Editorial Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Welcome to Kannur News Online. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism and providing our readers with accurate, timely, and unbiased information. This Editorial Policy outlines the guidelines we follow to gather, verify, and publish news.

1. Fact-Checking & Accuracy

Accuracy is our top priority. Before publishing any news, our editorial team follows a strict verification process:

  • Public Service Data: Information regarding Lottery Results, Gold Rates, and Hospital OP Duty lists are cross-checked with official government releases, gazettes, and authorized associations.
  • News Reports: Local news is verified through on-ground sources, official press releases, and credible eyewitness accounts.

2. Sourcing of Information

We rely on credible and authoritative sources for our content. Our primary sources include:

  • Official Government Websites & Press Releases.
  • Direct announcements from institutions (e.g., Medical Colleges, Hospitals).
  • On-ground reporting by our trusted contributors.

We strictly avoid publishing rumors, unverified viral content, or misleading clickbait headlines.

3. Independence & Neutrality

Kannur News Online operates independently. Our news coverage is not influenced by political parties, corporate sponsors, or external interest groups. We aim to present facts neutrally, allowing readers to form their own opinions.

4. Corrections Policy

We believe in transparency. If a factual error is identified in any of our articles:

  • We will promptly correct the information.
  • If necessary, an editor’s note will be added to acknowledge the correction.
  • Readers can report errors by emailing us at kannurnewsonline2020@gmail.com.

5. Originality & Plagiarism

We respect intellectual property rights. All content published on our site is written by our team or curated from official sources with proper attribution. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism.

6. User-Generated Content

While we encourage reader interaction through comments, the views expressed by users do not reflect the opinion of Kannur News Online. We reserve the right to remove comments that are abusive, discriminatory, or spam.

7. Contact Our Editorial Team

If you have questions about our editorial standards or wish to submit a news tip, please contact us:

Email: kannurnewsonline2020@gmail.com

This policy is subject to updates to align with evolving journalistic standards.