Corrections Policy
(hereinafter referred to as “Balaghat News” / “We” / “Us” / “Our”) is committed to transparency, accuracy, and accountability. Through this Corrections Policy, we outline the measures we take to rectify any incorrect information published on our platform. We recognize our responsibility to our readers and strive to make timely corrections while keeping them informed.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
At Balaghat News, we prioritize factual and complete reporting based on the best available information at the time of publication. However, if an error is identified, we take immediate steps to correct it. As a digital-first platform, we ensure that corrections, clarifications, or editor’s notes are promptly published across our website and social media channels. In cases of significant errors that may contribute to misinformation, we issue a formal apology to our readers.
Updating a Report
Whenever a published article is updated, we make it a practice to clearly indicate the revision. We utilize corrections, clarifications, or editor’s notes to inform readers of:
- Significant mistakes that require amendments.
- Additional updates from stakeholders or sources.
- Corrections in fact-check reports, as per our Fact-Check Policy (available at [insert link]).
If a factual error is found in our reporting, we update the article accordingly and prominently display at the top:
📌 [Correction: Updated Info…] – followed by a clear explanation of the correction.
Additionally, we encourage our readers to notify us of any inaccuracies via our “Suggest a Correction” section at the end of each article or by emailing us at:
📩 [email protected]
Types of Corrections
1️⃣ Corrections
If an article, headline, photo caption, graphic, or video contains a substantial error, we promptly issue a correction note, explaining the necessary amendment.
2️⃣ Clarifications
If our content is factually accurate but lacks clarity or requires additional context, we rewrite the relevant section and add a clarification note.
Clarifications are also issued when:
- We initially failed to seek a comment or response, which has since been added.
- New reporting has provided additional perspectives on an event.
3️⃣ Editor’s Notes
For corrections that affect the core substance of a report or raise significant ethical concerns, an editor’s note is added. These notes provide transparency about the issue and require approval from a senior editor before publication.
Other Correction Policies
✅ Reader-Reported Errors
If a reader identifies an error in an article and posts it in the comment section, our community engagement team acknowledges the mistake and confirms the correction.
✅ Social Media Corrections
If an error is posted on our social media platforms, we correct it on the same platform. If an edit is not possible, the incorrect post is retracted, and an updated post is published.
✅ No Individual Blame
We do not attribute errors to specific reporters or editors (e.g., “due to a reporting error” or “due to an editing error”). Instead, corrections are issued on behalf of MP Breaking News as an organization.
Reporting Inaccuracies
If you believe an article contains inaccuracies, you can contact our editorial team via:
📩 “Suggest a Correction” section at the end of each article
📧 Email: [email protected]
Take-Down Requests
As a matter of editorial policy, we do not entertain take-down requests. If a subject claims that a story is inaccurate, we conduct a thorough review. If required, we issue a correction or clarification rather than removing the content entirely.
However, in cases where fairness demands an update or follow-up report, we evaluate the request and take appropriate editorial action.
🔴 Exception: We may review take-down requests in instances where publicly available personal data in an article poses a credible physical threat to an individual.
At Balaghat News, we uphold journalistic integrity by ensuring that our readers receive reliable, accurate, and transparent news coverage.
