Fact Checking Policy

Our Commitment to Accuracy

At Digital Bharat News, we are committed to providing accurate, verified, and trustworthy news to our readers. Fact checking is a core part of our journalistic process.

Our Fact Checking Process

Step 1: Source Verification

Before publishing any news story, our team:

  • Verifies the primary source of information
  • Checks official statements and press releases
  • References government portals and authoritative sources
  • Cross-references with other reliable news agencies

Step 2: Multiple Sources

We believe in the principle of multiple-source verification:

  • At least two independent sources for breaking news
  • Official documentation for claims and statistics
  • Expert opinions for technical or specialized topics

Step 3: Editorial Review

All content goes through:

  • fact check by the writer
  • Editorial review by senior journalists
  • Final approval before publication

Step 4: Corrections Policy

If an error is found:

  • We correct the article immediately
  • A correction note is added at the top of the article
  • The date and time of correction is noted
  • Original incorrect information is not deleted but marked as corrected

Types of Content We Fact Check

  • Political Claims: Statements made by politicians and parties
  • Statistical Data: Numbers, percentages, and statistics
  • Health Information: Medical and health-related claims
  • Scientific Claims: Scientific studies and discoveries
  • Viral News: Stories that are viral on social media

Tools We Use

  • Government official databases
  • Press Information Bureau (PIB) verification
  • Fact check portals like Alt News, BOOM
  • Academic and research publications
  • Direct interviews with sources

Reporting Errors

If you find any inaccuracies in our content, please report it to us:

Email: newsdigitalbharat@gmail.com

Please include:

  • Link to the article
  • The specific claim you believe is incorrect
  • Your source for the correct information

Our Standards

  • Independence: Fact checks are based on evidence, not opinions
  • Transparency: We cite our sources
  • Impartiality: Same standards for all parties
  • Accountability: We own our mistakes and correct them

Contact Us

For fact checking inquiries or to report potential misinformation:

Email: newsdigitalbharat@gmail.com

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