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Phone calls from 1600 number series cannot be blocked as ‘spam’, TRAI clarifies

The key objective of assigning designated series 1600 for important communications is to make such calls trustworthy for the citizens, the regulator said

Updated 3 days ago

Most social media child safety features fail, new research finds

A new study found over half of social media child safety features fail, while Australia's age checks struggle to stop under-16 users. (Pexel/Representative image)

Published 5 days ago

Surge in digital arrest frauds offsets dip in Delhi cybercrime in 2024

Digital arrest spike stalled cybercrime dip in 2024

Updated 67 days ago

‘ ₹54 crore return in 11 days’: Pune doctor loses ₹12 crore in stock scam

Lured by fake executives and fabricated profits, the victim was manipulated into transferring funds until he realized it was a scam.

Published 95 days ago

Protect vulnerable, make people aware of cyber criminals' modus operandi: SC to Centre

Protect vulnerable, make people aware of cyber criminals' modus operandi: SC to Centre

Published 147 days ago

Valentine’s Day online scams: 5 Traps you need to watch out for

These five common online scams around Valentine’s Day may cause you huge financial losses.

Published 153 days ago

Retired cop duped ₹2.40 lakh after a fake call on pension update

A retired police officer lost pension savings after fraudsters misled him during a fake life certificate update.

Published 174 days ago

CERT-In flags Dolby audio bug, urges Android users to install the latest patch

CERT-In urges Android users to update their mobile phones after Google fixes a critical Dolby audio security flaw.

Updated 179 days ago

Fake trading app scam: ITBP officer cheated of ₹51 lakh after profit claims

An ITBP officer lost <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>51 lakh after fraudsters trapped him through an online share trading scheme.

Updated 181 days ago

Over 17.5 million Instagram users' personal data leaked on the dark web

The personal data of 17.5 million Instagram users has been leaked and is now on sale on the dark web.

Published 182 days ago

Trader duped of over ₹1 crore in cryptocurrency scam and forex scam

A trader lost over Rs. 1 crore after falling victim to a cryptocurrency and forex investment scam.

Updated 186 days ago

Delhi Police traced ₹180-crore cyber fraud to a web of bank accounts

Delhi Police have uncovered a cyber fraud network that moved large sums through multiple firms.

Published 188 days ago

Fake online trading schemes duped 8 people in Vizag of ₹3.5 crore - Details

Eight Vizag residents have lost Rs. 3.5 crore to online investment scams.

Updated 189 days ago

Who lost the most to online scams in 2025? These five states top the list

How cheating and cyber fraud quietly drained over <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10,000 crore from five major Indian states in 2025.

Updated 189 days ago

That Happy New Year text on WhatsApp could empty your bank account

Beware of apk scams on WhatsApp and other instant messaging apps.

Updated 194 days ago

Cybercrime inspector loses ₹39 lakh to online trading fraud

A cybercrime officer has lost Rs. 39 lakh after falling into a fake online trading scam.

Published 194 days ago

Mumbai woman loses ₹3.75 crore in fake ‘Chief Justice’ virtual hearing scam

A Mumbai woman lost <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3.75 crore in a scam using a fake virtual court hearing.

Published 195 days ago

Dialling this code could give scammers access to your bank account

India’s cybercrime unit has warned mobile users about a phone-based scam that diverts calls and enables bank fraud.

Updated 195 days ago

Pune investor loses over ₹98 lakh in online investment scam - All details

A Pune man lost Rs. 98 lakh after falling victim to an online investment scam promising high returns.

Published 196 days ago

Delhi High Court orders e-KYC for all domain registrations to curb online scams

The Delhi High Court has mandated e-KYC for domains in an attempt to prevent fake websites and online fraud.

Updated 196 days ago

Cyber Police busted multi-crore global ‘SIM Box’ scam network in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh police have uncovered an international cyber fraud using SIM boxes.

Updated 198 days ago

US officials warn Indian applicants against guaranteed H-1B visa claims

The US Embassy has issued an alert to warn Indian applicants about an H-1B visa scam.

Published 198 days ago

Man loses ₹6 lakh after paying traffic fine via link: Here’s how to stay safe

Here’s how to spot fake messages and avoid scams that steal money through payment links.

Published 199 days ago

Indian Govt warns WhatsApp users about ‘GhostPairing’ scam: How it works

WhatsApp will block all third-party AI chatbots from January 2026 as Meta updates platform rules.

Published 199 days ago

Man loses ₹16 lakh in WhatsApp stock scam: Here’s what to do to stay safe

A man from Bhuj fell victim to a WhatsApp stock market scam, losing Rs. 16 lakh.

Updated 199 days ago

Amazon delivery scam: As a tech journalist, I have this one warning for you

Beware of this Amazon Scam - the scammer might have a lot of details about you.

Published 201 days ago

Senior citizen loses ₹1.32 crore in crypto scam, here's what I learned from it

Over multiple transactions, more than 23 in total, he transferred money in installments.

Updated 201 days ago

Merry Christmas 2025 WhatsApp scam: One tap on gift link can empty your account

Spelling errors, unfamiliar URLs and requests to forward the link to multiple contacts are common indicators of a scam.

Published 201 days ago

How to protect your WhatsApp account from hackers and online scams

In an era where scams rely more on human error than technical flaws, staying cautious can make all the difference.

Published 202 days ago

Fake RTO e-challan scam sees major spike, cyber police issue warning

In recent days alone, a Pune resident reportedly lost <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>5 lakh.

Published 203 days ago

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