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Fake Electricity Bill APK and .mobileconfig Scams in India: How to Spot, Remove and Report

Posted by Satyendra K Dwivedi October 14, 2026
Fake electricity bill messages push an APK file on Android and a configuration profile on iPhone. Here is how the scam works, how to remove it and where to report it.
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Old Coin Buyer Scam in India: How ‘Rare ₹1 Note’ Offers Steal Your KYC

Posted by Satyendra K Dwivedi October 14, 2026
Ads promising lakhs for old ₹1 notes and coins are used to collect your Aadhaar, PAN and bank details. Here is how the scam works and what to do if you shared them.
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Why a SIM Card Lock Is Your Phone’s Most Overlooked Security Shield

Posted by Satyendra K Dwivedi October 14, 2026
A SIM card lock stops a thief from using your number for OTPs after a phone theft. Here is how to set a SIM PIN, what it does not protect against, and the PUK trap.
Lost Phone, what next to be done

Protect Your Money: An Actionable Guide for a Lost Phone in India

Posted by Satyendra K Dwivedi September 9, 2025
A lost phone in India can put your money and data at risk within minutes. With a clear plan in the first 30 minutes, you can protect both — here's exactly what to do.

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