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Crime
Telangana warns of rising online shopping scams and card frauds
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 08:34 PM
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The Telangana Government Consumer Service Board has issued an alert about a sharp increase in online shopping scams and credit‑card frauds, urging shoppers to stay vigilant.
The Telangana Government Consumer Service Board (TGCSB) has publicly warned that incidents of online shopping scams and credit‑card frauds are on the rise across the state. In its advisory, the board highlighted a noticeable surge in fraudulent e‑commerce transactions where victims are lured by fake offers and deceptive websites.
Consumers have been urged to verify the authenticity of online sellers, avoid sharing card details on unsecured platforms, and use secure payment gateways. The TGCSB also advised shoppers to regularly monitor bank statements for unauthorized transactions and to report any suspicious activity to their banks and local authorities immediately.
The board reiterated that while digital commerce offers convenience, it also presents opportunities for criminals to exploit unsuspecting buyers. By staying informed and exercising caution, consumers can protect themselves from financial loss and help curb the growing menace of online fraud.
Consumers have been urged to verify the authenticity of online sellers, avoid sharing card details on unsecured platforms, and use secure payment gateways. The TGCSB also advised shoppers to regularly monitor bank statements for unauthorized transactions and to report any suspicious activity to their banks and local authorities immediately.
The board reiterated that while digital commerce offers convenience, it also presents opportunities for criminals to exploit unsuspecting buyers. By staying informed and exercising caution, consumers can protect themselves from financial loss and help curb the growing menace of online fraud.