In a jaw-dropping case that reads like a true crime thriller, a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) based in East Delhi lost over Rs 1.3 crore (approximately $81,000) to a scam disguised as a meat export investment. The fraudster vanished without a trace, leaving behind a shaken investor, shattered trust, and a trail of fake documents. How the Fake Meat Export Scam Began The scam reportedly started in June 2023 when the NRI businessman was introduced to the suspect through a mutual friend. Posing as a well-established meat exporter, the man showed what seemed to be authentic business documents. These included contracts,…
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A New Digital Threat: Malware Hiding in WhatsApp Images WhatsApp, with its end-to-end encryption and ease of use, has become the go-to communication tool for billions. But as its popularity grows, so does its attractiveness to cybercriminals. A new, particularly stealthy scam is making waves—and it doesn’t even require you to click on a suspicious link. Instead, it hides inside the very thing we trust the most: images. Yes, just opening a seemingly harmless picture sent by an unknown contact can compromise your device. What Makes This Scam So Dangerous? This isn’t your average phishing trick. Cybercriminals have started using…
In a concerning new trend, Indian property owners — including many Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) — are facing a fresh scam involving fake tenants misusing rented residential addresses to commit GST fraud. Recently, Dr. Prashant Choubey, Additional SP from Indore, exposed this scam through a viral video, highlighting the major legal and financial risks involved. If you are an NRI who rents out your property in India, it’s critical to understand this scam and take steps to safeguard yourself. In this blog, we’ll explain the scam in detail, its dangers, and actionable tips on how you can rent your property securely.…
Beware of fake wedding invite scams within the Indian Community this season! Verify files before opening, avoid APKs, and report cyber fraud. Read more to learn how to stay safe!