Editorial Policy
Our Commitment
The Deccan Report is an independent digital newsroom committed to fact-driven, balanced and responsible journalism. Our purpose is to inform readers with accuracy, clarity and fairness while upholding the highest standards of editorial integrity.We believe journalism exists to serve the public interest. Every story we publish must reflect transparency, accountability and respect for truth.Editorial Independence
Our editorial decisions are made independently of political, commercial or personal influence.
• No external entity determines how we report or frame our stories
• Advertisers and partners have no involvement in editorial content
• Sponsored or branded content is clearly disclosed
Editorial control rests solely with our newsroom leadership and editorial team.
Accuracy & Verification Standards
We recognise accuracy as the foundation of public trust.
Therefore:
• All information is verified with credible sources before publication
• Data and research references are cross-checked
• Direct quotes are reproduced faithfully
• Corrections are issued transparently when errors occur
Where facts are uncertain, we state so transparently rather than speculate.
We avoid misleading headlines, selective context, and exaggerated claims.
Fairness, Balance & Right to Response
We strive to present all sides of an issue fairly.
• When a report involves allegations or criticism, affected parties are provided reasonable opportunity to respond
• We avoid deliberate omission of relevant context
• Commentary is clearly distinguished from reporting
We do not suppress viewpoints but we do not platform misinformation or hate speech.
Public Interest Standard
We publish stories that serve society including:
• Governance and accountability
• Business, economy and technology
• Social & cultural dynamics
• Civic concerns
• Human-impact stories
We do not publish content solely for provocation, sensationalism or traffic.
Ethics & Responsible Journalism
Our team follows recognised global journalism ethics:
• Avoid harm wherever possible
• Respect privacy unless outweighed by clear public interest
• Do not discriminate on the basis of identity or belief
• Avoid conflict of interest
• Maintain editorial distance from activism and propaganda
Journalists must disclose potential conflicts where relevant.
Use of AI & Automation
Editorial judgement always remains human.
Where AI-assisted tools are used for research, transcription or drafting:
• Final editorial review is conducted by a human editor
• Facts are independently verified
• AI-generated images or graphics are declared if material to the story
We do not publish AI-generated falsehoods or synthetic impersonations.
Corrections & Clarifications Policy
We take accountability seriously.
If factual inaccuracies appear:
• We correct them at the earliest opportunity
• A clarification note is added where appropriate
• Significant corrections are transparently acknowledged
We welcome responsible feedback from readers.
Reporting & Source Integrity
We respect source confidentiality where required and ethically justified.
• Anonymous sources must be vetted and approved editorially
• We do not pay for news information
• We avoid harassment, misrepresentation or coercion in gathering information
Fabrication or plagiarism is grounds for termination.
Sensitive Content & Safety
We exercise editorial judgement when reporting:
• Violence
• Tragedy
• Children
• Grief
• Legal matters
• Minority rights
• Conflict
We avoid graphic detail unless necessary for public understanding and warn where appropriate.
Legal Compliance
We comply with applicable laws relating to:
• Defamation
• Copyright
• Election coverage
• National security
• Digital publishing
• Grievance Redressal
while upholding editorial freedom within lawful boundaries.
Commercial Transparency
Where content is sponsored:
• It is clearly labelled
• Editorial standards still apply
• Influence is restricted only to paid segments
Native advertising never disguises itself as journalism.
Review & Updates
This Editorial Policy is periodically reviewed to reflect evolving journalistic standards, technology, legal frameworks and reader expectations.