Our standards for independence, accuracy and accountability.
Last updated: June 2026
Indian Cockroach is editorially independent. Coverage decisions are made solely by the editorial team and are never influenced by advertisers, political parties or external interests.
We verify facts before publication using credible, on-the-record and documentary sources wherever possible. Where information cannot be independently confirmed, we say so clearly.
We seek comment from those we report on, present multiple perspectives on contested issues, and distinguish clearly between news and opinion.
We protect confidential sources. Anonymous sourcing is used only when justified by the public interest and approved by an editor.
Our journalism upholds the values of the Constitution of India — democracy, equality, liberty and justice — and encourages informed, respectful public debate.
Contributors must disclose any personal, financial or political interest that could affect their reporting.
When we make an error, we correct it promptly and transparently. See our Corrections Policy and Fact Check Policy.
We operate in accordance with Indian law and aspire to the norms of responsible digital journalism.