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Cybercriminals are using India Post scams to steal lakhs from unsuspecting Indians
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Published on 24 April 2026
A retired employee lost 23 26 lakh in one case
Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating India Post in courier-style online frauds, mirroring earlier FedEx scam patterns. In one reported case, a retired government employee was reportedly swindled out of 23.26 lakh. Telangana alone recorded 89,783 cybercrime complaints in 2023, where courier frauds frequently targeted retired employees and housewives.
- India Post impersonation is fueling a new wave of courier frauds
- One case reportedly cost a retired employee 23.26 lakh
- Telangana saw 89,783 cybercrime complaints in 2023
- Retirees and housewives are common targets in these scams
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