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India Faces ₹20,000 Crore Cybercrime Threat in 2025 Amid Surge in AI-Driven Deepfake Investment Scams

AI-powered scams using deepfakes and false endorsements have cost Indians over ₹20,000 crore, prompting urgent calls for stronger defences and public awareness.

BIS Raids FirstCry’s Bengaluru Warehouse, Seizes ₹90 Lakh Worth of Non-Certified Toys and Baby Products Over Quality Norm Violations

BIS seized nearly ₹90 lakh worth of uncertified children’s products from FirstCry’s Bengaluru warehouse, intensifying regulatory scrutiny on e-commerce safety standards.

Rajasthan Seed-Fertiliser Scam Busted: Carcinogenic Dyes, Sand Found in Products Sold Across 5 States; 40+ Units Raided

A statewide crackdown exposes a vast network of factories selling dangerous, adulterated seeds and fertilisers to unsuspecting farmers, raising alarms over health and regulatory oversight.

Over 200 Karnataka Investors Duped of ₹2 Crore in AI-Powered Fake ‘Trump Hotel’ App Scam

A fake ‘Trump Hotel Rental’ app using AI-generated Trump videos has conned hundreds of Karnataka investors out of crores, prompting urgent police warnings and expert advice.

Bandra Woman Duped of Rs 23.45 Lakh in Online Trading Scam Featuring Fake Celebrity Endorsements; FIR Filed

A Bandra social worker was duped of Rs 23.45 lakh after investing in a fake trading platform promoted with bogus celebrity endorsements.

Red Dye 3: The Dangerous Food Color Still Legal in India — Why You Must Join us Demanding Action?

A deep dive into the health risks, global bans, and urgent need for transparency around Red Dye 3 in India.

Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma Exposes WhatsApp Scam by Fraudster Impersonating Him, Shares Humorous Exchange

A scammer impersonated Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma on WhatsApp, prompting a witty public takedown and renewed calls for digital vigilance.

Madhya Pradesh Alleged Ration Scam: Dead Man Gets Food for 7 Years, Living Tribal Denied for 8 Amid Official Apathy

A Satna ration scam exposes how a dead man received food for seven years while a living tribal man was denied benefits for eight years due to administrative failures.

India Launches the New E-Zero FIR System to Help You Take Rapid Action Against Online Scams

India’s new e-Zero FIR system lets victims of cyber frauds over ₹10 lakh file FIRs instantly online.

Scam Calls Target F-1 Visa Students: FBI, USCIS, and Indian Embassy Issue Urgent Warning — Here’s How to Stay Safe

Scammers impersonating US and foreign officials are targeting F-1 visa holders with fake deportation threats, prompting urgent warnings from authorities.

Vasai-Virar ₹1,000 Crore Scam: ED Seizes ₹32 Crore; 41 Illegal Buildings Demolished, 2,500 Families Displaced as Probe Continues

A ₹1,000 crore scam involving illegal construction on reserved land in Vasai-Virar has left over 2,500 families homeless after the ED’s crackdown and court-ordered demolitions.

92-Year-Old Surgeon Duped of Rs 2.2 Crore in ‘Digital Arrest’ Scam; Delhi Police Nabs Two, Recovers Entire Amount

Two men posing as officials duped a 92-year-old Delhi resident of Rs 2.2 crore, but police recovered the full amount and exposed an international cyber fraud syndicate.

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.

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.