Fact Checking Policy

At News Dhamaka, we are committed to delivering accurate, fair, and reliable news to our readers. Our Fact-Checking Policy ensures that all content published on our platform undergoes rigorous verification to maintain credibility and combat misinformation.

Purpose of Fact-Checking

  • To verify claims, statements, and data before publication.

  • To debunk false or misleading information circulating online.

  • To uphold journalistic integrity and public trust.

Fact-Checking Process

A. Selection of Claims

  • We prioritize fact-checking viral news, political statements, social media rumors, and public interest stories.

  • Claims are selected based on reach, potential harm, and relevance.

B. Research & Verification

  • Cross-checking with primary sources (official documents, reports, expert statements).

  • Consulting multiple credible sources (government data, reputed news agencies, subject experts).

  • Using fact-checking tools (Google Reverse Image Search, InVID, etc.) for visual content.

C. Rating System

Each claim is rated based on evidence:

  • ✅ True – Supported by credible evidence.

  • ⚠️ Partly True/Misleading – Contains some truth but lacks context.

  • ❌ False – Proven incorrect by verified sources.

  • 🔎 Unverified – Insufficient evidence to confirm or deny.

D. Transparency in Reporting

  • Sources are clearly cited in every fact-check.

  • Corrections are promptly issued if errors are found post-publication.

Accountability & Corrections

  • If a mistake is identified, we update the article with a correction notice.

  • Readers can report suspicious claims via editor@newsdhamakalive.com.

Non-Partisanship

  • Fact-checks are evidence-based, not influenced by political or commercial interests.

  • No affiliation with any party, organization, or ideology.

Training & Compliance

  • Our team undergoes regular fact-checking training (IFCN, Poynter standards).

  • Compliance with Google’s Fact-Checking Guidelines for transparency.

Contact for Feedback

For queries or suggestions on our fact-checking process, email:
editor@newsdhamakalive.com

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