Editorial Policy

Our Editorial Mission

Dainik Bharat Times is a Hindi digital news and information platform committed to delivering accurate, fair, and reliable content to its readers. Our editorial mission is to serve the public interest by publishing fact-based, unbiased, and responsible journalism that helps readers make informed decisions.

We believe that journalism is not merely about sharing information, but about building trust, promoting awareness, and strengthening democratic values. Every article published on Dainik Bharat Times is created with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and reader benefit. Transparency and accountability remain at the core of our editorial philosophy.

Editorial Independence

Dainik Bharat Times follows complete editorial independence.

Our editorial decisions are made solely by the editorial team and are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, political parties, government bodies, or any external organizations. Advertising partnerships or commercial relationships do not impact our news coverage, headlines, opinions, or editorial priorities.

We maintain a clear separation between editorial content and advertisements to ensure credibility and reader trust. Editorial judgment is always guided by news value, relevance, and public interest.

Content Creation & Editorial Standards

All content published on Dainik Bharat Times adheres to strict editorial standards:

• Content is original, informative, and created specifically for our audience.
• We avoid publishing misleading, false, defamatory, hateful, violent, adult, or illegal material.
• Sensationalism, exaggerated claims, and clickbait headlines are strictly avoided.
• Articles are written in a clear and understandable language suitable for a general Hindi-speaking audience.
• All content complies with applicable Indian laws, digital media guidelines, and Google AdSense program policies.

Accuracy & Verification

Accuracy is a fundamental principle of our editorial process.

Before publication, articles are reviewed to ensure factual correctness. We rely on credible sources, official statements, research data, and verified information wherever applicable. Topics related to health, technology, finance, automobiles, education, and public safety are handled with additional care to prevent misinformation.

We make every reasonable effort to present information that is up to date, balanced, and contextually accurate.

Fact-Checking Process

Dainik Bharat Times follows a structured fact-checking approach:

• Editorial review is conducted before content is published.
• Sensitive, breaking, or impactful news is verified through multiple reliable sources whenever possible.
• Rumors, unverified claims, and misleading information are not published.
• Opinion-based assumptions are clearly distinguished from factual reporting.

This process helps us maintain credibility and uphold reader trust.

Corrections & Updates Policy

Despite careful editorial review, errors may occasionally occur. We believe in correcting mistakes transparently and responsibly.

• If factual errors are identified, corrections are made promptly.
• Significant updates or corrections are clearly mentioned within the article.
• Readers are encouraged to report inaccuracies or suggest corrections through our contact page.

Our goal is to ensure that published content remains accurate and reliable at all times.

Sources & Attribution

Dainik Bharat Times respects intellectual property rights and journalistic ethics.

• Information obtained from external reports, studies, government releases, or news agencies is properly attributed.
• Copyrighted material is not used without permission or lawful justification.
• Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited.

Wherever required, source references are mentioned to maintain transparency and credibility.

Opinion and News Distinction

We clearly differentiate between news reporting and opinion content.

• News articles are factual, neutral, and presented without bias.
• Opinion, analysis, or commentary articles are clearly labeled as such.
• Opinions expressed in such articles belong solely to the author and do not represent factual reporting or the official stance of Dainik Bharat Times.

User-Generated Content and Comments

Where reader comments are enabled:

• Comments are moderated to maintain a respectful and informative environment.
• Offensive, abusive, misleading, or spam content may be removed.
• We reserve the right to disable comments if they violate community standards.

Dainik Bharat Times does not take responsibility for the opinions expressed by users in comment sections.

Advertising and Sponsored Content

Dainik Bharat Times follows transparent advertising practices in line with Google AdSense guidelines.

• Advertisements are clearly distinguishable from editorial content.
• Sponsored or promotional content, if published, is clearly disclosed.
• Advertisers do not influence editorial decisions, content selection, or presentation.

Our readers’ trust is always prioritized over commercial interests.

Legal and Policy Compliance

We comply with:

• Applicable Indian laws and digital publishing regulations.
• Google AdSense program policies and content guidelines.
• Ethical journalism standards and accepted industry best practices.

Content that violates legal or policy requirements is not published.

Editorial Responsibility

Editorial responsibility lies with the editorial and publishing team of Dainik Bharat Times.

• Editorial oversight is maintained by the Editor and editorial team.
• Readers may contact us for editorial concerns, feedback, or corrections through the official contact page.

Commitment to Readers

Dainik Bharat Times is committed to:

• Upholding transparency and accountability
• Maintaining reader trust and credibility
• Continuously improving content quality

This Editorial Policy reflects our dedication to responsible digital journalism and may be updated periodically to align with evolving standards, regulations, and reader expectations.