⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This is an independent news website and is NOT an official government or ministry portal.
arrow_backBack to Home
newspaperNews Archive

All News Articles

Browse every cyber fraud news article, advisory, and security alert submitted by our verified publishers.

article12 articles published
UPI Scam Alert: Fraudsters Using Fake Payment Screenshots to Trick Users - Image 1
UPI Fraud
29 Mar 2026

UPI Scam Alert: Fraudsters Using Fake Payment Screenshots to Trick Users

Cybercriminals are targeting users by sending fake payment screenshots and claiming successful transfers. Victims are tricked into handing over goods or money without verifying transactions.

verifiedRef: Cyber Crime Cell, Delhi PoliceRead Moreopen_in_new
Instagram Job Scam: Fake Recruiters Targeting Students with Work-from-Home Offers - Image 1
Emerging Scam
27 Mar 2026

Instagram Job Scam: Fake Recruiters Targeting Students with Work-from-Home Offers

Scammers are posing as recruiters on Instagram, offering fake work-from-home jobs and demanding registration fees from students.

verifiedRef: Indian Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new
newspaper
Emerging Scam
7 Apr 2026

UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India

Multiple users across India have reported a surge in fake UPI payment requests, with attackers employing social engineering to trick individuals into approving fraudulent collect requests. Authorities have issued an advisory, urging users to verify requests and avoid sharing sensitive information. Experts recommend proactive measures like enabling app notifications, setting transaction limits, and promptly reporting suspicious activity.

verifiedRef: National Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new
Courier Scam Alert: Fake Delivery Calls Asking for OTP and Payment Details - Image 1
Emerging Scam
29 Mar 2026

Courier Scam Alert: Fake Delivery Calls Asking for OTP and Payment Details

Fraudsters are posing as courier agents and calling users to collect OTPs or fake delivery charges.

verifiedRef: Cyber Crime Cell, Ministry of Home AffairsRead Moreopen_in_new
New RBI Guidelines: Banks Must Refund Unauthorized Digital Transactions Within 3 Days - Image 1
Policy Update
27 Mar 2026

New RBI Guidelines: Banks Must Refund Unauthorized Digital Transactions Within 3 Days

The Reserve Bank of India has introduced new guidelines requiring banks to process refunds for unauthorized digital transactions within a fixed timeframe to enhance customer protection.

verifiedRef: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)Read Moreopen_in_new
newspaper
Emerging Scam
4 Apr 2026

UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India

Multiple users across India have reported a surge in fake UPI payment requests, disguised as legitimate transactions, leveraging social engineering techniques. Authorities have issued a cyber advisory urging users to verify requests, avoid sharing sensitive information, and enable security features like app notifications and transaction limits.

verifiedRef: National Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new
AI Voice Scam Alert: Fraudsters Cloning Voices to Trick Families - Image 1
AI Fraud
27 Mar 2026

AI Voice Scam Alert: Fraudsters Cloning Voices to Trick Families

Cybercriminals are using AI voice cloning technology to impersonate family members and request urgent money transfers.

verifiedRef: Cyber Crime Investigation BureauRead Moreopen_in_new
newspaper
Emerging Scam
4 Apr 2026

UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India

Users across India are experiencing a surge in fake UPI payment requests, where attackers employ social engineering to deceive them into approving fraudulent transactions. Authorities and cybersecurity experts urge users to verify all payment requests carefully, avoid sharing sensitive information, and consider enabling app notifications or setting transaction limits as precautionary measures.

verifiedRef: National Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new
Courier Scam Alert: Fake Delivery Calls Asking for OTP and Payment Details - Image 1
Emerging Scam
29 Mar 2026

Courier Scam Alert: Fake Delivery Calls Asking for OTP and Payment Details

Fraudsters are posing as courier agents and calling users to collect OTPs or fake delivery charges.

verifiedRef: Cyber Crime Cell, Ministry of Home AffairsRead Moreopen_in_new
newspaper
Emerging Scam
4 Apr 2026

UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India

Users across India are experiencing a surge in fake UPI payment requests, where attackers use social engineering to trick them into approving fraudulent transactions. Authorities and experts advise verifying requests, avoiding sharing sensitive information, enabling app notifications, setting transaction limits, and promptly reporting suspicious activity to banks.

verifiedRef: National Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new
QR Code Scam: Fraudsters Trick Users into Sending Money Instead of Receiving It - Image 1
UPI Fraud
27 Mar 2026

QR Code Scam: Fraudsters Trick Users into Sending Money Instead of Receiving It

Scammers are sending QR codes to users under the pretext of receiving payments, but scanning them actually deducts money from the victim’s account.

verifiedRef: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)Read Moreopen_in_new
newspaper
Emerging Scam
4 Apr 2026

UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India

Multiple users across India are reporting a surge in fake UPI payment requests, where attackers use social engineering to trick users into approving collect requests. Authorities have issued a cyber advisory urging users to verify requests and avoid sharing sensitive information. Experts recommend enabling app notifications, setting transaction limits, and reporting suspicious activity immediately.

verifiedRef: National Cyber Crime PortalRead Moreopen_in_new