With the rise of AI and hacking techniques, fraudsters are becoming smarter, using more sophisticated methods than one can imagine. One such case was reported in Kolkata, where the resident was duped by a fake gas agency executive and lost ₹1.3 L in the fake gas subsidy scam. Here is the complete detail of how […]
Another shocking case of a fake loan scam was exposed by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch in Bhubaneswar. The investigation revealed a fraud worth ₹3.5 crore, leading to the arrest of five individuals. The scam began with the manipulation of property documents to avail a loan, and later misappropriation of the
Have You Lost Your Phone? Act Fast Before Scammers Strike! If your phone has been stolen, don’t wait, report it immediately to your local police station and bank to prevent financial fraud like the recent UPI hijack scam. Wondering What This Scam Is? In a shocking case, Delhi Police arrested two fraudsters involved in a
In a shocking case of a virtual credit card scam, a 53-year-old woman from Hyderabad fell victim to cybercriminals and lost ₹2.29 lakh. This incident highlights the increasing sophistication of fraudsters and the importance of staying vigilant against financial scams. How the Fraud Unfolded The victim received a phone call from a person posing as
In yet another digital scam, a 27-year-old man from Bandra became the victim of a fake iPhone gift scam that cost him ₹1.80 lakh. The man reported a case of phishing & unauthorised transactions. Scroll down to know how the scam was operated. How the Scam Unfolded On March 16, the victim placed an order
When we encounter a scam, we generally consider two things: either the person is not tech-savvy enough to identify the scam, or is not educated enough. But scams happening these days have proved both these points wrong. Almost every other day, we come across news where even youngsters and people with good tech understanding are
What if you’ve been studying for months, spending late nights and early mornings preparing for the MBA CET exam? This test is your ticket to getting into a top business school. You work hard, give your best effort, and hope your scores will reflect your dedication. But despite all your efforts, someone else manages to
Matrimonial sites and apps are meant to help people find their true partners, but with the increasing number of fraud cases, they have also become hunting grounds for scammers. Setting the Trap A recent case from Gurugram highlights how these fraudsters operate. A software engineer, looking for a life partner, created an ID on a
Another day, another case of online job scams in India where a victim based in Mandamarri town in Telangana lost ₹2.12 Lakh. As per the report, the fraudster approached him via Telegram, offering an easy way to make money by putting simple Google reviews. Victim identified the scam much later when he failed to withdraw
In a heartbreaking incident that highlights the devastating consequences of cyber fraud, a 27-year-old man from Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, took his own life after losing money to an online scam. The Victim’s Struggle for Justice Abhishek Sood, the only son of his parents, helped his father run a small electrical shop. He had recently filed
Online gaming has become a popular pastime, and the industry has grown exponentially in recent years. This has attracted more players, along with scammers who see it as an opportunity to exploit them. Online gaming scams have been on the rise due to increased digital transactions and in-game purchases. Common scams include phishing, fake giveaways,
Another online gaming fraud, but this time on a massive scale! A ₹95 crore online gaming scam involving ‘Cricket Buzz’ has come to light, tricking people into depositing money they could never withdraw. Here’s how the police uncovered it. What the Police Uncovered? It all started with a gaming app called Cricket Buzz, which promised
