Editorial and Fact-Checking Policy

Editorial and Fact-Checking Policy

Last Updated: August 2026

1. Our Editorial Mission

Our mission is to provide readers across India with accurate, useful, and easy-to-understand information. We follow editorial standards inspired by internationally recognised journalism guidelines, including the BBC Editorial Guidelines. We value four principles above all:

• Accuracy — getting facts right before publishing
• Originality — every article is written by our own team, never copied
• Transparency — being open about sources, corrections, and commercial relationships
• Accountability — taking responsibility for what we publish and fixing mistakes promptly

2. Content Standards

Before an article is published, it must meet the following standards:

• Original content only. We do not copy, scrape, or lightly rewrite content from other websites. All articles are written in our own words.
• Clear purpose. Every article must genuinely inform or help the reader — no thin, filler, or keyword-stuffed pages.
• Readable and well-structured. Articles use headings, bullet points, and simple language so they are easy to understand.
• No prohibited content. We do not publish adult content, hate speech, violence, illegal-activity promotion, or misleading claims.
• Respect for privacy and copyright. We use only original or properly licensed images and do not publish private personal data.

3. Sourcing and Fact-Checking

Fact-checking is at the heart of our editorial process. Our writers and reviewers follow these steps:

1. Use reliable sources. Facts are drawn from primary and authoritative sources such as official records, reputable news organisations, government portals, sports governing bodies (e.g., BCCI, ICC, IOC, World Athletics), published statistics, and verified biographical records.
2. Cross-verify key claims. Important facts — names, dates, records, statistics, events, and biographical details — are checked against at least two independent sources wherever possible.
3. Attribute clearly. When a claim comes from a specific source, we name and link to that source so readers can verify it themselves.
4. Separate fact from opinion. Reported facts are clearly distinguished from analysis, commentary, and personal opinion.
5. No fabricated information. We never invent quotes, statistics, dates, or sources. If a detail cannot be verified, we state the uncertainty rather than guess.
6. Check numbers and names. Cricket scores, medal counts, dates of birth, career records, and historical dates are double-checked before publication.

4. Author Accountability and Bylines

• Articles are published under named authors or a clear DealKart Market editorial byline so readers know who is responsible for the content.
• Our writers are selected based on their knowledge of the subject they cover.
• We do not invent credentials. Authors represent their real experience and qualifications honestly.

5. Corrections Policy

We accept that errors can happen despite our best efforts. When they do, we fix them openly:

• Prompt correction. Once an error is identified, we correct it as quickly as possible.
• Transparency. For significant factual corrections, we add a short note at the end of the article stating what was changed and when (for example: “Updated on [date]: A previous version stated X; this has been corrected to Y.”).
• No silent rewrites. We do not hide mistakes by quietly changing the text without acknowledging the correction.
• Reader reports welcome. If you spot an error, email us at dealkartindia247@gmail.com with the article link and details. We review every report and respond to legitimate concerns.

6. Opinion, Analysis, and News

To avoid confusing readers, we clearly separate different types of content:

• News/Reporting — verified facts about events, presented objectively.
• Analysis — our interpretation of facts, clearly labelled as analysis.
• Opinion — personal viewpoints, labelled as opinion or commentary.
• Satire (if any) — clearly labelled so it is never mistaken for factual reporting.

7. Use of AI and Automation

We may use AI tools as a writing or research assistant, but never as a replacement for human editorial judgement. Our rules:

• AI-assisted content is reviewed, fact-checked, and edited by a human editor before publication.
• We verify every fact, number, name, and source generated with AI assistance. Fabricated citations or invented facts are never published.
• AI is not used to mass-produce thin or duplicate articles.
• Ultimate responsibility for every published article rests with our editorial team, not with any tool.

8. Sponsored, Affiliate, and Commercial Content

• Advertising. We may display third-party ads, including Google AdSense. We do not endorse advertised products or services.
• Affiliate links. Some links may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to the reader. This is disclosed on our Disclaimer page and, where relevant, within the article.
• Sponsored content. If we publish sponsored or paid content, it is clearly labelled as sponsored or promotional so readers can distinguish it from independent editorial content.
• Editorial independence. Commercial relationships never influence our news reporting, biographies, or factual coverage.

9. Images and Media

• We use original images, properly licensed media, or rights-aware editorial images.
• We do not copy full galleries or copyrighted assets without permission.
• Image captions and alt text accurately describe the image and do not mislead readers.

10. Updates and Maintaining Content

• We regularly review and update older articles to keep facts, dates, and records current.
• When an article is significantly updated, the modification date is reflected so readers know the content is current.
• Outdated or no-longer-accurate pages are corrected, consolidated, or removed as needed.

11. Conflicts of Interest

Our editorial team avoids conflicts of interest that could compromise accuracy or fairness. If a writer has a personal, financial, or promotional connection to a subject they are covering, it is disclosed within the article.

12. How to Report an Error or Concern

We welcome feedback from our readers. If you find an inaccuracy, broken link, copyright concern, or policy violation, please contact us:

• Email: dealkartindia247@gmail.com
• Contact Page: https://dealkartmarket.in/contact-us/

We aim to review and respond to legitimate reports within 24–48 business hours.

13. Grievance Officer

This Editorial and Fact-Checking Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date above indicates the most recent revision.