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.
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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.
Moga Businessman Loses Rs 8.5 Lakh to Cyber Fraud
A Moga-based businessman was duped of Rs 8.5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as police. Learn the details of this online fraud and how to protect yourself.
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.
UAE to End SMS OTPs for Online Payments in 2026
UAE banks will stop SMS OTPs for online payments from Jan 6, 2026. Switch to in-app biometric approval now to avoid transaction declines. A major security upgrade.
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.
UAE to stop SMS OTPs for online payments from 2026
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online payments from January 2026. Learn about the new in-app authentication system, why it's safer, and how residents must prepare.
Karnataka II PU Students Get Digital Exam Option
Karnataka's Pre-University Board expands digital exam facility to II PU students from 2024-25, offering a choice between pen-paper and online tests. Learn about the new initiative.
PMC collects Rs 63+ crore in property tax, waste charges
Patna Municipal Corporation achieves a historic tax collection of over Rs 63 crore for FY 2025-26, driven by digital payments and a successful One-Time Settlement scheme. Citizens urged to pay dues promptly.
Railways 3% discount on RailOne app tickets via digital pay
Indian Railways announces a 3% discount on unreserved tickets booked via the RailOne app using any digital payment mode. The scheme runs from Jan 14 to July 14, 2026. Read details.
3% Discount on Digital Unreserved Railway Tickets from Jan 14
Indian Railways announces a 3% discount on digital purchase of unreserved tickets via the RailOne app starting January 14. A major push for cashless travel and digital India.
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.
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.
Fraud Risk Tool Prevents Rs 660 Crore Loss in 6 Months
A new Financial Fraud Risk Indicator has helped prevent cyber fraud losses worth Rs 660 crore within six months of its launch. Discover how this tool is safeguarding Indian citizens.
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.
Mysuru sees 83% property tax collection, aims for 100% by 2026
Mysuru's urban bodies, led by MCC, achieve an 83% property tax collection surge. Digital payments, early rebates, and door-to-door drives fuel the success. Discover how the district is boosting civic development.
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.
Credit Cards Dominate Big Spending, UPI Wins Daily Use
A new report reveals India's payment shift: credit cards for high-value buys, UPI for daily needs, while debit card use falls. Explore the Q3 2025 data and trends shaping digital payments.
RBI Workshop Empowers Mizoram Finance Officers
The RBI conducted a 3-day workshop for Mizoram finance officials on govt banking & accounting from Dec 15-17. Focus areas included digital payments, cash management, and public debt. Learn how this enhances transparency.
Mysuru Rail Museum Lacks Digital Payment, Inconveniences Tourists
The historic Mysuru Rail Museum, attracting 800+ daily visitors, still demands cash for tickets, causing major inconvenience. The DRM has now promised digital payment facilities within 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.
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