At H.P. Times, accuracy is at the heart of our journalism. We understand that our readers trust us to provide credible, reliable, and fact-based news about Himachal Pradesh and beyond. To honor this trust, we follow a strict fact-checking process before publishing any story.
Our Dedication to Precision
- We look at each claim fairly, thoroughly, and skeptically.
- Wherever feasible, our team uses reliable, independent, and numerous sources to verify facts.
- We steer clear of conjecture, assumptions, or unconfirmed facts and indicate when specifics are still being worked out.
- Before publishing, every fact, quotation, image, and piece of data is examined for correctness, context, and applicability.
Sources and Verification
- Only well-researched, evidence-backed, and verified information is released.
- We prioritize subject-matter experts, firsthand witnesses, and official records.
- Before being included, claims made by public officials or those with vested interests are independently verified.
- We don’t post false information, rumors, or anything that could mislead our readers.
Editorial Review
- Before being published, each piece is subjected to an editorial review.
- Depending on the subject, significance, and urgency, tales that are delicate or complex may go through many levels of fact-checking.
- Our editors make sure that every report is accurate, fair, and contextualized.
Corrections and Updates
- If a mistake is found, it is quickly, openly, and clearly fixed.
- Corrections or updates are immediately incorporated into the narrative along with a notation outlining the changes.
- To reach every reader, we could also post important revisions on our social media platforms.
- Correction suggestions are welcome from readers at hptimes.in@gmail.com.
Avoiding Plagiarism and Misrepresentation
- Content is never plagiarized by us. Every report is unique, or else the source should be correctly credited.
- We never mislead readers by altering facts, quotations, or images.
- Content that is sponsored or promotional is always identified explicitly and kept apart from editorial work.
Reader Participation
- Through our “Suggest a Correction” area or by getting in touch with us directly, readers have the chance to report errors.
- All complaints are thoroughly reviewed, and feedback is taken seriously.