Bengaluru shopper warns of overcharging scam at pharmacy
A Bengaluru Redditor exposed a pharmacy allegedly charging double. The incident highlights why you must always check your bill. Read to protect yourself from such scams.
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Kolkata man cheated of Rs 80,000 in online sale scam
A Kolkata resident was duped of Rs 80,000 by a fraudster posing as a buyer on an online marketplace. The scam involved fake UPI IDs and a 'token' refund pretext. Learn how to stay safe.
Salt Lake man loses Rs 2.4 lakh in online payment fraud
A 64-year-old Kolkata man lost over Rs 2.4 lakh after clicking a fake gas bill payment link sent via WhatsApp. Police have registered an FIR. Learn how to protect yourself from such online fraud.
NHAI Issues Alert on Fake FASTag Passes, Rising Online Fraud
NHAI warns of a surge in fake FASTag annual pass scams online. Learn how to spot fraud, official channels, and protect yourself from financial loss. Stay informed!
Ex-employee booked for ₹1.46 crore fraud in Hyderabad
Hyderabad police book ex-employee for allegedly diverting ₹1.46 crore in customer payments to personal UPI IDs. CCS investigates criminal breach of trust and IT Act violations.
Bengaluru: Rs 2.7 Lakh Lost in Fake Traffic Fine Scam
Two Bengaluru residents cheated of Rs 2.7 lakh via fake traffic fine links. Police warn against clicking unknown links as cybercriminals exploit this pretext. Stay vigilant.
Beware of 'Ghost Tapping' Scam in Crowded Tourist Spots
A new scam called 'ghost tapping' is targeting contactless payments in busy areas. Learn how to protect your money while travelling without ditching the convenience.
Tap-to-Pay Fraud Alert for Travellers Worldwide
A new 'tap-to-pay' scam is exploiting contactless payments globally. Learn how this fraud works, essential safety tips for your next trip, and how to protect your cards.
Bhopal: Retired cop loses Rs 2.4L in online pension scam
A 66-year-old retired police ASI in Bhopal lost Rs 2.40 lakh after clicking a fake 'life certificate' link on Facebook. Learn how the cyber fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar online scams.
Gandhinagar Garba Ticket Scam: Rs 4.4 Lakh Lost to Fake Screenshots
An Ahmedabad event company lost over Rs 4.4 lakh during Navratri after a fraudster used fake bank transfer screenshots to obtain tickets. Police have filed a case under BNS sections for cheating and criminal breach of trust. Read the full details.
Moga Businessman Loses Rs 8.5 Lakh to Cyber Fraud
A Moga-based businessman was duped of Rs 8.5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as police. Learn the details of this online fraud and how to protect yourself.
Bank of Baroda Manager Held for Rs 71 Lakh ATM Fraud
A Bank of Baroda assistant manager in Bantwal, Karnataka, has been booked for an ATM fraud of Rs 71.41 lakh. The scam was uncovered during an inspection that also revealed stolen gold worth Rs 55,000. Read the full investigation details.
US Suspends 6,900 Borrowers in $400M COVID Loan Fraud
The US SBA suspends 6,900 borrowers in Minnesota over a massive $400 million COVID loan fraud scandal. Key figures face bans and federal prosecution. Read the full investigation details.
Man arrested in Mumbai for villa booking scam, duped holiday goers
Vanrai Police arrested a 25-year-old for an online villa booking fraud in Lonavala. The accused took advance payments and vanished. Learn how to avoid such travel scams.
NYC Subway Ends MetroCard Era, Switches to Tap-and-Go
New York City's subway system has fully retired the iconic MetroCard, transitioning to a contactless 'tap-and-go' fare payment system. Discover how this major upgrade impacts commuters and modernises urban transit.
Kolkata BLO loses Rs 8.4 lakh savings in cyber fraud
A Kolkata school teacher and Booth Level Officer lost Rs 8.4 lakh in a sophisticated cyber fraud. The theft occurred in five transactions while he was busy with SIR work. Read the full story.
Real-Time Payments Surge as E-commerce Fraud Rates Ease
Visa's 2025 report reveals a global shift to real-time payments and a dip in fraud rates. Discover how merchants are using AI to fight threats and boost revenue.
SBI Sees 16,000 Cyber Frauds, Digital Banking Risks Rise
SBI data reveals 15,956 cyber fraud cases from Jan 2024-Oct 2025, with losses of ₹118.47 crore. Experts warn of rising digital banking risks. Learn how to stay safe.
Noida man loses Rs 24 lakh to fake electricity employee scam
A 59-year-old man in Greater Noida was duped of nearly Rs 24 lakh by a scammer posing as an NPCL employee. The fraud involved malware-laden APK files. Read the full story and learn how to protect yourself.
19-Year-Old Arrested in AI QR Code Fraud, Jaipur Police to Question
A 19-year-old from Jaipur was arrested for an AI-based QR code scam that diverted high-value UPI payments. Jaipur police will question him to uncover more frauds. Read the full investigation details.
Kollam: Rs 15 Lakh Gold Scheme Fraud Case Registered
Kollam East police register a fraud case after a private institution fails to return Rs 15 lakh deposited under a gold scheme. The action follows intervention by the State Human Rights Commission. Read the full details.
Jaipur teen arrested for UPI QR code fraud in Delhi
A 19-year-old from Rajasthan was arrested for manipulating shopkeepers' UPI QR codes in Delhi's Chandni Chowk, diverting lakhs to his account. Learn how the digital payment fraud was uncovered.
Fraud Risk Tool Prevents Rs 660 Crore Loss in 6 Months
A new Financial Fraud Risk Indicator has helped prevent cyber fraud losses worth Rs 660 crore within six months of its launch. Discover how this tool is safeguarding Indian citizens.
Hyderabad: Ex-Petrol Pump Staff Swindle ₹88.6 Lakh
Two former employees of a Hyderabad petrol pump booked for allegedly siphoning ₹88.6 lakh over 16 months via digital payment fraud. Police probe underway.
Rs 1.6 Lakh Lost in Hyderabad DMart WhatsApp Scam
A Hyderabad man lost Rs 1.6 lakh to a fake DMart New Year offer link on WhatsApp. Police register case, cyber chief warns of 32% festive fraud surge. Learn how to stay safe.
Mumbai Police helps actor Gajendra Chauhan get Rs 98k back
Mumbai's Oshiwara police swiftly helped Mahabharat actor Gajendra Chauhan recover Rs 98,000 lost to a dry fruit scam on Facebook. Read how they traced the money in under 10 days.
Mumbai senior loses Rs 5 lakh to ED impersonators
An 82-year-old woman in Mumbai was swindled of Rs 5 lakh by cyber criminals posing as ED officials who threatened her with arrest over a WhatsApp video call. Read the full details of the sophisticated scam.
Fifth Arrest in Rs 12 Crore Chinese Cyber Fraud Network
Noida cybercrime unit arrests a key suspect linked to Chinese fraud networks in a massive stock market investment scam. Learn how the multi-state operation was busted and how to protect yourself.
Pune Army Colonel Scammed of Rs 3.8 Lakh via Fake Challan
An Army colonel in Pune was duped of Rs 3.81 lakh after clicking a fake traffic challan link. The amount was charged to a Hong Kong hotel. Learn how to stay safe from such cyber fraud.
Amazon Pay UPI Biometric Authentication Launched in India
Amazon Pay introduces UPI biometric authentication for Android users, enabling PIN-free transactions up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition for faster, more secure payments.
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