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  UPI merchants: THESE steps can help you avoid UPI-related scams

  Technology | November 12, 2024 9:20 IST

  With the rise of the internet and UPI, related scams are also increasing in India. UPI merchants can take the following steps to protect themselves and safeguard their hard-earned money.

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  Searching THIS line on Google could expose you to hacking and financial ruin

  Technology | November 11, 2024 13:10 IST

  The cybersecurity research firm SOPHOS has raised this alarm and urged people to be cautious. This emerging tactic used by cybercriminals can be extremely dangerous.

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  BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi users attention! TRAI warns of new scams targeting mobile users

  Technology | November 10, 2024 17:27 IST

  Cyber scams are on the rise in India, with scammers constantly finding new ways to deceive users. Recently, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued a warning about a new scam that particularly targets mobile users in the country.

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  Beware of online Stock Market Scams: How WhatsApp groups are tricking investors

  Technology | November 07, 2024 22:27 IST

  After the digital arrest scam, share market scams have been rapidly growing in the Indian market, where fraudsters are looting money from WhatsApp groups. Here are the details.

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  How to spot a scam call without using a Caller ID App?

  Technology | November 07, 2024 18:37 IST

  Authorities believe that this initiative will not only make it harder for scammers to deceive unsuspecting citizens but also build greater public trust in official banking communications.

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  How India’s elderly are being scammed online? From digital arrest to Deepfake videos

  Technology | November 05, 2024 23:08 IST

  With the rise in cybercrimes targeting older adults, authorities and financial experts are encouraging families to inform elderly members about the dangers of joining financial groups on unverified platforms such as WhatsApp.

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  Digital Arrest: 6 signs to identify fake warrants, notices to prevent scam

  Technology | November 05, 2024 9:50 IST

  Digital arrest scammers use fake warrants and notices to convince their victims to undergo interrogation and trick them into transferring large sums of money. Here's how you can identify fake warrants and notices.

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  Traffic Challan scam alert! Cybercriminals using new tactics to steal your money

  Technology | November 03, 2024 12:40 IST

  The government has issued a warning about widespread fraud involving traffic challans. MeitY has advised the public to be cautious of such fake messages and emails.

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  Scammers steal Rs 2,140 crore in 10 months using ‘Fake Digital Arrests’: MHA report

  Technology | November 01, 2024 13:15 IST

  MHA Cyber Wing, i4C has issued a warning regarding a surge in 'Digital Arrest' scams, where scammers have been stealing around Rs 2,140 crore from victims in India within in the first 10 months of the year.

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  Digital Arrest Scams are spreading across India: How criminals impersonate law enforcement to extort

  Technology | October 29, 2024 19:45 IST

  As digital scams like "Digital Arrest" become more prevalent, awareness and education are critical to combating this menace. By understanding how these scams work and taking proactive steps to protect yourself, you can avoid falling victim to these sophisticated cyber criminals.

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  What is ‘digital arrest scam’ and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim?

  India | October 29, 2024 16:20 IST

  Prime Minister Modi warns of rising "Digital Arrest" scams, urging vigilance and reporting while highlighting key prevention strategies to protect citizens from cyber fraud.

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  Indians lose Rs 120 crore to Digital Arrest Scams in early 2024: Govt data reveals shocking trend

  Technology | October 28, 2024 10:12 IST

  As digital frauds continue to rise, the Ministry of Home Affairs and I4C are closely monitoring these scams, calling for increased public awareness and enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect citizens.

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  Be cautious of calls from this number, they could be associated with scams

  Technology | October 22, 2024 18:28 IST

  Despite TRAI's implementation of new rules to curb fake calls and messages, scammers have adapted by employing new tactics to ensnare people. They are defrauding individuals through VoIP calls, which are internet-based phone calls.

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  Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu gets clean chit from ED in Rs 371 crore skill development scam

  India | October 16, 2024 15:55 IST

  Naidu was accused of misappropriating funds from the Skill Development Corporation, which resulted in a purported loss of over Rs 300 crore to the state exchequer.

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  Beware of new AI scam targeting Gmail users: Fake account recovery requests on the rise

  Technology | October 14, 2024 18:24 IST

  Gmail scam starts with an unexpected notification, which asks the users to approve an account recovery request that they never initiated. These requests will majorly be forwarded from different countries. Here are ways to be protected.

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  BSNL, Jio, Vi, Airtel users: TRAI warns against unsolicited number verification calls

  Technology | October 05, 2024 8:15 IST

  Many telecom subscribers in India are receiving fraudulent calls from scammers asking re-verification of their numbers. TRAI has urged individuals to report these numbers on the Chakshu portal.

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  Delhi Police busts 'Hibox' syndicate for duping 30,000 people; influencers under investigation

  Delhi | October 03, 2024 16:35 IST

  Delhi Police's IFSO unit busts a fraudulent 'Hibox' syndicate, duping 30,000 people with false investment promises, involving several popular social media influencers in its promotion.

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  Amazon fraud alert: Parcels arriving unordered, money being collected

  Technology | October 02, 2024 16:44 IST

  An individual received an Amazon COD parcel that was not ordered by him. Initially, Amazon refused to give sender details, but later confirmed that he had been scammed.

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  Ex-Congress minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu's close aide arrested in food grain tenders scam

  India | September 05, 2024 14:51 IST

  Accused in the same case, Congress leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu has been remanded to Punjab Vigilance Bureau till August 27.

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  Shocking! Scammer impersonates CJI DY Chandrachud asking money for cab: 'Can you send me Rs 500?'

  India | August 27, 2024 20:49 IST

  This incident highlights the evolving nature of online fraud, where even prominent figures can be misused to carry out scams. The cyber crime cell is now investigating the matter to identify and apprehend the perpetrator behind this scam.