Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested former PHED minister and senior Congress leader Mahesh Joshi early Thursday, alleging his role in the Jal Jeevan Mission scam. The FIR targets tender dealings worth nearly Rs 960 crore, with accusations that forged documents and fake completion certificates were used to secure contracts, along with bribery and misuse of position.
A viral message is circulating online claiming Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is endorsing a “Quantum AI” investment scheme. The scam pitch promises massive returns from a tiny investment, with claims of zero risk and a government guarantee. Authorities warn such messages are false and are being used to lure unsuspecting investors into fraudulent schemes.
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Delhi Police have busted a doctor-led NEET scam in Delhi NCR, arresting four people including a doctor for allegedly extorting Rs 20-30 lakh from parents by promising guaranteed MBBS admissions. Eighteen aspirants were rescued after being lured with “important exam questions.” The crackdown began after a tip-off from Surat and targeted a sophisticated fraud network ahead of NEET-UG 2026.
A viral WhatsApp message promising free laptops under a “National Student Laptop Scheme 2026” has been officially debunked. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) says the claim is false and that such messages are often used to lure students into clicking links meant to steal personal or financial details. Authorities warn users to ignore the offers and not share information.
A 61-year-old man in Mangaluru was allegedly duped out of over Rs 2 crore in a digital arrest scam. Calling him over alleged SIM card misuse, fraudsters posed as NIA and ED officials, threatening fake FIRs and arrest while pushing WhatsApp messages. They even claimed his identity was linked to illegal acts including terrorism.
SEBI’s investor protection mechanisms can, in theory, return ill-gotten gains to affected investors. But in the Jane Street index manipulation case, experts warn compensation is not automatic. With only an interim order so far, victims may still need to clear legal and procedural barriers, making any actual payouts uncertain and potentially delayed.
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The Home Ministry’s Cyber Dost has warned Indians about a fraudulent viral letter falsely claiming recipients accessed child pornography and demanding legal action within 24 hours. The note impersonates the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre, including threats of prosecution. Similar messages have been received by The Times of India. Citizens are urged to stay calm and report the cybercrime instead of engaging.
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