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The Chhattisgarh Transport Department has issued an advisory urging citizens to make all e-challan payments related to their vehicles exclusively through the department's official website. This...
In a significant policy shift, Aadhaar cards are no longer recognized as valid birth certificates in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. The Planning Department in UP has officially notified all relevant...
If you regularly use UPI payments for your daily purchases, here’s a crucial number you might need. It’s wise to save this number in advance to avoid any inconvenience. Many people use Google Pay,...
Online shopping is booming in India ahead of Diwali, but the risk of cybercrimes is also surging during the festive season. Cyber security companies report a nearly 40% increase in fraud cases, with...
The Election Commission (EC) has implemented a significant change concerning online voter ID services. To add new names, make corrections, or remove names from voter lists, verification via a mobile...
When shopping on Flipkart, consumers encounter the Protect Promise Fee, an additional charge that often sparks curiosity. This fee, which can range from ₹19 to ₹149 depending on the product, might...
Cybercriminals are exploiting the anticipation surrounding the Apple iPhone 17 series. Kaspersky, a cybersecurity firm, has reported that scammers are actively targeting potential buyers worldwide....
Incidents of fraud are rapidly increasing, with individuals falling victim to cyber fraud on a daily basis. There has been a significant rise in cases related to the Digital Arrest Scam in the past...
Google is the primary search tool for many when seeking information online, but cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting this habit. Scammers are cleverly using Google search results to spread...
UPI has simplified payments, enabling instant money transfers via mobile numbers or QR codes. However, errors can occur, such as entering the wrong number, adding or omitting a digit, or sending...
Recently, a significant credit card fraud case involving SBI customers came to light. This fraud resulted in losses of approximately 2.6 crore rupees for around 350 individuals. Following a six-month...
To curb the increasing fraud cases in India, the Department of Telecommunications has blocked approximately 3 to 4 lakh SIM cards. These SIM cards were being used for fraudulent activities. The...
The government is issuing warnings to the public about fraudulent trading applications designed to steal money. One such app, 5pit Trade, is highlighted as a potential threat to financial security....
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has proposed changes to cybersecurity rules to curb fraudulent activities associated with mobile phone numbers. A new draft of cybersecurity rules, filed on...