online safety news

Former Karnataka MLA duped in ‘digital arrest’ scam, loses ₹31 lakh: Report

The victim, a former MLA from Karnataka, was manipulated over video calls, believing he was under investigation, before realizing it was a fraud and reporting it to the police. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

bengaluru news

Published on Sep 09, 2025 04:14 PM IST

Karnataka sees hundreds of cybercrime cases in one day, Bengaluru reports most

Scammers are using fake courier calls to take control of victims' phones, leading to widespread financial losses in Bengaluru. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

bengaluru news

Published on Aug 13, 2025 11:59 AM IST

Decoding UK’s OSA, ChatGPT adds emotional support, and pondering Windows’ future

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technology

Published on Aug 07, 2025 06:00 AM IST

3 quick ways to check if hackers know your password

Passwords leaks are more common that you may have thought.

technology

Updated on Jul 10, 2025 05:29 PM IST

IIT Bombay student says college ID photo misused to scam JEE aspirants online

A scammer used IIT Bombay student’s online ID photo to harass aspirants.

trending

Published on Jun 16, 2025 08:00 PM IST

It’s 2025. Stop falling for these 5 common scams. Regards, your smartphone

Here's how hackers use everyday tricks to target your smartphone through trust and routine mistakes.

technology

Published on May 26, 2025 10:32 AM IST

Gmail scam: Google says users have 7 days to recover hacked accounts

Google says users still have seven days after their email is compromised to attempt to recover the account.

technology

Published on Apr 23, 2025 05:13 PM IST

Converting PDF online? Beware, hackers are now hiding viruses - How to check

Double check the authenticity of PDF conversion websites.

technology

Published on Apr 22, 2025 10:40 AM IST

Want to join an online course? Here’s how to stay safe and enroll smarter

Enrolling in an ODL program is a deliberate choice that shapes your career, and it need not be a blind gamble.

features

Updated on Apr 15, 2025 07:58 AM IST

Juice Jacking: Why charging your phone at a public USB port could be a mistake

Juice Jacking is a serious concern these days, and you must know how to be safe.

technology

Published on Apr 10, 2025 06:20 PM IST

Guest column | Raising digital citizens: Parenting in the age of online perils

Social media, streaming platforms and online communities profoundly shape young minds, influencing identity formation and worldview. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

chandigarh news

Published on Apr 01, 2025 07:36 AM IST

Chrome users at risk: These 16 popular extensions could compromise your security

Check if you have any of these extensions installed.

technology

Updated on Mar 03, 2025 02:23 PM IST

Sandra Bullock warns fans about imposters posing as the actor on social media

Sandra Bullock released a statement warning people about scams coming from social media accounts impersonating her.

cinema

Published on Feb 04, 2025 12:55 PM IST

Smartphone safety tips: 5 ways to prevent online fraud, data theft

Following basic digital hygiene can go a long way in preventing digital fraud.

technology

Updated on Jan 30, 2025 04:26 PM IST

Harry and Meghan criticise Meta over fact-checking changes

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have criticised Meta’s fact-checking changes (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

us news

Published on Jan 13, 2025 09:38 PM IST

Tech giants must obey UK’s online safety laws, says minister

Science Secretary Peter Kyle said he was ‘open-minded’ about tightening online safety legislation (BBC/PA)

technology

Published on Jan 12, 2025 05:46 PM IST

UK will not pit AI safety against investment in bid for growth, says minister

Science Secretary Peter Kyle said Britain could be an AI ‘sweet spot’ (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

technology

Updated on Jan 12, 2025 04:09 AM IST

UK going ‘backwards’ on online safety, Molly Russell’s father tells Starmer

Molly Russell who took her own life in November 2017 after she had been viewing material on social media (Family handout/PA)

world news

Updated on Jan 11, 2025 11:22 PM IST

3 free cybersecurity courses to learn about cyber threats and stay safe online

Cybersecurity is a high-demand field for individuals and professionals are needed to fill roles in ethical hacking, security analysis, and more. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

features

Updated on Dec 29, 2024 08:37 AM IST

Australia tables bill; UK plans to block social media for children under-16s

A teenager uses his mobile phone to access social media, Sydney, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. (Dean Lewins/AAP Image VIA AP)

world news

Published on Nov 21, 2024 08:18 AM IST

After Imsha Rehman, explicit video of Pakistani TV host Mathira goes viral

Pakistani TV host Mathira's explicit videos have been leaked on social media.

trending

Updated on Nov 19, 2024 01:02 PM IST

UK and US agree joint action over children's online safety

UK, US agree joint action over children's online safety (Representational image)

education

Updated on Oct 11, 2024 11:19 AM IST

Teen social media use: Why banning isn’t the answer

A teenager using social media.

knowledge

Published on Oct 01, 2024 10:11 AM IST

Australia plans social media minimum age limit: ‘Kids should be off devices'

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to the media during a press conference. Albanese aims to trial age verification, likely between 14 and 16, promoting real-life experiences over online interactions.

business

Published on Sep 10, 2024 12:32 PM IST

10 effective strategies for parents to foster digital literacy in adolescents

As parents, nurturing digital literacy abilities in our teens is essential for their success and safety online.

relationships

Published on May 27, 2024 06:50 PM IST

UK regulator to probe OnlyFans over age-verification measures

A logo for OnlyFans is seen in this illustration picture

world news

Published on May 01, 2024 10:39 PM IST

Ludhiana police launch cyber crime awareness calendar

Commissioner of Police Kuldeep Chahal releasing calendar on cyber security in Ludhiana. (HT)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jan 20, 2024 05:12 AM IST

Indians lose on average ₹20,000 to holiday shopping scams: Survey

(Representational)

technology

Published on Nov 02, 2023 11:07 PM IST

Explainer: The Mahadev App online betting scam in Chhattisgarh

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The interrogation of the arrested revealed that the Mahadev app was run from more than 30 centres, mostly in Chhattisgarh, and transactions worth over ₹200 crores were carried from each of these centres. (Shutterstock)

Digital parenting: Overcoming challenges of raising children in the digital age

Parenting is undoubtedly a challenging journey filled with tough decisions and dilemmas.

relationships

Published on Jun 26, 2023 05:40 PM IST

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