Editorial Standards & Code of Ethics

The Guardian Chronicle (RNI No. JHENG/26/A1090) is committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Our editorial practice is guided by the Press Council of India’s Norms of Journalistic Conduct and the principles set out below.

1. Accuracy and Fairness

We verify facts before publication and take reasonable care to ensure that our reporting is accurate, balanced, and fair. Where an error is identified, we issue a prompt correction on our Corrections page.

2. Right of Reply

Persons or institutions named in a critical report are offered a reasonable opportunity to respond, and their response is carried fairly.

3. Privacy

We respect the privacy of individuals. Intrusions into private life are undertaken only where a clear public interest is established. We do not disclose the identity of victims of sexual offences or other protected categories.

4. Protection of Children

We do not identify children involved in criminal proceedings (whether as accused, victim or witness) and follow the safeguards under the POCSO Act and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act.

5. Communal Harmony

We avoid publishing material that is likely to incite hatred between communities or that presents a distorted picture of any religion, caste, or region. Reports on communal incidents are handled with sobriety and restraint.

6. Plagiarism and Attribution

We attribute sourced material and do not publish work that is not original without credit.

7. Conflicts of Interest

Our journalists disclose financial, personal or political interests that could reasonably be perceived as compromising their independence.

8. Separation of News and Opinion

News reports are clearly distinguished from editorials, op-eds and sponsored content. Paid content is labelled as such.

Concerns regarding editorial standards may be raised with our Grievance Officer.