Cyber Crime  

Know what digital arrest is and note down tips on how to protect yourself from fraud.

A ransomware attack is a type of malware that locks your computer files and asks for money to unlock them. This type of attack is often referred to as digital kidnapping.

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called Context Cards to protect users from frauds and scams. It helps users make informed decisions about whether to join certain groups or not.

The Ministry of Education has canceled the UGC-NET June 2024 exam due to integrity concerns, affecting over 11 million candidates.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology recently posted on X (formerly Twitter) safety tips to prevent fake trading apps. 

Here are five effective ways to check the authenticity of work-from-home job offers and prevent employment scams. 

Be wary of loan scammers who use various pressure tactics to force you into making quick and undesirable judgments. Look for these frequent strategies:

Scams are becoming more common as the number of digital lenders and demand for personal loans increases. Here are some simple steps you may take to avoid online loan scammers.
 

Credit card fraud is becoming a major problem, and anyone can be its target. However, with proper precautions and awareness, it can be prevented. 

Mobile scam calls often try to trick people into disclosing their personal information. TRAI has announced the upcoming launch of a tracker called CNAP, which will provide details of the Aadhar card linked to the caller’s SIM.

Rs. 1.3 crore were retrieved by Gurgaon police after cyber criminals extorted money from a former IAF officer for fake stock market investment. Seven suspects have been arrested, including two bankers from Yes Bank. 

India ranks 10th in the list of cybercrime worldwide, according to a study published by the Department of Sociology, University of Oxford. Russia topped the list followed by Ukraine, China, and the US. 

Fake calls and messages can result in financial and security losses. Be sure to avoid suspicious calls and refrain from sharing sensitive information such as OTPs, PINs, credit/debit card details, and CVV with strangers over the phone.

A fraudster has been posing as DGP and demanding money on the phone in Jammu and Kashmir. The officials are currently investigating crime and the police have issued an alert to warn the citizens 

An Instagram influencer recently posted a video showcasing a scammer pretending to be an Indian police officer and asking for Rs. 30,000 as a 'compromise'.  The scammers even had a fake cop profile picture to decieve the victims.