A youth from Sambhal arrested after his Bank of Baroda account was used to funnel crores in a pan-India cyber fraud. The scam, promising high stock returns on WhatsApp, highlights a dangerous new trend of 'account lending' to syndicates. Stay vigilant.
Chennai cybercrime police warn of a new scam where fraudsters pose as courier agents, trick victims into dialling USSD codes to hijack bank accounts. Learn how to protect yourself and what to do if targeted.
Two Gurgaon travel company employees arrested for diverting Rs 10 lakh to fake accounts. Police investigation ongoing to recover funds. Read the full details.
Returned NRI wants to gift money from foreign account to daughter abroad. Also, an NRI selling Dubai property seeks clarity on TDS certificate. Expert explains tax implications.
The Indian government confirms no security breach in the Aadhaar database, safeguarding data of 134 crore users with multi-layered encryption and ISO certifications. Read details.
UIDAI officially approves face authentication for Aadhaar, enhancing privacy and enabling offline verification under new DPDP rules. A new app is coming to simplify check-ins and access.
IDFC FIRST Bank unveils 'IDFC FIRST Global Savings' for NRIs in GIFT City, offering high-interest rates in USD, EUR, and GBP. A strategic move to attract NRI deposits with competitive returns.
A 25-year-old in Ahmedabad faces legal action after allowing a friend to use his bank account for a commission, linked to cyberfraud worth lakhs. Read the full story.
Junagadh police arrest monk Kalyangiri for orchestrating a cyberfraud network using rented bank accounts. Over Rs 41 lakh linked to eight complaints. Read the full investigation details.
Ahmedabad court rejects bail for Anil Karavadra, accused of being a mule account holder in a Rs 17 lakh cyber fraud. The scam involved a fake police officer and a 'digital arrest'. Read the full details.
Kerala High Court raises alarm over petitions to unfreeze cybercrime-linked accounts, suspects a syndicate. Lawyers issued show-cause notices. Details inside.
The closure of private Aadhaar Seva Kendras in six major Karnataka cities disrupts vital card update and correction services. Learn about the impact and what it means for residents.
A new UIDAI rule mandates registration for entities using Aadhaar verification, promoting QR code scans over paper copies to protect user privacy and data security. Read more.
A new Aadhaar Seva Kendra opens in Chandigarh's Sector 17, offering enrollment & update services. Learn about its location, timings, and benefits for residents.
A new US law creates investment accounts for newborns with a $1,000 seed fund. Learn how the 'Trump Account' works, who qualifies, and its potential impact on inequality.
RBI mandates banks to offer ATM cards, cheque books & unlimited deposits in BSBD accounts. Existing customers can now switch. Discover the new banking freedom.
Karnataka govt mandates Aadhaar biometric update for students aged 5 & 15 by March 1, 2025. Avoid scholarship & exam delays. Schools to host update camps.
A 74-year-old woman in Ahmedabad lost Rs 6.97 lakh after a fraudster posed as a bank official. Learn the details of this cybercrime and how to protect yourself.
Bokaro DC Ajay Nath Jha orders schools to complete Aadhaar seeding and bank mapping within 72 hours. Principals' salaries may be withheld for non-compliance. Scholarship applications are also under review.
Yes Bank and Union Bank of India set to join NSE's Nifty Bank index, expanding it to 14 stocks. New SEBI rules trigger $670M outflows from HDFC, ICICI Bank. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat High Court questions SBI, PNB & AMCo Bank for withholding widow's joint FD savings. Dispute arises from her late husband's alleged will to another woman. Read the full story.
A 40-year-old bank clerk in Berhampur has been arrested for allegedly misappropriating over ₹6.28 lakh from 26 savings accounts. The fraud was uncovered after customers complained. Read the full details of the case and ongoing police investigation.
Learn how to open a bank account online in India with our easy 2025 guide. Get step-by-step instructions, required documents, and tips for a seamless digital banking start.
UIDAI announces a new feature allowing users to update their mobile number in Aadhaar from home using OTP and face authentication, eliminating visits to centres. Stay tuned for the launch.
Mumbai cyber police arrest two Gujarat men for renting bank account used in Rs 1.9 crore fraud. Learn how the elaborate online scam unfolded and protect yourself from similar crimes.
A 31-year-old engineer from Hinjewadi lost Rs 25 lakh to cyber criminals in two separate incidents between November 5-20. Learn how cryptocurrency investment scams work and protect yourself.
Uttar Pradesh government prohibits Aadhaar as birth proof. Valid birth certificates now mandatory for all official processes. Learn what documents to use instead.
Learn how to verify which mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar using UIDAI's official portal. Essential for OTPs, government services, and security updates.
UIDAI has deactivated over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers belonging to deceased individuals in a massive clean-up drive. Learn how this affects families and prevents misuse.
Pimpri Chinchwad police arrested Harshwardhan Bhadoriya, who supplied bank accounts to Chinese cyber criminals and earned over ₹1 crore in nationwide online share trading fraud worth ₹2.1 crore.