Fact-Checking Policy - HNA News | Truthful, Verified & Responsible Journalism

Fact-Checking Policy

At HNA News, we recognize our responsibility to deliver truthful, verified, and unbiased information to our readers. Misinformation and disinformation have no place in responsible journalism. This Fact-Checking Policy outlines how we ensure the integrity of every story we publish.

1. Our Commitment

We are committed to publishing information that is:

  • Accurate

  • Sourced

  • Contextual

  • Free from manipulation

Our editorial team follows strict verification protocols before anything is published on hnanews.in.

2. Fact Verification Process

Each news article goes through a three-layered fact-check process:

  1. Source Assessment – We use credible, primary, and well-documented sources.

  2. Cross-Verification – We confirm facts through multiple, independent sources.

  3. Editorial Review – Editors ensure all claims are supported with evidence before approval.

For sensitive topics (e.g., health, politics, legal issues), we may consult domain experts.

3. Use of Anonymous Sources

We avoid anonymous sources unless:

  • The source provides information of significant public interest

  • There is no other way to obtain the information

  • The editorial team independently verifies the details

We do not allow anonymous sources to make personal attacks or spread rumors.

4. Handling Misinformation

If a published story is later found to contain false or misleading information:

  • We issue a correction or clarification

  • In serious cases, we publish an updated version or a full retraction

  • The corrected version clearly states what was changed and why

5. Readers Can Report Errors

We encourage our readers to point out factual errors by emailing us at:
📧 hnanews.in@gmail.com

Every correction request is reviewed carefully and handled transparently.

6. Fact-Check Tags and Labels

Articles that go through special fact-checking may include:

  • ✅ "Fact-Checked"

  • 🔍 "Verified by HNA Editorial Team"

These tags help readers trust what they are reading.

7. AI Content Disclosure

We do not publish AI-generated news. If AI tools are used for internal assistance (like data formatting), the editorial content is always reviewed and approved by a human editor.

Last Updated: June 24, 2025