Β Editorial Policy & Code of Ethics

 

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At Digital India News Channel, our mission is to deliver accurate, impartial, and timely news that empowers citizens, strengthens democracy, and upholds the public interest. Our editorial policy and code of ethics guide every aspect of our journalism, ensuring that our content is trustworthy, transparent, and responsible.


1. Editorial Independence

We maintain complete editorial independence from political, commercial, or personal influences.

  • No external party, including advertisers or sponsors, dictates our editorial decisions.
  • All editorial content is based on journalistic merit and public interest.

2. Accuracy and Verification

We strive to publish information that is:

  • Factually accurate
  • Well-researched
  • Clearly sourced

Our journalists verify information from multiple credible sources before publication. In case of errors, we promptly correct them and issue clear updates.


3. Fairness and Impartiality

We aim to present news in a fair, balanced, and impartial manner.

  • Multiple perspectives are represented, especially in contentious or political issues.
  • We avoid sensationalism and strive to explain complex topics with clarity and nuance.

4. Transparency and Accountability

  • Our bylines include the names of journalists and editors wherever applicable.
  • Conflicts of interest, if any, are fully disclosed.
  • We are accountable to our readers and welcome feedback, criticism, and correction requests via our Contact Page.

5. Corrections Policy

We believe in acknowledging and correcting mistakes promptly.

  • Corrections are clearly marked and dated on the original article.
  • In case of significant errors, we publish correction notices or editor’s notes explaining the issue.

6. Respect for Privacy and Dignity

We respect the privacy of individuals and exercise caution when reporting on:

  • Victims of crime or tragedy
  • Children and minors
  • Sensitive personal information

We only publish such details when there is clear and overriding public interest.


7. Avoidance of Hate Speech and Discrimination

We strictly avoid content that:

  • Promotes hate speech
  • Incites violence or discrimination
  • Targets individuals or communities based on religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, race, or ethnicity

We uphold the dignity and rights of all individuals in our reporting.


8. Opinion vs. News

  • News articles are factual, unbiased, and based on verifiable evidence.
  • Opinion pieces reflect the views of the author and are clearly labeled as such.
    We ensure that opinions do not distort facts or mislead readers.

9. Use of AI and Automation

Where AI tools or automation are used in content creation or moderation, we disclose it transparently and maintain human oversight to ensure editorial quality and ethical compliance.


10. User-Generated Content

When publishing user comments, blogs, or submissions:

  • We moderate content to prevent abuse, misinformation, and hate speech.
  • Offensive or misleading content may be removed at our discretion.

Contact & Feedback

We welcome your questions, concerns, and suggestions related to our editorial practices.

πŸ“©Β Email:Β editorial@digitalindianewschannel.com
πŸ“žΒ Phone:Β [+91-7019752180]
πŸ“Β Address:Β Manjula Media House, 9, Mahalakshmi Enclave Manganahalli, Bangalore 560060


Final Note

At Digital India News Channel, we believe that journalism is a public trust. Upholding this code of ethics is not just our dutyβ€”it is the foundation of our credibility and our commitment to every reader we serve.