Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy
At Vidarbha News, we embrace new technologies like AI to automate some of our work on social media platforms. Such as automatically posting new posts to all or some of our social media accounts as and when a news article is posted on our website. We use AI to provide quick replies to our chats and emails for frequently asked questions and similar queries. We are committed to responsible use of AI to enhance user experience on our platform.
- Human Oversight in Every Step
We may use AI to fact-check some articles/videos/images which we expose as fake in our Fact Check Series. - Transparency in AI-Generated Content
If we post some content, such as images/videos, which serve as representative images for some articles where real images are impossible to use, we give full disclosure about the fact that such images/videos are generated using artificial intelligence and also the fact that those images/videos are just for representative purposes and not real ones. - Ethical Use and No Manipulation
We never use AI for deepfakes, manipulated visuals, or misleading narratives. Every image, video, or text published on our platform upholds integrity, respect, and authenticity. - Detecting and Correcting Bias
Our team actively monitors AI outputs for potential bias or factual inaccuracies. If found, we follow a correction protocol to update the story promptly and transparently. - Compliance with Data Protection Laws
We comply with Indian data privacy and protection laws, ensuring that any data collected via AI tools or analytics is secure, encrypted, and used only for legitimate editorial purposes. - Limited and Responsible Data Collection
We collect only the data which is essential for improving our content and reader experience. We never sell or share user data, and all information is safely stored and protected from unauthorised access. - Human + AI Collaboration
AI supports but does not replace our journalists. Reporters, editors, and content writers remain central to all decision-making, providing context, empathy, and local insight that technology cannot replicate. - Continuous Evaluation of AI Ethics
We regularly assess the ethical impact of the AI systems we use, ensuring they align with our editorial standards and with the trust of our readers in Vidarbha and beyond.
Our Commitment
By following the aforesaid AI usage policy, we ensure that artificial intelligence remains a tool for truth, not distortion. Our goal is to responsibly use innovation to deliver authentic, unbiased, and community-driven journalism for our fellow Vidarbhians.