Code of Ethics

???? Public Bytes TV – Code of Ethics for Digital Publishing

At Public Bytes TV, we are committed to responsible, ethical, and lawful journalism. Our editorial team follows a clear set of principles to maintain the integrity of our work, the independence of our journalists, and the trust of our audience.

✅ Core Principles

1. Follow the Law

   • We adhere to the Constitution of India, media-related laws, and the Information Technology Act, 2000, wherever applicable.

2. Editorial Independence

   • Our team has complete freedom in content creation. We do not allow external influence on news decisions.

3. Accuracy & Fairness

   • We avoid publishing false or misleading information.

   • Every story is fact-checked before publishing.

   • We ensure all sides of a story are presented fairly.

4. Right to Respond

   • Individuals or parties mentioned in a story have the right to share their version.

   • If a response is received later, it will be added to the story as an update.

5. Corrections & Edits

   • If a story is found to be inaccurate, we will edit or delete the false content upon verification.

   • Major corrections will be clearly marked and explained.

6. Respect for Intellectual Property

   • We respect copyrights and trademarks.

   • No use of copyrighted content without permission.

   • Any content found to infringe copyright will be removed after proper verification.

7. Sensitive Reporting

   • Special care is taken while reporting on crime, communal issues, minors, or sexual harassment.

   • We maintain the presumption of innocence and respect privacy at all times.

8. Privacy Matters

   • We do not disclose identities or images of victims, minors, or individuals in sensitive cases.

   • Reports on communal matters are handled with caution and verified thoroughly.

9. Grievance Redressal

   • We follow the grievance redressal system under the IT Act.

   • A Grievance Officer is appointed, and their contact details are available on our website.

   • Complaints are acted on within 36 hours and resolved within one month.

10. Training & Awareness

• Our editorial team undergoes regular training on media laws, rights, and ethical reporting standards.

• We ensure careful reporting on issues like gender, caste, domestic violence, and judicial matters.

???? Commitment to Truth & Responsibility

At Public Bytes TV, we value transparency, accountability, and ethical journalism. We aim to inform the public responsibly while respecting individual rights and upholding journalistic values.