eUttarakhand News (euttarakhandnews.com) is committed to publishing information that is accurate and verified to the best of our ability. This Fact-Checking Policy explains the standards and process we follow before and after publication.
1. Our Approach to Fact-Checking
Before publishing news content, we take reasonable steps to verify key facts — including names, dates, locations, figures, quotes, and claims — using credible and, wherever possible, multiple sources. The depth of verification depends on the nature of the story, with breaking news, sensitive topics, and claims about individuals or organizations receiving particular attention.
2. Sources We Rely On
We aim to base our reporting on credible sources, which may include:
- Official statements, government records, and public documents
- Named, identifiable individuals with direct knowledge of the matter
- Established news agencies and other reputable media
- Verifiable data, reports, and statistics from recognized organizations
Where a claim relies on a single source, or an anonymous source, we work to corroborate it wherever possible before publishing, and we are transparent with readers about the level of certainty where appropriate.
3. Verifying Press Releases and Third-Party Submissions
Press releases and content submitted by external individuals or organizations reflect the claims of the submitting party. While we may perform basic checks (such as confirming the organization exists or contacting the submitter for clarification), we do not guarantee the same level of independent verification for third-party submissions as we do for our own original reporting. Such content is clearly labeled, in line with our Editorial Policy.
4. Use of Images and Media
We take reasonable steps to verify that images, video, and other media accompanying our stories are genuine, correctly attributed, and relevant to the story, rather than reused out of context.
5. Right to Information (RTI) and Verified Records
Where relevant, our team draws on official records and, where applicable, the Right to Information (RTI) framework to verify facts and support accountability in our reporting. Our team includes Mr. Rajan Rana, who brings dedicated RTI expertise to support this process.
6. Use of AI and Automated Tools
Where AI-assisted or automated tools are used to help with research, drafting, or summarizing content, all such content is subject to human editorial review before publication. We do not treat AI-generated output as independently fact-checked and verify claims through the sourcing standards described above before publishing.
7. When We Can’t Fully Verify a Claim
If a claim is newsworthy but cannot be fully verified at the time of publishing, we aim to make that clear to readers — for example, by attributing the claim to its source, using appropriate qualifying language, or noting that verification is ongoing.
8. Post-Publication Fact-Checking
Fact-checking doesn’t stop at publication. If a reader, source, or subject of a story flags a potential inaccuracy, we review it and issue a correction where warranted, in line with our Corrections Policy.
9. Reporting a Factual Concern
If you believe something we’ve published contains a factual error, please contact us with:
- The URL of the article
- The specific claim you believe is inaccurate
- Supporting information or sources, where available
Send fact-checking concerns to euttarakhandnews@gmail.com.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Fact-Checking Policy from time to time to reflect evolving standards and practices. The updated version will be posted here with a revised “Last updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For questions about our fact-checking standards, please contact:
Mr. Rishab Gusain CEO & Managing Director, eUttarakhand News 📧 euttarakhandnews@gmail.com Country of operation: India