About Facts & Guides — Independent Knowledge for India and the World
About Facts & Guides starts with a simple commitment: produce the most useful, accurate and honest content we can on the topics readers actually need. Facts & Guides is an independent digital publication serving Indian readers, the global Indian diaspora, and curious readers everywhere. The site covers technology, health, finance, travel, education, lifestyle, food, entertainment, reviews, facts and how-to guides — each section built on research, sourcing and editorial independence rather than commercial convenience.
What Facts & Guides stands for
Three commitments shape every article: editorial independence (recommendations are the ones the editorial team would actually act on, with no paid placements or sponsored rankings), evidence-based content (every claim backed by primary sources, peer-reviewed research, government data or recognized institutional documentation), and respect for the reader’s time (substantive content rather than padding, clear takeaways up front, depth available where readers want it). These commitments are not aspirations — they are structural rules that shape the editorial process daily.
The Facts & Guides editorial team
The Facts & Guides editorial team comes from journalism, academic research, technology, finance, healthcare and education backgrounds. Many team members have spent years working inside the industries they now cover — chartered accountants writing finance guides, working software engineers reviewing technology, registered dietitians contributing to health coverage, and journalists with experience at established Indian publications. Where specialist knowledge is needed beyond the in-house team, contributions come from subject-matter experts with verifiable credentials. AI-generated content without significant human research and editorial work is not accepted. Every article is reviewed by a domain editor and fact-checked separately before publication.
Fact-checking process India can rely on
Four-stage editorial workflow
The fact-checking process India needs in its content is the standard at Facts & Guides. Every article follows four stages: subject research with notes from primary sources, drafting with inline citations linking back to those sources, editorial review by a domain editor checking factual accuracy and completeness, and a separate final fact-check verifying numbers, dates, names, regulations and links. Government data is cross-checked against official sources (uidai.gov.in, incometax.gov.in, rbi.org.in, mohfw.gov.in and similar). Statistics come from primary publications, not aggregator sites.
Corrections policy
Errors discovered after publication trigger visible corrections — a dated note at the top or bottom of the article explaining what was wrong and what the correct information is. Original incorrect content is not silently changed. If an article needs significant revision due to changed circumstances or new information, this is disclosed. The corrections page lists all material corrections made in the past 12 months. Readers can report errors through the Contact page; reported issues are reviewed within 48 hours.
Editorial standards India deserves
Editorial standards India publishers should meet are documented openly. Sourcing requirements: every factual claim has a verifiable source; quotes are accurate; statistics come from primary publications. Independence requirements: no advertiser approval over coverage; no gift acceptance by editorial staff; clear disclosure of any commercial relationships; sponsored content always labeled at the top of the article. Quality requirements: domain editor review before publication; fact-check before publication; comments and reader feedback monitored. Diversity and balance: multiple perspectives represented where contested topics are covered; expert opinions sought across the spectrum where relevant.
How Facts & Guides is funded
Revenue comes from four transparent sources: display advertising through ad networks (which have no editorial input), clearly labeled sponsored content meeting editorial quality standards (always disclosed at the top of the article), affiliate links that do not influence rankings (clearly marked at the bottom), and brand partnerships always disclosed as such. No content is rewritten to favor a paying brand. Facts & Guides accepts no government funding, no political party funding, and no funding from sources that would compromise editorial independence. Reader-supported revenue sources (subscriptions, donations) are being considered for future development.
Independent content site India can trust
The phrase “independent content site India” gets used loosely. Facts & Guides demonstrates independence structurally: separate editorial and commercial teams with no reporting lines between them; no advertiser approval of editorial content; documented refusal of advertisers who request favorable coverage; clear disclosure of all paid relationships in every article where they exist; transparent ownership and registered business details. These commitments are verifiable — every sponsored article carries a label, every affiliate link is disclosed, every funding relationship is documented.
Who Facts & Guides is for
The primary audience is Indian readers — residents across Tier-1, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, working professionals navigating taxes and investments, students preparing for entrance exams and careers, parents managing household decisions, and the global Indian diaspora maintaining connection with home. Content is also written for international readers interested in India and for readers worldwide on the universal topics covered (productivity, AI tools, fitness, mental wellness, evidence-based decision making). India context is the default in most coverage; global perspectives are added where they genuinely add value.
Get involved
Several ways to engage with Facts & Guides: subscribe to the weekly newsletter for curated highlights of the best new and updated content, follow on social media for daily quick takes, suggest article topics through the Contact page, report errors or factual concerns (these are reviewed and corrected transparently), and submit pitches if you have subject-matter expertise and would like to contribute. Brand partnerships are handled through the Partner With Us page, which documents partnership formats, audience reach and the strict editorial requirements that apply to commercial work.
