Consumer Safety
Indian Government and Google Warn Millions of Android Users: Critical Flaw in Versions 13–15 Exploited – How to Stay Safe
A severe Android vulnerability, already exploited by hackers, prompts urgent warnings and patching calls from Google and global authorities.
India Mandates ‘160’ Number Series in 2025 to Curb Online Financial Fraud and Scams
The government’s new 160 number series for financial calls aims to curb online fraud by making legitimate calls instantly recognisable.
Indian Railways Bans Waiting List Passengers in Sleeper & AC Coaches from May 2025, Introduces Heavy Fines to Improve Travel Comfort
From May 1, 2025, only confirmed ticket holders can travel in Sleeper and AC coaches, with strict fines for violators.
Gurugram Outrage: Man Confronts Rapido Driver for Harassing Wife; Platform Bans Him, Vows Stricter ID Checks
A Gurugram man exposes a Rapido driver’s harassment of his wife, prompting company action and public outrage.
Label Awareness: Food Safety Reporting Gets a Boost – You Can Now Report Misleading Labels in Just a Few Taps
Consumers can now upload images of misleading labels, FSSAI details, and e-commerce links to flag violations via Food Safety Connect app or FoSCoS portal.
WhatsApp Image Scam Alert: Empties Bank Accounts — Here’s How to Stay Safe
Cybercriminals conceal malware in ordinary WhatsApp images using steganography, bypassing OTPs to drain bank accounts – here’s how to protect yourself.
Supreme Court Orders FSSAI to Implement Nutritional Labels and Star Ratings on Packaged Foods in 3 Months
The Supreme Court has directed FSSAI to finalise food labelling rules within three months, mandating clear nutritional information to address rising lifestyle diseases.
Facing Issues with Government Services? CPGRAMS Solved Over 1 Lakh Complaints Last Month — Here’s How You Can Use It
CPGRAMS is India’s official platform for lodging government complaints, now faster and smarter with AI, resolving 1.11 lakh grievances in February 2025.
Madhya Pradesh Man Loses ₹2 Lakh in WhatsApp Image Scam: A New Cyber Threat Emerges
A new WhatsApp scam uses steganography to embed malware in images, causing financial losses.
Former ICMR Chief Soumya Swaminathan Slams Air India’s Loyalty Scheme, Cites Poor Service; Airline Responds
Former ICMR Chief Soumya Swaminathan shares her mixed experience with Air India’s customer service.
Detergent Powder Found in Ice Cream, Bone Weakening Chemicals Detected in Soft Drinks Across Karnataka
Karnataka’s food safety inspections reveal alarming health violations, including detergent in ice cream and synthetic milk.
LinkedIn Scams Exploit Professionals: Fake Mentors, Phishing Attempts, and Job Offers on the Rise
An alarming rise in LinkedIn scams reveals how fake mentors and job offers deceive professionals.
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