Nashik woman loses Rs 1.10 crore in cyber fraud
A Nashik businesswoman, recovering from an MLM scam, lost Rs 1.10 crore in a WhatsApp share market fraud. She mortgaged family gold despite warnings. Read the shocking details.
Category : Search result: WhatsApp fraud
Ex-IG attempts suicide after Rs 8.1 crore online scam
A retired Punjab IG shot himself after losing Rs 8.1 crore to online scammers. An FIR has been filed. Read the full details of the sophisticated fraud.
Ex-IG's suicide bid after Rs 8 cr online fraud, FIR filed
Retired Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal shot himself after an Rs 8 crore online scam. He is now stable. Police file FIR, freeze 25 accounts. Read the shocking details.
Nashik woman loses Rs 1.4 lakh in WhatsApp APK scam
A 43-year-old woman in Nashik lost Rs 1.4 lakh after clicking a malicious WhatsApp APK file. The scam began with a search for a hospital's phone number. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Ex-IG Attempts Suicide Over Rs 8.1 Crore Online Scam
A retired Punjab IG shot himself after losing Rs 8.1 crore to WhatsApp scammers. Police have filed an FIR and frozen 25 bank accounts. Read the full investigation details.
Ex-IG Attempts Suicide After Losing Rs 8.1 Cr in Online Scam
Former Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal fights for life after shooting himself over an Rs 8.1 crore online investment fraud. Police probe details of the sophisticated WhatsApp & Telegram scam. Read the full investigation.
Dewas Police Arrest 5 in Rs 1.04 Lakh Crypto Fraud
Dewas police arrested five individuals for a cryptocurrency scam, recovering Rs 1.04 lakh and six phones. The accused lured the victim via WhatsApp with false profit promises. Read the full investigation details.
Noida man loses Rs 82 lakh in WhatsApp investment scam
A Noida resident lost Rs 81.8 lakh in a sophisticated investment fraud that started on WhatsApp. The scam, promising high IPO returns, used fake statements to lure the victim. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrime.
Surat senior loses Rs 42 lakh in online investment fraud
A 62-year-old retired textile trader from Surat was duped of Rs 42.28 lakh in a sophisticated online investment scam. Police have arrested three individuals for providing bank accounts used in the fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
CERT-In Issues Alert for WhatsApp Users on GhostPairing Attack
CERT-In warns Indian WhatsApp users of 'GhostPairing' attack letting hackers take full control. Learn how to protect your account from this critical cybersecurity threat.
WhatsApp 'Ghost Pairing' Scam Puts Millions at Risk
A new 'Ghost Pairing' scam on WhatsApp can silently hack accounts. Learn how this attack works and the crucial steps to protect your chats and data immediately.
Christmas 2025 WhatsApp Status: Songs, Videos, Wishes
Spread Christmas cheer! Find the perfect songs, videos, and wishes for your WhatsApp status in 2025. Download festive greetings now and share the joy.
WhatsApp Ghost Pairing Scam: How to Protect Yourself
A new cyber threat called WhatsApp ghost pairing is exploiting the Linked Devices feature. Learn how scammers silently access your chats and the crucial steps to secure your account now.
Govt May Extend WhatsApp Web Auto-Logout, Firm on SIM Binding
India considers raising 6-hour auto-logout for WhatsApp Web to 12-18 hours but remains firm on mandatory SIM binding to combat cyber fraud exceeding ₹22,800 crore in 2024. Read details.
Bank Account 'Lending' Ring Busted, Crores Swindled Across 15 States
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.
CERT-In Warns of WhatsApp Hijacking via Device Linking
India's CERT-In warns of a new WhatsApp hijacking method exploiting the 'link a device' feature. Learn how scammers take over accounts and the steps you must take to protect yourself.
Govt Alert: 'GhostPairing' Bug Threatens WhatsApp Security
CERT-In warns of critical 'GhostPairing' flaw allowing attackers to hijack WhatsApp sessions. Update your app immediately to stay protected from this Bluetooth-based vulnerability.
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 senior loses Rs 5 lakh to ED impersonators
An 82-year-old woman in Mumbai was swindled of Rs 5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as ED officials who threatened her with arrest over a WhatsApp video call. Read the full details of the sophisticated scam.
Vizag: ₹2 Crore Lost in Online Stock Trading Scam
Cybercriminals in Visakhapatnam cheated over 15 people of ₹2 crore via a fake online stock market platform. Police warn against social media investment schemes. Read more.
Cyber criminal from Jamtara arrested for ₹16.53 lakh scam
Amravati police arrest a cyber criminal from Jharkhand's Jamtara for cheating a mill owner of ₹16.53 lakh via a WhatsApp APK link. Read the full investigation details.
Petroleum Co. Manager Loses Rs 28.79L in Online Scam
A 41-year-old territory manager in Vijayawada was duped of Rs 28.79 lakh in a sophisticated online investment fraud via WhatsApp groups promising high returns. Police are investigating.
Two arrested in Noida for fake loan sanction letter fraud
Noida police arrest two men for defrauding people with fake loan sanction letters via WhatsApp. The duo used stolen data from their former employer. Read the full investigation details.
Book APSRTC Bus Tickets on WhatsApp via Mana Mitra
APSRTC passengers can now book bus tickets on WhatsApp using Mana Mitra (9552300009). Learn the simple steps for hassle-free advanced reservations and ticket confirmation.
Meta's $3B China Ad Revenue Tied to Scams: Report
Internal Meta documents show billions in revenue from Chinese scam ads on Facebook & Instagram. The company knew but scaled back enforcement. Read the full investigation.
Industry resists DoT's SIM-binding rule for messaging apps
Tech industry bodies IAMAI and BIF oppose DoT's mandate for continuous SIM binding on apps like WhatsApp, citing harm to MSMEs. Telcos support the move as a security measure. Read the full debate.
Ghaziabad: Rs 43 Lakh Lost in Online Investment Scams
Two Ghaziabad residents lost over Rs 43 lakh in separate online investment scams. Fraudsters used Facebook and WhatsApp to lure victims with promises of high returns. Police have registered FIRs and investigations are ongoing.
Kochi Senior Loses Over Rs 2 Crore in Cyber Fraud
A 62-year-old Kochi resident lost Rs 2.14 crore in an online trading scam. The fraudsters contacted him via WhatsApp after he responded to a social media ad. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrimes.
How to Leave a WhatsApp Group Quietly
Tired of awkward exits? WhatsApp now lets you leave groups silently. Only admins get notified. Learn the simple steps to exit discreetly and manage unwanted chats.
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.
Page 1 of 4