franticdeals.in wishes to inform you about the care and diligence exercised to ensure the accuracy of our content, as outlined in our Fact-Checking Policy.
Commitment to Accuracy in All Our Content
For any journalistic platform, earning the trust of its audience is paramount. This trust can only be established and maintained through precise, fair, and balanced reporting. We are dedicated to achieving due accuracy in all our content to the best of our ability. Our interpretation of ‘due accuracy’ extends beyond merely meeting required standards; it also encompasses satisfying the essence of the content. We consider factors such as the subject matter and the nature of the information provided, along with audience expectations, in our pursuit of accuracy. We aim to deliver the most accurate accounts, corroborated by the direct stakeholders involved in every news report. We approach claims with skepticism, question assumptions, and challenge conventional wisdom. We acknowledge areas of uncertainty that may persist despite our best efforts to clarify them. Nonetheless, the rigor required for fact-checking varies between soft and hard stories; for instance, the sources needed for a positive story about NGO work differ from those for an investigative piece. We adhere to the following guidelines to ensure due accuracy in our content:
We ensure that any broadcast originates from a reliable source, based on solid and corroborated evidence. When direct sources are unavailable, we are required to attribute the stories to the platform from which they are sourced.
We strive to verify any claims, allegations, or information attributed to public authorities or individuals who may have a vested interest beyond merely providing an accurate account. Accordingly, we qualify and highlight such information, including claims or allegations, that we cannot substantiate.
We stand by the accuracy of the information we publish. If proven otherwise, we promptly update the news item or information and ensure that our readers are duly informed of any changes made.
We recognize that our audience’s trust is of utmost importance. Thus, we strive not to misinform anyone deliberately and refrain from altering information or presenting fabricated content as factual. Moreover, when serious factual errors are identified, we openly acknowledge them and ensure they are corrected as swiftly as possible and in a clear, appropriate manner.
We provide a fair opportunity for the public to report any inaccuracies or errors on our website through the “Suggest A Correction” segment available at the end of all our published reports on franticdeals.in.
The primary responsibility of our journalists is to report, write, and fact-check news, information, and stories. Each story undergoes scrutiny at multiple levels, including a robust internal fact-checking procedure where thorough due diligence is conducted on every piece, further reviewed by one or more of our editors. It is important to note that the seniority of editors reviewing stories prior to their publication varies and is influenced by factors such as issue complexity, sensitivity, and time constraints.
In the case of an allegation, we ensure to reach out to all relevant parties. We then independently verify the information in question and the information provided to achieve the most accurate result.
Sourcing Information for Our Content
We ensure information is sourced accurately by adhering to the following guidelines:
Verify every piece of information with at least two sources.
When relying on a single source, we ensure its credibility through corroboration of the statements made.
Seek documentary evidence whenever possible rather than relying solely on human sources.
In cases involving surveys, we have a duty to disclose how the information was collected and how the data was interpreted. If there are concerns about the accuracy of our data, we communicate any inconsistencies to the audience as soon as possible.
Our aim is to obtain accurate information from the outset rather than publishing it first and addressing any doubts subsequently.
We strive to engage stakeholders of the information/news on record. We explain why a source may remain anonymous depending on the circumstances and work with those sources to provide readers with as much information as possible for assessing the sources’ reliability.
We share information about sources with our editors to enable them, as well as reporters, to evaluate whether the information is appropriate for use and how it may be used. Discussions between reporters and editors must be reflected in anonymous quotations.
We engage in clear conversations with sources about how to use the information they provide, especially when they lack significant experience with media interaction. We clarify a source’s expectations regarding keeping information “off the record,” “on background,” and related statuses, as such terms can have varying meanings for different individuals.
We give individuals the opportunity to respond to reporting that may cast them in a negative light, explaining to readers the efforts we make to seek responses in cases where sources do not reply.
We actively seek sources who lack access to broad public platforms in conjunction with those who are influential and powerful.
A senior resource or the head of the newsroom at franticdeals.in can always be consulted if one is uncertain or needs assistance in making decisions to prevent the dissemination of incorrect information to the audience.
User-Generated Content
User-generated content presents inherent challenges. We do not assume that the material shared with us is accurate, and depending on how we plan to use it, we take reasonable steps to verify its authenticity. We are cautious when using information provided by lobby group members or anyone with a vested interest in the story, as opposed to an unbiased bystander. We ensure that user-generated content is clearly labeled as such. Additionally, we adhere to the following guidelines:
Information sources that may appear reliable online might not always be accurate. It may be necessary to investigate who operates the website and/or confirm with an individual or organization that the material related to them is genuine.
We make an effort to differentiate between fact and rumor. This is particularly, though not exclusively, relevant for content available on social media, where errors or rumors can spread rapidly, while corrections may struggle to achieve similar visibility.
Additional scrutiny may be warranted when using material from social media or other online sources to corroborate a fact. We denote and critique any material that we did not gather ourselves.
If you require more information or have questions regarding our site’s fact-checking policy, please feel free to contact us via email at franticdeals.com@gmail.com.