Indiatimes is committed to producing accurate, timely, engaging, and responsible journalism that informs and entertains audiences while maintaining the highest standards of editorial integrity. This policy outlines the principles that guide our editorial decisions across our website, social platforms, newsletters, videos, and emerging digital formats.

Every piece of content published by Indiatimes is guided by the following principles:

• Accuracy before speed
• Transparency with readers
• Fairness and balance
• Editorial independence
• Respect for privacy and dignity
• Accountability for errors
• Compliance with applicable laws and industry standards

While our editorial voice reflects internet culture and evolving digital conversations, these principles remain consistent across all formats.

Accuracy is fundamental to our journalism.

Editors and writers verify factual information before publishing using reliable primary or credible secondary sources.

Where possible, claims are be supported through:

• Official statements
• Public records
• Direct interviews
• Reputable research
• Verified social media accounts
• Credible news organizations

User-generated content, screenshots, viral posts and anonymous sources are independently verified before being presented as fact.

When information cannot be independently verified, it is clearly communicated to readers.

All editorial content is original.

Writers may report on stories covered elsewhere but they provide independent reporting, context, analysis or perspective.

Wherever required, proper attribution is given using:

• Quotes
• Statistics
• Research
• Images
• Videos
• Public posts
• Creator content

Original creators, publications, or sources are clearly credited and hyperlinks are provided where appropriate.

Plagiarism or misrepresentation of another person's work is inconsistent with our editorial standards.

AI tools may be used to improve editorial workflows, including research assistance, transcription, translation, summarization, brainstorming, formatting or workflow automation.

However:

• Human editors remain fully responsible for every published piece of content.
• AI-generated information is independently verified before publication.
• AI is not used to fabricate quotes, events, sources or evidence.
• AI-generated images, videos or illustrations that could reasonably be mistaken for real events are clearly labelled where published.
• Editorial judgment is not delegated to AI systems.

Editorial decisions remain independent of commercial, political, or personal influence.

Employees avoid conflicts of interest that may compromise editorial integrity.

Sponsored, branded affiliate, or promotional content is clearly disclosed in accordance with applicable regulations and company guidelines.

Indiatimes respects individual privacy while recognizing the public interest in reporting.

Special care is taken when reporting on:

• Minors
• Victims of crime or abuse
• Sensitive personal information
• Graphic content
• Mental health
• Suicide
• Ongoing legal matters

Editors balance newsworthiness with potential harm.

To maintain reader trust, we correct significant errors promptly and transparently.

Where factual inaccuracies are identified, articles are updated promptly and, where appropriate, we include a correction note explaining the change.

Content is retracted if significant factual failures fundamentally undermine the accuracy or integrity of the publication.

Where appropriate, a retraction notice remains available to maintain transparency.

Content is removed only in exceptional circumstances, including legal obligations, copyright violations, privacy concerns or risks to individual safety.

Final decisions regarding permanent content removal require approval from the appropriate editorial leadership and, where necessary, legal counsel.

Indiatimes operates within the editorial framework of Times Internet Ltd.

We comply with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and other relevant regulations governing digital publishing.

We also support responsible digital journalism and follow recognised industry best practices in editorial transparency, accountability, and ethical reporting.

Readers, creators, and rights holders who believe our content contains factual inaccuracies, copyright concerns, or ethical issues may contact our designated editorial or grievance channels for review.

All legitimate concerns will be evaluated promptly and fairly in accordance with our editorial standards.