At Kashmir English, credibility and trust are at the core of our journalism. This policy outlines our mission, the process by which we source and verify information, and the measures we take to maintain independence between editorial and commercial content. It also explains how we handle corrections, fact-checking, and opinion pieces to ensure transparency and accountability.

Sourcing and Verification

Accuracy is our top priority in every story we publish. To ensure this:

• Our reporters rely on first-hand reporting, credible documents, and verified data.
• Claims are verified with at least two independent sources whenever possible.
• Anonymous sources are used only when the information is essential, and confidentiality is necessary for safety or security reasons. When anonymity is granted, we explain the reason to our readers.
• We do not publish rumors or unverified claims.

Fact-Checking

All articles undergo a thorough review process before publication.

• Editors check facts, figures, quotes, and references against credible sources.
• Sensitive or high-impact stories are subjected to additional layers of review to ensure accuracy and fairness.

Corrections and Retractions

We are committed to transparency in the event of errors.

• Minor Errors: Typos or formatting issues may be corrected without a note.
• Significant Errors: Factual inaccuracies, such as incorrect names, figures, or dates, will include a visible correction note at the end of the article.

Editorial and Commercial Independence

Our newsroom operates independently of advertisers, sponsors, and commercial partners.

• Editorial decisions are never influenced by advertisers or sponsors.
• Sponsored content is always clearly labeled (e.g., “This article is sponsored by [Brand].”).
• Advertising does not impact story selection, coverage, or editorial priorities.

Political Neutrality

Kashmir English does not endorse political parties or candidates.

• Political coverage is factual, balanced, and impartial.
• Opinion pieces are published separately and clearly labeled to distinguish them from news reports.

Authorship and Sources

• Articles carry bylines to ensure accountability.
• In rare cases, such as sensitive security reporting, bylines may be withheld to protect the author’s safety.
• Sources who face risks may be anonymized, with identifying details withheld only when necessary to protect their identity.

Our Commitment

This policy reflects our promise to produce journalism that is accurate, fair, and independent. By being transparent about our standards and practices, we aim to earn and maintain the trust of our readers.

Thank you for supporting Kashmir English and holding us accountable to the highest standards of journalism.