Looking ahead
Facts & Guides aims to grow steadily by doing the work well — publishing 3–4 thoroughly researched articles per week, maintaining and updating older content as facts change, expanding regional language coverage, building a sustainable funding base that does not compromise editorial independence, and continuing to invest in the editorial team’s expertise. The publication is built for the long term — for readers who value clarity over noise and accuracy over speed.
Who is behind Facts & Guides?
Facts & Guides is run by an editorial team based in India with contributors from journalism, academic research, technology, finance, healthcare, and applied industry backgrounds. The publication operates independently — no parent corporation, no political affiliation, no investor pressure to promote specific products or viewpoints. Editorial decisions are made by the editorial team without commercial interference. The full team bio and credentials are documented on the About page; questions can be directed via the Contact page.
What is the editorial mission of Facts & Guides?
The editorial mission of Facts & Guides is to publish well-researched, fact-checked, independently verified content that helps readers in India and globally make better-informed decisions. This includes practical guides, honest product reviews, sourced facts, and how-to content across technology, health, finance, travel, education, lifestyle, food, and entertainment. The publication exists to be the kind of source you can actually trust — accurate, current, independent, and clearly written.
How is Facts & Guides funded?
Facts & Guides is funded through a transparent mix of revenue sources: display advertising, clearly labeled sponsored content that meets editorial standards (always disclosed at the top of the article), affiliate links that do not influence rankings (clearly marked), brand partnerships for non-editorial features, and reader support through the newsletter. No content is rewritten to favor a paying brand. The funding mix is described in detail on this page, and reader feedback materially shapes the editorial direction.
Where is Facts & Guides based?
Facts & Guides is based in India with a fully remote editorial team distributed across major Indian cities and the global Indian diaspora. The publication’s primary audience is Indian readers (residents and the diaspora) along with global readers interested in evidence-based content. Indian context — pricing in rupees, government schemes, regional perspectives — is the default in coverage, with global perspectives added where relevant. The legal registration and contact addresses are listed on the Contact page.
How does Facts & Guides fact-check content?
Every article on Facts & Guides goes through a four-stage editorial process: subject research (gathering primary sources, government data, academic publications, and authoritative documentation), drafting (writer produces the article with citations), editorial review (a domain editor verifies claims, checks sources, and flags any unsupported assertions), and final fact-check (a separate review verifies numerical data, dates, names, regulations, and links). Errors discovered post-publication are corrected with a visible correction note. Reader-reported errors are investigated within five business days.
Does Facts & Guides accept sponsored content?
Yes, but only when it meets editorial standards and is clearly labeled as sponsored. Sponsored content is segregated from editorial content, marked clearly at the top of the article, and never appears in editorial rankings or recommendations. Brands cannot purchase rankings in the Reviews section, cannot remove competitor mentions, and cannot influence the editorial position of independent reviews. Display advertising is sold through ad networks with no editorial input. The full advertising and sponsorship policy is on the Partner With Us page.
How are editors and writers selected?
Editors and writers at Facts & Guides are selected based on verifiable expertise in their subject area, demonstrated writing ability, and commitment to evidence-based publishing. Most writers have published bylines in established publications, hold relevant academic qualifications, or have multi-year industry experience in the topics they cover. New writers undergo a trial period with full fact-check oversight before bylines are extended. The publication does not accept AI-generated submissions without significant human research and editorial work.
What is Facts & Guides’ editorial independence policy?
Editorial independence is the foundational policy of Facts & Guides. The editorial team has full authority over content decisions without commercial input. Advertisers and sponsors are not informed of editorial coverage in advance and have no ability to remove or modify negative coverage. Affiliate relationships do not influence rankings. Editorial staff do not accept gifts from brands or hold financial positions in companies they cover. Conflicts of interest, where they exist, are disclosed at the article level. The full editorial independence policy is documented in the editorial standards section.
How can I trust the information on Facts & Guides?
Trust in Facts & Guides is built through verifiable practices: every factual claim links to or cites an authoritative source, the editorial team is named with credentials, corrections are visible and dated, the funding model is transparent, sponsored content is clearly labeled, and readers can verify claims independently through provided source links. The publication also welcomes reader scrutiny — errors reported via the Contact page are investigated and addressed. No publication is perfect, but transparency and accountability are the foundations of trust.
What are Facts & Guides’ core values?
The core values of Facts & Guides are independence (no paid editorial, no advertiser pressure), accuracy (every claim sourced and verified), accessibility (jargon-free, plain-language writing), respect (taking the reader’s time and intelligence seriously), and currency (regular updates as information changes). The publication believes good information democratizes opportunity — that quality knowledge should not be locked behind paywalls or hidden in academic publications. These values shape every editorial decision and operational choice.