India instructs WhatsApp to remove over 36 lakh accounts for making scam calls and disable such accounts.

Yes, the Indian government has ordered WhatsApp to block accounts that are engaged in fraudulent activities. Over 36 lakh accounts have already been banned in India for the same reason.

The government has taken this step to protect its citizens from scammers who are using WhatsApp to make fraudulent calls. These calls often involve the caller pretending to be from a government agency or a legitimate company in order to trick the victim into giving away their personal information, such as their bank account number or credit card number.

WhatsApp has been working with the government to identify and block these accounts. The company has also taken steps to improve its security features, such as by requiring users to verify their phone numbers before they can create an account.

However, scammers are always finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities in WhatsApp's security features. This is why it is important for users to be aware of the risks and to take steps to protect themselves from scams.

Here are some tips to help you avoid being scammed on WhatsApp:

• Never give out your personal information, such as your bank account number or credit card number, to someone you don't know.
• Be suspicious of any calls that come from unknown numbers.
• If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from a government agency or a legitimate company, hang up and call the number directly to verify the caller's identity.
• Report any suspicious calls to WhatsApp or the authorities.

You can also protect yourself from scams by using a security app like Signal or Telegram. These apps offer end-to-end encryption, which means that your calls and messages are protected from being intercepted by anyone other than the sender and recipient.

If you think you have been scammed on WhatsApp, you can report it to WhatsApp by following these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp.
2. Tap the three dots in the top right corner of the screen.
3. Select "Help."
4. Select "Contact Us."
5. Select "Report a Problem."
6. Select "Something Else."
7. Describe the scam in detail.
8. Tap "Submit."

WhatsApp will investigate your report and take appropriate action.