Editorial Guidelines

1. Mission and Vision

At D7 Live News, our mission is to provide accurate, balanced, and timely coverage of Indian sports. We aim to engage and inform our audience while promoting sportsmanship and a love for sports.

2. Editorial Independence

  • Our editorial team operates independently from any external influences, including advertisers, sponsors, or any conflicting interests.
  • We are committed to delivering news and analysis that is impartial, unbiased, and free from any form of discrimination, be it racial, gender, religious, or otherwise.

3. Accuracy and Credibility

  • We strive for the highest levels of accuracy in our reporting. Our team verifies facts, cross-checks information, and seeks multiple sources to ensure the information we provide is reliable.
  • Corrections: If errors are identified, we promptly correct them and acknowledge the correction transparently.

4. Sourcing and Attribution

  • We give credit to original sources and attribute information properly. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
  • When using quotes or information from interviews, we ensure the context is preserved and the source is appropriately credited.

5. Respect for Privacy

  • We respect the privacy of individuals, including athletes, and seek consent for interviews, photographs, or other personal information whenever possible.
  • We refrain from publishing private or sensitive information without justifiable public interest.

6. Original Content

  • We prioritize original content and strive to add unique perspectives to the sports news landscape.
  • Content Syndication: If we use content from external sources, we ensure that it is properly attributed, adhering to fair use guidelines.

7. Avoiding Conflicts of Interest

  • Our team avoids conflicts of interest that could compromise the integrity of our reporting.
  • Disclosure: If any potential conflicts arise, our team members disclose them transparently to the editorial leadership.

8. Ethical Sports Coverage

  • We respect the spirit of sportsmanship and fair play in our coverage. We refrain from promoting or condoning cheating, doping, or any unethical practices in sports.
  • Fair and Equal Treatment: We ensure that all sports and athletes receive fair and equal treatment in our coverage, irrespective of the popularity or prestige of the sport.

9. Community and Feedback

  • We encourage engagement and constructive feedback from our audience. We value our readers’ opinions and consider them in our continuous efforts to improve.
  • Responsiveness: We respond to inquiries and concerns from our audience in a timely manner.

10. Corrections and Transparency

  • We are committed to transparency in our editorial processes and decisions.
  • If a correction is made, it is clearly labeled as such, with an explanation if necessary.

11. Legal and Ethical Compliance

  • Our team complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing journalism and online content, including copyright laws and defamation regulations.

12. Content Removal

  • In the rare event that we must remove content, it is done based on clear guidelines and only in cases where there is a compelling legal or ethical reason to do so.

13. Review and Updates

These Editorial Guidelines are subject to regular review and updates to reflect changes in the industry and evolving standards. The revised guidelines will be communicated to the editorial team.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding our Editorial Guidelines, please contact us at [email protected].