banking & financial frauds

A Haldwani resident reportedly lost over ₹2.5 lakh through unauthorized banking transactions without sharing OTPs or clicking suspicious links, raising concerns over advanced cyber fraud techniques.

Fraudsters are using fake Aadhaar update messages to steal your personal and banking data. Don’t fall for it. A new scam is spreading rapidly through WhatsApp groups, where users receive a fake notice claiming their Bank of Maharashtra account will be blocked if Aadhaar isn’t updated within 24 hours. The message urges users to download a malicious “Bank of Maharashtra.APK” — a clear trap designed to compromise your data and finances.