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Terms and Conditions

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Terms and Conditions

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Effective Date: April 20 2025

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Welcome to The Kodagu Express (www.kodaguexpress.com). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website. By using the site, you agree to comply with these Terms in full. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

 

1. Ownership and Operation

This website is owned and operated by an individual under the name The Kodagu Express. All references to "we", "us", or "our" refer to The Kodagu Express.

 

2. User Accounts and Access

To access certain features, you may be required to register an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and all activities under your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access if any misuse is detected.

 

3. User-Generated Content

Users may post comments, articles, or other content. By posting content:

  • You confirm you have the rights to publish such content.
     

  • You agree not to post anything defamatory, unlawful, or offensive.
     

  • We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion without prior notice.
     

 

4. Newsletter and Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to receive emails from us. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email or by contacting us directly.

 

5. Sponsored and Opinion Content

We occasionally publish opinion pieces and sponsored content. These will be clearly marked with appropriate disclaimers. The views expressed are those of the respective authors and not necessarily of The Kodagu Express.

 

6. Advertisements

The website displays advertisements. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the content or services offered by advertisers.(For more details, please refer to Point 14 below.)

 

7. Intellectual Property

All content published on this website, including articles, photos, videos, and logos, is the property of The Kodagu Express, unless otherwise stated.

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You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content in any manner without prior written permission. Requests may be sent to thekodaguexpress@gmail.com.

 

8. Republishing and Sharing Policy

We do not permit republishing of our content without written permission. For any syndication or usage inquiries, please contact thekodaguexpress@gmail.com.

 

9. Data Collection and Use

We collect limited user data including:

  • Names, emails, and analytics information (via cookies or IP tracking)
     

  • Data collected through registrations, newsletter subscriptions, and general site usage
     

For details, refer to our [Privacy Policy].

 

10. Legal Compliance

We operate in accordance with the applicable laws of India.

 

11. Limitation of Liability

We do our best to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. However, we do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of any content. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website.

 

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance.

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13. Content Accuracy and Legal Disclaimer
While we strive to ensure that all content on The Kodagu Express is accurate, factual, and up to date, occasional errors or omissions may occur unintentionally. We do not make any warranties or representations regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the information published. By using this website, you acknowledge that any reliance on content is at your own discretion and risk.

 

We are not legally responsible for any loss, damage, or legal implications arising directly or indirectly from the use of our content. This includes, but is not limited to, factual inaccuracies, typographical errors, or editorial oversights.

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Additionally, The Kodagu Express displays third-party advertisements and sponsored content. We do not endorse, verify, or assume any responsibility for the accuracy or legality of such content. Users are advised to independently verify any claims made in advertisements before acting upon them. We are not liable for any consequences, financial or otherwise, arising from engagement with any third-party links, sponsors, or advertisers featured on our platform.

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14. Advertisement Disclaimer
​The advertisements displayed on The Kodagu Express website (www.kodaguexpress.com), Instagram posts, X(Formerly Twitter), WhatsApp groups, and other social media handles of The Kodagu Express are provided by third-party advertisers and do not represent endorsements or recommendations by us.

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While we make efforts to ensure that advertisements meet ethical and professional standards, the accuracy, claims, or content of these advertisements are solely the responsibility of the advertisers.

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Users are advised to exercise discretion and independently verify any claims or offers presented in advertisements. The Kodagu Express disclaims all liability for any losses, damages, or inconveniences resulting from interactions with advertisers or reliance on their content.

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For more information about our advertising policies or to report concerns, please contact us at thekodaguexpress@gmail.com.

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15. Contact

For questions, complaints, or permissions, please contact:
Email: thekodaguexpress@gmail.com

