Jyotir AI

Editorial Standards & Methodology

How we ensure quality, accuracy, and authenticity in everything we publish on Jyotir AI

Our Commitment to Quality

At Jyotir AI, we take content quality seriously. While this is a solo passion project, I've established clear standards and processes to ensure that every piece of content — whether AI predictions, blog articles, or educational guides — meets high standards for accuracy, authenticity, and usefulness.

This page documents our editorial methodology, fact-checking processes, and commitment to transparency. If you find errors or have concerns about our content, please contact us immediately.

Core Editorial Principles

Authenticity First

Every astrological interpretation must be backed by classical Vedic texts. No invented or fabricated astrological principles. All claims cite specific sources with chapter and verse references.

Transparency Always

We show our sources, explain our reasoning, and make it easy for readers to verify claims themselves. No mysticism, no hidden methodologies, no black boxes.

Education Over Selling

Content prioritizes helping readers learn and understand Vedic astrology, not just converting them to paid features. Educational value comes before commercial goals.

Honest About Limitations

We clearly state what Vedic astrology can and cannot do. No medical claims, no financial guarantees, no guaranteed predictions. All content includes appropriate disclaimers.

How Different Content Types Are Created

1. AI Predictions & Interpretations

When users ask questions or request birth chart analysis, our AI system generates predictions following strict guidelines:

Step 1: Astronomical Calculation

Birth chart calculations use Swiss Ephemeris — the gold-standard astronomical library developed by Astrodienst AG and used by NASA. This ensures:

  • Planetary positions accurate to fractions of an arc-second
  • Historical accuracy from 5401 BCE to 5399 CE
  • All major celestial bodies (Sun, Moon, planets, Rahu/Ketu)
  • Precise house calculations using Whole Sign system (default for Vedic)

Step 2: Text Retrieval (RAG System)

Our Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) system searches through 19,627 verified text chunks from 45+ classical Vedic texts:

  • Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (foundation of Vedic astrology)
  • Jaimini Sutras (advanced predictive techniques)
  • Phaladeepika (comprehensive predictions)
  • Saravali (planetary combinations)
  • Jataka Parijata, Hora Ratnam, Uttara Kalamrita, and 38+ more

Quality Control: All text chunks are manually reviewed before being embedded in the system to ensure accurate transcription from original texts.

Step 3: AI Generation with Safeguards

The AI generates interpretations based on retrieved texts with anti-hallucination safeguards:

  • Grounded generation: AI instructed to ONLY use information from retrieved classical texts, not general training data
  • Mandatory citations: Every claim must reference specific text, chapter, and verse
  • Confidence thresholds: If no relevant text is found, AI says "I don't have information about this" rather than guessing
  • No fabrication: AI cannot invent astrological principles or make unsupported claims

2. Blog Articles & Educational Guides

All blog content follows a rigorous research and review process:

1Research & Topic Selection

Topics are chosen based on user questions, gaps in available content, and educational value. I research each topic using classical Vedic texts, reputable astrology books, and scholarly sources.

2Writing Process

All articles are written or heavily edited by me (Kartik Jangid). While I may use AI tools to assist with drafting or research, final content is always human-authored and fact-checked. No purely AI-generated content is published.

3Fact-Checking

Astrological claims are verified against at least 2-3 classical texts. Technical information (astronomical data, calculations) is cross-checked with reputable sources like Swiss Ephemeris documentation and academic papers.

4Source Citation

When referencing classical texts, we include chapter and verse numbers. When referencing modern sources, we link to original publications or cite author and title.

5Final Review

Before publication, I review for clarity, accuracy, appropriate disclaimers, and readability. All content must meet our quality standards before going live.

What We Don't Do

To maintain trust and quality, Jyotir AI explicitly does NOT:

  • Publish AI-generated content without human review and editing
  • Make medical diagnoses or health claims
  • Provide financial investment advice or guarantees
  • Make absolute predictions about death, marriage dates, or lottery numbers
  • Plagiarize or copy content from other astrology websites
  • Use clickbait titles or misleading headlines
  • Keyword-stuff or write content solely for SEO purposes
  • Sell or share user data with third parties for marketing

Corrections & Updates Policy

We're committed to accuracy, but mistakes can happen. When errors are discovered:

Minor Corrections (typos, formatting)

Fixed immediately without notification. "Last Updated" date is updated.

Factual Errors (incorrect astrological claims, wrong calculations)

Corrected immediately with a correction notice added at the top of the article:

Correction (Date):

An earlier version of this article stated [incorrect information]. This has been corrected to [accurate information]. We regret the error.

Major Revisions (content needs significant rewrite)

Article is revised with update notice explaining what changed and why. If scope changes significantly, old content may be archived and new article published.

To report errors or suggest corrections, please contact us.

Sources We Trust

When researching and fact-checking content, we rely on:

Classical Vedic Texts

  • Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra
  • Jaimini Sutras
  • Phaladeepika
  • Saravali
  • Jataka Parijata
  • Hora Ratnam
  • Uttara Kalamrita
  • And 38+ more classical texts

Modern Scholarly Works

  • Books by B.V. Raman
  • Works by K.N. Rao
  • Academic papers on Vedic astronomy
  • Swiss Ephemeris documentation
  • Reputable astrology research publications

Note: We do NOT use other astrology blogs, Wikipedia, or unverified internet sources as primary references. All claims trace back to classical texts or reputable scholarly works.

User Privacy & Data Ethics

Beyond content quality, we're committed to ethical handling of user data:

  • Local storage first: Birth details stored in your browser, not permanently on our servers
  • No data selling: We never sell, share, or use your personal data for marketing
  • Transparent processing: When data is sent to AI providers (Groq, OpenAI), we clearly state this in our Privacy Policy
  • User control: You can delete all your data anytime through browser settings

See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

Questions About Our Standards?

If you have questions about our editorial process, found an error, or want to suggest improvements to our methodology, please contact us. We're always working to improve our standards and welcome feedback.

Last Updated: January 4, 2026

We may update these editorial standards as our processes evolve. Material changes will be noted here.