MahakalTimes.com – Editorial Policy
Last Updated: October 31, 2025 At MahakalTimes.com, our editorial mission is to deliver accurate, insightful, and well-researched journalism rooted in India’s spiritual, cultural, and social fabric. We maintain rigorous editorial standards to ensure every story we publish is credible, contextual, and spiritually meaningful.
1. Content Creation Process
Our newsroom follows a multi-layered editorial workflow designed to maintain accuracy, depth, and integrity.
- Each article is developed by experienced writers and researchers and reviewed by editors before publication.
- All information is verified through cross-referencing credible sources, including historical records, government data, and expert commentary.
- Content is updated periodically to reflect new developments or corrections.
2. Authenticity and Accuracy
- We rely exclusively on credible primary and secondary sources for facts and statistics.
- Every article undergoes fact-checking to ensure cultural and historical integrity.
- Updates and corrections are made transparently, with visible revision notes when appropriate.
3. Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity
MahakalTimes.com covers events, beliefs, and traditions that hold deep spiritual significance.
- We respect all sects and communities and avoid language or visuals that could offend or misrepresent faith.
- All imagery, references, and narratives are curated to uphold the dignity and sanctity of the subject matter.
- Diversity of thought is encouraged; prejudice or discrimination in coverage is not tolerated.
4. Editorial Independence and Integrity
- Our editorial decisions are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, or political entities.
- We do not accept payment, gifts, or favors that could influence content.
- Sensationalism, rumor, and unverified claims have no place in our reporting.
- When errors occur, they are corrected promptly and clearly.
5. Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
MahakalTimes.com uses AI tools only as assistive technology under human supervision.
- AI may assist with research or initial structuring but never substitutes editorial judgment.
- Every AI-assisted draft is manually verified for tone, factual accuracy, and contextual alignment.
- We do not publish fully AI-generated articles without human review and approval.
6. Visual Content and Ethical Media Practices
- Images, graphics, and videos are original, licensed, or used with explicit permission.
- AI-enhanced or AI-generated visuals, when used, are clearly disclosed and must reflect factual and cultural accuracy.
- Misleading or manipulated visuals are strictly prohibited.
7. Affiliate and Sponsored Content
- Some articles may include affiliate links relevant to readers (for example, pilgrimage resources or spiritual literature).
- Such links do not affect editorial judgment; recommendations are based on independent research.
- Sponsored or advertorial content is clearly labeled and separated from editorial matter.
8. Reader Feedback and Corrections
We welcome reader participation in maintaining editorial quality. If you identify an error or wish to offer feedback, please contact our editorial team: Email: contact@mahakaltimes.com or use our Contact Us page. All valid corrections are acknowledged and, where necessary, published with update notes to preserve transparency.
MahakalTimes.com remains committed to independent, ethical, and spiritually aware journalism—reporting that informs the intellect, respects faith, and upholds truth.