Corrections & Errata Policy

Our transparent commitment to acknowledging and correcting factual inaccuracies promptly, visibly, and without hesitation.

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Editor: Mahipal Reddy

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Transparency, Accountability & Errata Standards

At Maina Sedam News (ಮೈನಾ ಸೇಡಂ ನ್ಯೂಸ್), our highest journalistic imperative is the truth. While our reporters and editors strive for 100% accuracy, errors can occasionally occur in high-pressure breaking news environments.

When an error occurs, we do not sweep it under the rug or quietly modify text. We correct the record transparently, promptly, and clearly inform our readers.

"ತಪ್ಪುಗಳನ್ನು ಮುಚ್ಚಿಡುವುದಕ್ಕಿಂತ, ಸತ್ಯವನ್ನು ಒಪ್ಪಿಕೊಂಡು ತಿದ್ದಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು ಪತ್ರಿಕೋದ್ಯಮದ ನಿಜವಾದ ಪ್ರಾಮಾಣಿಕತೆ."

1. Types of Corrections & Updates

Major Factual Corrections

Factual

Errors involving names, figures, dates, legal outcomes, election tallies, or substantive factual assertions.

Action: Corrected immediately with a prominent, timestamped "CORRECTION / ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ:" note detailing what was changed and why.

Clarifications

Context

When a story is factually accurate but lacks critical context, leading to potential misunderstanding or ambiguity.

Action: Updated with additional context and a tagged "CLARIFICATION / ಸ್ಪಷ್ಟೀಕರಣ:" footnote.

Minor Typographical Edits

Minor

Spelling mistakes, minor grammatical slips, or formatting adjustments in Kannada or English text that do not affect factual meaning.

Action: Corrected directly inline without requiring an editorial footnote.

Retractions & Apologies

Retraction

If an article's foundational premise is proven entirely false or legally indefensible.

Action: Complete retraction statement published prominently online and in the subsequent daily edition with an apology.

2. Digital vs E-Paper Correction Workflow

Because Maina Sedam News operates both a digital web platform and a daily e-paper:

Digital Articles & Segments: Live web stories and individual segment popups are corrected immediately upon editorial verification.
E-Paper Edition Errata: Because daily e-paper PDF pages represent a historical snapshot of the print run, corrections for published pages are carried out as an "Errata / ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ" box in the very next day’s edition.
Social Media & WhatsApp Alerts: If an incorrect headline was pushed via WhatsApp or social broadcast, a dedicated correction alert is distributed through the exact same broadcast channel.

3. How to Report an Error or Dispute a Story

We welcome and appreciate feedback from our readers, local citizens of Sedam, officials, and institutions. To report a factual inaccuracy:

Please provide the following details:

1. Headline & Date: The title of the article or date/page of the E-paper edition.

2. Specific Inaccuracy: Exact sentence or figure in question.

3. Verifiable Proof: Supporting documents, official gazettes, or verified links.

4. Your Contact: Name and phone number in case our editor needs clarification.

Official Corrections EmailEmail: mainasedamnews@gmail.com (Subject: [Correction Request] Headline)

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4. Review Turnaround & Editorial Escalation

Our editorial team aims to acknowledge all correction requests within 24 to 48 hours. If the request requires extensive ground re-verification or cross-checking with local district administration in Kalaburagi, the reporting desk will complete verification swiftly.

Direct Escalation: Editor-in-Chief Mahipal ReddyHelpline: +91 9731666052 / +91 78924 68604