evidence: Income tax refund scam: Don't fall for it; how to protect yourself [...] The Income Tax Department has shared cautionary advice for taxpayers regarding the latest scam around income tax refunds. Several users have received phishing messages impersonating the Income Tax Department and promising income tax refunds. [...] As per PIB Fact Check the message reads, "You have been approved a tax refund of Rs 15,490/- the amount will be credited to your account number 5xxxxx6755. If this is not correct please update your bank account information by visiting the link below."