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10 Common Tricks Used by Scammers: Beware and Stay Safe

Scammers target people of all ages, but middle-aged and elderly individuals are particularly vulnerable. Be cautious and aware of these common tricks:

1. TRAI Phone Scam: Fraudsters claim to be from TRAI, stating your mobile number is linked to illegal activities, and services will be suspended.
- Reality: TRAI doesn't suspend services; telecom companies do.

2. Parcel Stuck at Customs: Scammers claim a parcel with contraband has been intercepted and demand payment.
- Action: Disconnect and report the number.

3. Digital Arrest: Fake police officers threaten digital arrest or online interrogation.
- Reality: Police don't conduct digital arrests or online interrogations.

4. Family Member Arrested: Scammers claim a relative will be arrested and demand payment.
- Action: Verify with family members before taking action.

5. Get Rich Quick Trading: Social media ads promise high returns on stock investments.
- Reality: High-return schemes are likely scams.

6. Easy Tasks for Big Rewards: Scammers offer high sums for simple tasks, then ask for investment.
- Reality: Easy money schemes are scams.

7. Credit Card Issued in Your Name: Fake executives confirm large transactions on bogus credit cards.
- Action: Check with your bank.

8. Mistaken Money Transfer: Scammers claim incorrect transactions and ask for refunds.
- Action: Verify transactions with your bank.

9. KYC Expired: Scammers ask for KYC updates via links.
- Reality: Banks require in-person KYC updates.

10. Generous Tax Refund: Fraudsters pose as tax officials, asking for bank details.
- Reality: Tax departments already have bank details and communicate directly.

Stay Safe:

1. Verify information before acting.
2. Don't click suspicious links.
3. Confirm transactions with banks.
4. Report suspicious calls/numbers.
5. Be cautious of high-return schemes.
6. Update KYC in-person.
7. Don't share personal/bank details.

Report Scams:

1. National Consumer Helpline (1800-11-4000)
2. Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in)
3. Local Police Station

Stay informed, stay vigilant!
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*BBMP kicked off its pilot project Kukur Tihar (Festival of Dogs), to provide food to stray dogs.*

Initially, 8 feeding spots have been identified in each of Bengaluru's 8 zones. (NIE)
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*Say Hello to the F80, Ferrari's 1st "supercar" in 11 years.*

It will be its most expensive model and only 799 will be made!!

That's, both, FOMO and Scarcity Effect, in play! (FE)
BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS...
BBC Quiz Show "Quite Interesting" revealed that the HIGHEST number of English Speaking Population is not in the United Kingdom.
In fact, UK comes 6th most in the World.
No.1 Most English Speaking Population in the World is Amchi MUMBAI !!!
Congress's Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy recieves donation cheque of Rs 100 crore from Rahul's favourite Adani towards the establishment of Young India Skills University.
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BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS...
Instead of stopping at 10, 20, or even 30 stations, the Howrah-Amritsar Mail halts at a remarkable 111 stations along its route.
Traversing 5 states: West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab it covers a distance of 1,910 kilometers completing its journey in 37 hours!
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Todayโ€™s TOI - 21st Oct 2024
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*Can't stop the stubble burning in winter, so firecrackers are banned in Delhi, till 1st January!*

Wait! So, on 2nd January, winter will be over and so will the burning, right??

Seriously???
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BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS...
In 1949, a young Gir bull named Krishna embarked on an extraordinary journey from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, to Brazil, a priceless gift from the Maharaja of Bhavnagar
This single bull ignitd Brazilโ€™s very own 'White Revolution.'

Today 80% of Brazilโ€™s milk hails from Krishnaโ€™s lineage. Honoring this legacy, a majestic statue of the Maharaja stands near Brazil's Parliament, with Gir cows adorning the nation's coins and stamps, embodying their economic triumph.
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*8,000 feet BELOW sea level, there is a lot of biodiversity that's thriving!* (BL)
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*Bengaluru folks... There's an Orange Alert out till 24th Oct!*

As I type this, there's bright sunshine outside, but that can change very fast here! (NIE )
*India is the 7th largest producer of natural rubber, in the world.*

And 75% of the rubber cultivation happens in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
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More desis in Demand!

*Germany is facing a workforce shortage and plans to INCREASE the limit of work visas for Indians, from 20,000 to 90,000!* (Mint)
*Walmart is taking desi flavours to the US.*

With so many Indian origin families there, it's about time! (BL)
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BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS...
Hansa Shah, 70, had just undergone knee surgery and struggled to reach her coach at Dadar station & called the railway helpline for help.

ASI Maan Singh, upon receiving the alert, promptly contacted Shah. Unable to secure a wheelchair, he CARRIED her in his arms to her designated coach.
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BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS ...
Shocked to see torn jeans, garbage bags, and dirty worn-out sneakers as latest fashion & being sold  for lakhs and lakhs of money?
Well...see this now.
A Potato Sack Palazzo Being Sold For โ‚น60,000 In Mumbai In The Name Of โ€˜Fashionโ€™
If you look closely, youโ€™ll also find the quintessential blue-ink details that are often seen in sacks like these !!!!
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BEFORE SLEEPING KNOW THIS...
PNC Menon who left India with just Rs. 50 in his pocket, through sheer hard work & determination is now worth 10,000cr plus.
He is the former founder and chairman of Shobha Limited
He has dedicated
50% of his wealth to charity
donating 1,000 homes
& healthcare to over 2.5 lakh patients
A true Diamond ๐Ÿ’Ž out of earth's crest
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