The Quint

The Quint is a digital news and views platform based in India. It was launched in March 2015 and has since become known for its mobile-first approach and interactive storytelling formats. The site covers a wide range of topics including politics, policy, gender, entertainment, sports, health and wellness, web culture, and more. The Quint's team includes reporters, storytellers, editors, video and audio producers, designers, product managers, and data analysts who are committed to producing credible and community-driven journalism. The site also has a robust citizen journalism vertical called My Report and a fact-checking arm called WebQoof which debunks mis/disinformation in both Hindi and English.

68%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • India is falsely accused of refusing to be part of Operation Prosperity Guardian
  • Iran is portrayed as the aggressor in some articles when it was actually responding to attacks from Baloch separatist groups
  • The Quint's articles show a pro-Palestinian perspective

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • However, the site does have a pro-Palestinian perspective which could be seen as a conflict of interest in some cases
  • The Quint's articles do not show any clear conflicts of interest

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Attacks by Iran-backed militia groups have not increased without evidence to support this claim
  • Cancer remains the leading cause of death globally but is also said to be curable in another article
  • The Red Sea has not become extensively militarised as claimed in one article

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • For example, one article states that cancer can affect any organ or tissue in the body and can spread from one body part to another without providing any scientific evidence
  • The Quint's articles often contain deceptive statements or lack evidence to support their claims

Recent Articles

  • Iran and Pakistan Engage in Retaliatory Strikes Against Each Other's Militant Groups

    Iran and Pakistan Engage in Retaliatory Strikes Against Each Other's Militant Groups

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 January 2024 Iran and Pakistan are engaged in a retaliatory strike against each other's militant groups, with the latest attack by Iran targeting Pakistani insurgents on their border. In response, Pakistan conducted strikes against Iranian targets within its own territory.
  • Red Sea Becomes Flashpoint in Israel-Iran Conflict, Global Trade Suffers as Houthi Militants Target Shipping with Impunity

    Red Sea Becomes Flashpoint in Israel-Iran Conflict, Global Trade Suffers as Houthi Militants Target Shipping with Impunity

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 January 2024 The Red Sea has become a major flashpoint in the conflict between Israel and Iran, with Houthi militants targeting shipping for months despite warnings. As a result, global trade has declined significantly due to increased freight costs and doubled prices after attacks by the Houthis. The US Navy SEALs seized Iranian-made missile parts bound for Yemen in a raid last week but two commandos went missing. A new ship came under suspected fire from the Houthis and sustained damage.
  • Iran Faces Public Anger After Deadly ISIS Attack in Kerman

    Iran Faces Public Anger After Deadly ISIS Attack in Kerman

    Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024 Iran faces public anger after ISIS takes responsibility for deadly bombings in Kerman, killing 88 and injuring more than 200. The government initially blamed Israel but later claimed another enemy was responsible. Terrorism exposes a vulnerability Iran doesn't want to admit as it has been using its military presence in Iraq and Syria to keep terrorist groups at bay, but this sense of security was shattered on Wednesday with the deadliest attack since 1979. ISIS claims responsibility and threatens more attacks against Iran.

  • Israel Expands Ground Operations in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict

    Broke On: Monday, 30 October 2023 Israel has expanded its ground operations in Gaza on October 30, 2023. The operations are aimed at targeting Hamas' infrastructure and leadership. The escalation has led to increased casualties and a worsening humanitarian situation. A 36-hour blackout in Gaza has raised concerns about the impact of the conflict on civilians.