Fake news claims debunked: Northeast Now stands by Manipur discrimination story

Following the publication of the news story titled, "Manipur: Students from outside valley areas 'face discrimination' at medical college in Imphal," on February 9, 2024, Northeast Now has drawn criticism from some social media users alleging bias and the dissemination of fake news. We take these accusations seriously and aim to address them with transparency.

Northeast Now upholds journalistic ethics and strives for editorial neutrality. The aforementioned story was based on allegations received from students at a private medical college in Imphal, whose identities were withheld for their safety. We firmly stand by the published information and its adherence to journalistic standards. We are not influenced by vested interests and remain committed to presenting factual reporting without favoritism towards any community.

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Regarding the Image:

The image accompanying the original article was intended for illustrative purposes only and did not depict a specific event. This was clearly stated in the caption. However, acknowledging the confusion caused for some readers, we have replaced the image with one that more accurately reflects the content and avoids misinterpretation.

Northeast Now welcomes constructive feedback from our readers. While we stand by the content of our published articles, we value open dialogue and strive to continuously improve our reporting. However, we will not succumb to pressure from vested interests that seek to undermine our journalistic integrity. Since inception, we have remained committed to journalistic integrity and responsible news coverage.