Effective Date: 25/02/2025

At The Ranchi News, we are committed to delivering accurate, credible, and unbiased news to our readers. Fact-checking is an essential part of our editorial process, ensuring that every story published on our platform is based on verified information. Our fact-checking policy outlines the methods we use to maintain journalistic integrity and prevent the spread of misinformation.

1. Commitment to Accuracy

We prioritize factual accuracy in every piece of content we publish. Our team follows a rigorous verification process to confirm the credibility of information before it reaches our audience.

2. Sources and Verification

  • We rely on official sources, credible news agencies, government reports, academic research, and direct interviews for our news coverage.
  • Any claims made in our articles are cross-verified with at least two independent sources before publication.
  • We do not publish rumors, unverified claims, or misleading information without clear attribution.

3. Fact-Checking Process

  • Pre-Publication Review: Every news report undergoes multiple layers of verification, including source validation, expert analysis, and editorial review.
  • Use of Reliable Fact-Checking Tools: Our team uses fact-checking tools and publicly available databases to verify the authenticity of claims.
  • Corrections and Updates: If an error is identified after publication, we promptly correct it and update the article with a note acknowledging the change.

4. Handling Misinformation & Fake News

  • Any information suspected of being false, misleading, or manipulated is thoroughly investigated before being reported.
  • We do not publish content that promotes hoaxes, propaganda, or disinformation.
  • If misinformation is detected in our content, we take immediate corrective action, including removing or updating the content with verified facts.

5. Editorial Independence and Transparency

  • Our editorial team operates independently and is not influenced by advertisers, political groups, or external entities.
  • We disclose any conflicts of interest that may arise in reporting.
  • Sponsored content or opinion pieces are clearly labeled to distinguish them from factual reporting.

6. Reader Engagement & Reporting False Information

We encourage our readers to actively participate in maintaining accuracy by:

  • Reporting any misleading or false information they come across on our platform.
  • Providing evidence or sources if they challenge the accuracy of a published story.

To report an error or request a correction, please contact us at:

📧 Email: theranchinewss@gmail.com
📍 Address: Ranchi,Jharkhand

7. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this fact-checking policy from time to time to improve our standards and adapt to new challenges in digital journalism. Any updates will be posted on this page.

At The Ranchi News, our mission is to ensure that truth and transparency remain at the core of our journalism.