Kolkata man cheated of Rs 80,000 in online sale scam
A Kolkata resident was duped of Rs 80,000 by a fraudster posing as a buyer on an online marketplace. The scam involved fake UPI IDs and a 'token' refund pretext. Learn how to stay safe.
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Salt Lake man loses Rs 2.4 lakh in online payment fraud
A 64-year-old Kolkata man lost over Rs 2.4 lakh after clicking a fake gas bill payment link sent via WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR. Learn how to protect yourself from such online fraud.
NHAI Issues Alert on Fake FASTag Passes, Rising Online Fraud
NHAI warns of a surge in fake FASTag annual pass scams online. Learn how to spot fraud, official channels, and protect yourself from financial loss. Stay informed!
Rs 2000 Cr Mid-Day Meal Scam Exposed in Rajasthan
Rajasthan ACB files FIR in a massive Rs 2000 crore mid-day meal scam during Covid. 21 officials & suppliers booked for fraud, forgery & tender manipulation. Read details.
Bengaluru: Rs 2.7 Lakh Lost in Fake Traffic Fine Scam
Two Bengaluru residents cheated of Rs 2.7 lakh via fake traffic fine links. Police warn against clicking unknown links as cybercriminals exploit this pretext. Stay vigilant.
Beware of 'Ghost Tapping' Scam in Crowded Tourist Spots
A new scam called 'ghost tapping' is targeting contactless payments in busy areas. Learn how to protect your money while travelling without ditching the convenience.
Tap-to-Pay Fraud Alert for Travellers Worldwide
A new 'tap-to-pay' scam is exploiting contactless payments globally. Learn how this fraud works, essential safety tips for your next trip, and how to protect your cards.
Bhopal: Retired cop loses Rs 2.4L in online pension scam
A 66-year-old retired police ASI in Bhopal lost Rs 2.40 lakh after clicking a fake 'life certificate' link on Facebook. Learn how the cyber fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar online scams.
Gandhinagar Garba Ticket Scam: Rs 4.4 Lakh Lost to Fake Screenshots
An Ahmedabad event company lost over Rs 4.4 lakh during Navratri after a fraudster used fake bank transfer screenshots to obtain tickets. Police have filed a case under BNS sections for cheating and criminal breach of trust. Read the full details.
Haryana: Fresh Multi-Crore Property ID Scam in Sonipat Exposed
Haryana minister Vipul Goel flags a new property ID scam in Sonipat MC, suspending officials. This follows CM's probe into a Rs 1,500 crore work slip scam. Get the latest updates on the investigations.
Haryana's Rs 1,500 Cr Construction Worker Scam Probe
Haryana uncovers a massive Rs 1,500 crore scam involving fake construction worker registrations and work slips. CM Nayab Singh Saini orders probe after Minister Anil Vij flags irregularities. Details inside.
Man arrested in Mumbai for villa booking scam, duped holiday goers
Vanrai Police arrested a 25-year-old for an online villa booking fraud in Lonavala. The accused took advance payments and vanished. Learn how to avoid such travel scams.
NYC Subway Ends MetroCard Era, Switches to Tap-and-Go
New York City's subway system has fully retired the iconic MetroCard, transitioning to a contactless 'tap-and-go' fare payment system. Discover how this major upgrade impacts commuters and modernises urban transit.
Noida Woman Loses Rs 65 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A Noida woman in her 60s was digitally arrested for 56 hours and scammed of Rs 65 lakh. Read the step-by-step account of the cyber fraud and learn how to stay safe.
Tamil composer GV Prakash loses Rs 20k to X scam
Tamil music composer GV Prakash Kumar lost Rs 20,000 to an emotional scam on X. The fraudster used a fake death story. Learn how to protect yourself from such social media fraud.
Noida man loses Rs 24 lakh to fake electricity employee scam
A 59-year-old man in Greater Noida was duped of nearly Rs 24 lakh by a scammer posing as an NPCL employee. The fraud involved malware-laden APK files. Read the full story and learn how to protect yourself.
19-Year-Old Arrested in AI QR Code Fraud, Jaipur Police to Question
A 19-year-old from Jaipur was arrested for an AI-based QR code scam that diverted high-value UPI payments. Jaipur police will question him to uncover more frauds. Read the full investigation details.
Jaipur teen arrested for UPI QR code fraud in Delhi
A 19-year-old from Rajasthan was arrested for manipulating shopkeepers' UPI QR codes in Delhi's Chandni Chowk, diverting lakhs to his account. Learn how the digital payment fraud was uncovered.
MBBS aspirant loses Rs 21 lakh in Kolkata medical seat scam
A 19-year-old from Agartala was allegedly cheated of Rs 21 lakh for a guaranteed seat at Calcutta National Medical College. The scam involved forged documents and fake officials. Read the full investigation.
Hyderabad: Ex-Petrol Pump Staff Swindle ₹88.6 Lakh
Two former employees of a Hyderabad petrol pump booked for allegedly siphoning ₹88.6 lakh over 16 months via digital payment fraud. Police probe underway.
Rs 1.6 Lakh Lost in Hyderabad DMart WhatsApp Scam
A Hyderabad man lost Rs 1.6 lakh to a fake DMart New Year offer link on WhatsApp. Police register case, cyber chief warns of 32% festive fraud surge. Learn how to stay safe.
Mumbai Police helps actor Gajendra Chauhan get Rs 98k back
Mumbai's Oshiwara police swiftly helped Mahabharat actor Gajendra Chauhan recover Rs 98,000 lost to a dry fruit scam on Facebook. Read how they traced the money in under 10 days.
Pune Army Colonel Scammed of Rs 3.8 Lakh via Fake Challan
An Army colonel in Pune was duped of Rs 3.81 lakh after clicking a fake traffic challan link. The amount was charged to a Hong Kong hotel. Learn how to stay safe from such cyber fraud.
Amazon Pay UPI Biometric Authentication Launched in India
Amazon Pay introduces UPI biometric authentication for Android users, enabling PIN-free transactions up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition for faster, more secure payments.
TTD Overhauls Procurement After Laddu, Silk Scams
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams initiates a complete procurement department overhaul following scams. CBI probe reveals staff collusion, prompting staff transfers and strength review.
Pay Delhi Traffic Fines via UPI: New BBPS Integration Live
Delhi Traffic Police integrates with Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). Now pay challans instantly via UPI apps. Learn how it works, avoid fraud, and clear pending fines.
Delhi Traffic Fines Now Payable via BBPS on UPI
Delhi Traffic Police partners with SBI to enable Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) for challan payments on all UPI platforms, boosting digital governance and convenience.
Manali 'Snow Scam' Viral Video Exposes Tourist Deception
A viral video from Manali exposes a 'snow scam' where tourists are charged for activities on a tiny artificial patch. Learn the facts and how to avoid such tourist traps.
Kerala's Top Library Denies UPI, Faces Infrastructure Woes
Kerala's State Central Library in Thiruvananthapuram lacks UPI payments and modern shelves, causing student inconvenience. Despite high demand, govt delays funds and digital shift. Read more.
Chef Scammed of Rs 1.73 Lakh in Fake Job Fraud
A Delhi chef lost Rs 1.73 lakh to a Bengaluru 'agency' promising overseas jobs. Delhi Police arrested three, including an MBA grad & bank manager, for the interstate cyber fraud syndicate. Read how the scam unfolded.
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