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by jeswin 2141 days ago
> Calling customer care is possible but if they ask for verification then again you don’t have your phone.

Card blocking is easier with phone calls. With most banks, there's a direct option right at the start via IVR - the operator will confirm basic personal details (like DOB), and done.

I have had to do it more times than I should have had to.