Effective Date: July 31, 2026
At Dainik News Times, our mission is to provide timely, factual, balanced, and trustworthy journalism to our readers. As an independent Hindi digital news platform, we are committed to reporting news with integrity, transparency, and accountability while serving the public interest.
This Editorial Policy outlines the principles, standards, and practices that guide our newsroom. It applies to all editors, reporters, contributors, photographers, freelance writers, and anyone involved in the creation or publication of content on https://dainiknewstimes.com/.
1. Our Editorial Mission
Dainik News Times aims to deliver reliable and meaningful news that helps readers stay informed about developments in Punjab, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, and across India. Our coverage includes:
- Punjab News
- Jalandhar News
- Chandigarh News
- National News
- Politics
- Crime
- Government Schemes
- Employment & Recruitment
- Education
- Business
- Technology
- Sports
- Entertainment
- Public Interest Stories
Our editorial objective is to publish content that is accurate, relevant, unbiased, and beneficial to society.
2. Editorial Independence
Editorial independence is one of our core values.
Our editorial decisions are made without improper influence from:
- Political parties
- Government agencies
- Advertisers
- Sponsors
- Business organizations
- Religious groups
- Individuals with vested interests
Advertising partnerships or commercial relationships never determine our editorial coverage. Sponsored content, where published, will be clearly identified to distinguish it from independent editorial material.
3. Accuracy and Verification
Accuracy is the foundation of our journalism.
Before publication, our editorial team makes reasonable efforts to verify information through reliable and credible sources. Depending on the nature of the story, verification may include:
- Official government notifications
- Court records
- Police statements
- Press releases
- Public documents
- Interviews
- On-ground reporting
- Multiple independent sources
When facts cannot be fully verified before publication, we clearly indicate this within the story whenever appropriate.
Breaking news is published promptly but may be updated as additional verified information becomes available.
4. Fairness and Balance
We strive to present news fairly and responsibly.
Whenever practical, we seek relevant perspectives from affected individuals or organizations before publishing stories involving allegations, disputes, or criticism.
We avoid presenting speculation as established fact and make a clear distinction between verified information and unconfirmed reports.
Opinion articles, editorials, and guest columns are clearly identified and do not necessarily represent the views of Dainik News Times.
5. Transparency
We believe readers deserve transparency regarding our reporting process.
Where appropriate, we identify the sources of information used in our stories. However, we also recognize that confidential sources may be necessary when reporting matters of significant public interest.
The identity of confidential sources is protected unless disclosure is legally required or consent has been provided.
6. Corrections and Updates
Despite our best efforts, errors may occasionally occur.
If factual inaccuracies are identified, we are committed to correcting them as quickly as reasonably possible.
Corrections may include:
- Updating factual information
- Clarifying misleading wording
- Correcting names, dates, figures, or locations
- Adding missing context
- Publishing editor’s notes where appropriate
We encourage readers to report possible errors using our contact details.
7. Responsible Journalism
Our newsroom follows responsible journalistic practices.
We avoid publishing content that may:
- Spread misinformation
- Encourage violence
- Promote hatred or discrimination
- Incite unlawful activity
- Mislead readers through sensationalism
- Create unnecessary panic
Headlines are written to accurately represent the content of each article and are not intended to deliberately mislead readers for the purpose of generating clicks.
8. Sources of Information
Our journalists may rely upon:
- Government departments
- Public records
- Official press releases
- Courts
- Police authorities
- Educational institutions
- Election authorities
- Public agencies
- Industry experts
- Eyewitness accounts
- Accredited news agencies
Information received from anonymous or unofficial sources is subjected to additional editorial scrutiny before publication.
9. Use of Images and Multimedia
Images, graphics, videos, and multimedia are selected responsibly.
We avoid publishing graphic or disturbing visual content unless there is a clear public-interest justification.
Where practical, images are verified before publication to reduce the risk of misleading readers.
Representative images are clearly distinguished from actual event photographs where necessary.
10. User-Generated Content
Readers may submit:
- News tips
- Photographs
- Videos
- Feedback
- Comments
- Press releases
Submission of content does not guarantee publication.
All user-generated material may be reviewed for:
- Accuracy
- Relevance
- Authenticity
- Legal compliance
- Editorial standards
We reserve the right to edit, refuse, or remove submitted content.
11. Political Coverage
Political reporting is conducted fairly and impartially.
Coverage is based on public interest, news value, and factual developments rather than political affiliation.
During elections or politically sensitive periods, we strive to provide balanced reporting while complying with applicable laws and regulations.
12. Crime Reporting
Crime reporting is handled responsibly.
We avoid:
- Declaring individuals guilty before judicial determination
- Publishing unnecessary personal information
- Sensationalizing criminal incidents
- Revealing the identity of minors or protected victims where prohibited by law
Our reporting respects legal processes and the presumption of innocence.
13. Artificial Intelligence and Editorial Oversight
Dainik News Times may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with tasks such as language improvement, formatting, research support, translations, or content organization.
However, AI-generated material is reviewed by human editors before publication. Editorial decisions, verification, headlines, and final publication remain under human supervision.
We do not knowingly publish unverified AI-generated information as factual news.
14. Conflict of Interest
Editors, reporters, and contributors are expected to avoid conflicts of interest that may compromise editorial integrity.
Where a potential conflict exists, appropriate disclosure or reassignment may be considered.
Editorial decisions are based on journalistic merit rather than personal, political, or financial interests.
15. Reader Feedback
We value feedback from our readers.
Suggestions, corrections, and constructive criticism help improve our journalism.
Readers may contact us regarding:
- Corrections
- Clarifications
- Editorial concerns
- Story suggestions
- News tips
- Complaints
All legitimate communications are reviewed by our editorial team.
16. Changes to This Editorial Policy
This Editorial Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in editorial practices, legal requirements, technological developments, or newsroom standards.
The latest version will always be available on our website.
17. Contact Us
For editorial enquiries, corrections, feedback, or news tips, please contact:
Dainik News Times
Website: https://dainiknewstimes.com/
Email: dainiknewstimes@gmail.com
Editorial Contact: Bhaskar
Phone: 98766-82999
Dainik News Times remains committed to independent journalism, factual reporting, ethical newsroom practices, and serving readers with reliable information. We believe that responsible journalism strengthens public trust and contributes to an informed society.