The audacity of the virus has been categorised as 'severe' and cyber experts say such a malicious programme has been detected for the first time which asks for a ransom of an estimated Euro or $300 to unlock the genuine files of a user through 'anonymous pre-paid cash vouchers'.
Internet users now will have to be more watchful while carrying out their online financial transactions as Pharming -- a new security threat used by hackers for making financial gains, has started surfacing in the country with the proliferation of Internet subscribers. Pharming attack is a new security threat for the Internet users, which is developing in the country and it is primarily launched by the hackers on the websites for getting financial gains.
Those evading taxes could soon find tax officials at their doorstep, with a rather insightful account of their big purchases.
With digital technology, the I-T department's ability to catch tax evaders has increased many times.
FSSAI to remove potassium bromate from food additives list
If you're considering settlement as a solution to end your debt problems, take a step back and consider the risks associated with such settlements.
Virus attacks are no more just virtual. They now have a voice and are getting more personal.
Analysts and investors are optimistic on India, but it is difficult to be as bullish.
'IAF is expanding at a rapid pace'
Buying on the internet is the future but be wary of the fine print and make sure you get a genuine product.
At the time of filling the KYC (Know Your Customer) documents (when joining), do not sign wherever you are asked to. In particular, look closely at the power of attorney (PoA) section, experts tell Sanjay Kumar Singh
New Zealand's cricketers have been warned to be wary of 'honey traps', which could be laid by sophisticated match fixing syndicates and betting chiefs during the upcoming ODI World Cup.
China is the "most active source" of national and industrial cyber espionage in the world, a report by US-based telecom major Verizon alleged.
A plethora of investment and financial products are available to you now. But you need to understand your requirement and choose a product through which the objective can be achieved.
The stock markets are seen taking temporary support at 12,500 for the Sensex and 3600 for the S&P Nifty before heading lower in the coming days.
Fraudulent emails exhorting people to deposit cash for reward are on the rise.
The deadly virus has been identified as 'AndroidSmssend' and it can acquire as many as four aliases to hoodwink the user and perpetrate its destructive activities on a personal Android enabled phone.
Watch out for multi-level marketing schemes luring investors with unusually high returns as it might just be just a ploy to launder money.
Read the fine print on the credit card application form carefully, so that you know exactly what you are signing up for.
'Pakistan may have moved back from this devilish plot in 2007, but there is no guarantee it won't be on the drawing boards again,' warns Rajeev Sharma.
Match-fixing bill passed unanimously and a match-fixer in New Zealand could face up to seven years in prison.
Constant criticism leading up to the Ashes may actually work in Australia's favour, galvanising an under-pressure team against a more settled England side, former Australian opener Matthew Hayden believes.
The police are using this device in Sabarimala and Guruvayoor temples for security measures.
The central bank said it had issued instructions to banks to ensure that under no circumstances forged banknotes got dispensed through ATMs or across exchange counters.
Do you feel tired all the time? And nothing seems to help? You may be suffering from Chronic fatigue syndrome.
The study also showed that waistline may be a better measure of health than the Body Mass Index measurement, as a gauge of weight in relation to height
During an interactive session at the 'Ideas for India' conference in London on Friday, Gandhi not only mounted a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party government but also extended an olive branch to regional parties who he had angered with his comment that they were not capable of taking on the saffron party for want of ideology.
When you sign your name as guarantor to use your good credit to help someone else obtain credit, you are taking a risk that a lender has refused.
The Administrative Reforms Commission, ARC plans to come out with a set of codes for the political executive and civil servants, to counter corruption.
The DARIN-III navigation attack system allows a Jaguar pilot to feed in the coordinates of targets deep inside enemy territory.
Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.
Once these apps sit on your smartphones, they filch private data with or without your permission.
'Is the idea of a committed judiciary once again being floated, though surreptitiously, unlike in the past when it was direct?'
Malaria, Dengue fever and Chikungunya can spoil the fun of the rains. Read on to find out how to keep yourself safe from them.
Watch out for injuries when using these machines/workouts.
