Last updated: July 9, 2025
At Indian Standard, we fully adhere to the ethical standards outlined by the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA). Our commitment to responsible journalism is rooted in accuracy, transparency, and public interest. The principles below guide how we gather, verify, and present news on https://indianstandardnews.com.
1. Truth & Accuracy
We strive to present factual, verified information from official and credible sources. All news published is cross-checked through a combination of human editorial oversight and AI-assisted source validation. If an error is discovered, we follow our Correction Policy to amend it promptly and transparently.
2. Editorial Independence
Indian Standard operates independently of any political, corporate, or ideological influence. Our editorial decisions are made solely in the public interest and not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or external entities.
3. Fairness & Objectivity
Our reporting ensures balanced representation and avoids sensationalism. In matters of conflict or dispute, efforts are made to present all sides of a story unless the facts overwhelmingly support one side.
4. Accountability
We hold ourselves accountable to our readers. Any feedback, corrections, or complaints are taken seriously and addressed promptly. To report concerns, email us at editorial@indianstandardnews.com or visit our Contact Us page.
5. Responsible Use of Technology
As part of our AI-assisted editorial process, we ensure that any machine-generated content is reviewed by a human before publication. We do not publish unverified or AI-only articles without manual oversight.
6. Respect for Privacy
We respect the privacy of individuals and avoid publishing personal details unless it serves a significant public interest. We also follow strict internal review procedures for sensitive or high-impact content.
7. Avoidance of Hate Speech & Disinformation
Indian Standard strictly avoids publishing or promoting:
- Misinformation or false narratives
- Hate speech, communal content, or inflammatory language
- Unverified claims or conspiracy theories
All user-generated content (e.g., comments) is moderated to ensure compliance with these values.
8. Commitment to Public Good
The content published on https://indianstandardnews.com is intended to:
- Inform the public with credible and relevant news
- Encourage thoughtful discussion on international affairs
- Strengthen democratic values through knowledge and transparency
9. Compliance
We comply with Indian laws, Information Technology Rules (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code, 2021), and platform requirements including those of Google AdSense, Google Discover, and other major aggregators.
For inquiries related to our ethics policy or DNPA compliance, please contact:
📧 compliance@indianstandardnews.com