CODE OF ETHICS OF DIGITAL MEDIA

The Digital News Publishers Association voluntarily created its Code of Conduct for its members as outlined below, demonstrating their commitment to responsible digital publishing - and, as such, protecting our 19 (1) (a) and other constitutional rights, which remain subject to review and consideration or what events may limit the collection and dissemination of the latest news and stories and any other content.

The purpose of this Code is to demonstrate the highest standards of ethics, ethics and procedures in digital media publishing and does not include the attempt to engage in the day-to-day operations of publishers - who have complete and independent content planning.

The basic principles of the Code of Conduct are to maintain digital publishing standards and to protect and maintain the independence of journalists, content organizations and publishers.

1. Digital news websites comply with national laws including the Constitution of India, more than 30 media-related laws, and relevant provisions of the IPC, CrPC and Information Technology Act, 2000, where applicable.
2. They also adhere strictly to accepted norms and standards of journalism and maintain high standards of professional ethics. There are a few sections of these self-regulating codes and codes - including as outlined in specific frameworks and procedures in the media at the level of journalists and editors.
3. Accuracy, Transparency and Integrity Members should refrain from publishing inaccurate, unfounded or distorted material. Pre-publication verification should be mandatory. Blasphemy should be avoided. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations is required.
4. Right to respond
   • News reports and articles should include comments or versions of an individual or group with the allegations. If not carried, personal or group feedback, if received later, should be included.
   • If there is progress in the news, and the person or group is requesting a review, the same should be done appropriately. The update date should also appear in the published news item.
5. Takedown, delete or edit
   • If a news report or article is found to contain false or inaccurate information, then the person or group involved approaches, provides accurate information, identifies themselves, provides the necessary documents or material, and part of the news report or article should be edited or deleted.
   • If a news report is found to contain false, inaccurate information, the entire article should be deleted.
6. Respect intellectual property rights
   • Copyright in the text, images, programs, drawings, cartoons, etc. must be respected. If copyrighted material is used, then prior permission must be taken and the publication must be subject to copyright and trademark.
   • If the permit requires payment of fees or benefits, the same must be paid.
   • Trademarks and Service Signs of third parties should not be used without prior permission or if such use means proper use.
   • In the event of a breach of intellectual property - upon receipt of any request and receipt of the required documentation, the relevant content must be edited, removed or downgraded if necessary.
7. Care should be taken to report exciting stories and crimes. It must be kept to think that he is innocent. Commenting and speculation about the evidence, evidence and conduct of witnesses, defendants and victims and their various conduct should be avoided. Such reporting should be factual and impartial.
8. Special care is to be taken when reporting sexual harassment in the workplace, child abuse, rape, where the suspects or victims are children, marriage, riots and conflicts / civil strife, divorce and maintenance cases, adoption issues, etc.
   
   • Care to be taken, according to Sections 67, 67A and 67B of the Information Technology Act, 2000 where applicable - provides for fines for publishing or transmitting obscene material, sexually explicit material and explicitly exposing children to sexual acts. form.
9. How to Deal with Complaints
   • Members — where consultants are defined under the Information Technology Act, 2000 — follow a grievance redressal mechanism as defined thereto and are aware of liability and haven protection under Section 79 of the IT Act 2000. Thus, as appropriate, they follow the Information. The Intermediary Guidelines of 2011 include the appointment of a grievance officer with contact details displayed on the website and who takes action within 36 hours to receive a complaint from the affected person and resolve the complaint within one month of receipt.
10. Training and Awareness Programs
    • Conduct training and awareness programs from time to time with staff members on existing laws including the Constitution of India, more than 30 media-related laws such as the Women's Act (Prevention), Copyright Act, Copyright Act, relevant Indian Penal Code and CrPC provisions, degrading society and crime, IPR, child justice, POCSO, appropriate provisions relating to reporting rape and abuse, harassment in the workplace, racial or gender-based crimes, domestic violence, etc.
    • The names of the victims and the details that lead to the identification of the victims or perpetrators, whether a child or at work, should be avoided altogether.
    • Photos of victims, accommodation, workplace, etc. should be avoided.
    • Special care and vigilance should be exercised at all times when reporting disputes / social or religious conflicts. Those stories will be published only after proper confirmation of facts and should be presented with caution and barriers, ensuring a safe environment for social cohesion, peace and tranquillity.
    • Special care in court reporting and judicial matters. Create awareness among planning staff about legal rights and accurate reporting of court hearings