Code of Ethics – Balotra Kesari
Balotra Kesari is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and accountability in digital journalism. Our mission is to serve the public interest through fair, factual, and responsible reporting. The following principles define our editorial values and guide our journalists, editors, and contributors.
1. Accuracy and Fairness
- We strive to publish news and information that are accurate, verified, and factually correct.
- All facts are cross-checked from credible sources before publication.
- In case of any errors, prompt corrections or clarifications are issued transparently.
2. Independence and Integrity
- Our journalism is free from political or commercial influence.
- Editorial decisions are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, or external pressures.
- Staff members are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to stories they report.
3. Accountability
- We accept responsibility for the content we publish.
- Readers can report factual inaccuracies or ethical concerns, and our editorial team will investigate and respond appropriately.
- When necessary, public apologies or corrections will be posted with transparency.
4. Impartiality and Balance
- We represent multiple points of view wherever possible, giving fair voice to all sides of a story.
- Opinion pieces and editorials are clearly distinguished from news reporting.
- Hate speech, personal attacks, or discriminatory language are not permitted.
5. Respect for Privacy and Sensitivity
- We respect individuals’ right to privacy, particularly in cases involving minors or victims of crime.
- Publishing sensitive images or personal data is avoided unless justified by strong public interest.
- We refrain from sensationalizing or exploiting tragedy for attention.
6. Transparency in Sources
- Anonymous sources are used only when absolutely necessary, and their credibility is carefully evaluated.
- Paid or promotional content is always labeled as “Sponsored” or “Advertorial” to maintain editorial transparency.
7. Editorial Independence in Advertising
- Advertisements do not influence or alter our editorial content.
- We maintain a clear separation between editorial and commercial operations.
8. Compliance with Law
- All reporting follows the laws of India, including media ethics under the Press Council of India and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
- We cooperate with regulatory bodies while upholding press freedom and public interest.
9. Correction Policy
If any story or article is found to be inaccurate after publication, it will be promptly corrected or updated. Major changes will be noted at the bottom of the article, explaining what was corrected.
10. Reader Feedback
We encourage readers to participate in constructive dialogue. Suggestions, feedback, corrections, and ethical concerns can be sent to our editorial team directly at:
Balotra Kesari
Address: Madhav Restaurant and Hotel, Balotra, Rajasthan – 344022
Mobile: 7232006601 / 7073758502
Email: info@balotrakesari.com
Website: www.balotrakesari.com