"online-scams"

Cyber fraudsters targeted doctors across Telangana, with 735 medical professionals losing nearly Rs 30 crore since September 2024. Investment scams caused the highest losses, while digital arrest, impersonation, cryptocurrency, loan and UPI frauds also affected victims, prompting renewed cybersecurity warnings

Adilabad Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan has urged people to remain alert against cyber frauds after 18 cases were reported in a week. He warned about scams involving APK files, fake job offers and social media links, and advised victims to contact 1930

In Hyderabad, police arrested Appari Vishwa Phanindra for allegedly duping a scooter owner through an OLX scam and fleeing with the vehicle during a test ride. Investigations revealed a duo targeting online sellers; the stolen scooter was recovered

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has issued a public advisory warning citizens about increased online scams and digital payment frauds during Holi.

In a rare incident, two cybercrime police inspectors from Rachakonda were cheated in separate online fraud cases involving fake TTD tickets and a bogus stock trading scheme, losing nearly Rs 43 lakh. Police have launched investigations.

Andhra Pradesh Police arrested 14 members of a Cambodia-linked cyber fraud syndicate that cheated a 75-year-old Bhimavaram resident of Rs 78.6 lakh through a fake digital arrest scam. Officials recovered Rs 42 lakh and seized phones, passports and digital evidence

In a sweeping campaign under ‘Cyber Jagarookta Divas’, Cyberabad Police sensitised over 4.8 lakh citizens about online investment frauds. The drive spanned educational institutions, parks, residential colonies, and corporate offices, with support from SCSC volunteers.

South Korean police have sought arrest warrants for 59 of 64 suspects repatriated from Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams. The suspects were part of investigations into romance and voice phishing scams across multiple provinces, officials said

According to Kaspersky, fraudsters are exploiting the popularity of the 18th edition of the IPL, which started on March 23 and is currently being played at various venues nationwide, to deceive individuals through different scam tactics

Scareware is a form of cyber threat designed to exploit fear and trick users into installing malicious software or paying for unnecessary services

In recent months, there has been an alarming surge in the number of scam calls targeting citizens. Those who are gullible become victims of online frauds and end up losing everything from money to identity.

These scams follow a specific modus operandi in which fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials and use video calls to convince victims that they are involved in criminal activities and must answer to the law. Out of fear of repercussions, victims often succumb to the empty threats of these scammers.

The authorities in Hyderabad have warned general public, especially those who spend a lot of time browsing the internet, to look out for Digital Arrest Scam.

They should be cautious when dealing with new or unfamiliar websites, as conducting transactions on such platforms may pose risks.