A single phone call claiming a “hacked bank account” was all it took for a cybercriminal to steal ₹7.76 lakh from a city resident. The victim, Inderpal Singh from Guru Nanak Nagar, initially ignored the fraudster’s call, but moments later, he discovered that his account had been drained. This alarming case highlights how scammers manipulate […]
Fake calls, messages, and fraudulent schemes continue to fuel the rising cases of cyber fraud, causing distress to countless victims daily. In a recent case, an 86-year-old woman from South Mumbai was defrauded of over ₹20 crore. This incident sheds light on how fake call scams work, where fraudsters manipulate victims through fear and threats
With the rise of digital communication, scammers have found new ways to deceive unsuspecting individuals. One such case involves a businessman who fell victim to a sophisticated WhatsApp investment scam. What started as a small test investment quickly escalated into a massive financial loss. This blog sheds light on how the scam unfolded and the
Investing and trading are no more a hassle. With smartphones and easy internet access, people can trade from anywhere, anytime. However, with this easiness comes the danger of unauthorised & banned forex trading apps in India. Now, scammers generally promote these apps through flashy ads displaying high returns or guaranteed profits. But in reality, such
Have you ever found a detail of a trade you never executed? Or is your brokerage more than what you have calculated? If you have ever encountered such cases, don’t sit quietly, it could be an unauthorised trading. Such practices by your broker or advisor can lead to financial losses, legal battles, or breach of
“I have a part-time work-from-home opportunity for you! No joining fees, and you can earn ₹15k-₹20k easily.“ Be honest! how many of you would at least click on this message? Most of you, right? That’s exactly how the Prepaid Task Scam begins. Scammers lure victims with unrealistic salaries and benefits, only to trap them into
Identity theft is not something that is limited to financial losses. It has a much bigger impact on your life. With different types of identity theft scammers use your data to execute crimes, and frauds, avail tax return benefits, and much more. The worst part is, that it takes so long to detect the scam
The effects of Identity theft are more dangerous than you think, it’s not just about losing money! Scammers don’t just steal your money; they steal your identity, reputation, and peace of mind. Your stolen details could be used for fraud, tax evasion, or even illegal activities. All these could leave you to deal with the
Imagine waking up one day to find out that someone has taken a loan in your name, emptied your bank account, or even committed fraud using your details. Scary, right? The effects of identity theft could be worse. Unfortunately, identity theft is more common than you think, and scammers are getting smarter every day. In
Have you ever received a loan offer you never applied for? Or come across an app promising instant loans with 0% interest? If yes, you might have been targeted by a loan scam. With the rise of digital finance, fraudsters have found new ways to exploit people in urgent need of money. Two of the
Imagine this: you’re in urgent need of money, and suddenly, you come across an app promising an instant loan with no paperwork. What else do you want at that time of need? And without checking anything, you just install the app. To get the loan you fill in your details, you get a credit of
Looking for a loan provider? Now, you don’t have to stand in a queue to get your file approved. All you have to do is download an app on your device, fill in some basic information, and your loan gets sanctioned instantly, with the money credited to your account. No wonder such apps have made
