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Anupam Mittal takes a spin in Dupahiya as he makes his acting debut
MUMBAI: Anupam Mittal is switching gears from the boardroom to the big screen well, almost. The Shark Tank India judge and entrepreneur is making his acting debut in Dupahiya, Prime Video’s upcoming dramedy, bringing his signature business wisdom to the show’s small-town chaos.
In a recently released promo, Mittal finds himself in the thick of Dupahiya’s central plot, a missing motorcycle that turns an entire village upside down. Blending sharp humour with his entrepreneurial persona, he playfully evaluates the stolen bike’s “business potential,” making for a tongue-in-cheek crossover that has already sparked buzz online.
Set in a North Indian village, Dupahiya promises a laughter-packed ride, combining love, family, and unexpected twists in a fresh take on rural storytelling. With its sharp wit, vibrant characters, and now, an unexpected pop-culture twist, the show is primed to become a fan-favourite.
As Prime Video gears up for the grand premiere of Dupahiya, this surprise collaboration ensures that the show’s promotional campaign is just as entertaining as the series itself. Buckle up, this dramedy is about to take audiences on a joyride!
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What SMS letters G, T, S and P mean and how they help spot scams
Small alphabet tags on messages reveal whether texts are government or ads.
MUMBAI: Sometimes the smallest letter in a message can be the biggest clue. In an age where smartphone users receive dozens of alerts every day, the tiny alphabet appearing at the end of many SMS messages can reveal whether a text is official, transactional, service related or simply promotional. Understanding these tags can help users quickly identify legitimate messages and stay alert to potential scams.
Under telecom regulations in India, SMS senders are required to categorise messages based on their purpose. As a result, many texts end with a single letter that indicates the type of communication being sent.
If an SMS ends with the letter G, it typically means the message has been sent by a government authority. These alerts may include information about public services, government schemes, safety advisories or emergency notifications such as natural disaster warnings.
A message ending with the letter T signals a transactional SMS. These are usually sent by banks, financial institutions or digital services to confirm activities such as payments, account updates or one time passwords (OTPs).
The letter S represents a service related message. These notifications commonly come from companies and online platforms providing updates about services or orders. For instance, e commerce platforms like Amazon or Flipkart often send delivery updates and order confirmations that end with the letter S.
Meanwhile, SMS messages ending with the letter P are promotional in nature. These texts are typically marketing communications sent by businesses advertising products, offers or services such as education programmes, fashion sales or loan schemes.
Understanding these simple tags can also help users stay cautious about fraudulent messages. Cybersecurity experts note that scam messages often do not follow these regulated formats and may arrive without any category letter at the end.
While the absence of a tag does not automatically mean a message is fraudulent, it can serve as an early warning sign encouraging users to verify the source before clicking links or sharing personal information.
For those who wish to reduce marketing texts altogether, telecom operators also provide Do Not Disturb (DND) options.
Users of Jio can activate DND through the MyJio app by navigating to the menu, selecting settings and enabling the DND option with preferred filters.
Similarly, subscribers of Airtel and Vi can enable the same feature through their respective mobile apps to block promotional messages.
In a digital world flooded with alerts and notifications, recognising what a single letter means could make the difference between a harmless update and a potential scam.
