DailyILM is committed to accuracy, clarity, and responsibility. This Fact-Checking & Verification Policy explains how information is reviewed before publication, how updates are handled after publishing, and how readers can trust the content they read on this website.
This page applies to all content published on DailyILM, including news updates, education information, results, job announcements, prize bond coverage, digests, and public guidance.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
DailyILM does not publish information casually. Every piece of content is created with the understanding that readers may rely on it for important decisions related to education, employment, finance, or public matters.
Accuracy is not treated as a preference. It is a requirement.
Our editorial team follows structured verification steps before publishing and continues to monitor content after publication to ensure it remains correct and up to date.
What Counts as a Verified Source
A verified source is any authority that is officially responsible for issuing the information being reported.
Examples of verified sources include:
- Government departments and ministries
- Education boards and examination bodies
- Public universities and testing agencies
- National Savings and other officially mandated financial institutions
- Official notifications, press releases, or circulars
- Publicly accessible government portals and notices
Information is considered verified only when it can be traced back to such sources directly or through reliable public documentation.
Unofficial websites, private social media posts, forwarded messages, screenshots without context, or anonymous tips do not qualify as verified sources.
Primary Sources vs Secondary Sources
DailyILM clearly distinguishes between primary and secondary sources.
Primary sources are the original issuers of information. These include official announcements, notifications, published schedules, or statements released by responsible authorities.
Secondary sources report on or interpret information originally issued by a primary source. These may include news summaries, media coverage, or informational explainers.
Whenever possible, DailyILM relies on primary sources. Secondary sources are used only to provide context or clarity and are never treated as final authority if they conflict with primary information.
If a secondary source contradicts a primary source, the primary source always takes precedence.
How Dates, Results, and Numbers Are Confirmed
Dates, numerical data, results, cutoffs, and figures are handled with extra caution due to their impact on readers.
Before publishing:
- Dates are cross-checked against official schedules or announcements
- Results are confirmed only after formal release by the responsible body
- Numbers such as fees, prizes, quotas, or limits are verified from official documents
If an authority has not released final figures, the content clearly states that the information is pending, expected, or not yet confirmed.
Estimated timelines are labeled clearly and never presented as confirmed facts.
Handling Conflicting Information
Conflicting information can occur when different sources publish varying details about the same topic.
When this happens, DailyILM follows a defined process:
- Identify the original issuing authority
- Check the most recent official communication
- Compare dates and version history of announcements
- Avoid publishing assumptions or interpretations
If uncertainty remains, the content explicitly states that there is a conflict or lack of confirmation. We do not attempt to resolve conflicts by guessing.
Clarity for readers is more important than speed.
Our Policy on Unofficial Leaks and Rumors
DailyILM does not treat leaks, rumors, or unofficial claims as facts.
This includes:
- Early result screenshots
- “Expected” lists without official backing
- Insider claims without documentation
- Viral social media posts lacking confirmation
Such information may be mentioned only in a clearly labeled context, explaining that it is unofficial and should not be relied upon. In many cases, it is not published at all.
We do not prioritize traffic over trust.
Post-Publication Monitoring and Updates
Fact-checking does not stop after publishing.
Our editorial team regularly reviews published content to ensure:
- Information is still current
- New official updates are reflected
- Outdated details are corrected or clarified
When content is updated, changes are made transparently. Major updates are reflected in the content itself so readers understand what has changed.
Corrections and Error Handling
Despite careful verification, errors can occur. When they do, DailyILM follows a correction-first approach.
If an error is identified:
- The incorrect information is reviewed immediately
- The original source is rechecked
- Corrections are made clearly and promptly
Errors are not hidden or silently ignored. Accuracy takes priority over appearances.
Readers are encouraged to report possible errors through our Contact page. All reports are reviewed seriously.
Editorial Responsibility and Accountability
All content on DailyILM is written or reviewed by experienced editors familiar with Pakistani systems, public processes, and information standards.
Editors are responsible for:
- Verifying claims before publication
- Avoiding speculation
- Separating confirmed facts from expectations
- Updating content when new information is released
This responsibility applies equally to evergreen guides and time-sensitive updates.
Reader Responsibility and Final Verification
While DailyILM strives for accuracy, readers should always rely on final confirmations issued directly by official authorities before taking critical actions.
Our role is to inform, clarify, and guide. Final decisions should be based on official notices, portals, or direct communication from the responsible body.
Policy Updates
This Fact-Checking & Verification Policy may be updated as standards evolve or new practices are adopted. Any changes will reflect our ongoing commitment to trust, transparency, and responsible publishing.