At Dainik Jalalabad, we believe that journalism is a public trust. Our readers depend on us for news that is accurate, impartial, and responsible. To uphold this trust, all our authors and writers are guided by the following Principles of Ethical Conduct:
Accuracy
We are committed to presenting every story as truthfully and authentically as possible — through words, visuals, and tone. Each report must be crafted without bias, judgment, assumptions, or sensationalism. We strive to tell all sides of a story while taking no side ourselves.
The pursuit of speed will never justify inaccuracy. Information from unofficial sources, including social media, will be treated with caution and independently verified before publication.
Impartiality
Every news item must be presented without bias. Our platform will not be used to promote any individual, group, or interest seeking to influence the news. Even when publishing editorials, we will aim for thoughtful, responsible perspectives that contribute to positive public discourse. We are committed to informing our readers about complex issues while valuing diversity of people and opinions — unless such views threaten public peace or safety.
Transparency
We value the trust of our readers and seek to maintain it through transparency. Wherever applicable, we will duly credit our sources. No individual or entity will be promoted or endorsed through our platform without editorial discretion.
If factual errors occur, they will be corrected promptly. All corrections will be acknowledged transparently in the form of footnotes or editorial notes.
Knowledge
Our goal is to report the whole truth. We strive to provide complete, clear, and detailed coverage of news events, ensuring that our stories leave no critical gaps. Our readers deserve reporting that is thorough and informative.
Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of vulnerable individuals. The identities of survivors of sexual assault, victims of extreme abuse, minors involved in criminal cases, and other sensitive subjects will remain protected unless they have been publicly disclosed or the individuals themselves choose to come forward.
Decency
Respect and compassion must guide the way we report on all individuals. We will not be a platform for hate speech, propaganda, or divisive content.
Profanity, slurs, or obscene language will not be used unless editorial judgment deems it absolutely necessary for the integrity of a story. Similarly, graphic content depicting murder, death, suicide, sexual assault, or similar topics will be avoided, unless its inclusion serves the public interest and is handled with utmost sensitivity.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Plagiarism and fabrication of any kind are strictly prohibited. Visual content must never be altered or manipulated in ways that mislead or distort the truth.
At DainikJalalabad, these principles guide every decision we make, every story we tell, and every responsibility we undertake. We are committed to maintaining your trust through ethical journalism that serves the public good.
