DNPA Code of Ethics | Mumbaiker.com

Purpose

At Mumbaiker, we uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in every aspect of our operations. This DNPA Code of Ethics ensures that all members of our team act with honesty, transparency, and accountability, adhering to all relevant laws and prioritising the public’s trust. Our commitment to ethical journalism is reflected in our editorial decisions, content creation, and interactions with our readers.

Gifts, Favours, and Payments

Gifts, Favours, and Payments by the Company

Gifts, favours, and payments made by Mumbaiker must always align with accepted business practices. These gifts should be of limited value, comply with applicable laws, and avoid situations where they could be perceived as bribery or undue influence.

Any payments, commissions, or compensation to associates of customers (or their associates) must be covered by a formal, written contract.

Payments made by the company must never result in public embarrassment, nor should they influence editorial decisions.

Gifts, Favors, Entertainment, and Payments Received

Our team members are prohibited from seeking or accepting gifts, favors, entertainment, or payments without a legitimate business purpose. This includes:

Gifts of significant value from vendors, customers, or anyone doing business with Mumbaiker.

Common courtesies, such as small promotional gifts, are acceptable but must not influence decision-making or editorial processes.

Mumbaiker strictly forbids the acceptance of cash or its equivalent (e.g., marketable securities).

Conflicts of Interest

We strive to maintain transparency in all professional relationships. Our associates must avoid situations where personal interests conflict with the interests of Mumbaiker.

Associates must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as ownership in competing businesses or relationships with key figures in entities doing business with the company.

Any association that could interfere with impartial decision-making must be reported immediately to management.

Confidential Information

The unauthorised disclosure or use of confidential information is strictly prohibited. This includes:

Information related to editorial decisions, financials, or any internal affairs.

Any breach of confidentiality will result in disciplinary action, including termination.

Social Media Guidelines

Introduction

Social media posts by our associates should reflect sound judgment, as these are public statements that can impact the company’s reputation.

Be Careful What You Post

Associates are personally responsible for the content they post online. Inappropriate or harmful posts can result in disciplinary action.

Any references to Mumbaiker should clearly state that opinions expressed are personal and not representative of the company.

Be Respectful and Professional

Posts should always be courteous and professional, avoiding content that could be seen as offensive, threatening, or harmful.

Associates must respect privacy and refrain from posting misleading or false information about individuals or organisations.

Be Honest and Accurate

We expect complete honesty and accuracy when using social media. Mistakes should be promptly corrected, and changes to posts must be transparent.

Respect Laws and Confidentiality

Associates must comply with all legal requirements, including privacy and copyright laws. Confidential information must never be disclosed without prior authorisation.

Plagiarism and Fairness

Plagiarism

At Mumbaiker, we have a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. All content must be original or properly credited. Copying another work without permission is not acceptable under any circumstances.

Fairness

We strive for fairness in all reporting. Reporters are expected to seek both sides of a story, ensuring that those accused have an opportunity to respond.

Accusations must be reported with due diligence, providing all parties with the chance to share their perspectives.

Compliance and Reporting Violations

Any violations of this Code of Ethics will be met with disciplinary actions, up to and including termination. Associates are obligated to report any violations they encounter to management, with no retaliation permitted against whistleblowers.

Contact Us

For any concerns regarding our DNPA Code of Ethics, please contact us at [email protected]. We welcome feedback to improve our practices and maintain the integrity of our content.