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I4C Warns Companies Over Rising ‘Boss Scam’ Targeting WhatsApp Accounts, Finance Teams at High Risk

New Delhi, August 7:  The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a fresh warning to businesses and finance professionals after detecting a significant increase in a sophisticated cyber fraud campaign popularly known as the “Boss Scam.” The scam primarily targets corporate executives, chartered accountants, chief financial […]

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LPG Delivery Scam Alert: Fraudsters Using OTP & DAC Trick to Target Gas Consumers

Consumers using LPG cylinders are being warned about a new cyber fraud in which scammers are posing as gas delivery agents to steal OTPs and Delivery Authentication Codes (DAC). Government oil companies have issued fresh advisories asking people not to share sensitive delivery codes over phone calls, WhatsApp messages, or suspicious links. The fraud has […]

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WhatsApp bans 9400 accounts linked to digital arrest scams Centre informs Supreme Court

New Delhi- The Centre has informed the Supreme Court of India that over 9,400 accounts linked to digital arrest scams have been blocked by WhatsApp since January this year as part of a coordinated crackdown on cyber fraud. The action forms part of a broader strategy involving multiple agencies, including the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination […]

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Delhi Police Flags 250 Illegal Betting Apps Ahead of New Gaming Rules

New Delhi- The Delhi Police has identified and reported more than 250 illegal betting and gambling applications, intensifying efforts to curb online fraud and unauthorised gaming activities. Officials said these apps, many of which are locally developed, have been flagged for involvement in betting operations and cheating scams. The crackdown comes ahead of the implementation […]

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