How to Identify Fake Job Notifications and Protect Yourself from Scams (2026 Guide)

Priya from Lucknow received a WhatsApp message from a “recruiter” at a well-known logistics company. The message was professional, the offer letter had a logo, and the salary was exactly what she was hoping for. They asked for a ₹2,500 “refundable security deposit” to process her joining kit. She paid. Then another ₹5,000 for “background […]