Fact-Checking Policy – Bihartian.com
At Bihartian.com, our top priority is to deliver reliable and fact-based information. We uphold rigorous editorial standards to ensure accuracy, objectivity, and transparency in every piece of content we publish.
Commitment to Accuracy
We are dedicated to maintaining factual accuracy across all platforms. This commitment is essential to maintaining public trust. “Due accuracy” means that information must be verified to a level appropriate for the nature of the content, considering its subject, complexity, and available sources.
All our reports are carefully researched, evidence-based, and, whenever necessary, supported by multiple sources. We avoid speculation and clearly state when certain facts or details are uncertain or unknown.
Ethical Reporting Practices
Our team avoids plagiarism, manipulation of facts, or misrepresentation—whether in written form or visual content.
We emphasize independent verification, especially for claims made by individuals or institutions that may have a vested interest.
Any statement, allegation, or claim that cannot be independently verified is appropriately attributed to the source.
Corrections and Accountability
We stand behind the accuracy of our content. However, in the rare event that an error is identified, we take immediate steps to correct it.
We do not intentionally mislead readers or distort facts.
If significant inaccuracies are discovered, we update the story promptly with a correction note.
Factual errors are addressed with transparency to maintain public trust.
Readers can report inaccuracies using the “Suggest A Correction” feature provided at the end of each article.
Editorial Review and Verification Process
Fact-checking is a core responsibility of our journalists. Each article undergoes an internal review process, which may involve one or more editors depending on the story’s complexity, sensitivity, and urgency.
We follow a multi-layered editorial system to ensure all published content meets our standards for accuracy, clarity, and fairness.
Correction Protocol
While we strive for perfection, occasional mistakes are inevitable. When this happens, we are fully committed to rectifying them promptly and responsibly.
For Readers: How to Submit a Correction
If you notice an error, please contact our editorial head directly using the details below:
📧 Email: Bihartian@gmail.com
Subject: Correction Needed
Your correction request should include:
The issue or date where the error appeared
Where the content was seen (website, print, social media, etc.)
The correct information with sources (if possible)
Your name and contact details for follow-up
Please note: Only corrections submitted to the editor-in-chief will be officially reviewed and considered.
How Bihartian.com Handles Corrections
Upon receiving a correction request, the editor-in-chief will verify the claim using all available resources including reporter notes, recordings, and relevant documentation.
If an error is confirmed, corrections are made as follows:
Print Media: A correction will be published on page 2A in the next issue, referencing the original article and the corrected detail.
Website: The article will be updated, and an editor’s note will be added at the bottom, specifying the original error and the correction date.
Social Media: If the content was shared on platforms like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), WhatsApp, Telegram, etc., a new post will be made linking to the corrected article and stating the revision.
After the correction is issued, the reader who submitted the request will be informed of the actions taken.
At Bihartian.com, we value feedback from our readers and uphold the highest standards of journalism to ensure our content remains credible, balanced, and accurate.
