Editorial Policy
Last Updated: 30-06-2025
At Basti Khabar (https://www.bastikhabar.in), we are committed to delivering accurate, balanced, and independent journalism that serves the public interest. Our Editorial Policy outlines the principles and standards that guide our reporting and content creation.
1. Our Mission
Basti Khabar’s mission is to inform, engage, and empower our readers with reliable news and information about Basti district, the region, and broader topics relevant to our audience. We aim to be a trusted source of local journalism.
2. Editorial Independence
We maintain complete editorial independence from advertisers, sponsors, political parties, or special interests. Decisions about what we cover and how we cover it are made solely by our editorial team based on news value, public interest, and relevance.
3. Accuracy and Verification
- We strive for accuracy in all our reporting.- Our journalists are expected to verify facts before publication.
- Information is sourced from credible and reliable outlets, official records, expert interviews, and eyewitness accounts whenever possible.
- Errors are corrected transparently and promptly.
4. Fairness and Balance
- We aim to provide balanced coverage that reflects multiple perspectives, especially on contentious or complex issues.- We avoid sensationalism, misleading headlines, and biased language.
- We give subjects of criticism an opportunity to respond when feasible.
5. Transparency and Accountability
- We clearly distinguish news reporting from opinion and analysis.- Opinion pieces are labeled and represent the author’s views, not necessarily those of Basti Khabar.
- Sponsored content and advertisements are clearly marked to avoid confusion with editorial content.
- We welcome feedback and correction requests from readers.
6. Ethical Reporting
- We respect privacy and dignity while covering sensitive issues, including crime, tragedy, and vulnerable communities.- We avoid unnecessary harm or intrusion.
- We do not plagiarize. All sources are properly attributed.
7. Editorial Review Process
- Articles go through editorial review before publication to check for accuracy, clarity, fairness, and compliance with our standards.
- Editors may request additional verification, context, or changes before approval.
8. Conflicts of Interest
- Our journalists and editors are expected to avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise impartiality.
- Any potential conflicts are disclosed and managed to maintain reader trust.
9. User-Generated Content and Comments
- We may host user comments and contributions.- While we encourage free expression, we reserve the right to moderate or remove content that is abusive, defamatory, or violates our guidelines.
- User-generated content does not necessarily reflect our views.
10. Continuous Improvement
We regularly review our editorial standards and practices to adapt to evolving journalistic norms, reader expectations, and community needs. We are committed to learning and improving to better serve our audience.
11. Contact Us
We value transparency and reader engagement. For questions about our Editorial Policy or to share feedback:
📧 Email: bastikhabar@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91 9451099214
🌐 Website: https://www.bastikhabar.in
