New 6-hour login rule for WhatsApp, Telegram in India
Indian government mandates 6-hour login limits on WhatsApp Web and SIM verification for communication apps to combat cyber fraud. Learn how this affects users.
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75-year-old loses Rs 6 crore in WhatsApp share fraud
A 75-year-old Mumbai man was cheated of Rs 6 crore in a sophisticated WhatsApp share market scam. Learn how fraudsters operate and how to protect yourself from such investment frauds.
Vizag: ₹32 Lakh Lost to Fake Customer Care Scams
Visakhapatnam residents lose over ₹32 lakh to fake customer care numbers on search engines. Police warn against QR code payments and share safety tips. Stay protected from cyber fraud!
Ahmedabad IT Pro Loses Rs 34.2L in UK Job Scam
A 30-year-old IT professional from Ahmedabad was cheated of Rs 34.2 lakh by fraudsters posing as UK job consultants. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud schemes.
WhatsApp Web 6-hour re-login rule under new SIM law
India's new SIM binding mandate requires WhatsApp Web users to re-authenticate every 6 hours. Learn how this cybersecurity measure impacts you and protects against fraud.
Goa Cyber Police Block 507 Fraud Websites, 151 Social Media Accounts
Goa Cyber Crime Cell blocks 507 fraudulent websites and 151 social media accounts in major cybersecurity crackdown. Learn how to protect yourself from online scams.
Beautician Files Rs 10.73 Lakh Fraud Case in Gondal
A Gondal beautician alleges an Odisha cosmetics company defrauded her and two friends of Rs 10.73 lakh in distributor scheme. Police investigation underway.
New Book Exposes Hidden Truths of South Asia's Gig Workers
Vandana Vasudevan's OTP Please! uncovers the emotional realities of gig economy participants across South Asia. Discover how buyers, workers and platforms mirror each other in surprising ways.
OTP Authentication for Tatkal Railway Tickets from Dec 1
Western Railway introduces OTP authentication for tatkal bookings starting December 1, 2025. Mumbai-Ahmedabad Shatabdi Express to be first with new security feature.
Digital Arrest Scam: Retired Engineer Loses Rs 42.5 Lakh
A retired engineer in Kanpur was digitally arrested for 19 days and duped of Rs 42.50 lakh by fraudsters posing as CBI officials. Learn how this sophisticated cybercrime unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Kanpur jeweller cheated of Rs 10 lakh in Diwali scam
A Kanpur jeweller was duped of Rs 10 lakh by a Gujarat fraudster promising silver jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh for Diwali. Police investigation underway. Read full details.
Ahmedabad Student Loses ₹7L in Online Review Scam
A 21-year-old BCom student in Ahmedabad lost ₹7.08 lakh in a sophisticated online hotel review scam operated through WhatsApp and Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Hyderabad Cyber Safety Event: Don't Get Scammed
Join TOI's Digital Safety Townhall in Hyderabad this Sunday. Learn from cyber security experts about KYC scams, UPI frauds & phishing attacks. Protect yourself now!
Bengaluru Digital Safety Townhall: Fight Scams Nov 30
Join TOI's Digital Safety Townhall in Bengaluru on Nov 30. DCP Raja Imam Kasim reveals OTP frauds, UPI scams & safety tips. Win ₹5000 Amazon voucher!
OTP Authentication for Tatkal Tickets from December 1
Western Railway launches OTP-based authentication for Tatkal bookings on Mumbai-Ahmedabad Shatabdi from December 1. Enhanced security against ticket fraud. Learn how it works!
NSE & SEBI Investor Awareness Meet in Puducherry
NSE and SEBI to conduct regional investor awareness meeting in Puducherry on November 29. Learn about securities market investing and fraud prevention from top officials.
Pune man loses Rs 25 lakh in cryptocurrency scam
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.
Two Cyber Fraudsters Arrested in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police apprehend two individuals for cyber fraud involving ₹1.5 lakh. Learn how to protect yourself from similar online scams.
DoT Confirms TCS Rules 2025 Valid After Gazette Error
DoT withdraws duplicate Gazette notification, confirms amended Telecommunication Cyber Security Rules 2025 remain effective. New measures target cyber fraud through mobile validation and device tracking.
US Website Used in Karnataka Voter Fraud: SIT
SIT investigation reveals US-based SMSAlert provided virtual SIM OTPs to bypass Election Commission security in Aland voter deletion case. Learn how the international OTP scam operated.
UIDAI Deactivates 2 Crore Aadhaar Numbers of Deceased
UIDAI has deactivated over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals to prevent identity fraud. Learn how this clean-up strengthens Aadhaar database security.
Italian Man Posed as Dead Mother for Pension Money
Italian police uncover shocking fraud where son allegedly impersonated his deceased mother for years to collect pension. The ruse ended when officials noticed something strange about the 'elderly woman'.
SC Backs Blockchain for Land Registration Reform
Supreme Court endorsement of blockchain technology presents crucial opportunity to transform India's fraud-prone land registration system. Learn how this tech push could secure property rights.
How to Prevent Mobile Number Change Fraud
Learn how scammers hijack mobile numbers for online fraud and discover 5 crucial steps to safeguard your bank accounts and digital identity. Act now to protect yourself!
Google Pay's New Scam Detection Feature in India
Google introduces new AI-powered fraud detection on Google Pay in India. Learn how this feature protects users from digital payment scams and enhances security.
Mumbai Cyber Fraud: ₹2,000 Crore Lost Since 2020
Mumbai faces alarming cyber financial fraud surge with 20,000 cases since 2020. Victims lose ₹2,000 crore as banks ignore RBI zero-liability rules. Learn how to protect yourself.
CBI to prosecute Yes Bank's Rana Kapoor in fraud case
The CBI has received sanction to prosecute Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under the Prevention of Corruption Act in a major loan fraud case involving over Rs 5,000 crore. Read the latest developments.
Trai's 1600 Number Series Mandate for BFSI Sector
Trai mandates 1600 number series for BFSI sector to combat spam and fraud. Implementation starts January 2026. Learn how this protects consumers from financial scams.
Senior loses Rs 26 lakh in Mumbai life certificate scam
An 81-year-old retired railway engineer in Mumbai lost Rs 26 lakh to a cyber fraudster posing as a bank representative for a 'life certificate update'. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial safety tips.
Talegaon doctors held in ₹22 lakh insurance fraud case
Two Talegaon doctors arrested for submitting identical X-ray images in 14 fake insurance claims totaling ₹22 lakh. Police investigation reveals systematic forgery of medical documents.
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