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  Online trading scam: Why Indians keep falling for it and how to stay safe

  Technology | August 04, 2025 14:31 IST

  Online trading scams in India continue to rise as fraudsters use fake apps, celebrity endorsements, and high-return promises to lure victims. Many fall into the trap due to greed, lack of awareness, or poor financial literacy.

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  Cyber fraud in Mumbai: Woman duped of Rs 4 Lakh by impersonators posing as senior police officials

  Maharashtra | July 31, 2025 7:24 IST

  Cyber fraud in Mumbai: According to details shared by the police, a woman employed in Andheri received a call from an unfamiliar number on July 19 at approximately 12:30 pm. The caller informed her that her Aadhaar card had allegedly been used to open several bank accounts.

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  Govt took four to five major steps to deal with cyber crimes: Jyotiraditya Scindia

  Technology | July 30, 2025 16:57 IST

  Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia informed the Lok Sabha about the initiatives that the government has undertaken to curb cyber crimes in the country.

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  Google, X putting Indians at risk: Unchecked ads on these platforms helping scammers

  Technology | July 24, 2025 16:44 IST

  These advertisements feature deceptive news articles that appear genuine and encourage users to invest in fake platforms, ultimately scamming them out of their money.

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  Two Bengaluru women forced to strip, held hostage in nine-hour ‘digital arrest’ scam

  Karnataka | July 23, 2025 18:23 IST

  Two women in Bengaluru were held hostage for nearly nine hours in a “digital arrest” scam by cybercriminals posing as Mumbai police. The fraudsters accused them of involvement in crimes like money laundering and murder, shared accurate personal details, and demanded money.

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  Police nabs interstate gang behind social media investment scams: Tips to protect yourself

  Technology | July 22, 2025 20:11 IST

  The gang was targeting victims through social media by offering high returns on investment. Here are some useful tips to protect yourself from these kinds of scams.

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  Work-from-home scam busted in Delhi: How scam unfolded and essential tips to protect yourself

  Technology | July 22, 2025 16:51 IST

  After receiving the initial payout, the victim was deceived into making deposits in exchange for promised high returns. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself from such scams.

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  Indians lost over Rs 22,845 crore to cyber fraud in 2024; incidents skyrocket by 206%: Government

  Technology | July 22, 2025 16:24 IST

  The information was provided by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, in response to a written question in the Lok Sabha.

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  Urgent cyber alert: Fake Parivahan software scam spreads nationwide; how to spot and avoid

  Technology | July 21, 2025 12:44 IST

  Kochi police recently arrested individuals from Uttar Pradesh who were targeting victims by using data obtained from Telegram bots.

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  Telangana Cyber Security Bureau unmasks investment fraud: Know how to protect yourself

  Technology | July 21, 2025 12:00 IST

  The fraudsters targeted the investor through a messaging app and tricked him into downloading an investment app. The fraud was conducted from abroad.

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  Government issues urgent warning: Delete these apps now, do not download

  Technology | July 20, 2025 17:53 IST

  The government has advised users to remove several apps from their phones to protect against cyber criminals. These apps can lead to personal data breaches and significant fraud.

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  Union minister Chirag Paswan gets death threat on social media, Patna Police begins probe

  India | July 12, 2025 0:00 IST

  The death threat to Chirag Paswan was sent on Instagram in which the suspect claimed to target the leader through a bomb. Patna Police have lodged a case and an investigation is underway.

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  Racket stole Indian citizens' identities for SIM cards to commit cyber frauds

  Technology | July 11, 2025 11:33 IST

  Stolen identities were used to commit cybercrime. OTPs from these SIM cards were used to activate various WhatsApp accounts and carry out criminal activities.

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  CBI raids 19 locations, arrests 6 operatives of cybercrime syndicate targeting Japanese citizens

  India | May 29, 2025 12:53 IST

  During the search operation, the CBI arrested six key operatives and dismantled two illegal call centres engaged in a sophisticated transnational tech support scam targeting Japanese citizens.

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  'Trump Hotel Rental' app scam defrauds Karnataka investors of Rs 2 crore

  Technology | May 27, 2025 11:35 IST

  Initially, investors were asked to invest a small amount. After completing certain tasks, their investment increased, and they were encouraged to invest larger amounts.

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  Home Ministry unveils e-zero FIR system to swiftly tackle cybercrime and aid victims in recovery

  India | May 19, 2025 20:18 IST

  Shah had given instructions for implementation of this initiative in a recent review meeting of Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) keeping in view the difficulties faced by victims of cyber financial crimes in recovery of the money lost.

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  Cyberattack Alert: "Dance of the Hillary" malware targeting Indian social media users

  Technology | May 11, 2025 7:25 IST

  Amidst heightened tensions, India faces a new cyber threat from Pakistan, which is reportedly spreading the "Dance of the Hillary" virus through social media and email. This malware can quickly steal personal and financial information, prompting an urgent warning from intelligence agencies.

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  Fake war news spreads panic: Maharashtra cyber issues strict advisory for citizens

  Technology | May 10, 2025 13:29 IST

  In response to rising tensions with Pakistan, Maharashtra Cyber has issued a public advisory warning against the spread of fake news online. The department is taking action to remove misinformation and urges citizens to rely on official government sources for verified updates.

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  MHA issues alert on online booking frauds targeting pilgrims, tourists; lists out dos and don’ts

  India | April 19, 2025 14:35 IST

  In the wake of rising cyber crimes and the commencement of the Chadham Yatram, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday issued an advisory to alert people about rising online booking frauds and steps to be taken to avoid such scams. Read on to know the dos and dont's listed out by the government.

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  Odisha’s Ex-IT Minister falls victim to Rs 1.4 crore cyber fraud: 7 Arrested

  Technology | April 01, 2025 16:06 IST

  The cyber fraud criminals have taken the money and moved it to bank accounts across multiple states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal, Maharashtra and Assam.