At IndiatimesNewz.com, we are committed to delivering accurate, trustworthy, and reliable information to our readers. Our editorial practices are guided by rigorous fact-checking, transparency, and journalistic integrity. Below is an overview of our fact-checking and correction policy:
Our Commitment to Accuracy
a) Accuracy First
We strive to ensure all content published on IndiatimesNewz.com is accurate, well-researched, and responsibly reported. Our editorial team approaches each story with a healthy dose of skepticism, challenges assumptions, and questions conventional narratives.
b) Due Accuracy
We aim for due accuracy—meaning accuracy appropriate to the content’s nature and subject. We are clear about any limitations that may affect the accuracy of our reporting and take into account the context and complexity of each topic.
c) Evidence-Based Reporting
Our reporting is grounded in reliable sources and available evidence. We aim to corroborate all significant claims and avoid speculation. If certain facts are not verified, we clearly attribute them to their sources.
d) No Plagiarism or Misrepresentation
We do not tolerate plagiarism. Our journalists are trained to ensure that facts are not distorted, and visuals are not manipulated or presented out of context.
e) Independent Verification
We verify claims, especially those made by public figures or individuals with potential biases or agendas. When claims or allegations cannot be independently verified, they are properly attributed and presented with appropriate context.
f) Corrections and Clarifications
If an error is identified in any of our stories, we correct it promptly and transparently. We do not knowingly mislead our readers or fabricate content. Serious factual errors are acknowledged and corrected swiftly.
g) Reader Feedback and Error Reporting
We encourage our readers to notify us of any potential inaccuracies through our “Suggest A Correction” feature, available at the end of every published story. We value and act on reader input.
Fact-Checking Workflow
- Editorial Oversight: Each story goes through a multi-level editorial review process. The level of seniority involved depends on the story’s complexity, sensitivity, and deadlines.
- Roles & Responsibilities: Our journalists are responsible for researching, reporting, and fact-checking every piece. Editors review the content thoroughly before it is published.
Corrections Policy
While we strive for editorial excellence, we recognize that errors may occasionally occur. When they do, IndiatimesNewz.com takes full responsibility and ensures transparency in correcting the information.
For Readers: Reporting Errors
If you notice an error, please contact our Editor-in-Chief:
- Name: Emilee Wentland
- Email: indiatimesnewz@gmail.com
- Subject: Correction Needed
Please include the following in your message:
- Description of the error
- Date or title of the article
- Where you saw it (web, social media, etc.)
- Your name and contact details
- The correct information, and source if applicable (e.g., meeting minutes or official documents)
Note: A submission guarantees the error will be reviewed, but does not automatically result in a correction.
For Our Editorial Team
Upon receiving a correction request:
- The Editor-in-Chief will investigate using available sources (recordings, reporter notes, official documents, etc.)
- If the error is confirmed, the following steps will be taken:
On the Website
- The article will be updated.
- An Editor’s Note will be added at the bottom of the article, detailing the correction and the date it was made.
In Print (if applicable)
- A correction will be published on page 2A of the next printed issue, clearly referencing the article and the original error.
On Social Media
- A follow-up post will be made on relevant platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter) linking to the corrected version and noting the correction.
The Editor-in-Chief will follow up with the individual who submitted the correction request, outlining the action taken.
Transparency and Accountability
We believe that correcting errors openly builds trust with our readers. IndiatimesNewz.com is committed to maintaining the highest editorial standards and welcomes feedback as a vital part of responsible journalism.
