Tag: awareness
Beware of Fake Government Subsidy Schemes: How to Protect Yourself from Online Scams
Fraudsters are becoming increasingly cunning, creating fake links and websites that mimic legitimate government portals. Examples include deceptive claims about…
Behind the Fake Smile: Understanding Deepfakes, Digital Scams & Your Legal Rights
Introduction Imagine receiving a video of a politician “admitting” to a scam—or a celebrity promoting a crypto investment. You forward…
Silent Breaches & Autonomous AI Agents: Understanding India’s Emerging Cybersecurity Risks
Introduction: The Breach You Can’t Hear Coming In today’s fast-changing world of cybersecurity, not every threat makes noise or leaves…
QR Code Scams: The New Digital Pickpocketing
In today’s India, where paying by UPI is as easy as a tap, scammers have discovered a new tool: QR…
Stipends Meant for Young Trainees Stolen After Government Portal Hacked ; A Stark Reminder of Our Digital Vulnerabilities
1. Introduction In August 2025, India witnessed a jarring reminder of how fragile digital systems can be when cybercriminals breached…
Don’t Fall for the PAN 2.0 Trap: How to Stay Safe and What the Law Says
Introduction: A Scam You Cannot Ignore Imagine receiving an email that says: “Upgrade your PAN to PAN 2.0 with a…
Two-Factor Authentication Under Fire: FBI Warns of New Surge in Bypass Attacks
Introduction Two-Factor Authentication Under Fire: FBI Warns of New Surge in Bypass Attacks — this headline is not just a…
The ‘I Love You’ Message That Costed ₹7 Lakh to Bank Employee – A Digital Romance Scam Unveiled
Overview: The story of “The ‘I Love You’ Message That Costed ₹7 Lakh to Bank Employee” highlights a chilling evolution…
CBI Nails Royal Tiger Gang Chief Running International Robocall Scam from Mumbai
In a sweeping enforcement operation that underscores the growing global nature of cybercrime, India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has…
What Is Section 66A of the IT Act? And Why Was It Struck Down?
In the digital era, where online expression thrives on social media and messaging platforms, laws regulating internet speech become critically…
