At Samachar Patrika, we hold ourselves accountable for the accuracy of the information we publish. We are committed to providing our readers with verified and reliable news. However, we acknowledge that, despite rigorous editorial processes, errors or omissions can occasionally occur. This Correction Policy outlines the procedures we follow to identify, verify, and rectify inaccuracies in our published content.
1. Commitment to Accuracy
Accuracy is the foundation of credible journalism. Our editorial team follows a multi-layered verification process before publishing any article. This includes cross-checking facts, attributing quotes, and sourcing information from credible and authorized channels. Our commitment to accuracy doesn’t end once an article is published—we continuously monitor our content for any needed corrections.
2. How Corrections Are Initiated
Corrections can be initiated in the following ways:
- Reader Submissions: We encourage our readers to notify us if they find an error. Corrections can be requested by sending an email to contact@samacharpatrika.in with the subject line “Correction Request.”
- Internal Reviews: Our editorial staff routinely reviews published articles and may initiate a correction independently upon identifying an error.
- External Sources: Sometimes, third-party agencies, government bodies, or individuals named in articles may approach us to rectify inaccuracies.
3. Correction Review Process
Upon receiving a correction request, we follow this procedure:
- Acknowledgment: We acknowledge receipt of the correction request within 48 hours.
- Verification: The editorial team evaluates the claim by reviewing the article, checking original sources, and, if needed, contacting the journalist involved.
- Consultation: If necessary, we consult subject-matter experts or the source of the original information.
- Decision: If the correction is valid, we update the article with accurate information. If the correction request is found to be unfounded, we communicate the reason to the requester.
4. How Corrections Are Displayed
- Minor Corrections: For typographical or grammar errors that do not affect the overall meaning, we correct the content without a specific note.
- Substantive Corrections: For factual inaccuracies, we include a correction note at the end of the article with the date and nature of the correction. Example: “Correction (dd/mm/yyyy): An earlier version of this article misstated [details]. It has been updated for accuracy.“
- Takedown Requests: In rare cases where content is legally inappropriate or grossly inaccurate, the editorial team may decide to remove the content entirely.
5. Transparency and Integrity
All corrections are made with full transparency and in accordance with journalistic ethics. We do not alter published content to hide errors or protect any political, corporate, or personal interest. Once a correction is made, the original publication date and the update date are both maintained.
6. Right to Appeal
If a person or entity is not satisfied with the response to a correction request, they may write to our editorial grievance officer (email to be provided upon request). We will re-evaluate the issue at a senior editorial level and provide a response within a reasonable timeframe.
7. Archival Responsibility
If an article is updated significantly based on a correction, it remains archived in its revised form. We ensure that outdated versions are not accessible through search or tags to avoid misinformation circulation.
8. Continuous Improvement
We regularly train our editorial team on best practices in fact-checking, responsible sourcing, and corrections handling. Reader feedback helps us grow stronger as a platform of trust and reliability.
Contact for Corrections: Email: contact@samacharpatrika.in Subject Line: Correction Request
