Scams  

Pensioners in New Delhi are being targeted by a fake WhatsApp scam. The CPAO has advised pensioners not to share personal details and to be cautious. Learn how to protect yourself.

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.

AI voice cloning technology has led to innovative advancements but also spawned scams with potential serious consequences. Learn how to safeguard yourself.
 

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.

Rinku Singh Rahi, hailing from Uttar Pradesh, became the District Social Welfare Officer in 2007 through the UPPSC. He was shot at 6 times by miscreants for exposing corruption. He survived and eventually cracked UPSC in 2021, becoming an IAS officer.

Learn key strategies for online safety: avoid suspicious links, report scams, use strong passwords, stay informed about scams, and protect personal information.

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. 

Stay alert! Learn about the top online payment frauds, including identity theft, phishing, and UPI scams, to protect yourself from financial losses in the digital world.
 

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.
 

Various fraudulent companies offer fake car insurance policies. To avoid falling into a scam, employ these simple tips.

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. 

Buying gold can be tricky sometimes as the market has many counterfeits. Follow these tips to check the authenticity of your gold and ensure safety from scams. 

A businessman from Gujarat got scammed for Rs. 95 lakh by a new Facebook friend. She offered him a money-making deal of buying herbal products from India and selling them to her company for double the price. 

Chakshu and DIP launched under the Sanchar Sathi initiative to prevent online scams and frauds. People can report fraud calls, fake job offers, and phone number leaks on the portal. The reported numbers and fraudulent activities will be investigated.