At The DV Express, we understand that financial decisions are among the most important choices our readers make. That’s why we’ve implemented rigorous fact-checking standards to ensure every piece of information we publish meets the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
Our Fact-Checking Standards
Primary Source Verification
Official Data Sources: All financial data, including mutual fund returns, interest rates, and market statistics, are verified from official sources such as:
- SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India)
- RBI (Reserve Bank of India)
- AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds in India)
- Official fund house websites and fact sheets
- NSE and BSE official data
Regulatory Information: Tax rules, investment regulations, and compliance requirements are cross-referenced with official government publications and regulatory announcements.
Multi-Source Validation
Cross-Verification: We verify critical information across at least three independent, authoritative sources before publication.
Expert Review: Our founder, a qualified Chartered Accountant and SEBI Registered Investment Advisor, reviews all content for technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Current Data: All performance figures, returns, and statistics are updated to reflect the most current available data at the time of publication.
Our Editorial Process
Pre-Publication Review
- Author Research: Writers conduct thorough research using only credible, official sources
- Fact Verification: All claims, statistics, and recommendations are independently verified
- Expert Review: Content undergoes review by our qualified financial professionals
- Final Edit: A final editorial review ensures accuracy and clarity
Source Documentation
Attribution: All data and claims are properly attributed to their original sources Link Verification: External links are checked for accuracy and relevance Date Stamps: All time-sensitive information includes clear date references
Reader Involvement and Corrections
How to Report Errors
If you identify any factual errors or outdated information in our content, please help us maintain accuracy by:
Email: Send detailed error reports to contact@thedvexpress.com Include: Article URL, specific error description, and correct information with source if available Evidence: Provide supporting documentation or links to official sources when possible
Our Response Timeline
24-Hour Acknowledgment: We acknowledge all error reports within 24 hours 48-Hour Investigation: We investigate and verify reported errors within 48 hours Immediate Correction: Confirmed errors are corrected immediately upon verification
Correction and Update Policy
Error Corrections
Transparent Updates: All corrections are clearly marked with:
- Date of correction
- Nature of the error
- Corrected information
- “Editor’s Note” explaining the change
Significant Errors: Major errors that could impact financial decisions trigger:
- Prominent correction notice at the top of the article
- Email notification to subscribers (if applicable)
- Social media correction post (if originally shared)
Content Updates
Regular Reviews: We review and update our most popular articles quarterly to ensure continued accuracy
Market Changes: Articles are updated promptly when market conditions, regulations, or product features change significantly
Performance Data: Investment performance figures are updated monthly or when new official data becomes available
Quality Assurance Measures
Ongoing Monitoring
Market Tracking: We continuously monitor financial markets, regulatory changes, and product updates that might affect our published content
Reader Feedback: We actively encourage and respond to reader questions and corrections
Professional Development: Our team stays current with financial regulations and market developments through continuing education
Special Considerations for Financial Content
Investment Risks: All investment-related content includes appropriate risk disclaimers and encourages professional consultation
Regulatory Compliance: All content complies with SEBI guidelines for financial content and investment advice
Time-Sensitive Information: Articles containing time-sensitive information (like interest rates or offer periods) include clear validity dates
Our Commitment to Transparency
We believe transparency builds trust. Therefore, we:
Admit Mistakes: When errors occur, we acknowledge them openly and correct them promptly Continuous Improvement: We use every correction as a learning opportunity to improve our processes Reader Partnership: We view our readers as partners in maintaining content accuracy
Contact Information
For fact-checking queries, error reports, or suggestions for improvement:
- Email: contact@thedvexpress.com
- Subject Line: “Fact-Check” or “Content Error”
- Response Time: We aim to respond within 24 hours
Your vigilance helps us maintain the high standards our readers deserve. Thank you for being part of our commitment to accuracy and transparency.