5 Online Scams Trapping Indians: How to Stay Safe
Learn about five everyday online scams that are increasingly trapping Indians. Get practical tips on how to protect yourself from fraud and stay safe in the digital world.
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Mother Stops Digital Arrest Scam Targeting Son in Lucknow
A vigilant mother in Lucknow prevented a cyber fraud attempt after spotting inconsistencies in a fake digital arrest threat sent to her MBA graduate son. Police are investigating.
Instagram Password Reset Alert: Guard Against Phishing
Instagram clarifies a system anomaly triggered password reset emails. Learn how to identify phishing attempts and protect your account from cyber threats. Stay vigilant online!
USSD & WhatsApp Rental Scams Surge in India: I4C Alert
I4C warns of USSD call-forwarding scams where fraudsters pose as delivery agents. Learn how to protect your OTPs and avoid WhatsApp rental frauds. Stay safe!
Wife of Ex-IPS Officer Duped of Rs 2.58 Crore in Cyber Fraud
In a major cyber fraud case, the wife of a former IPS officer was cheated of Rs 2.58 crore in an online investment scam. The fraud began with an unsolicited message promising huge stock market profits. Read the full investigation details.
3 Delhi women arrested for Rs 1.73L credit card scam
Chandigarh Cyber Crime police arrest three Delhi women for a Rs 1.73 lakh credit card upgrade scam. Learn how the fraud worked and how to protect yourself from similar cybercrimes.
Delhi Police busts SIM Box fraud, arrests 7 including Taiwanese
Delhi Police's IFSO Unit uncovers a massive SIM Box operation across states, arresting 7. The racket used illegal SIMs for cyber fraud and phishing. Details inside.
3 Delhi women arrested for Rs 1.73 lakh credit card scam in Chandigarh
Chandigarh cyber police arrest three women from Delhi for a sophisticated credit card fraud scheme. Learn how they hacked a victim's phone and stole Rs 1.73 lakh. Stay alert to such scams!
Court Staff End Boycott After Meeting Chief Justice
Delhi court staff called off a Lok Adalat boycott after a suicide blamed on work pressure. They met the Chief Justice, demanding aid for the family, reduced workload, and promotions. Read the full story.
Court Orders Charges Against Lalu in Land-for-Jobs Scam
A Delhi court has ordered framing of charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad and 40 others in the alleged land-for-jobs scam, citing a criminal conspiracy. Read the full details of the case.
Delhi Court Staffer Suicide Over Work Pressure
A 37-year-old Saket District Court employee died by suicide at his Delhi home, leaving a note citing extreme work pressure. Colleagues report he was overburdened. Police investigation ongoing.
Sriganganagar Man Loses Rs 26 Lakh in Cyber Scam
A 65-year-old retired bank employee in Rajasthan was cheated of nearly Rs 26 lakh after scammers posed as Mumbai police and CBI officials, using threats and forged documents. Read the shocking details of the cyber fraud.
Vodafone Manager Held in SIM Card Fraud for Cybercrime
CBI arrests Vodafone area sales manager for facilitating illegal bulk SIM card sales to scammers. Over 21,000 SIMs were issued in violation of DoT rules, powering phishing networks targeting citizens.
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.
Mysuru in Top 5 Karnataka Cybercrime Districts
Mysuru emerges as a major cybercrime hub in Karnataka, with Rs 43 crore lost in 2025. Learn how scammers operate and how to protect yourself from online fraud.
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.
84-Year-Old Cheated of Rs 25 Lakh in Vadodara Cyber Fraud
An 84-year-old man in Vadodara lost Rs 25 lakh to cybercriminals after responding to a fake credit card offer. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from such frauds.
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.
Pune officer loses Rs 2 crore in digital arrest scam
A 57-year-old Maharashtra govt officer in Pune was duped of Rs 2.03 crore by fraudsters using a fake Supreme Court warrant in a fabricated money laundering case. Learn how the digital arrest scam unfolded.
CBI Court Rejects Bail in Rs 1.14 Cr PGI Chandigarh Scam
A special CBI court rejects anticipatory bail for Chetan Gupta in the Rs 1.14 crore PGI grant scam. The fraud involved diverting patient funds via a photocopy shop. Read the full investigation details.
Goa Police arrest Odisha man in Rs 85,000 parcel delivery scam
Goa Crime Branch uncovers a fake parcel delivery scam, arresting a suspect from Odisha who used phishing SMS links to cheat victims across India. Read the full investigation details.
Jharkhand HC Rejects Bail of Suspended IAS Officer Vinay Choubey
Jharkhand High Court denies bail to suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey, accused in Hazaribag land sale and liquor scam cases. He remains in custody since May 2023. Read the full details.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court Bench, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at the Karnataka High Court bench in Dharwad and district courts in Gadag and Bagalkot on January 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings.
Bomb Threat at Dharwad High Court, Courts Evacuated
Bomb threat emails triggered panic and a full evacuation at Dharwad High Court and district courts in Gadag & Bagalkot on Jan 6, 2026, suspending all proceedings. Read for details.
Kochi: Rs 1.79 Lakh Lost in Fake MVD Challan Fraud
An Ernakulam resident lost Rs 179,129 after clicking a link in a fake traffic fine SMS. Learn how the scam works and how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Shimla Court Declares Duo Fugitive in Rs 387 Cr Fake Degree Scam
A Shimla PMLA court declares Ashoni Kanwar & Mandeep Rana fugitive economic offenders for a Rs 387 crore fake degree scam. ED attached assets worth Rs 200 crore. Read the full story.
Punjab District Courts: Over 55% Cases Pending >1 Year
Shocking data reveals over 55% of cases in Punjab's district courts are pending for more than a year, highlighting a severe judicial backlog. Read the full analysis of the crisis and its implications.
Delhi HC Refuses to Halt Trial Against Lalu Yadav in IRCTC Scam
Delhi High Court refuses to stay trial against Lalu Prasad Yadav in IRCTC scam case, asks CBI to file reply. Key developments in the high-profile corruption case explained.
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.
How to Report Spam in Gmail: A Complete Safety Guide
Learn how to report spam emails in Gmail to fight phishing, scams, and malware. Our step-by-step guide helps you clean your inbox and improve Google's spam filters for everyone.
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