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PIB warns students about a fake ‘Students Laptop Scheme 2026’ WhatsApp scam designed to steal personal and financial information.

The government has cautioned citizens against a fraud involving fake certificates claiming approval for mobile tower installation and seeking money as agreement fees.

PIB Fact Check dismisses claims of FSSAI paralysis, saying food business licensing and safety regulations continue smoothly nationwide.

The Press Information Bureau has flagged a fraudulent notice falsely claiming to be from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), warning citizens against sharing details or making payments.

The PIB has warned against a fake investment scam using AI-generated videos of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on social media platforms.

A viral social media claim that India and other countries would recognise Somaliland has been flagged as false, with the MEA clarifying that no such decision has been announced.

PIB has cautioned citizens against a fake WhatsApp message claiming that the Ministry of Finance is offering Rs 46,715 as financial assistance.

PIB Fact Check dismisses viral claims of PM Modi holding talks with Somaliland’s President, calling the social media post fake and misleading.

The Centre denies viral claims that RBI will stop Rs 500 notes from ATMs by March 2026, saying the denomination remains legal tender.

PIB Fact Check clarified that no tax applies to bank transactions, only to unexplained income after scrutiny under law.