Friday Cinema Code of Ethics
News Source: Friday Cinema Online
Website: https://fridaycinema.online/
Friday Cinema is committed to upholding the highest journalistic standards and ethical practices. We believe in providing our audience with accurate, transparent, and fair information. This code of ethics guides our editorial decisions and ensures responsible reporting.
1. Accuracy, Transparency & Fairness:
We strive for accuracy in all our reporting. Pre-publication verification is mandatory, and we avoid publishing baseless or distorted material.
We are committed to transparency by clearly identifying sources and disclosing any potential conflicts of interest.
We treat all individuals fairly and avoid defamation. Adherence to applicable laws and regulations is paramount.
2. Right of Reply:
News reports should include comments or versions from individuals or parties mentioned in the article, especially when allegations are made.
If a response is received after publication, we will incorporate it appropriately, clearly indicating the date of the update.
3. Corrections and Retractions:
We take responsibility for our reporting and will promptly correct any factual errors.
Upon receiving verifiable information from concerned parties, we will edit or delete inaccurate content. If an entire article is found to be false, it will be removed.
4. Respect for Intellectual Property Rights:
We respect copyright laws and obtain permission before using copyrighted material.
We acknowledge the moral and ownership rights of creators.
Trademarks and service marks are used only with permission or under fair use guidelines.
5. Sensitive Reporting:
We exercise special care when reporting on sensitive matters such as sexual harassment, child abuse, rape, communal disputes, and legal cases involving minors.
We adhere to the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, particularly Sections 67, 67A, and 67B, regarding the publication of obscene or sexually explicit material.
6. Grievance Redressal:
As an intermediary under the Information Technology Act, 2000, we follow the grievance redressal mechanism outlined therein.
We have a designated grievance officer whose contact details are available on our website. Complaints will be addressed within 36 hours of receipt and resolved within one month.
7. Training and Awareness:
We conduct regular training programs for our editorial staff on relevant laws, ethical guidelines, and best practices in journalism.
This includes training on reporting sensitive issues responsibly, protecting sources, and avoiding bias.
Friday Cinema is dedicated to providing accurate, reliable, and ethical news coverage. We believe that these principles are essential for building trust with our audience and upholding the integrity of journalism.