Cyber Fraud: The 60-Minute 'Golden Hour' Can Save Your Money! Know 1930 Helpline Truth

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News18•17-01-2026, 13:01
Cyber Fraud: The 60-Minute 'Golden Hour' Can Save Your Money! Know 1930 Helpline Truth
- •Cyber fraud is rampant across all age groups and classes, evolving with mobile, internet banking, and UPI usage.
- •Fraudsters use various tactics like fake OTPs, KYC updates, digital arrest threats, and impersonating bank officials.
- •The 'Golden Hour' – the first 60 minutes after a fraud – is crucial for recovery, allowing banks to stop or reverse transactions.
- •Immediately call 1930 helpline, file a complaint on Cybercrime.gov.in, and inform your bank if defrauded.
- •Avoid unknown links, sharing OTPs, and downloading suspicious APK files to prevent cyber fraud.
Why It Matters: Act within the 60-minute 'Golden Hour' after cyber fraud by calling 1930 to maximize money recovery chances.
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