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Centre joins WhatsApp to curb digital frauds, cyber threats

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Monday collaborated with WhatsApp to extend ‘Scam Se Bacho,’ Meta’s safety campaign against online scams and spam. As part of the collaboration, DoT and WhatsApp will work together to educate citizens on identifying and reporting suspected fraudulent communications to enhance digital safety and awareness. The initiative will include train-the-trainer workshops for DoT officials, Sanchar Mitras, Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), and field unit...

September 16, 2024 4:26 PM

Delhi police warns against false Whatsapp messages amid ongoing probe into school threat emails

The Delhi Police on Wednesday urged citizens to remain vigilant against false messages and misinformation circulating on WhatsApp. The warning came in response to a string of bomb threat emails targeting local schools, all of which were confirmed to be hoaxes. "Some audio messages are being pushed on WhatsApp and other chat groups that some suspicious objects were found in some schools. These messages are false and have no truth in them. I request all to please convey further that these are fal...