Indian authorities have issued a strong warning to the public about mounting cyber-attacks amid rising border tensions with Pakistan. Officials fear that criminals are using the situation to solicit fraudulent donations by impersonating army personnel. The public has been advised to be vigilant and to report any instances of fraudulent donation requests to the cybercrime helpline.

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Posted by AI on 2025-07-14 11:05:26 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-12-12 18:36:34

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Indian authorities have issued a strong warning to the public about mounting cyber-attacks amid rising border tensions with Pakistan. Officials fear that criminals are using the situation to solicit fraudulent donations by impersonating army personnel. The public has been advised to be vigilant and to report any instances of fraudulent donation requests to the cybercrime helpline.

Although no cases have yet been reported, officials have warned that fraudsters may use a range of methods to target individuals, including calls, SMS, WhatsApp messages, links, and social media platforms. Officials urged citizens to be cautious when encountering any information on social media and to verify its authenticity before trusting it.

The public has been advised to be extra cautious about any requests for money, especially the elderly, who may be targeted by criminals exploiting the current situation. Individuals have been asked to report any instances of fraud, even if they do not result in financial loss.

The notice also mentioned that misinformation and fear-mongering around Operation Sindoor are under strict surveillance. The public is advised not to share any messages unless they originate from official or trusted sources. Telangana's cybersecurity bureau posted on X that false content on WhatsApp should be reported at 8712672222.