Government's New Stance to Curb Online Fraud: WhatsApp and Telegram to Share Responsibility

Online Scam: The central government is taking a stricter approach regarding online fraud. A recent warning indicates that if a scam occurs due to new features on any messaging platform, the platform itself will also be held accountable.

Online Scam: If you use WhatsApp, Telegram, or other messaging apps, this news is for you. The central government has clearly stated that if a new feature on a messaging platform facilitates cyber fraud or online scams, the platform will share the responsibility. The government maintains that while introducing new technologies and features, companies must also ensure they are not misused.

Why did the government issue this warning?