How to check the source behind a financial news story

When a story cites a rate, policy or statistic, look for the original document, effective date and update time.

Look for the primary source

For monetary policy check NRB, for tax notices check IRD, for securities regulation check SEBON and for insurance matters check NIA or the responsible official body.

Check the date

Old rates or circulars can be reshared as if they are new. Look at both publication and effective dates.

Does the headline match the document?

Check whether the story’s headline makes a stronger claim than the official document supports.

Official / trusted reference

Aarthik Patrika — Sources & Verification Methodology ↗

Learning content is general financial education, not individualized advice.

Action for Today

Find the original source link behind one financial news story you read today.