Fact-Checking Policy

Our Commitment to Accuracy

At HCP Times, accuracy is the foundation of our journalism. We are committed to publishing information that is factual, reliable, and responsibly verified before it reaches our readers.

Our fact-checking process is designed to minimize errors, provide context, and maintain the trust of our audience.

Verification Process

Before publishing a story, our editorial team makes reasonable efforts to verify all significant facts using credible and authoritative sources.

Whenever possible, we confirm information through multiple independent sources, particularly for stories involving public interest, business, finance, government, or major events.

Preferred Sources

HCP Times gives priority to information obtained from trusted sources, including:

• Official government departments and agencies

• Regulatory authorities

• Public company filings and investor disclosures

• Corporate press releases

• Courts and legal records

• Academic and research institutions

• Recognized international organizations

• Direct statements from individuals or organizations involved in a story

Multiple Source Verification

For important or developing stories, we seek confirmation from more than one reliable source whenever practical.

Where information cannot be independently verified, we clearly identify it as unconfirmed or developing.

Corrections and Updates

If an error is identified after publication, we review the information promptly.

Verified factual errors are corrected as quickly as possible. Where appropriate, articles may include an editor's note explaining significant corrections or updates.

Readers who identify potential inaccuracies are encouraged to contact our editorial team.

Use of Anonymous Sources

Anonymous sources are used only in limited circumstances where:

• The information serves a clear public interest.

• The source has direct knowledge of the matter.

• The identity of the source requires protection.

• The information is independently verified whenever possible.

The use of anonymous sources is carefully reviewed by editors before publication.

Artificial Intelligence

HCP Times may use AI-assisted tools to support research, organization of publicly available information, language refinement, or editorial workflows.

AI-generated output is never published without review by a human editor. Final editorial responsibility always rests with our newsroom.

Reader Contributions

Information submitted by readers, witnesses, or contributors is independently reviewed before publication whenever possible.

User-submitted content does not automatically qualify as verified information.

Continuous Improvement

Our newsroom regularly reviews editorial practices to improve accuracy, strengthen verification procedures, and uphold high standards of responsible journalism.

Our Promise

HCP Times is committed to:

• Verifying information before publication.

• Correcting mistakes promptly and transparently.

• Using reliable and authoritative sources.

• Distinguishing verified facts from opinion.

• Maintaining the trust of our readers through responsible journalism.

Accuracy is not just a goal—it is a core editorial principle that guides every story we publish.