EDITORIAL POLICY
# DAILY JAHAN-E-IMROZ QUETTA
## COMPREHENSIVE EDITORIAL, ADMINISTRATIVE, WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
*For:* Print Edition, Official Website and Official Social Media Platforms
*Location:* Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan
*Effective Year:* 2026
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## PREAMBLE
*Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta* is an Urdu-language newspaper published from Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan. The newspaper also operates an official website and official social media platforms through which it provides local, provincial, national and international news and information.
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta is committed to responsible, accurate, independent, ethical and public-interest journalism.
This policy establishes the editorial, professional, administrative, digital and ethical standards that shall govern the newspaper, its official website and its official social media platforms.
The policy applies to the Editor-in-Chief, editors, news editors, sub-editors, reporters, district correspondents, photographers, web editors, digital media staff, social media teams, advertising staff and all other personnel working for or representing Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta.
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# CHAPTER I — FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES
## 1. Mission
The mission of Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta is to provide the public with accurate, timely, balanced and reliable information while serving the public interest and maintaining professional journalistic standards.
The newspaper seeks to highlight public issues, promote informed public discussion, respect democratic values and contribute to responsible journalism in Balochistan and Pakistan.
## 2. Core Editorial Principles
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall follow these fundamental principles:
1. *Accuracy:* Information shall be checked and verified to the greatest extent reasonably possible before publication.
2. *Independence:* Editorial decisions shall be made independently of political, commercial or personal interests.
3. *Fairness:* Relevant parties shall be given a reasonable opportunity to present their views, particularly in disputed matters.
4. *Accountability:* The newspaper shall acknowledge and correct significant errors.
5. *Public Interest:* Editorial decisions shall take into account the legitimate public interest.
6. *Human Dignity:* The privacy, dignity and fundamental rights of individuals shall be respected.
7. *Transparency:* News, opinion, analysis, advertising and sponsored content shall be clearly distinguishable.
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# CHAPTER II — EDITORIAL POLICY
## 3. News Gathering and Publication
All news published in the print edition, official website and social media platforms shall comply with the following standards:
1. News shall be verified through reliable sources whenever reasonably possible.
2. Rumours, fabricated information and unverified allegations shall not be presented as established facts.
3. Where a matter is disputed, reasonable efforts shall be made to obtain the response of the relevant parties.
4. Headlines shall accurately reflect the substance of the story.
5. Sensationalism, misleading headlines and deliberate exaggeration shall be avoided.
6. Sensitive or high-risk stories shall be reviewed by the appropriate editor before publication.
7. Information obtained from social media shall be independently verified before being treated as factual news.
## 4. Political and Election Coverage
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall apply consistent journalistic standards when covering political parties, candidates, public officials, governments and political activities.
Political statements, allegations and claims shall be attributed clearly to the person, party or organization making them.
The newspaper shall not deliberately alter, suppress or distort factual information in order to favour or disadvantage a political party or individual.
Election-related reporting shall rely on verified information and clearly identified official or credible sources.
## 5. Balochistan-Specific Editorial Policy
As a newspaper based in Quetta, Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta recognizes the social, cultural, linguistic, geographical and historical diversity of Balochistan.
The newspaper shall:
1. Give appropriate coverage to issues affecting Balochistan’s urban and rural communities.
2. Report on education, healthcare, employment, water, agriculture, minerals, infrastructure and other public-interest issues.
3. Respect the cultural and social identities of Baloch, Pashtun, Hazara and other communities.
4. Avoid unnecessary inflammatory language when reporting tribal, sectarian, ethnic or security-related matters.
5. Apply particular care to sensitive reporting involving human rights, missing persons, security operations and affected families.
6. Seek factual verification and relevant perspectives when reporting disputed or sensitive matters.
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# CHAPTER III — CODE OF CONDUCT FOR JOURNALISTS AND CORRESPONDENTS
## 6. Responsibilities of Reporters and Correspondents
All reporters, district correspondents, tehsil correspondents, photographers and other editorial personnel shall:
1. Perform their duties honestly, professionally and responsibly.
2. Verify information before submitting it for publication.
3. Never demand or accept money in exchange for publishing, suppressing or altering news.
4. Never use press credentials for intimidation, blackmail, personal business or unauthorized benefits.
5. Submit important local news to the newsroom in a timely manner.
6. Respect copyright and properly attribute material obtained from other media organizations.
7. Not represent themselves as an authorized spokesperson of Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta without written authorization.
