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The Central Government has issued a critical advisory to taxpayers regarding a new wave of phishing scams involving fraudulent income tax refund messages. According to government sources, scammers are sending deceptive messages that claim the recipient is entitled to a tax refund. These messages, which may appear convincing, state that a refund has been approved and will soon be credited to the recipient's bank account. However, they contain a malicious link prompting recipients to update their
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FAQ :
Scammers are sending fake messages claiming taxpayers are due an income tax refund, prompting them to click links to 'update' their bank account details.
The scammers send deceptive messages, often appearing convincing, that lead recipients to malicious links designed to steal sensitive financial and personal information.
No, the Income Tax Department clarifies that they never request sensitive details such as PAN numbers, Aadhar numbers, or bank account information via email or SMS.
Taxpayers should be vigilant, avoid clicking on links from unsolicited messages, and verify any refund claims exclusively through official tax department channels.
Red flags include unsolicited calls, emails, or messages claiming to be from tax authorities, promising large refunds, or requesting personal information or creating a sense of urgency.
If you suspect you've been targeted, report it immediately to the police and verify any suspicious communications through official resources.
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