At IndiaHunt, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of journalistic ethics, integrity and professionalism. Our goal is to publish news that is fair, accurate, transparent and free from improper influence. This Ethics Policy guides our editorial team, contributors and partners in all aspects of content creation and newsroom behavior.
1. Editorial Independence
- Our editorial decisions are independent and not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, political groups or business stakeholders.
- No external entity dictates the content, tone or direction of our reporting.
- Journalists and editors maintain full freedom to report based on verified facts and public interest.
2. Accuracy and Verification
- Every article is checked for factual accuracy before publication.
- Information is verified using credible, authoritative and traceable sources.
- Rumors, unverified claims or misleading information are strictly prohibited.
- All significant updates or corrections follow our Corrections Policy.
3. Fairness and Impartiality
- Reports are written without bias, favoritism or prejudice.
- We avoid sensationalism and provide balanced viewpoints whenever possible.
- Opinion pieces are clearly labeled and kept separate from news reporting.
4. Transparency with Readers
- We disclose sponsorships, branded partnerships or promotional arrangements clearly.
- Affiliate links, sponsored placements or paid collaborations are marked.
- Readers can easily distinguish between news, opinion, and promotional content.
5. Plagiarism and Originality
- IndiaHunt follows a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism.
- All content published on our platform must be original or properly credited.
- Writers must not copy, rephrase or reproduce content from other sources without attribution.
6. Conflict of Interest
- Journalists and editors must disclose any personal or financial interest related to a story.
- Staff members cannot report on individuals or companies with whom they have close personal or business relationships.
- Gifts, favors or incentives that may influence reporting are strictly prohibited.
7. Respect and Sensitive Reporting
- Sensitive subjects such as crime, mental health, death, minors, or violence are handled with care and responsibility.
- We avoid graphic details unless absolutely necessary for public understanding.
- Identities of minors and vulnerable individuals are protected unless legally mandated.
8. Use of AI and Automated Tools
- AI tools may assist with research or formatting but cannot replace editorial judgment.
- All content is reviewed and finalized by human editors.
- AI-generated content is never published without editorial oversight.
9. User-Generated Content
- IndiaHunt does not primarily publish user-generated content.
- If such content is used (quotes, eyewitness accounts, statements), it is verified before publication.
10. Advertising and Sponsored Content
- Advertisements do not influence editorial decisions.
- Sponsored content is clearly marked and kept separate from journalism.
- Promotional material must never resemble news reporting.
11. Responsibility for Legacy Content
Articles published before 20 November 2025 were created under the previous owner, Xpert Times Network Private Limited.
Any ethical disputes or content issues related to that period fall under that entity’s responsibility.
12. Commitment to Improvement
- IndiaHunt reviews and updates its ethics practices regularly.
- We welcome feedback from readers, journalists and experts to strengthen our standards.
- Ethical concerns can be reported at:
📧 info@indiahunt.in