8. Protect confidential editorial information and legitimate journalistic sources.
## 7. Appointment and Press Credentials
All representatives and correspondents shall be appointed through an authorized process.
Their appointment shall specify, where appropriate:
* Area of responsibility
* Professional designation
* Duration of appointment
* Editorial responsibilities
* Reporting arrangements
* Applicable terms and conditions
Press credentials remain the property of Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta and shall be returned when representation or employment ends.
## 8. Conflict of Interest
Employees and representatives shall avoid personal, financial, political or commercial interests that could reasonably compromise their journalistic independence.
Where a journalist has a relevant personal or financial connection to a story, the matter shall be disclosed to the appropriate editor.
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# CHAPTER IV — WEBSITE AND DIGITAL MEDIA POLICY
## 9. Official Website
The official website of Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall operate under the same editorial standards as the print newspaper.
All news articles, photographs, videos, graphics and other editorial content published on the website shall be subject to appropriate editorial oversight.
The website should clearly identify publication dates and, where materially appropriate, significant updates or corrections.
## 10. Breaking News
Speed shall not take priority over accuracy.
Unverified WhatsApp messages, social media posts, screenshots, videos or claims shall not be published as confirmed breaking news without reasonable verification.
Where initial information is incomplete, the report should make this clear and should be updated as verified information becomes available.
## 11. Corrections and Updates
When a significant factual error is identified:
1. The relevant editor shall review the matter.
2. A correction shall be issued where appropriate.
3. Significant online corrections should be transparent and clearly identifiable.
4. Where necessary, important corrections shall also be communicated through the relevant social media platform.
## 12. Use of Artificial Intelligence
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta may use artificial intelligence and other digital tools as editorial assistance, subject to human oversight.
1. AI-generated or AI-assisted material must be reviewed by an appropriately responsible editor.
2. AI-generated images, audio or video shall not be presented as authentic real-world material.
3. Fabricated statements, voices or images of individuals shall not be presented as genuine.
4. Confidential or sensitive information shall not be entered into unauthorized AI systems.
5. Journalistic judgment and human verification shall remain the responsibility of the newsroom.
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# CHAPTER V — SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
## 13. Official Social Media Accounts
Official Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok and other social media accounts operated in the name of Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall remain under the control of the organization.
Access shall be limited to authorized personnel.
## 14. Social Media Publishing Standards
All social media posts, headlines, photographs, videos, graphics and links shall comply with the newspaper’s editorial standards.
The following shall be prohibited:
* Deliberately misleading headlines
* Fabricated images or videos
* Unverified allegations presented as facts
* Hate speech
* Content designed to incite violence
* Deliberate misinformation
* Unnecessary sensationalism
Branding, logos and official identity should remain consistent across platforms.
## 15. Account Security
Official social media and digital accounts should use strong passwords and two-factor authentication wherever available.
Access shall be reviewed whenever an employee changes position or leaves the organization.
Former employees shall not retain unauthorized access to official accounts.
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# CHAPTER VI — ADVERTISING AND FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY
## 16. Advertising Policy
Advertising shall be managed through the authorized advertising and commercial departments.
Advertising revenue shall not determine or improperly influence editorial decisions.
Journalists and correspondents shall not collect unauthorized payments in connection with advertising or editorial coverage.
## 17. Sponsored Content
Advertising, sponsored articles, promotional material and editorial journalism shall be clearly distinguishable.
Paid or sponsored content shall be appropriately identified as *“Advertisement,” “Sponsored Content”* or another clear designation.
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# CHAPTER VII — SENSITIVE NEWS AND HUMAN RIGHTS
## 18. Crime, Accidents and Security Reporting
Reporting on crime, accidents, terrorism, security incidents and other sensitive events shall be handled with accuracy, restraint and respect for affected individuals.
