Financial Frauds
Government warns against job scams; NCS registration, applications and interviews remain free
The Ministry of Labour has warned of rising online recruitment scams. It reminded job seekers that National Career Service (NCS) services are free. Fraud should be reported to helpline 1930 or the National Cyber Reporting Platform (NCRP).
2 min read24 Jul 2026Digital arrest scams cost Indians ₹4,000 crore since 2022: How fraud works and ways to stay safe
Digital arrest scams have cost Indians more than ₹4,000 crore since 2022 as fraudsters impersonate government officials to steal money. Check how these scams work, key complaint figures, warning signs, and practical safety tips to protect your savings from the growing threat of cyber fraud.
2 min read7 Jul 2026Kerala loan app crisis: 15,000 complaints, 7 suicides — 5 crucial lessons every borrower must know
Shocking revelations from the Kerala loan app crisis expose illegal lending scams, harassment and suicides, warning digital borrowers to stay cautious, verify lenders and protect personal data online.
3 min read21 Apr 2026As UPI fraud worries rise, can the e-rupee be a safer way to pay?
With 10.64 lakh UPI fraud cases worth ₹805 crore reported in FY26 (till November), RBI is tightening instant payments. But can the e-rupee’s token model lower scam risks?
4 min read20 Apr 2026₹12-crore stock scam: Supreme Court AOR warns of rising fraud tactics; 5 tips to stay safe
A ₹12 crore stock scam exposes the rising cyber-fraud risks in the country, as a Supreme Court AOR warns that awareness remains the strongest defence against increasingly sophisticated financial traps.
2 min read13 Apr 2026₹13 crore digital arrest scam: Ex-Delhi judge says awareness is your strongest defence— 6 ways to protect yourself
Growing digital arrest scams use fake police and court threats to coerce citizens into transferring large sums, highlighting the urgent need for awareness, verification, and strong cyber fraud protection.
3 min read2 Apr 2026How RBI’s Sachet Portal can help you stay safe from financial fraud in FY27; 5-step guide to file complaint
RBI Sachet Portal helps users verify financial institutions, report fraud, and track complaints.
2 min read31 Mar 2026As digital arrests rise, Parliament panel pitches a plan to hunt down cyber cons
With online financial frauds on the rise, a parliamentary panel has recommended bold steps to protect individuals and fight cyber fraudsters. Implementation, however, could be tricky.
5 min read25 Sep 2025India Inc steps up defences as sophisticated corporate frauds surge
White-collar crimes are surging across corporate India, from spoofed CEO emails to KYC scams. As fraud gets smarter, companies are lawyering up, tightening controls, and turning to AI to stay one step ahead.
4 min read15 Jul 2025Sebi bans Jane Street! What measures regulator may take to avoid repetition of Jane Street-like fraud
SEBI has temporarily barred Jane Street from the Indian stock market and impounded ₹4,840 crore for alleged index manipulation, raising concerns about retail traders' vulnerabilities in derivatives trading. Here's what SEBI may do to avoid such frauds in future.
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