Kerala police warn of fake update scam targeting Vivo, iQOO smarphone users
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Summary
Users are being shown pop-up alerts such as "Urgent System Update Required," clicking the link in such messages downloads malicious files
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right