Fact-Check Policy

At kinsleyks.com, we believe that facts are the foundation of trust — especially in the world of finance where misleading information can directly affect your money, decisions, and future. As a platform that publishes financial education, government scheme breakdowns, tax guidance, and economic news, we take fact-checking very seriously.

This Fact-Check Policy outlines how we verify the accuracy of our content before publishing and what steps we take if any information is found to be incorrect.

Why Fact-Checking Is Crucial in Finance

Financial misinformation can lead to:

  • Missed opportunities to apply for legitimate government schemes
  • Incorrect tax filings and legal consequences
  • Bad investment decisions based on rumors or misrepresented data
  • Fear, confusion, or distrust among the public

That is why every piece of content published on kinsleyks.com undergoes a structured verification process to ensure clarity, accuracy, and transparency.

Our Fact-Checking Process

We follow a multi-stage verification process before publishing any article, blog post, or update.

1. Topic Selection and Research

  • Every topic we choose is first assessed for public interest, search demand, and factual availability.
  • We rely only on reliable sources such as:
    • Government websites (e.g., PIB, income tax portal, RBI, finance ministry)
    • Official scheme portals (e.g., PMAY, NSDL, UIDAI)
    • National newspapers (e.g., Economic Times, Business Standard)
    • Financial regulators (e.g., SEBI, IRDAI, NPS Trust)

2. Primary Source Cross-Verification

  • Each data point is verified across at least two independent sources.
  • We avoid using social media posts, WhatsApp forwards, or hearsay unless backed by an official announcement.

3. Author and Editor Review

  • Writers prepare the draft after verifying facts and include source links wherever applicable.
  • Editors then review:
    • Accuracy of claims
    • Updated policy dates
    • Currency of tax slabs, benefit amounts, deadlines, etc.

4. Final Pre-Publication Check

  • Before publishing, our editorial lead runs a final check for:
    • Broken or outdated links
    • Misinformation or potential misinterpretation
    • Typos or misrepresented data

If any part of the article seems ambiguous or unclear, it is sent back for correction or clarification.

How We Handle Corrections

Despite our efforts, errors may occasionally occur. At kinsleyks.com, we handle corrections openly and swiftly.

If you spot a mistake:

  • Please email us at kinsleyks2025@gmail.com
  • Mention the article title, issue, and if possible, suggest a verified correction
  • We will respond within 48 hours and verify the issue

Correction Process:

  • Once verified, factual errors are immediately corrected
  • If the change is significant (e.g., scheme amount, date, eligibility), we note the update at the end of the article
  • Minor changes (typos, grammar) may be fixed without a note unless they change the meaning

Types of Information We Fact-Check

We fact-check all data related to:

1. Government Schemes

  • Eligibility criteria
  • Dates and deadlines
  • Application procedures
  • Official benefits and documentation
  • Portal URLs and contact information

2. Taxation and Finance Laws

  • Income tax slabs
  • Section 80C/80D deductions
  • GST rules
  • PAN/Aadhaar linking instructions
  • Budget announcements

3. Banking and Investment Products

  • Interest rates
  • Eligibility for loans
  • Insurance regulations
  • PPF, NPS, FD, mutual fund updates

4. Economic News

  • RBI policy changes
  • Inflation rates
  • GDP forecasts
  • Currency exchange trends

We avoid sensational headlines and only report confirmed developments with backing from credible news wires and government notices.

Avoiding Fake News and Misinformation

We actively avoid:

  • Viral fake news related to free government money, job schemes, or unrealistic subsidies
  • Unverified WhatsApp forwards claiming new policies or deadlines
  • Social media rumors about changes in tax rules or government benefits
  • Articles with no citation, no date, and no credible author

If any such misinformation is spotted, we do not publish it. If a user shares a hoax with us, we first verify and then may publish a myth-busting article with facts and sources to clarify it.

How Readers Can Contribute

We consider our readers as partners in our mission to spread factual financial knowledge.

You can help us by:

  • Reporting errors via kinsleyks2025@gmail.com
  • Suggesting updates to articles that are outdated
  • Sharing reliable source links with us
  • Alerting us about hoax messages or schemes spreading online

All user contributions are reviewed with care and given due credit when appropriate.

Editorial Independence

Our editorial team works independently and is not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or affiliate programs. We may display ads or sponsored content in the future, but that will never override our commitment to fact-checking and accurate reporting.

We never allow paid promotion to dictate our content strategy or article tone.

Transparency and Source Attribution

Whenever possible, we link to:

  • Government portals or official PDFs
  • Press Information Bureau (PIB) releases
  • Budget documents
  • SEBI or RBI circulars
  • Statements from ministers or departments

If a source is not linkable (e.g., TV interview, press conference), we mention the name, date, and context.

Review and Update Schedule

We regularly update articles based on:

  • Union Budget updates (Feb each year)
  • RBI monetary policy statements (every 2 months)
  • Changes in tax laws (usually in April and July)
  • New scheme launches or discontinuations

Old articles are archived or updated with new information so users don’t act on outdated content.

Final Word

At kinsleyks.com, we understand the impact of financial information on your daily life. Our Fact-Check Policy ensures that everything we publish is accurate, verified, and responsibly written. We don’t just write articles — we build trust.

If you believe in transparency and accountability, we invite you to be a part of our mission. Share our posts, correct us when we’re wrong, and help us keep financial education clean and useful.

Contact for Fact-Checking Queries