Mir'ut'l-Akhbar was a Persian language journal founded and edited by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. It was first published on April 12, 1822, and is published on a weekly basis on Fridays. Mir'ut'l-Akhbar means "mirror of news. In 1823, Mohan Roy had to close the newspaper due to the degrading conditions set by the newly promulgated press ordinance. It curtailed the liberty and expression of the free press.

Mirat-ul-Akhbar, India's first Persian newspaper founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1822, had a significant design impact. It promoted reform, rationality, and modern thought, addressing social issues such as sati and child marriage. The newspaper's multidimensional approach and coverage of various topics reflected Roy's improved command of Persian and his commitment to truth and progress. Mirat-ul-Akhbar played a crucial role in spreading these ideas and shaping critical thinking in India.