Journalists urged to fact-check reports during Nellore training programme

Journalists in Nellore attended a training programme about reporting news accurately.

They were told to check facts before publishing a story.

Incorrect reports can frighten people and sometimes create problems.

Reporters were encouraged to use online tools to check pictures and information.

They were also asked to visit places where incidents happened.

News desks and field reporters should work closely together.

Crime reporters should compare complaints with official police records.

People should be called accused until a court decides whether they are guilty.