Code of Ethics – Jharkhand Updates

At Jharkhand Updates (Updates Ventures Private Limited), we are committed to transparency, integrity, and dignified conduct in every aspect of our work. Guided by our mission to bring reliable, balanced, and meaningful journalism to the people of Jharkhand, our Code of Ethics serves as the foundation for all our decisions and actions.

Premise

Jharkhand Updates was founded to bridge the gap between mainstream media narratives and public understanding. We believe in slowing down the rush for “breaking news” to ensure that the information we share is accurate, verified, and impactful.

Our vision is to be the most trusted platform for news and information that truly matters to the people of Jharkhand — and to uphold the highest standards of ethical journalism.

Our Ethical Principles

  1. Neutrality & Dialogue
    • Serve as a neutral platform that welcomes voices from different backgrounds and political viewpoints.
    • Encourage constructive dialogue and problem-solving on issues that matter most.
  2. Accuracy Over Speed
    • Present only the most accurate and important information available at the time of reporting.
    • Avoid speculation; if information is incomplete, we wait before publishing.
  3. Credit & Originality
    • Always credit sources where applicable.
    • Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited.
  4. Balance & Fairness
    • Strive for unbiased and logical opinions.
    • Include diverse voices in our stories to ensure fairness and depth.
  5. Editorial Independence
    • Keep business interests separate from editorial decisions.
    • Never allow commercial priorities to influence news coverage.
  6. Transparency in Content
    • Clearly label sponsored, advertorial, or promotional content.
    • Ensure readers can distinguish editorial content from advertisements.
  7. Accountability
    • Publicly acknowledge and correct errors when they occur.
    • Issue formal apologies where necessary and update the record.
  8. Courage Under Pressure
    • Remain steadfast in the face of political, corporate, or legal pressure.
    • Stand by our editorial team in cases of harassment or disputes.

This Code of Ethics is not just a policy — it’s our promise to our readers, contributors, and partners that every piece of content from Jharkhand Updates will be guided by truth, fairness, and responsibility.