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‘Outstanding parking ticket’: Ohio BMV warns of new phishing text scam

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) has issued a warning against a widespread phishing scam

Published on Jun 11, 2025, 3:02 AM IST

Indian student loses $5,000 to scammers trying to avoid ‘arrest, deportation’

Shreya Bedi came to the United States on an F-1 visa from India in 2022 to pursue a Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction.

Published on Jun 8, 2025, 2:30 PM IST

Did you get a DMV outstanding traffic ticket text? Is it a scam? All we know

Thousands of people across Indiana received a text from the 'Indiana Department of Vehicles'

Published on Jun 5, 2025, 12:43 AM IST

Swipe, scam, regret? What every luxury traveller needs to know this summer

Check out tips to avoid summer travel scams targeting luxury travellers.

Published on May 30, 2025, 7:31 PM IST

Thane man duped of ₹1.4 crore in gold trading and mining scheme

The complainant, a consultant from Thane, has alleged that the accused convinced him to invest in a gold mining and trading scheme

Published on May 26, 2025, 11:10 AM IST

It’s 2025. Stop falling for these 5 common scams. Regards, your smartphone

Here's how hackers use everyday tricks to target your smartphone through trust and routine mistakes.

Published on May 26, 2025, 10:33 AM IST

Wanted in India for fraud, Angad Chandhok brought back from US by CBI

India receives Angad Chandhok from US after tech fraud conviction

Published on May 24, 2025, 1:43 PM IST

Indian-origin couple escapes on business class flight after $2 million fraud

She had used fake references to secure her role at Oranga Tamariki in 2021.

Updated on May 19, 2025, 6:40 PM IST

Block scam calls and messages on WhatsApp using these privacy settings

Here's how WhatsApp users can block scam calls and messages by adjusting these privacy settings.

Updated on May 15, 2025, 6:26 PM IST

Chrome for Android to detect scam notifications using AI: Know how it will work

Google strengthens its scam detection on Chrome with Gemini Nano.

Published on May 9, 2025, 1:17 PM IST

Chandigarh cop duped of 3.9 lakh in cyber fraud

After investigation, Chandigarh Police registered a case under sections 319(2), 318(4), 336(3), 338, 340(2), and 61(2) of the BNS. (iStock)

Published on Apr 29, 2025, 9:32 AM IST

FIIT JEE Case: ED says ₹206 cr collected from students, services not delivered

Enforcement Directorate (ED), Lucknow, had conducted searches t seven locations across Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida), Delhi, and Haryana’s Gurgaon in connection with the FIIT-JEE case which revealed that approximately <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>206 crore was collected from students of running batches on the pretext of providing educational services, which were not delivered. (Representative image/Saumya Khandelwal/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 27, 2025, 8:03 AM IST

Bribes, fake degrees: Anatomy of a pharmacy racket

A whistleblower brought the issue to officials’ notice. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 24, 2025, 3:40 PM IST

CBI conducts searches in alleged irregularities in CGPSC recruitment exam

The searches, conducted on Thursday, covered three locations in Raipur and two in Mahasamund districts belonging to five persons, (File image)

Published on Apr 18, 2025, 5:59 PM IST

What is the WhatsApp image scam, and how can you stay safe from it?

From dangerous links to OTP scams and even "digital arrests," cybercriminals are constantly finding new ways to exploit users.

Updated on Apr 11, 2025, 12:17 PM IST

Ludhiana: ₹10-crore fraud unearthed at pharma firm, 7 booked

Following preliminary inquiry, Moti Nagar Police registered a case against all seven accused under Sections 408, 420, 120-B of the Indian Penal Code. (HT Photo)

Published on Apr 11, 2025, 5:12 AM IST

Scammer impersonates IIT alum, asks his colleague to buy ₹10,000 gift cards

The IIT grad noted that the scammer was “professional” in their language.

Updated on Apr 10, 2025, 10:45 AM IST

FasTrak, E-ZPass toll scams rise in Bay Area: How to recognize the fraud text

Several Bay Area residents reported FasTrak and EZPass scams

Published on Apr 6, 2025, 11:21 PM IST

Flixreview.com: Is this 'Netflix reviewer' job legit or scam? Grok answers

One website, Flixreview.com, has been making waves lately by posting an ad for a "Netflix reviewer" position that pays people to watch and evaluate Netflix films.

Published on Apr 3, 2025, 9:07 PM IST

LDA plots sold through forged documents: Authority to begin review of 70 properties sold fraudulently

For representation only (Ht File Photo)

Updated on Mar 28, 2025, 9:04 PM IST

Woman tracks down scammer who ordered ₹83,000 iPad using stolen PayPal password

However, the scammer’s mistake? PayPal revealed the delivery address.

Published on Mar 28, 2025, 12:06 PM IST

Woman swindles family of ₹28 crore, sells 80 stolen flats to fund online

She spent <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>11.5 crore on a livestreamer, gifting him luxury cars.

Updated on Mar 27, 2025, 12:51 PM IST

UK vlogger impressed by Delhi Metro, tells tourists not to get scammed by auto

A UK vlogger's review of the Delhi Metro has elicited mixed reactions on social media

Published on Mar 26, 2025, 6:11 PM IST

Mumbai woman loses ₹20.25 cr: How to protect yourself from ‘digital arrest’

A lot of scamsters involved in perpetrating digital arrest frauds are based in Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia.

Published on Mar 17, 2025, 7:11 PM IST

Mumbai woman loses ₹20.25 crore in digital arrest scam linked to Aadhaar

Throughout the whole period that the scam went on, the scammers instructed the victim to remain under "digital arrest."

Updated on Mar 17, 2025, 4:36 PM IST

Online scam wipes out woman’s life savings after fake payment page dupes her

According to the post, the bank, upon being contacted, refused to take responsibility.

Published on Mar 12, 2025, 4:14 PM IST

HR manager creates 22 fake employees, logs perfect attendance for over 8 years

The tech firm uncovered a ‘ghost employee’ after flawless attendance raised suspicion.

Published on Mar 12, 2025, 11:58 AM IST

36 men buy homes for their girlfriends only to realize they share the same one

The woman claimed to be 30-year-old working in e-commerce industry.

Published on Mar 8, 2025, 12:57 PM IST

SGGSCC says chatak baby: Yuvraj Dua, Arun Singh The Jhumroo @ DU campus for fest

Yuvraj Dua and Arun Singh danced up a storm with DU students at SGGSCC's Commerce department fest

Published on Mar 4, 2025, 3:46 PM IST

Who is Aurora Phelps? LA woman accused of ‘romance scam’ over online dating apps

Aurora Phelps is believed to have lured victims over online dating apps and exploited them to steal their personal information.

Published on Feb 23, 2025, 9:53 AM IST

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