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  ‘ChiChi Call’ viral video scam: How Ghost File fraud is targeting social media users

  Technology | February 23, 2026 12:36 IST

  The ‘ChiChi Call’ viral video trend targeting Vera Hill is a Ghost File scam. Experts warn that fake links use SEO poisoning and phishing pages to steal personal data and spread malware across social media platforms.

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  8th Pay Commission WhatsApp scam: I4C warns government employees against malicious APK files

  Technology | February 14, 2026 16:18 IST

  I4C has warned government employees about a WhatsApp scam claiming to calculate salaries under the 8th Pay Commission. Fraudsters are sending malicious APK files to gain access to phones and drain bank accounts.

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  Mumbai woman loses Rs 11 lakh in minutes: How e-SIM fraud can empty your bank account

  Technology | February 12, 2026 12:25 IST

  A Mumbai woman lost Rs 11 lakh after cybercriminals carried out an e-SIM fraud. The Home Ministry’s I4C has warned users to stay alert as scammers use SIM swap tactics to gain access to bank accounts within minutes.

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  Cyber fraud crackdown: Experts urge telecom firms to strengthen verification and aid probes

  Technology | February 12, 2026 8:18 IST

  At a national conference organised by the CBI and I4C, experts called on telecom service providers to strengthen customer verification and proactively assist investigative agencies to tackle cyber-enabled fraud and telecom misuse.

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  Airtel launches AI-powered fraud alert system to prevent OTP banking scams

  Technology | February 11, 2026 14:45 IST

  Airtel introduces an AI-powered fraud alert system to prevent OTP banking scams in real time. The feature detects risky calls and warns users instantly. Currently active in Haryana.

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  RBI to compensate bank customers up to Rs 25,000 for digital fraud losses

  Technology | February 06, 2026 17:22 IST

  RBI has announced compensation of up to Rs 25,000 for digital fraud victims, even if OTPs were shared. Paid from the DEA Fund, the relief is capped at once per customer, with account holders bearing 15 per cent of losses.

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  Receiving silent calls? What they are and why you should block them?

  Technology | December 16, 2025 9:07 IST

  The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently advised the public to be aware of silent calls and report them on the Sanchar Saathi portal. Here’s why these calls are harmful.

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  Rs 54 crore silk dupatta scam shakes Tirumala Temple: Polyester shawls sold as 'pure silk' | Video

  India | December 10, 2025 23:35 IST

  TTD Chairman Naidu announced that the Devasthanam Board has officially asked the Anti-Corruption Bureau to conduct a thorough criminal investigation into everyone involved. He emphasised that the trust is dedicated to maintaining transparency and will hold all responsible parties fully accountable.

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  DND app can protect people from fraudulent calls and messages, says TRAI chief

  Technology | December 05, 2025 12:55 IST

  According to the TRAI chief, blocking numbers locally will not halt spam calls; he therefore urged users to report the calls to their service providers or utilise the TRAI DND app for reporting.

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  NPCI alert: New warning issued on 'Digital Arrest' scams: Here's what to do

  Technology | November 09, 2025 12:18 IST

  The NPCI has issued an advisory to help the public avoid "digital arrest" fraud, explaining exactly what steps to take if you receive such calls or messages. Anyone who receives these suspicious communications should strictly follow this guidance.

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  TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses over Rs 56 lakh in cyber fraud; Kolkata police launch probe

  November 07, 2025 16:58 IST

  Cybercriminals reportedly used forged PAN and Aadhaar documents with a morphed photo to update KYC details and gain control of the account.

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  BlackRock fraud: Indian-origin CEO accused of USD 500 million scam in US | All you need to know

  World | November 01, 2025 7:57 IST

  A US based telecom businessman of Indian origin, Bankim Brahmbhatt, has been accused of carrying out a USD 500 million loan fraud linked to HPS Investment Partners, a lender backed by BlackRock.

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  How cyber crooks stole Rs 1,000 crore from Delhiites in 2025: Police explain the fraud system

  Technology | October 17, 2025 18:11 IST

  The primary scams targeting innocent individuals are orchestrated by perpetrators largely based overseas, who use people in India to facilitate the crime.

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  Mumbai businessman duped of Rs 58 crore in shocking 'digital arrest' scam

  Maharashtra | October 16, 2025 17:17 IST

  Maharashtra digital arrest: In this case, the businessman and his wife were allegedly placed under such 'digital arrest,' prevented from communicating freely, and coerced into transferring Rs 58 crore through multiple Real-Time Gross Settlement transactions to 18 different bank accounts.

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  Farhan Akhtar's mother's driver accused of Rs 12 lakh fuel card fraud in Mumbai

  Maharashtra | October 04, 2025 9:46 IST

  Investigations revealed that Naresh Singh had acquired the fuel cards from Farhan Akhtar’s former driver in 2022. He routinely swiped these cards at a petrol station on SV Road near Bandra Lake without actually refueling any vehicle.

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  What is SIM farm like one found near the UN, and how does it threaten telecom networks?

  Technology | September 24, 2025 16:12 IST

  The US Secret Service has discovered massive SIM farms across New York that can be used to disrupt telecom services. Here’s how they work.

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  Job scam in Maharashtra: Fake interview inside ministry, gang dupes youth of lakhs

  Maharashtra | September 10, 2025 8:17 IST

  Job scam in Maharashtra: A Maharashtra gang duped job seekers with fake ministry interviews and hospital tests, conning youths of lakhs. Police have arrested one accused while the hunt for others continues.

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  Government's major action: Over 2 crore phone connections blocked for fraudulent activities

  Technology | September 03, 2025 16:19 IST

  The government's action has led to a 97 percent reduction in spoof calls. Department of Telecom has also developed a system to report financial fraud.

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  Cyber fraud alert: Scammers empty bank accounts without card or OTP; how to protect yourself

  Technology | August 27, 2025 9:05 IST

  You can be scammed without needing an OTP or card details. A recent case of cyber fraud has emerged, in which the victim's bank account was completely emptied.

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  Donald Trump fires Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations

  World | August 26, 2025 6:19 IST

  US President Donald Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Cook was accused of falsely claiming two primary residences in 2021 to get better mortgage rates.