Online frauds

RBI To Set Up Digital Payments Intelligence Platform To Combat Online Fraud

While promoting ease of doing business, the RBI remains committed to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding the integrity of the financial system. 

Jun 07, 2024, 13:37 PM IST

DNA: No SIM, now phone will be blocked directly

Now along with the SIM cards of online fraudsters, the mobile handsets used in fraud are also being blocked. Due to this, the mobile phone used in fraud cannot be used again.

May 10, 2024, 02:06 AM IST

DNA: Big Cyber Fraud related to Board Exams

If you are not careful about cyber fraudsters, an accident is sure to happen to you. Because cyber fraudsters have found such methods of fraud that you and I cannot even think of.

Apr 12, 2024, 00:18 AM IST

Bengaluru Engineer Falls Victim To Bitcoin Investment Scam; Loses 95 Lakhs

In a recent incident, a 53-year-old engineer from Bengaluru has fallen prey to a Bitcoin investment scam, losing a staggering 95 lakhs to a fraudulent scheme.

Dec 26, 2023, 10:31 AM IST

Shocking 'Sextortion' Case: A Woman's Video Call, Clothes Off, Rs 6.5 Lakh Gone

As per the victim's complaint, he received a WhatsApp video call from a number on March 17, 2023, where a woman spoke to him. In the midst of the call, she suddenly undressed herself.

May 31, 2023, 22:21 PM IST

ICICI Bank alerts customers against new banking scam; Here’s how to remain safe

According to ICICI Bank, scammers are increasingly compromising customers' WhatsApp or Facebook accounts and sending messages to their connections requesting money.

Jul 08, 2022, 12:00 PM IST

Fraud Alert! Noida man hit by online bank fraud, gets saved by 1 paisa

The crooks attempted a Rs 2,000 transaction after obtaining his bank details, but it failed. 

Jun 12, 2022, 19:20 PM IST

Pavan Duggal suggests immediate remedies against cyber frauds

He stated that such events might result in a three-year prison sentence and a Rs 5 lakh fine, adding that this type of crime can also be recorded within a seven-year span.

Apr 23, 2022, 18:09 PM IST

Google account hacked? Here's how to find out

While the Google account simplifies our work by connecting all services, it also holds the key to our financial and personal information on these apps.

Mar 05, 2022, 15:28 PM IST

WhatsApp Scam: Man avoids fraud by asking THIS question

As a result, authorities and private companies regularly issue advisories to warn mobile phone users about cybercriminals.

Jan 28, 2022, 13:23 PM IST

COVID booster scam? Here’s how to protect yourself

While steps are being taken to reduce the number of incidents, fraudsters are coming up with new schemes to loot people.

Jan 23, 2022, 17:57 PM IST

Cryptocurrency scams on the rise: Here's how to remain safe

Cryptocurrency, like any other industry, is susceptible to fraud and theft. On the other hand, advise investors to thoroughly comprehend the risks associated with dealing in digital assets.

Jan 16, 2022, 21:13 PM IST

UP teacher defrauded of Rs 32 lakh by a Facebook "friend"

According to police officials, the woman paid the money online in six installments over a 45-day period and even took out a loan to do so.

Dec 31, 2021, 09:14 AM IST

Online job with huge salary? THIS woman lost Rs 1 lakh, here’s how

The promised income was a whopping Rs 5,000 each day!

Dec 26, 2021, 15:33 PM IST

Paytm user? THIS message that can take away your money through fake apps

Scammers and fraudsters use a variety of ways to deceive individuals, including making fake phone calls, sending bogus emails with links to fake websites.

Dec 26, 2021, 15:17 PM IST

Online fraud: Man dupes people by selling fake iPhones on Instagram

The complainant claimed that a bogus Instagram account was created to sell iPhones at a lower price than the market cost, and that the accused defrauded the victim of Rs 48,000.

Dec 19, 2021, 16:26 PM IST

Beware! THIS WhatsApp scam may take away your hard-earned money; here’s how to stay safe

Recently, a group of fraudsters in the United Kingdom discovered a new way to defraud individuals via WhatsApp.

Dec 11, 2021, 21:50 PM IST

Beware! Mumbai man pays Rs 400 e-challan, loses Rs 60,000 to online fraud

Sections 419 (Punishment for cheating by personation) and 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code, as well as sections 66C (punishment for identity theft) and 66D (punishment for cheating by personation by utilising computer resource) of the IT Act, have been filed

Dec 07, 2021, 19:44 PM IST

QR Code Scam: User lost Rs 50,000 by scanning a code; here’s how to stay safe

A QR (Quick Response) app can simply recognise the QR (the longer phrase- Quick Response) code. To decipher the code, all that is required is a camera and the app. 

Nov 13, 2021, 09:18 AM IST

Alert! HDFC Bank warns customers of cyber fraud; Here’s how to avoid loss of money

In light of this, HDFC Bank has issued a warning to its account holders about the increased possibility of cyber fraud. Not only that, but HDFC Bank has also provided recommendations on how to keep safe while banking online.

Nov 06, 2021, 12:00 PM IST