Fake SMS alert! PIB warns of new India Post PAN card scam: Tips to check authenticity
PIB Fact Check team confirmed that these SMS messages are completely fraudulent. They emphasized that India Post does not send such notifications regarding PAN card updates and urged the public to stay vigilant against such deceptive practices.The typical fraudulent message might read something like this: "Dear user, your India Post Payments Bank account has been blocked today.
Please update your PAN Card immediately. Click here: https://surl.li/iccpf." This message is designed to create a sense of urgency, pushing recipients to click on the link and possibly disclose sensitive information.To avoid falling victim to such scams, the public is advised to take several precautions: Milestone Alert!
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