Our Editorial Mission
VBN News (vbnnews.com) is committed to delivering truthful, verified, and responsible journalism focused on public interest. Our goal is to inform readers with clarity, credibility, and independence while maintaining the highest standards of digital news publishing.
Editorial Independence
VBN News operates with complete editorial autonomy.
- Editorial decisions are made solely by the newsroom team
- Advertisers, sponsors, political parties, or external entities do not influence content
- Any sponsored or promotional content is clearly disclosed and labeled
News Gathering & Verification
- News is collected through ground reporting, official statements, press releases, and credible digital sources
- Each story undergoes basic verification before publication
- Sensational, misleading, or unverified claims are strictly avoided
Headlines are written to accurately reflect the article content, not to create false curiosity.
Fact-Checking Standards
- Multiple sources are used wherever possible
- Government data, police records, court documents, and direct statements are prioritized
- Breaking news is updated continuously as verified information becomes available
Corrections & Updates
VBN News believes transparency builds trust.
- Factual errors, once identified, are corrected immediately
- Major corrections are mentioned clearly within the article
- Updates are timestamped when significant new information is added
Readers may report errors through our official contact channels.
Sources & Attribution
- All sources are properly credited unless confidentiality is necessary
- Anonymous sources are used only when public interest outweighs disclosure
- False attribution, rumors, or social media speculation are not published as news
Fairness & Neutrality
- We aim to present balanced viewpoints in all news coverage
- Individuals or organizations mentioned in allegations are given an opportunity to respond
- Editorial bias based on religion, caste, gender, or political ideology is not allowed
Opinion, Analysis & Editorials
- Opinion articles reflect individual author views, not official VBN News positions
- Opinion and analysis content is clearly labeled to avoid confusion with factual reporting
Political & Election Coverage
- Political news is reported with neutral language and equal standards
- VBN News does not support or oppose any political party or candidate
- Election coverage focuses on facts, policies, and verified statements
Crime, Sensitive & Social Issues
- Crime and legal reporting is handled with responsibility and restraint
- Identity of minors and victims is protected as per law
- Graphic, disturbing, or disrespectful content is avoided
User-Generated & Guest Content
- Guest posts and public submissions are reviewed before publishing
- Content that violates editorial ethics, law, or misinformation policies is rejected
- VBN News reserves the right to edit or remove such content
Legal & Ethical Compliance
- VBN News follows Indian laws, IT Rules, and digital media ethics
- Defamatory, hateful, or unlawful content is not permitted
- Copyrighted material is used only with permission or proper attribution
Transparency & Accountability
- Editorial responsibility lies with the VBN News editorial team
- Ownership, contact details, and policies are publicly accessible
- Conflicts of interest, if any, are disclosed
Policy Review & Updates
This Editorial Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in journalism standards, technology, or legal requirements. All updates will be published on this page.