Effective Date: 05-05-2026
At Onkar Samchar, accuracy, transparency, and credibility are fundamental to our journalism. We are committed to publishing factual, verified, and reliable information. This Fact Check Policy explains the standards and procedures we follow to verify information before and after publication.
1. Our Commitment
Our goal is to provide readers with accurate and trustworthy news. Every reasonable effort is made to verify facts before publishing any article. We understand that public trust depends on accuracy, fairness, and accountability.
2. Verification Process
Before publishing news or information, our editorial team seeks to verify facts through one or more of the following sources:
- Official government websites and notifications
- Press releases from recognized organizations
- Court orders and public records
- Statements from authorized officials
- Reputed national and international news agencies
- Interviews with relevant individuals
- On-ground reporting where applicable
- Credible research reports and publicly available documents
Whenever possible, we cross-check information using multiple reliable sources before publication.
3. Handling Breaking News
Breaking news often develops rapidly. In such cases:
- We publish only information that has been reasonably verified at the time of publication.
- Developing stories are clearly updated as new facts become available.
- Unverified claims are not presented as confirmed facts.
4. Use of Anonymous Sources
Anonymous sources are used only when:
- The information is in the public interest.
- The identity of the source requires protection.
- The editorial team has independently assessed the credibility of the information.
Editorial approval is required before publishing information based on anonymous sources.
5. Images and Videos
Before publishing photographs or videos, we make reasonable efforts to verify:
- The authenticity of the media.
- The source of the content.
- The date and location, where possible.
- Whether the content has been edited or manipulated.
Misleading or altered visuals will not be knowingly published as authentic.
6. Artificial Intelligence and Digital Tools
Onkar Samchar may use artificial intelligence and digital tools to assist with research, language refinement, and workflow efficiency.
However:
- AI-generated information is never treated as a verified source.
- All content undergoes human editorial review before publication.
- Editorial responsibility always remains with our editorial team.
7. Corrections
If an error is identified after publication:
- We promptly review the reported issue.
- Verified factual errors are corrected as soon as reasonably possible.
- Significant corrections may be acknowledged within the article to maintain transparency.
We do not intentionally leave inaccurate information online once verified errors are confirmed.
8. Reader Participation
We encourage readers to help improve the accuracy of our reporting.
If you believe an article contains factual inaccuracies, misleading information, or outdated details, you may contact our editorial team through the Contact Us page. Every genuine concern is reviewed in accordance with our editorial standards.
9. Independence
Our fact-checking process is conducted independently and is not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, political organizations, or external interests.
Verification decisions are based solely on available evidence and credible sources.
10. Policy Updates
This Fact Check Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in journalistic standards, editorial practices, or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page with an updated Effective Date.
Contact Us
For fact-check requests, corrections, or editorial feedback, please contact us through our Contact Us page or the official contact details provided on our website.
At Onkar Samchar, we believe that responsible journalism begins with careful verification. We remain committed to publishing accurate, transparent, and trustworthy news in the public interest.
