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NPCI offers essential tips to prevent digital payment fraud this Diwali
Mumbai: As the festive season ignites a surge in shopping, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) emphasises the importance of digital payment security. With many customers often overlooking crucial safety practices, financial losses and emotional distress can occur. NPCI shares key advice to help shoppers navigate the festive season securely and enjoy their shopping experiences.
Flashy offers and discounts may lead to impulse buying, but rushing to avail these deals can cause you to overlook the legitimacy of the platform. Always conduct thorough research on unfamiliar sellers and untrustworthy businesses.
When signing up for offers, refrain from sharing excessive personal information that isn’t required, as this increases the risk of data theft.
Avoid making purchases on unsecure networks, such as open Wi-Fi at shopping malls, which can expose your financial information to hackers.
During the festive season, as shopping frequency increases, customers often lose track of their orders, making them vulnerable to phishing scams. Always double-check payment links before clicking to avoid fake delivery notifications.
Finally, avoid using simple or default passwords for your accounts, as these make you an easy target for hackers. Create strong, unique passwords for each account to enhance security.
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
