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Man Loses Rs 29 Lakh While Trying To Buy iPhone On Instagram

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Cybercrimes are increasing in India, particularly scams during online payments.

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A man in New Delhi was scammed of Rs 29 lakh while trying to buy an iPhone on Instagram.

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The victim, Vikas Katiyar, was lured by the low prices and contacted previous buyers to confirm the page's authenticity.

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Katiyar paid Rs 28,69,850 to various accounts, believing it was for customs and taxes.

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Katiyar is still hopeful of receiving his phone and a refund.

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An FIR has been filed in Delhi's Cyber Police station.

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Note: Users should ensure they are buying from authentic websites and credible sources.

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Check the name of the account before making an online payment.

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Place orders through cash-on-delivery options when purchasing from unverified pages.

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Be cautious when making online purchases to stay safe from cybercrime.