A woman in Rajkot lost nearly two lakh rupees after falling victim to a phishing scam disguised as a refund for spoiled milk, highlighting the rising threat of online frauds in India. A 63-year-old woman in Rajkot lost ₹1.91 lakh…
Letters in The Hindu BusinessLine highlight ongoing discussions on the future funding of India’s digital systems, including debates over transaction charges, privacy concerns, and innovative applications like vehicle insurance checks at petrol pumps, amid broader issues of digital infrastructure and…
The Payments Council of India reassures that consumers and small merchants will not face charges for using UPI services, even as legislative debates consider fees for certain digital transactions, emphasising long-term funding and infrastructure security. Consumers and small merchants are…
A Nashik businessman lost ₹6 lakh after clicking on a malicious link disguised as a traffic challan, spotlighting the rising menace of fake APK scams exploiting traffic fine alerts to compromise mobile devices. A 28-year-old Nashik businessman has filed a…
Santander is reducing rates on 230 mortgage products by up to 25 basis points, aligning with major lenders’ industry-wide repricing as competition heats up and borrowing costs shift for homebuyers and investors. Santander is trimming rates on 230 mortgage products…
Often mistaken for affluence, the truly wealthy focus on discipline over display, prioritising long-term savings, low-interest debt, and unobtrusive spending to achieve financial security. The people who look affluent without trying usually share a set of habits that has less…
Living alone poses unique challenges for money management, but with tailored budgeting, savings, and debt strategies, single earners can build stronger financial habits faster, according to recent guidance from financial experts. Living alone can make money management feel less forgiving,…
A deeper look into how super top-up health insurance plans are transforming healthcare coverage by offering a more adaptable and affordable option compared to traditional high-sum policies, especially for those facing frequent medical claims. A health insurance top-up, a super…
A warning about the subtle tactics used by scammers, highlighting a Minnesota widow’s struggle with unauthorised charges totalling nearly $8,000 and how victims often battle to prove their innocence. Scams do not always arrive as obvious fraud. Sometimes they come…
The effect of late rent payments on credit scores hinges on reporting methods, timing, and management, highlighting the importance of prompt action and potential benefits of rent reporting for building credit. Late rent is not automatically a credit disaster, but…
India’s rapid adoption of digital payments has facilitated convenience but also led to an alarming surge in digital arrest scams, exploiting fears and engineering psychological coercion. With losses reaching ₹54,000 crore, experts stress the need for increased awareness and cross-sector…
A recent incident underscores the dangers of fake search results in the crypto space, as a user falls victim to a phishing trap amid ongoing market turbulence and regulatory uncertainties. A cryptocurrency user who searched Google for help after losing…