A person shall not be presented as guilty merely because an allegation has been made or an investigation is underway.
Allegations shall be attributed to their relevant sources.
Graphic or unnecessarily disturbing material shall be avoided where it does not serve a legitimate public-interest purpose.
## 19. Women and Children
Special care shall be exercised when reporting matters involving women and children.
The identity, personal information and images of vulnerable individuals shall be protected where disclosure could cause unjustified harm or violate applicable law.
The identities of victims of sexual violence and children shall be handled in accordance with applicable legal and ethical requirements.
## 20. Hate Speech and Community Relations
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall not knowingly publish material that promotes hatred or violence against people on the basis of ethnicity, language, religion, sect, tribe, nationality or other protected characteristics.
Where controversial statements are newsworthy, they shall be reported with appropriate attribution and context.
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# CHAPTER VIII — COMPLAINTS, CORRECTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITY
## 21. Correction Policy
If an error is identified in the newspaper, official website or social media platforms:
1. The relevant editor shall investigate the complaint or correction request.
2. Verified errors shall be corrected promptly and transparently.
3. Significant online corrections shall be clearly identifiable where appropriate.
4. Material errors on social media shall be corrected on the relevant platform where reasonably necessary.
## 22. Public Complaints
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall maintain an official channel through which readers, viewers and members of the public can submit complaints or requests for correction.
Complaints shall be reviewed fairly and, where appropriate, the journalist concerned shall have an opportunity to respond.
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# CHAPTER IX — EMPLOYEES AND PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINE
## 23. Employee Rights and Professional Environment
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall seek to maintain a professional, respectful and safe working environment.
Discrimination, harassment, intimidation and abusive workplace conduct shall not be tolerated.
Employment conditions, compensation, leave and other workplace matters shall be governed by applicable law and written employment arrangements.
## 24. Confidentiality
Employees shall protect confidential editorial information, unpublished material, internal documents and legitimate confidential sources.
Confidential journalistic sources shall not be disclosed without authorization except where disclosure is legally required or otherwise justified under applicable professional standards.
## 25. Disciplinary Action
Violations of this policy may result in appropriate disciplinary action depending on the seriousness and circumstances of the violation.
Possible measures may include:
* Written warning
* Additional editorial supervision
* Temporary removal from specific duties
* Suspension of relevant privileges
* Other lawful disciplinary measures
Before significant disciplinary action is taken, the concerned employee should be given a reasonable opportunity to explain their position.
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# CHAPTER X — GOVERNANCE AND IMPLEMENTATION
## 26. Editorial and Policy Committee
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta may establish an Editorial and Policy Committee consisting of appropriate senior representatives, such as:
* Editor-in-Chief
* News Editor
* Digital Media Editor
* Administrative Representative
The committee shall monitor implementation of this policy, review significant complaints and recommend amendments where necessary.
## 27. Review of Policy
This policy shall be reviewed at least once every year, or earlier where significant changes occur in:
* Journalism practices
* Digital technology
* Social media platforms
* Applicable laws and regulations
* Organizational structure
## 28. Legal Compliance
Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta shall operate in accordance with the Constitution of Pakistan and applicable laws, regulations and professional requirements relating to journalism, publishing, employment, advertising and digital media.
Before formal adoption, the policy should be reviewed by an appropriate legal professional to ensure compliance with current Pakistani law and applicable regulatory requirements.
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# EDITORIAL COMMITMENT
*Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta* recognizes journalism as a public trust.
The organization is committed to accuracy, fairness, independence, accountability, freedom of expression, human dignity and responsible journalism.
The newspaper, its official website and its official social media platforms shall seek to provide reliable information to the people of Balochistan and Pakistan while maintaining professional journalistic standards.
This policy shall apply to the organization’s print edition, official website and official social media platforms.
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# APPROVAL AND IMPLEMENTATION
*Organization:* Daily Jahan-e-Imroz Quetta
*Editor-in-Chief:* __________
*Publisher:* ____________
*Official Website:* __________
*Effective Date:* ____________
*Signature & Official Stamp:* _______
*Policy Version:* 1.0 — 2026