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Online Job Fraud Surge Sparks National Awareness Campaign

10/31/2025

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The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal identifies "Online Job Fraud" as a rising risk, noting scammers impersonate reputable companies and demand upfront fees.
A man was arrested for cheating over 35 individuals by posing as an Income Tax Officer, with one victim losing Rs 9.20 lakh.
In Canada, scams via texts and social media have prompted a national awareness campaign to educate the public on identifying and reporting scams.

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Story summary

The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal identifies "Online Job Fraud" as a rising risk, noting scammers impersonate reputable companies and demand upfront fees.
A man was arrested for cheating over 35 individuals by posing as an Income Tax Officer, with one victim losing Rs 9.20 lakh.
In Canada, scams via texts and social media have prompted a national awareness campaign to educate the public on identifying and reporting scams.