EDITORIAL POLICY
Editorial Standards
The Shillong Daily is committed to responsible, transparent and public-interest journalism.We aim to publish reporting that is accurate, clearly attributed and contextually relevant.Our editorial process may involve:
- Original reporting
- Review of official records and notifications
- Monitoring government and institutional announcements
- Analysis of publicly available information
- Contextual and regional synthesis reporting
Where appropriate, we distinguish factual reporting from analysis, commentary and opinion.
Curated & Contextual Reporting
Some reports published by The Shillong Daily may involve curated or contextual journalism.This may include information compiled or organised from:
- Official statementsGovernment notifications
- Public records
- Court-related developments
- Press releases
- Verified regional reporting
- On-record interviews
In certain cases, additional chronology, context or explanatory framing may be added to improve public understanding.
We do not intentionally present third-party reporting as exclusive original reporting.
Attribution & Sources
We aim to attribute information wherever reasonably appropriate.Sources may include:
- Government departments
- Police authorities
- Court proceedings
- Public notices
- Official agencies
- Institutional statements
- On-record sources
- Previously published reporting
Developing stories may evolve over time, and reports may be updated when additional verified information becomes available.
Verification Process
The Shillong Daily attempts to verify factual claims before publication whenever reasonably possible. Verification may involve:
- Reviewing official documents
- Cross-checking statements
- Monitoring multiple public sources
- Confirming timelines and locations
However, rapidly developing situations may continue evolving after publication. Readers are encouraged to follow updates, clarifications and official statements where applicable.
Analysis & Commentary
Certain reports may contain analytical or explanatory elements intended to provide broader public context.Opinion-oriented or interpretive content should, where reasonably possible, remain distinguishable from direct factual reporting.
Corrections & Updates
Accuracy is important to our editorial process.If material factual errors, misleading wording or significant omissions are identified, The Shillong Daily may:
- Correct inaccuracies
- Update articles
- Modify headlines
- Add clarifications
- Append editorial notes where necessary
Major factual corrections may be disclosed transparently within the article itself.Readers may contact us regarding factual concerns or correction requests.
AI-Assisted Editorial Tools
Certain editorial workflows may involve AI-assisted tools for:
- Formatting
- Language refinement
- Transcription assistance
- Organisational support
However, editorial oversight, publishing decisions and final review remain under human supervision. The Shillong Daily does not intentionally publish fully automated reports without editorial review.
Images & Media
Images published by The Shillong Daily may include:
Original photographs
Official handout images
Publicly distributed media
File photographs
Licensed visuals
Social media content used under newsworthiness considerations where applicable.
Where reasonably possible, representative or file photographs may be identified accordingly. Parties with copyright concerns may contact us for review or clarification.
Sponsored Content
Sponsored, promotional or paid content should be reasonably distinguishable from independent editorial reporting. The Shillong Daily retains editorial discretion regarding all published material.