LatestLY Fact Check is a dedicated vertical of LatestLY that has been combating misinformation, disinformation and misleading narratives in the digital space since 2018. Launched as part of our continued commitment to responsible journalism, our fact-checking initiative identifies viral rumours, deepfakes, doctored visuals, hoaxes and misleading claims that circulate online, particularly on social media platforms. We aim to present verified, unbiased and evidence-based information to the public.

In a time where fake news spreads faster than facts, LatestLY Fact Check plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of what reaches our readers. We apply rigorous verification methods, including reverse image searches, official source confirmations, public record analysis, and expert inputs where required. Our team adheres to transparency, impartiality, and journalistic integrity in every investigation we publish.

As an extension of LatestLY, founded by the Pittie Group and In10 Media Network in 2018, this fact-checking vertical is backed by a robust editorial team, modern newsroom tools and a reader-first approach. LatestLY is part of the Google News Initiative (GNI) Indian Languages Program aims to help news organisations, especially those publishing in Indian languages, thrive in the digital age. Our mission is to empower audiences with factual information, so they can form their own informed opinions and engage meaningfully in public discourse. We encourage digital responsibility and open access to truth, free from bias and speculation.

Have a claim you’d like us to verify? Reach out to the LatestLY Fact Check team contact@latestly.com, together, let’s make the internet a safer and more trustworthy space for all.

Funding and Ownership Transparency

Who Owns LatestLY?

LatestLY is owned and operated by IN10 Media Network Pvt. Ltd. and Pittie Group, a digital news and media organization headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company is registered under the Companies Act of India. The editorial and fact-checking divisions operate independently under strict non-interference principles.

How We Are Funded

LatestLY is primarily funded through:

  • Digital advertising revenue.
  • Content syndication and partnerships.
  • Branded content and sponsorships (clearly marked and published in a dedicated separate section).
  • No funding is accepted in exchange for editorial or fact-checking influence.

We do not accept donations or paid partnerships for fact-check decisions.

We are not affiliated with any political party, advocacy group, or government. All editorial and verification decisions are made by our internal team based on factual accuracy alone.

Editorial Independence

Our editorial and fact-checking teams operate independently from the business and advertising departments. This ensures that financial considerations do not influence our reporting or verdicts.

For further details, please refer to our Non-Partisanship Policy.

Title: Editorial Standards and Governance

Editorial Structure

Our fact-checking team operates as part of LatestLY’s independent editorial division. The team includes:

Fact-Check Editor: Aadil Ikram and Abdul Kadir

Senior Fact-Checkers: Sreeju Sudhakaran, Shweta Parande, Aamir Salati, Madhurima Sarkar, Souryaprokas Bhaduri, Sunny Rodricks, Gaurav Krishna, Subhash Kamble, Rashmi Mishra

Content Review Team: Includes legal, editorial, and technical advisors for high-sensitivity claims

All fact-checks undergo a multi-step editorial review before publication.

Review Process

Every fact-check published on LatestLY follows this process:

1. Claim Identification: Through public tips, internal monitoring, or social trends.

2. Investigation & Verification: Using public records, expert interviews, open-source tools, and official data.

3. Sourcing & Attribution: Every claim is supported by accessible, reputable sources. Screenshots and links are included where possible.

4. Editorial Review: All fact-checks are reviewed by at least two editors for accuracy, clarity, and neutrality.

5. Final Approval: The Fact-Check Editor or Editor-in-Chief provides final clearance before publishing.

Conflict of Interest Policy

All fact-checkers and editors:

  • Must declare any personal or financial conflicts before working on a story.
  • Do not accept gifts, favours, or travel benefits from sources or interested parties.
  • Cannot simultaneously work for political or commercial entities covered by our fact-checking efforts.
Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or corrections regarding any of our fact-checks, please write to:

📧 contact@latestly.com

Or visit our Corrections Policy for more details.