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Govt removes three Chinese apps linked to e-vehicle shutdowns

Govt removes three Chinese apps linked to e-vehicle shutdowns

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The government on Friday ordered removal of three Chinese apps — BAT-BMS, Lossigy, Epoch-i-ion —  that were being misused to remotely disable battery-operated vehicles in the country, sources said on Friday. The action from the government came after some videos surfaced showing that some e-rickshaws were being rendered inoperable through a remote shutdown feature linked to the Chinese smartphone application BAT-BMS. These videos sparked widespread concerns over the cybersecurity risks posed by such internet-connected vehicle management systems.  Many e-rickshaw drivers operating across Delhi’s busy Metro corridors say they are living in fear after a smartphone application allegedly began shutting down their vehicles in the middle of the road, leaving them stranded amid speeding traffic and exposing passengers to accidents. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own …

Restaurateurs claim losses of up to 50% as Pune Police enforce 10 pm shutdowns | Pune News

Restaurateurs claim losses of up to 50% as Pune Police enforce 10 pm shutdowns | Pune News

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4 min readPuneMay 26, 2026 09:06 PM IST Food wastage, fear and weekend revenue losses of up to 50 per cent — these are some of the consequences after police suddenly began enforcing a 10 pm shutdown deadline on restaurants in Camp, Kothrud, Paud Road and Deccan between Friday and Sunday. Kishore Sarpotdar, president of the Pune Restaurant and Catering Association and a committee member of the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), said restaurants typically meet weekly targets over weekends, with most dinner business picking up after 9 pm. “Many restaurants lost their prime business and incurred huge losses due to prepared food going to waste and income loss because of the sudden action taken by some police stations. There was confusion among restaurants, permit rooms and bars. Everybody comes under pressure when this kind of action is taken by the police department without informing us in advance,” said Sarpotdar. A member of the Pune Restaurants and Hoteliers Association (PRAHA) recounted that, in one case, a local police team arrived at a packed restaurant …

Shutdowns disrupt life across Manipur amid ongoing unrest

Shutdowns disrupt life across Manipur amid ongoing unrest

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Shutdowns called by different ethnic organisations affected life in 12 of 16 districts of Manipur on Wednesday. All five valley districts remained impacted day four of a five-day shutdown called by a Joint Action Committee (JAC) protesting the April 7 bomb attack at Tronglaobi in Bishnupur district, in which two children were killed. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns amid LPG crisis across Maharashtra

Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns amid LPG crisis across Maharashtra

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 The West Asia conflict has begun squeezing fuel supplies in India, and Pune’s hospitality sector is already feeling the heat. Commercial LPG supply to hotels and restaurants in the city has been halted, raising fears of widespread shutdowns across the food industry. Industry bodies warn that if supplies are not restored within days, thousands of eateries could close temporarily, disrupting daily meals for residents and threatening the livelihoods of thousands of workers dependent on the sector.  Key number What it means 10,000+  Restaurants, snack centres, and mess facilities in Pune 80 per cent  Eateries that could shut within 2–3 days 1 cylinder/month New booking limit for domestic LPG Rs 900 Normal price of a commercial cylinder Rs 2300 Reported black-market price Global ripple effect triggered the crisis War disrupting crude oil and LPG flows Fuel allocation prioritised for domestic households Commercial supply temporarily suspended Suppliers say the decision aims to prevent shortages for household cooking gas. Industry alarm Ganesh Shetty President, Pune Restaurants and Hoteliers Association (PRAHA) “The condition is very bad. There is no …

LPG shortage hits several Indian cities; hotels warn of shutdowns

LPG shortage hits several Indian cities; hotels warn of shutdowns

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Several cities across India are facing a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, prompting warnings from hotel and restaurant associations about possible shutdowns. Hospitality industry bodies in cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai say irregular gas supplies over the past few days have disrupted kitchen operations, forcing some eateries to cut menus, reduce working hours and temporarily halt services. The sector has urged the Centre to intervene and ensure uninterrupted LPG supply to prevent further disruption to food services. The shortage comes amid supply disruptions linked to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States. The conflict has affected global energy shipping routes, including the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key corridor for oil and gas supplies. Restaurants struggle as LPG supply becomes irregular Industry bodies say restaurants are finding it increasingly difficult to procure commercial LPG cylinders, which are essential for daily operations. Many establishments have begun reducing menus and operating hours to conserve gas. The hospitality sector has urged the Centre to intervene and …

Top 5 Ways to Bypass Internet Shutdowns

Top 5 Ways to Bypass Internet Shutdowns

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It used to be that a government shutting down internet access was an extreme move taken in times of severe upheaval. However, the practice has become increasingly common, as internet shutdowns have been used during elections and student exams. Sometimes, it’s the whole internet. But more often, and on a longer-term basis, it’s blocking certain services. But there are steps you can take if service is affected. And it’s good to plan ahead. Here are five tips to help you stay online during an internet shutdown: 1. VPNs. Get a good virtual private network that you can trust. You may even need two in case one is successfully blocked itself. A VPN encrypts your internet traffic and protects your online privacy. Because the VPN redirects the IP address, the user’s identity and location remain private. This means a VPN could help you access the broader network if your local internet connection is blocked. SEE: What Is a VPN? Definition, How It Works, and More (TechRepublic) Must-read IoT coverage 2. A mesh network. This is a …

WhatsApp Proxy Support Officially Launched to Help Users Bypass Internet Shutdowns: All You Need to Know

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WhatsApp announced on Thursday that it is bringing proxy support to the popular encrypted messaging service. Users around the world will be able to continue using WhatsApp even if their connection to the company’s servers is blocked or disrupted. Using a proxy allows users to connect to WhatsApp via servers set up by volunteers and organisations all over the world who are dedicated to allowing people to communicate freely. According to WhatsApp, connecting via proxy retains the same level of privacy and security as the app, and personal messages are still secured by end-to-end encryption. The news comes after Iran’s local government blocked access to WhatsApp and Instagram in 2022 after protesters used both platforms to disseminate information about violations of human rights in the country. WhatsApp says it is working to ensure that “these internet shutdowns never occur.” “Our wish for 2023 is that these internet shutdowns never occur,” WhatsApp wrote in a blog post. “Disruptions like we’ve seen in Iran for months on end deny people’s human rights and cut people off from …