Editorial Policy
Last updated: June 6, 2026
This Editorial Policy explains how Kokthum The News creates, edits, and publishes news.
Publisher
Name: Kokthum The News
Website: www.kokthum.com
Location: Agartala, Tripura, India
Contact: [email protected]
Editorial process
Stories are researched, written or edited by our newsroom, and reviewed before publication. Wire reports and press releases are verified and clearly attributed. We prioritise original reporting on Tripura and the Northeast.
Sourcing standards
- Primary sources and official documents are preferred
- Anonymous sources are used sparingly and only when necessary
- Social media posts are verified before reporting as fact
- Images and media are credited; copyrighted material is used with permission
Corrections and updates
Material errors are corrected as soon as possible. Minor clarifications may be made without a formal correction note. Significant corrections include a note at the top or bottom of the article stating what was changed and when.
Bylines and authorship
Articles carry the name of the reporting journalist or "News Desk" for staff-written round-ups. Opinion pieces are clearly labelled.
Google News & search
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