Terms of Service

Welcome to Bengal Xpress. By accessing or using our website at https://bengalxpress.in, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree, you are prohibited from using this site.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, Bengal Xpress and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software.

You may view, download, and print pages from our website for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to the restrictions set out in these terms. You must not:

• Republish, sell, or redistribute material from this website
• Reproduce or duplicate material for commercial purposes
• Modify or create derivative works based on our content

3. User Content

When you submit comments, feedback, or other content to our website, you grant Bengal Xpress a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content in any media.

You warrant that your content:

• Does not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights
• Is not defamatory, offensive, or unlawful
• Does not contain viruses, malicious code, or spam

4. Use of Website

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site. Prohibited activities include:

• Engaging in any form of data harvesting or scraping
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfering with the proper functioning of the website
• Transmitting malicious software or harmful code

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided "as is" without any representations or warranties, express or implied. Bengal Xpress makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content on this site.

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, news articles and other content may contain errors or omissions. We reserve the right to correct any errors without prior notice.

6. Limitation of Liability

Bengal Xpress shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of this website, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits.

7. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content and practices of these sites and assume no responsibility for their practices. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by Bengal Xpress.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our website immediately, without prior notice, for any violation of these Terms of Service or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Bangladesh. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bangladesh.

10. Ownership & Funding

Bengal Xpress is owned and operated by Bengal Xpress Media, founded by journalist and entrepreneur Dwip Narayan Chakraborty.

The platform is primarily funded through:

• Digital Advertising: Display advertisements served through Google AdSense and direct ad partnerships.
• Sponsored Content: Clearly labeled sponsored articles and brand collaborations.
• Affiliate Partnerships: Carefully selected affiliate links that may earn a small commission at no extra cost to readers.

We maintain strict editorial independence. No advertiser, sponsor, or funding source has any influence over our news coverage, story selection, or editorial decisions. All sponsored content is clearly marked as "Sponsored" or "Paid Partnership" to maintain transparency with our readers.

Bengal Xpress does not accept funding from political organizations or entities that could compromise our journalistic integrity. We believe in full transparency — if you have questions about our funding, please reach out to us.

11. Corrections Policy

At Bengal Xpress, we are committed to accuracy and accountability. Despite our rigorous editorial processes, errors may occasionally occur. When they do, we correct them promptly and transparently.

How We Handle Corrections

• Minor Errors: Typographical errors, factual inaccuracies that do not change the meaning of the article (e.g., a misspelled name, incorrect date) are corrected immediately, and a note is added at the bottom of the article indicating the correction.
• Significant Errors: Errors that materially affect the understanding of a story are corrected with an editor's note explaining what was changed and why.
• Retractions: In cases where an article is found to be fundamentally inaccurate, the article may be retracted entirely. A retraction notice will be published explaining the reason for removal.

Requesting a Correction

If you believe we have published inaccurate information, please contact our editorial team immediately at info@bengalxpress.in with:

• The article title and URL
• The specific error you identified
• Supporting evidence or sources for the correct information

We review all correction requests promptly and will respond within 48 hours. If a correction is warranted, it will be published with full transparency.

12. Ethics & Fact-Checking Policy

Bengal Xpress adheres to the highest standards of journalistic ethics. Our editorial team follows a strict code of conduct based on principles of truth, accuracy, fairness, and accountability.

Our Ethical Principles

• Truth & Accuracy: We strive to report facts verified from multiple reliable sources. Every story undergoes editorial review before publication.
• Independence: Our journalists operate free from political, commercial, or personal bias. We do not accept payments or favors in exchange for coverage.
• Fairness: We present multiple perspectives on controversial issues and strive to represent all sides fairly. Subjects of critical stories are given an opportunity to respond before publication.
• Accountability: We take responsibility for our content. Errors are corrected promptly, and feedback from readers is taken seriously.
• Privacy: We respect the privacy of individuals and avoid unnecessary intrusion. We do not publish personal information without consent unless it is clearly in the public interest.

Fact-Checking Process

Our fact-checking process includes the following steps:

• Source Verification: All claims are verified against primary sources, official documents, or multiple independent reports before publication.
• Editorial Review: Every article is reviewed by at least one editor before publication to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to our ethical guidelines.
• Sourcing Transparency: We attribute information to identifiable sources whenever possible. When confidentiality is necessary to protect a source, we explain the reason for anonymity.
• Corrections: If a factual error is identified post-publication, it is corrected transparently per our Corrections Policy.

Reporting Standards

• We distinguish clearly between news reporting and opinion/editorial content.
• Headlines and social media posts accurately reflect the content of the article and are not misleading.
• Images and videos are used in their proper context and are not manipulated to mislead.
• We avoid plagiarism and always attribute sources properly.

Conflict of Interest

Our journalists and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Staff members are prohibited from reporting on subjects in which they have a personal financial or political interest. Any sponsored or promotional content is clearly labeled to distinguish it from independent editorial content.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the website after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at info@bengalxpress.in.