Fact-Checking Policy

This Fact-Checking Policy outlines the robust procedures and standards employed by Bharatvarsha Times to ensure the accuracy and reliability of all content published on our platform, https://bharatvarshatimes.com/. This policy is integral to our commitment to ethical journalism and accountability.

1. Our Commitment to Accuracy

Bharatvarsha Times is dedicated to publishing only verifiable information. We treat accuracy as the paramount standard and understand that our credibility hinges on the factual precision of every piece of content, including news articles, headlines, captions, and graphics.

2. Fact-Checking Standards and Procedures

All journalistic content undergoes a multi-layered verification process before publication:

Initial Verification by Writer: Every writer is primarily responsible for verifying all figures, quotes, data points, and claims made in their articles. This includes checking the dates, locations, identities of individuals, and definitions of terms.
Source Assessment:
- We prioritize primary sources (official documents, direct interviews, personal observation, official statements).
- When using secondary sources, we rely only on reputable news outlets, academic papers, and established institutions.
- “Anonymous Sources” are used only as a last resort when necessary for the public good and after senior editors have verified the source’s identity and credibility.
Editorial Review: After the initial draft, the article is reviewed by at least one editor. The editor’s review focuses specifically on:
- Challenging assumptions and seeking counter-evidence.
- Cross-referencing key claims against multiple independent sources.
- Checking all direct quotes for accuracy and proper context.
Data and Statistical Verification: Any complex data, statistics, or scientific claims must cite the original source (e.g., government reports, scientific journals) and be presented without misleading visual representations.

3. Corrections and Accountability

We are fully committed to accountability and transparency when errors occur:

Immediate Correction: If an error of fact is brought to our attention and verified, we will correct the published content immediately.
Correction Notice: When a significant factual error is corrected, a clear, dated Correction Notice or Editor’s Note will be placed prominently within the article (usually at the top or bottom) detailing the error and the change made.
Handling Misinformation: If we discover we have published content that qualifies as misinformation or disinformation, we will immediately correct the record, explain how the error occurred, and review our internal processes to prevent recurrence.

4. How to Report a Factual Error

We actively encourage our readers to assist in maintaining our accuracy.

To report a potential factual error in any content published by Bharatvarsha Times, please contact our editorial desk directly, providing the article link and a description of the alleged error: