Fact-Checking Policy
Last Updated: 30-06-2025
At Basti Khabar, our mission is to deliver accurate, reliable, and balanced news and information to our readers. We recognize that trust is the foundation of journalism, and we are committed to maintaining it through a rigorous fact-checking process.
1. Our Commitment to Accuracy
We strive to ensure that all our news stories, features, and opinion pieces are based on verified facts and credible sources. Accuracy is a core principle of our editorial standards.
2. Sources and Verification
- We rely on multiple, credible sources for our news reporting.
- When possible, we seek primary sources, official records, or direct interviews.
- For contentious claims or breaking news, we cross-check with independent, reputable sources.
- We attribute information clearly, citing sources when relevant.
3. Fact-Checking Process
- All content is reviewed by editors before publication to check for factual accuracy, context, and balance.- Reporters are expected to double-check names, dates, figures, and quotes.
- Editors may request additional verification or clarification before approving a story.
- We aim to avoid misleading headlines or content that can distort facts.
4. Handling Errors and Corrections
- Despite our best efforts, mistakes can happen.- We are committed to correcting errors transparently and promptly.
- When a significant factual error is identified, we will update the article with a clear correction note indicating the change.
- Minor errors (e.g., spelling mistakes) may be corrected without formal notice.
5. User Contributions and Tips
- We welcome news tips, feedback, and user-generated content, but these are subject to verification before publication.
- We do not publish unverified rumors or claims.
- We encourage readers to share any corrections or evidence of errors by contacting us directly.
6. Opinion and Analysis
- Opinion pieces and analysis articles are clearly labeled as such.- While these may reflect the author's viewpoints, factual assertions within them are expected to meet our verification standards.
- Opinions are not presented as news reporting.
7. Independence and Transparency
- Basti Khabar maintains editorial independence from advertisers, sponsors, or political interests.- We clearly label sponsored content or advertorials to distinguish them from editorial content.
- We are transparent about conflicts of interest and avoid assignments where impartiality could be compromised.
8. Training and Standards
- Our editorial team is trained in ethical journalism practices, source evaluation, and fact-checking techniques.
- We continuously review and update our processes to meet evolving standards and reader expectations.9. Contact Us
We value feedback from our readers. If you believe you have found an error in our reporting, or have questions about our fact-checking process, please reach out:
📧 Email: bastikhabar@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91 9451099214
🌐 Website: https://www.bastikhabar.in
