Effective Date: December 23, 2025

B Maharashtra News (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company”) is a digital media organization committed to responsible, ethical, and professional journalism with a focus on news and information relevant to Maharashtra and surrounding regions. This Media Policy outlines our editorial standards, operational guidelines, and commitments to our audience, sources, and stakeholders.

This Policy is aligned with the Norms of Journalistic Conduct issued by the Press Council of India (PCI), the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and other applicable laws in India.

1. Editorial Independence
  • Our editorial decisions are independent and free from influence by advertisers, political parties, corporate entities, or any external interests.
  • Sponsored content, advertisements, or native advertising will be distinctly marked as “Sponsored,” “Advertorial,” “Promoted,” or “Advertisement” to ensure transparency.
  • No payment or inducement will influence news coverage or editorial content.
2. Accuracy, Verification, and Corrections
  • All news reports will be based on verified facts from credible and multiple sources wherever possible.
  • We exercise due diligence before publishing information, especially on sensitive or breaking stories.
  • In case of errors, we will issue prompt corrections, clarifications, or apologies prominently on the same platform where the original content appeared.
  • Rumors, unverified claims, or speculative content will not be presented as facts.
3. Fairness, Balance, and Right of Reply
  • We strive to present all relevant viewpoints in controversial matters of public interest.
  • Affected parties will be given a reasonable opportunity to respond before publication where feasible.
  • We avoid undue sensationalism, exaggeration, or headlines that misrepresent content.
4. Privacy and Sensitivity
  • We respect the privacy of individuals and will not publish private details unless there is clear public interest.
  • Special care will be taken when reporting on victims of crime, accidents, or trauma, minors, and marginalized communities.
  • Images or videos of distress, violence, or deceased persons will be used judiciously and with sensitivity.
5. Non-Discrimination and Inclusivity
  • Content will not promote hatred, incitement, or discrimination on grounds of religion, caste, community, gender, sexual orientation, language, region, or disability.
  • We use inclusive and respectful language that avoids stereotypes and prejudice.
  • Coverage of communal, caste, or gender issues will be responsible and aimed at promoting harmony.
6. Handling of User-Generated Content
  • Comments, feedback, or user submissions on our platforms will be moderated to prevent hate speech, defamation, or illegal content.
  • We reserve the right to remove objectionable content and may disable comments on sensitive stories.
7. Digital Media Ethics
  • We adhere to the three-tier grievance redressal mechanism under the IT Rules, 2021:
  • Level I: Grievance Officer (details below).
  • Level II: Self-regulatory body (if registered).
  • Level III: Oversight by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
  • Fake news, misinformation, or manipulated media will not be published or amplified.
8. Protection of Sources and Intellectual Property
  • Confidentiality of journalistic sources will be maintained except when required by law.
  • We respect copyright laws and will attribute or seek permission for third-party content, images, or videos.
9. Advertising and Commercial Guidelines
  • Advertisements will comply with the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) codes.
  • No misleading, surrogate, or prohibited advertisements will be carried.
  • Clear separation between editorial and advertising content will be maintained.
10. Grievance Redressal

Any concerns regarding content or compliance with this Policy may be addressed to:

Grievance Officer (Level I)
Name/Designation: [To be appointed]
Email: grievance@bmaharashtranews.com
Address: [Company Address, Maharashtra, India]

Complaints will be acknowledged within 24 hours and resolved within 15 days as per applicable rules. Escalation options to higher levels will be provided if required.

Commitment

B Maharashtra News is dedicated to truthful, ethical, and public-interest journalism that fosters informed citizenship and democratic values. This Policy will be reviewed periodically to reflect evolving standards and legal requirements.

B Maharashtra News Management