Editorial Policy

TheInterviewTimes.com
Effective Date: January 26, 2025

1. Editorial Independence

TheInterviewTimes.com is an independent digital news and interviews platform. Our editorial decisions are made autonomously and are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, political parties, governments, corporations, or any external interest.

Editorial content is produced solely in the public interest, guided by facts, context, and journalistic judgment.

2. Editorial Leadership & Responsibility

Editorial responsibility for all content published on TheInterviewTimes.com rests with the Editor-in-Chief, who oversees editorial standards, content integrity, and newsroom practices.

Editors and contributors are expected to adhere strictly to this Editorial Policy, along with our Fact-Checking, Corrections, and Ethics policies.

3. Content Standards

We publish content across the following formats, each governed by clear editorial standards:

News

  • Fact-based, timely, and verifiable reporting
  • Drawn from credible sources such as official records, government releases, court documents, parliamentary proceedings, and reputable news agencies
  • Written with neutrality, accuracy, and balance

Analysis & Explainers

  • Provide background, interpretation, and context
  • Supported by data, documents, and authoritative sources
  • Clearly distinguish analysis from factual reporting

Interviews

  • Conducted with transparency and editorial intent
  • Edited for clarity and accuracy without altering meaning
  • Presented with proper context for reader understanding

Opinion

  • Reflect the views of the author, not the organisation
  • Clearly labelled as opinion or commentary
  • Based on experience, research, or subject-matter expertise

4. Accuracy & Verification

Accuracy is fundamental to our journalism.

  • All content is reviewed for factual accuracy before publication
  • Key facts, figures, dates, and claims are verified through reliable sources
  • Errors are corrected promptly and transparently in line with our Corrections Policy

We prioritise correctness over speed and avoid speculation or unverified claims.

5. Sources & Attribution

  • We rely on identifiable, authoritative sources wherever possible
  • Anonymous sources are used only when necessary and with editorial approval
  • All sourced information is clearly attributed to maintain transparency

6. Ethics & Fairness

TheInterviewTimes.com adheres to ethical journalism principles, including:

  • Fairness and balance
  • Respect for privacy and dignity
  • Avoidance of hate speech, misinformation, and sensationalism

We strive to present multiple perspectives on issues of public importance where relevant.

7. Sponsored Content & Advertising

  • Sponsored or promotional content, if published, is clearly labelled
  • Advertising has no influence over editorial decisions
  • Editorial and commercial operations are maintained separately

8. Corrections & Accountability

We acknowledge and correct errors transparently.

  • Corrections, clarifications, or retractions are issued when required
  • Correction notices are clearly stated within updated articles
  • Reader feedback is taken seriously and reviewed by the editorial team

9. Reader Engagement

We encourage informed reader engagement and constructive feedback.

Readers may contact the editorial team regarding accuracy, fairness, or content concerns at:

📧 editor@theinterviewtimes.com

All credible concerns are reviewed in accordance with our editorial standards.

Our Editorial Commitment

TheInterviewTimes.com is committed to responsible, independent, and credible journalism. Our editorial policies are designed to uphold public trust, inform democratic discourse, and serve readers with integrity.