By accessing this webpage, you are agreeing to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms") in a legally binding agreement between us (“Merchant”or“us” or “we”or“our” ) and the User (“you” or “your”). Please read these Terms carefully before accessing or using the Website. If you do not agree to the Terms, you may not access the Platform.We reserve the right to update and change the Terms and Conditions by posting updates and changes to the Platform. You are advised to check the Terms and Conditions from time to time for any updates or changes that may impact you. If at any point such amendments are not acceptable to you, we advise you to cease using the Platform at such time. ELIGIBILITY You hereby represent and warrant that you have the right, power, and authority to agree to the Terms, to become a party to a legally binding agreement and to perform your obligations here under. DEFINITIONS “Payment Instrument” includes credit card, debit card, bank account, prepaid payment instrument, Unified Payment Interface (UPI), Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) or any other methods of payments which shall be developed or added or deployed by banks and financial institutions from time to time. “Platform” refers to the website or platform where the Merchant offers its products or services and where the Transaction may be initiated. “Transaction” shall refer to the order or request placed by the User with the Merchant to purchase the products and/or services listed on the Platform by paying the Transaction Amount to the Merchant; “Transaction Amount” shall mean the amount paid by the User in connection with a Transaction; and “User/Users”, means any person availing the products and/or services offered on the Platform; “Website” shall mean www.instamojo.com or the mobile application MERCHANT'S RIGHTS You agree that we may collect, store, and share the information provided by you in order to deliver the products and/or services availed by you on our Platform and/or contact you in relation to the same. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You agree to provide us with true, complete and up-to-date information about yourself as may be required for the purpose of completing the Transactions. This information includes but is not limited to the personal details such as name, email address, phone number, delivery address,age, and gender (or any other information that we may deem necessary for us to fulfil the Transaction) as well as the accurate payment information required for the transaction. PROHIBITED ACTIONS You may not access or use the Platform for any purpose other than that for which we make the Platform available. The Platform may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those that are specifically endorsed or approved by us As a User of the Platform, you agree not to: Systematically retrieve data or other content from the Platform to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without written permission from us. Make any unauthorized use of the Platform, including collecting usernames and/or email addresses of users by electronic or other means for the purpose of sending unsolicited email, or creating user accounts by automated means or under false pretenses. Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Platform, including features that prevent or restrict the use or copying of any Content or enforce limitations on the use of the Platform and/or the Content contained therein. Trick, defraud, or mislead us and other users, especially in any attempt to learn sensitive account information such as user passwords. Make improper use of our support services or submit false reports of abuse or misconduct. Engage in any automated use of the system, such as using scripts to send comments or messages, or using any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools.Interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Platform or the networks or services connected to the Platform. Attempt to impersonate another user or person or use the username of another user Use any information obtained from the Platform in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person. Use the Platform as part of any effort to compete with us or otherwise use the Platform and/or the Content for any revenue-generating endeavor or commercial enterprise. Decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software comprising or in any way making up a part of the Platform. Attempt to bypass any measures of the Platform designed to prevent or restrict access to the Platform, or any portion of the Platform. Harass, annoy, intimidate, or threaten any of our employees or agents engaged in providing any portion of the Platform to you. Copy or adapt the Platform's software, including but not limited to Flash, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, or other code. Upload or transmit (or attempt to upload or to transmit) viruses, Trojan horses, or other material, including excessive use of capital letters and spamming (continuous posting of repetitive text), that interferes with any party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of the Platform or modifies, impairs, disrupts, alters, or interferes with the use, features, functions, operation, or maintenance of the Platform. Disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion, us and/or the Platform. Use the Platform in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY The User agrees that the only recourse that the User has in the event of receiving a defective product and/or deficiency in service or a product and/or service which does not match the provided description is to initiate the refund process which will be subject to the terms for refund under this agreement. We hereby expressly disclaim any liability to them for any losses. The User shall indemnify and hold harmless the Merchant and its affiliates, agents and representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, obligations, liabilities, losses, damages, injuries, costs and expenses incurred or sustained by reason of or arising out of any breach or alleged breach of any of the terms herein by the User GUIDELINES FOR REVIEWS We may provide you areas on the Platform to leave reviews or ratings. When posting a review, you must comply with the following criteria: You should have firsthand experience with the person/entity being reviewed. Your reviews should not contain offensive profanity, or abusive, racist, offensive, or hate language. Your reviews should not contain discriminatory references based on religion, race, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Your reviews should not contain references to illegal activity. You should not be affiliated with competitors if posting negative reviews. You