Editorial Policy
Niswarth Times is an independent English news portal based in Palanpur, Banaskantha, Gujarat. Our mission is captured in our motto — Truth. Impact. Humanity. — and this policy sets out the standards our newsroom follows when reporting on Palanpur, Banaskantha, Gujarat and India.
Accuracy and verification
We publish information we have verified. Before a story goes live, our editors check the facts against first-hand reporting, named sources, official records or on-the-record statements. Where a claim cannot be independently confirmed, we say so clearly and attribute it to its source rather than presenting it as fact.
Sourcing
- We prefer named, on-the-record sources and official documentation.
- Anonymous sources are used only when the information is in the public interest and cannot be obtained otherwise, and only with editor approval.
- We seek comment from anyone facing a significant allegation before publication.
Independence
Our editorial decisions are made by the newsroom alone. Coverage is never influenced by advertisers, political parties or commercial interests. Any sponsored or paid content is clearly labelled as such so readers can tell it apart from independent journalism.
Fairness and impartiality
We report without fear or favour, give relevant parties a fair opportunity to respond, and distinguish clearly between news reporting, analysis and opinion. Opinion pieces carry the author’s name and viewpoint.
Corrections
When we get something wrong, we fix it openly. See our Corrections Policy and Fact-Check Policy for how we handle errors and verify claims.
Ownership and funding
Niswarth Times is a privately owned news publication operating from Palanpur, Banaskantha. It is funded through advertising and reader support. Advertising has no bearing on our editorial coverage.
Contact the newsroom
To share a news tip, raise a concern or request a correction, email info@niswarthtimes.com or call/WhatsApp +91 98982 29956. You can also use the Contact page.