Fact-Check and Correction Policy
(Aligned with Press Council Norms & IT Rules, 2021)
Yiippee News Network OPC Private Limited, through its platform YIIPPEE® News Network (https://yiippee.com), is committed to publishing accurate, verified, and fair information in the public interest. Our Fact-Check and Correction Policy outlines the procedures followed to ensure editorial integrity and truthfulness in all published content.
🔍 1. Commitment to Accuracy
We verify all information before publishing. This includes:
- Using credible sources (government data, court records, expert interviews)
- Cross-referencing facts from multiple independent sources
- Applying editorial oversight and subject matter review
📑 2. Fact-Check Protocol
We maintain a dedicated internal mechanism for fact-checking:
- All legal, civic, land, or governance-related claims are reviewed for source validity
- When reporting on third-party data or claims, we include source citations
- Unverified content is clearly labeled as “developing,” “reported claims,” or “unconfirmed”
✉️ 3. Correction Requests
Any person or entity may request a correction by contacting:
Grievance Redressal Officer:
Mr. Shamim Shaikh
📧 grievance@yiippee.com
📞 +91 9372622790
Requests must include:
- URL or title of the content in question
- Reason for objection
- Supporting documents, if applicable
🔁 4. Correction Timeline
- Acknowledge within 24 hours of receiving a correction request
- Review and take action within 7 working days
- If correction is made, a note will be added to the original content indicating the update
🛡 5. Types of Corrections
- Minor Edits: Grammar, spelling, or clarity edits that do not alter the meaning (no public disclosure needed)
- Factual Corrections: Significant factual updates will be transparently added to the article with an update timestamp and note
- Takedown: If content is found to be entirely inaccurate or misleading, it may be retracted with an explanation
🧾 6. Archiving & Transparency
- An internal log of all corrections and fact-check actions is maintained
- Periodic reports are compiled to review editorial accuracy
This Fact-Check and Correction Policy is published in accordance with the spirit of responsible journalism and shall be updated in line with evolving legal norms and editorial practices.
Date: 27/05/2025
Authorized Signatory: Dr. Danish Lambe
Designation: Founder & Editorial Director