should not make any conclusions as to the legality of conduct. You may not post any false or misleading statements. You may not organize a campaign encouraging others to post reviews, whether positive or negative. We may accept, reject, or remove reviews in our sole discretion. We have absolutely no obligation to screen reviews or to delete reviews, even if anyone considers reviews objectionable or inaccurate. Reviews are not endorsed by us, and do not necessarily represent our opinions or the views of any of our affiliates or partners. We do not assume liability for any review or for any claims, liabilities, or losses resulting from any review. By posting a review, you hereby grant to us a perpetual, non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, fully paid, assignable, and sublicensable right and license to reproduce, modify, translate, transmit by any means, display, perform and/or distribute all content relating to reviews. GOVERNING LAWS & DISPUTE RESOLUTION Please note that these terms of use, their subject matter and their formation, are governed by the laws of India . You and we both agree that the courts of India will have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute. Any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with or relating to these Terms or their breach, termination or invalidity hereof (“ Dispute”) shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration in Bengaluru in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 for the time being in force, which rules are deemed to be incorporated by reference in this clause 12.2. Within 30 (thirty) days of the issue of a notice of Dispute, the parties shall mutually agree on the appointment of a sole arbitrator. If such mutual agreement is not arrived at within the aforesaid 30 (thirty) days' period, the parties shall appoint such sole arbitrator in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The seat of arbitration shall be India and the arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in the English language. The parties shall keep the arbitration confidential and not disclose to any person, other than those necessary to the proceedings, any information, transcripts or award unless required to do so by law. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on all the parties hereto. The parties hereto agree that their consent for resolution of Dispute through arbitration shall not preclude or restrain either of them from seeking suitable injunctive relief in appropriate circumstances from courts in Bengaluru. The cost of arbitration shall be borne in the manner and by a party as determined by the arbitrators. In the meantime, each party shall bear its own cost for the arbitration which shall be reimbursed as per the directions in the arbitral award. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL You agree that if you have any question or complaint with regard to any product and/or service availed on our Platform, or pertaining to the Transaction, including but not limited to, double debit of Transaction Amount, fraudulent Transaction, unauthorized Transaction, refund requests, etc., you may reach out here DISCLAIMER That upon initiating a Transaction, you as a User are entering into a legally binding and enforceable contract with us to purchase the products and/or services, and you shall pay the price as listed on the Platform through legitimate and legal sources of funds and through the accepted Payment Instruments. That you shall provide accurate payment details to the secure payment system for making purchase on the Platform. The information provided by you may be utilized or shared with any third party if required in relation to fraud verifications or by law, regulation or court order. We expressly disclaim all liabilities that may arise as a consequence of any unauthorized use of a User’s Payment Instrument. That all payments undertaken by you are subject to your own risk and volition. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage occurred to you arising directly or indirectly due to the decline of authorization for any Transaction, malfunction, errors and/or unscrupulous activities. If you receive a User identification code, order ID, password or any other piece of information as part of our security procedures, you must treat such information as confidential. You must not disclose it to any third party. The content on our Platform is provided for general information only. The information provided does not to amount to advice from us in any manner and should not be relied upon. Where our Platform contains links to other websites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for your information only. Such links should not be interpreted as approval by us of those linked websites or information you may obtain from them. This Platform includes information and materials uploaded by other Users of the Platform. You understand that such information and materials have not been verified or approved by us. The views expressed by other Users on our Platform do not represent our views or values. We do not guarantee that our Platform will be secure or free from bugs or viruses. You are responsible for configuring your information technology, computer programs and platform to access our Platform. You must use your own virus protection software.

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Upon completing a Transaction, you are entering into a legally binding and enforceable agreement with us to purchase the product and/or service. After this point the User may cancel the Transaction unless it has been specifically provided for on the Platform. In which case, the cancellation will be subject to the terms mentioned on the Platform. We shall retain the discretion in approving any cancellation requests and we may ask for additional details before approving any requests. Once you have received the product and/or service, the only event where you can request for a replacement or a return and a refund is if the product and/or service does not match the description as mentioned on the Platform. Any request for refund must be submitted within three days from the date of the Transaction or such number of days prescribed on the Platform, which shall in no event be less than three days. A User may submit a claim for a refund for a purchase made, by raising a ticket here or contacting us on seller+3bb0d93af7fe48a4ad522df86d6d1ea9@instamojo.com and providing a clear and specific reason for the refund request, including the exact terms that have been violated, along with any proof, if required. Whether a refund will be provided will be determined by us, and we may ask for additional details before approving any requests.

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