Hyderabad, Jan. 8 -- With the Sankranthi festive season approaching, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) on Thursday issued an alert cautioning citizens across the State against a rise in cyber frauds and online scams during the festive period.
According to TGCSB officials, cybercriminals are exploiting increased online activity and digital transactions associated with festival shopping and travel bookings.
The Bureau has noticed a surge in fake Sankranthi offers, discounts, and cashback links being circulated through WhatsApp, SMS, and various social media platforms.
Officials said fraudsters are targeting citizens through bogus bus, train, flight, and cruise booking websites, scam messages claiming Sankranthi gifts, prize money...