At DeshKeKhabar.com, our commitment is to provide accurate, reliable, and impartial news. This policy outlines our approach to fact-checking and ensures that our reporting meets the highest journalistic standards.
1. Purpose and Principles
We aim to foster trust and credibility with our readers by:
- Ensuring the accuracy of all published content.
- Correcting inaccuracies transparently and promptly.
- Presenting verified facts from credible sources.
2. Fact-Checking Process
Our editorial team follows a rigorous fact-checking protocol, which includes:
- Source Verification:
- Cross-checking information with primary and authoritative sources (e.g., government records, research reports, and official statements).
- Prioritizing credible institutions, subject-matter experts, and firsthand witnesses.
- Multiple Source Rule:
- All claims must be verified through at least two independent and reliable sources.
- Consulting Experts:
- For technical or specialized topics, we consult subject-matter experts for clarity and accuracy.
- Digital Evidence Validation:
- Verifying digital content (e.g., images, videos, and social media posts) through tools like reverse image search and metadata analysis to detect manipulation or misrepresentation.
- Contextualizing Facts:
- Providing necessary context to prevent misinterpretation of facts and figures.
3. User-Generated Content
For reader-submitted content, we:
- Conduct thorough checks before publishing.
- Clearly label unverified content as “under review” or “opinion” where applicable.
4. Responding to Fact-Checking Requests
We encourage readers to flag potential inaccuracies in our reporting. Fact-checking requests can be submitted via our website’s “Contact Us” page or email. Our team investigates and responds within 72 hours.
5. Handling Errors and Corrections
In case of inaccuracies:
- Corrections are made immediately upon discovery.
- A correction note is appended to the original article, specifying the nature of the error and the rectification.
- Major factual corrections are announced on relevant platforms for transparency.
6. Collaborations with Fact-Checking Organizations
We actively collaborate with recognized fact-checking organizations to enhance our accuracy, particularly during critical events such as elections, disasters, or crises.
7. Ethical and Impartial Standards
- We avoid bias and ensure our fact-checking process is neutral.
- The editorial team operates independently of advertisers, political affiliations, or external pressures.
8. Training and Accountability
All journalists and contributors at DeshKeKhabar.com undergo regular fact-checking and media ethics training to stay updated with best practices.
9. Transparency with Readers
We disclose our sources whenever possible to allow readers to independently verify information. Proprietary or confidential sources are used sparingly and only when necessary.
By adhering to this policy, DeshKeKhabar.com reinforces its role as a trusted source of news and information.