Editorial Policy – India First Reports
At India First Reports (accessible at indiafirstreports.com), we are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity, accuracy, and fairness. This Editorial Policy outlines our approach to news gathering, content creation, and publishing.
1. Our Mission
We believe journalism must serve the public interest, hold those in power accountable, and give a platform to voices often overlooked. Our mission is to deliver fearless, factual, and citizen-driven storytelling from across India — from the heart of Delhi to rural and remote areas.
2. Editorial Independence
India First Reports operates free from political affiliation, corporate ownership, or advertiser influence in editorial decision-making.
Our editorial team retains full control over story selection, angles, and publication timelines.
Sponsors or advertisers have no influence on our news coverage or opinions.
3. Accuracy & Verification
All information is verified from credible sources before publication.
We cross-check facts using on-the-record sources, official documents, and reliable third-party data.
When we make a factual error, we issue timely and visible corrections in the same format as the original story.
4. Fairness & Balance
We strive to present all relevant sides of a story, especially in matters of public interest or controversy.
Where allegations are made, we seek responses from the concerned individuals or organisations before publication, whenever feasible.
In sensitive cases, we ensure language does not incite violence, hatred, or discrimination.
5. Use of Anonymous Sources
We avoid anonymous sources unless there is a compelling public interest and the source may face risk if identified.
Identities are protected in line with journalistic ethics and legal requirements.
6. Graphic Content & Sensitive Reporting
We do not publish images or videos that are gratuitously violent or invasive.
Graphic material is used only when necessary to tell a story of significant public interest, and with appropriate viewer warnings.
7. Conflict of Interest
Our journalists must disclose any personal, political, or financial interests related to their reporting.
We prohibit accepting gifts, favours, or paid trips that could compromise editorial neutrality.
8. Sponsored & Opinion Content
Sponsored content, if any, will be clearly labelled as such.
Opinion pieces are clearly marked and reflect the author’s views, not necessarily those of India First Reports.
9. Community Guidelines
We do not allow user comments on indiafirstreports.com, but on our social media platforms we moderate content to remove hate speech, threats, or misinformation.
10. Complaints & Corrections
Readers may request corrections by contacting us at [Insert Email Address].
Complaints are reviewed in line with Press Council of India norms.
Verified corrections are made promptly and transparently.
11. Legal Compliance
Our editorial practices comply with the Information Technology Act 2000, Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, and other applicable Indian laws.
We abide by the Norms of Journalistic Conduct issued by the Press Council of India.
Contact:
India First Reports Editorial Desk
Email: waqar@indiafirstreports.com
Website: https://indiafirstreports.com