Crime
Digital Scam Wave: Why Ordinary Families Are Being Targeted
Online fraud is no longer limited to big cities or wealthy targets. Ordinary families are now facing calls, links and payment traps every day.
Digital payments and online services have made life easier, but they have also opened new doors for fraud. Scam calls, fake links, courier threats, job offers and investment schemes now reach people across towns and villages.
Most scams work by creating fear or greed. The caller may claim that a bank account will close, a parcel is stuck, a relative is in trouble, or a quick investment will double money.
Citizens should avoid sharing OTPs, passwords, Aadhaar details or payment PINs. When in doubt, disconnect the call and verify through official numbers.
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