Comment Moderation Policy

Our Goal

At Nepal News, we encourage readers to discuss, debate, and engage with the content we publish. Our aim is to create a platform that is inclusive, respectful, and safe, where readers can share intelligent commentary, challenge ideas, and engage in constructive dialogue.

We believe open discussion is essential for a healthy public debate, but it must be balanced with responsible behavior and respect for all members of our community.

Moderation Process

All comments submitted on nepalnews.com or via our mobile applications are moderated before publication. We do not edit comments for content, but we may correct minor spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors for readability.

• Comments are reviewed by trained moderators to ensure they comply with this policy.
• Moderation may take several hours, depending on the volume of submissions.
• Once approved, comments become visible on the site and may also appear in our print publications.

Guidelines for Commenting

To maintain meaningful and constructive discussion, all users are expected to follow these guidelines:

1. Respect Others: Do not post language that is offensive, discriminatory, or targeted at a person, group, or community based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or appearance.
   • Example: “X community can hardly be expected to perform this job.”
2. No Personal Attacks: Avoid attacking authors, contributors, or fellow commenters.
   • Example: “The writer has clearly been paid off to write this piece.”
3. Stay On-Topic: Comments should relate to the article or discussion. Off-topic remarks may be removed to keep discussions focused and meaningful.
4. Avoid Legal Risks: Do not post defamatory, libelous, or copyright-infringing comments. Comments that could lead to legal action will not be approved.
5. No Commercial Promotion: Comments of a commercial nature, including advertising or frequent external links, are prohibited.
6. Sensitive Content: Comments quoting religious texts, promoting terrorism, inciting violence, or engaging in hate speech will be deleted.
7. Spam & Repetition: Repeated or identical comments across multiple posts will be removed.
8. No “Shouting”: Comments written entirely in CAPITAL LETTERS are discouraged and may be removed.

Comment Duration

• Comments are generally open for 72 hours from the moment an article is published.
• In exceptional cases, moderators may extend the discussion window for particularly significant topics.

FAQs

Why wasn’t my comment approved?

• It may be pending moderation due to high submission volumes.
• It may have violated the comment guidelines (personal attacks, off-topic content, or legal concerns).

What if I think my comment should have been approved?

• Email us at [email protected] with the following details:
  1. Link to the article you commented on
  2. Name and email used when submitting the comment
  3. Full text of the comment
  4. Reason why you believe it should have been approved

We will review your complaint and respond promptly.

How can I report a comment that violates the guidelines?

• Leave a short note in the same comment thread alerting moderators (e.g., “Please check comment by XYZ”).
• Or email us at [email protected] with the subject line: “Reporting Comment.” Include the article link and the offending comment.

Do Comments Represent Nepal News?

Comments reflect the views of individual users and do not represent the opinions or positions of Nepal News, its staff, or contributors. We host diverse perspectives, including opposing views, provided they comply with our guidelines.

Third-Party Comments

Some articles on Nepal News may allow comments via third-party platforms, such as Facebook, Disqus, or other comment plugins. This ensures that even in third-party comment sections, our community standards and commitment to a safe, respectful environment are maintained. In these cases:

• Comments may be published directly by the third-party system without prior moderation by Nepal News.
• Nepal News is not responsible for the immediate content posted through these platforms.

However, we take community safety seriously:

• If a comment posted via a third-party system violates our Comment Moderation Policy, readers can report it to us.
• Upon receiving a complaint or feedback, Nepal News will review the comment and remove it if it is found to breach our guidelines.

Our Commitment

Nepal News is committed to fostering a safe, informed, and respectful community where diverse viewpoints are welcomed. By following these guidelines, readers help maintain an environment where civil debate thrives and everyone feels valued and protected.