Editorial Policy & Standards : Our Commitment to Journalism
Khabor is committed to accurate, responsible, fair, and independent journalism. Our editorial work is guided by the public interest and by the responsibility to provide readers with reliable information.
Accuracy and Verification
Khabor strives to verify information before publication. Journalists and contributors are expected to check facts, confirm information with reliable sources when possible, and avoid publishing unverified claims as established facts. When information cannot be independently verified, the nature of the information is identified appropriately.
Sources and Attribution
Khabor seeks to identify the sources of information whenever appropriate. Information obtained from other news organizations, public records, official statements, interviews, or other sources is attributed appropriately. Anonymous sources may be used when there is a legitimate journalistic reason to protect the source’s identity.
Fairness and Responsibility
Khabor seeks to report news fairly and responsibly. We make reasonable efforts to present relevant perspectives and avoid deliberately misleading readers. Individuals and organizations covered in news reports should be represented accurately and in appropriate context.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently of advertising and commercial interests. The Chief Editor has responsibility for editorial direction, news coverage, editorial decisions, and content review. Advertising, sponsorship, or other commercial relationships do not determine the editorial judgment of Khabor’s newsroom.
News and Opinion
Khabor distinguishes news reporting from opinion, commentary, analysis, and other forms of editorial content. Opinion and commentary are identified appropriately so that readers can distinguish them from reported news.
Corrections
Khabor takes accuracy seriously. When a significant factual error is identified, the newsroom reviews the matter and makes an appropriate correction or clarification. Corrections are made in a manner intended to preserve transparency and accuracy for readers.
Conflicts of Interest
Khabor expects journalists and contributors to avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise the integrity or independence of their reporting. Potential conflicts should be disclosed to the appropriate editorial authority when relevant.
Editorial Oversight
The Chief Editor provides overall editorial oversight for Khabor’s journalism. Editorial responsibilities include story selection, reporting, editing, content review, and publication. Khabor’s editorial leadership is responsible for maintaining the quality, accuracy, and integrity of its journalism.
Professional Responsibility
Khabor expects everyone involved in its editorial operation to act responsibly, respect the rights of individuals, protect confidential sources when appropriate, and maintain the trust of readers. These standards apply to Khabor’s Bangla-language publication and its English-language edition, English Khabor.
