Happy New Year 2026 messages scam alert: Authorities issue warning over WhatsApp, Telegram texts and SMS
As India gears up for New Year celebrations, cybercrime authorities have sounded a high alert over a dangerous new “greeting scam” targeting millions of users on popular messaging platforms. The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) and Hyderabad police are sharing the warnings, highlighting how fraudsters are disguising malware as festive New Year 2026 wishes to steal personal data and empty bank accounts.
