Editorial Policy

Last Updated: July 03, 2026

Daily Sarhad is committed to responsible journalism, editorial independence, accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Our mission is to provide reliable news, information, and analysis that serve the public interest while maintaining the highest professional standards.

1. Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions at Daily Sarhad are made independently and are not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, political organizations, government entities, or commercial interests.

Our editorial team retains full control over the selection, production, editing, and publication of content.

2. Accuracy and Fact-Checking

We strive to ensure that all published information is accurate, verified, and supported by credible sources before publication.

Our journalists and editors make reasonable efforts to:

• Verify facts before publication.
• Cross-check information from multiple sources when possible.
• Use official statements, public records, and credible sources.
• Clearly distinguish between facts, analysis, and opinion.

While every effort is made to maintain accuracy, errors may occasionally occur. When identified, corrections are made promptly.

3. Sources and Attribution

Daily Sarhad values transparency and proper attribution.

• Information is obtained from reporters, correspondents, agencies, official sources, and verified public records.
• Quotes and information from external sources are properly attributed whenever possible.
• Anonymous sources may be used only when necessary and when the information is considered reliable and in the public interest.

4. Corrections and Updates

We are committed to correcting significant factual errors in a timely manner.

If an error is identified:

• The editorial team will review the concern.
• Verified errors will be corrected promptly.
• Updates may be added to clarify information when necessary.

Readers may report potential inaccuracies by contacting our editorial team.

5. Opinion and Editorial Content

Opinion articles, editorials, and commentary reflect the views of their respective authors and do not necessarily represent the views of Daily Sarhad.

We aim to clearly distinguish opinion content from factual news reporting.

6. Fairness and Impartiality

Daily Sarhad seeks to provide balanced and fair coverage of issues and events. We strive to:

• Present information objectively.
• Provide relevant context.
• Represent differing viewpoints where appropriate.
• Avoid misleading or deceptive reporting.

7. Sponsored and Advertising Content

Advertising and sponsored content are clearly separated from editorial content.

Advertisers do not influence editorial decisions, news coverage, or reporting. Any sponsored content will be appropriately identified to readers.

8. Content Standards

Daily Sarhad does not knowingly publish content that:

• Promotes violence or unlawful activities.
• Contains hate speech or discrimination.
• Includes false or misleading information.
• Violates applicable laws or regulations.
• Infringes intellectual property rights.

9. Use of Artificial Intelligence

Where technological tools or AI-assisted systems are used in content production, all published content remains subject to human editorial review before publication.

Editorial responsibility remains with Daily Sarhad's editors and contributors.

10. Reader Feedback

We value feedback from our readers and encourage constructive comments, corrections, and suggestions.

Reader feedback helps improve the quality, accuracy, and relevance of our reporting.

11. Editorial Contact

Questions regarding editorial practices, corrections, or reporting standards may be directed to:

Daily Sarhad Editorial Team
12/1-A, Anwar Asad Colony, Gulbahar No. 1,
Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Email: info@dailysarhad.com.pk
Phone: +92 91 2570743