, as they do during their riots, they are going to have a lot of riots. If they do this, we will punish them severely.

They will have to face dire consequences – Trump
This warning from the US President comes amid increasing unrest in Iran, where demonstrations are taking place in many cities due to the worsening economic crisis. Human rights activists say at least 45 people have been killed in clashes related to the protests, raising international concerns over Tehran’s handling of the unrest. When Hewitt said that dozens of people were killed during protests in Iran. On this Trump said that some deaths were due to stampede. I’m not sure I can hold anyone responsible for this, but they have been told very sternly that if they do so they will have to face dire consequences.

Trump called Iran a great country
When Trump was asked what his message was to Iran’s anti-government protesters, Trump said that you (Iranian people) should have a strong belief in freedom. You are brave people. What has happened to your country is shameful. Your country was a great country.

What did Trump say about meeting Pahlavi?
Trump also said that at present he has no intention of meeting Reza Pahlavi. He said, ‘I have seen him and he seems like a nice person, but I don’t think it would be appropriate to meet him right now.’ Trump further said, ‘I think we should give everyone a chance and see who comes forward.’

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After the fierce war between Iran and Israel for 12 days last month, Iran has now repaired its air defense system. On Sunday (July 20, 2025), the Army Chief General of Iran gave this information.

The war between Iran and Israel began in June, when Israel started bombing against Iran, in response to which Iran carried out a drone and missile attack. Iran’s air security base was completely destroyed by Israeli attacks.

Army operator gave information

Official news agency Irna quoted Army Operations Chief Mahmood Mausvi as saying, “Iran air defense system was completely damaged in the war with Israel, which has been rectified again.” He said that the damaged defense systems have now been replaced.

He said that it is not worth hiding the correct of the air defense system, but our colleagues have converted them into predetermined systems using domestic resources, which were placed in appropriate places.

American President also supported Israel

On 22 June, Israel’s associate US also carried out continuous attacks on the nuclear bases of Iran’s Fordo, Isfahan and Natanj. Although how many hideouts of Iran were destroyed by this attack, there is no official information yet. US President Donald Trump claimed that all the locations he targeted, all were destroyed.

According to officials of the two countries, more than 1,000 people were killed in Iran in the war with Israel, while at least 28 people have been killed in Iranian shelling. Israel’s attacks targeted military infrastructure and nuclear bases across Iran.

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