Cyber Attack
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Man sent 1500 threat mails to courts across India, used VPN, changed houses: How he was captured
Delhi | Mar 31, 2026, 09:08 PM ISTShrinivas Luis allegedly sent hundreds of threat emails, many of them targeting courts, including the Supreme Court of India and several High Courts.
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Offline cyberattacks surge in India: 1 in 3 PC users targeted, 64 million threats blocked in 2025
Technology | Mar 25, 2026, 07:02 PM ISTA new report reveals a worrying rise in offline cyberattacks in India, with nearly one-third of PC users targeted in 2025. Over 64.6 million local cyber threats—mainly via USB devices—were blocked, highlighting growing risks even without internet connectivity.
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‘ChiChi Call’ viral video scam: How Ghost File fraud is targeting social media users
Technology | Feb 23, 2026, 12:36 PM ISTThe ‘ChiChi Call’ viral video trend targeting Vera Hill is a Ghost File scam. Experts warn that fake links use SEO poisoning and phishing pages to steal personal data and spread malware across social media platforms.
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Using public Wi-Fi in India? Here’s how it can put your personal data at risk
Technology | Feb 05, 2026, 04:27 PM ISTUsing public Wi-Fi in India may save mobile data, but it can expose your phone to hacking, data theft, and cyber attacks. Avoid sensitive activities, use a VPN, and follow basic cybersecurity practices to stay protected while using public internet networks.
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Mumbai: Seven nabbed as police crack major online investment scam; probe uncovers nationwide network
Maharashtra | Jan 06, 2026, 06:15 PM ISTTo trap people, they created several fake investment websites offering attractive but fraudulent schemes. They promised high returns in share market, gold trading and forex trading.
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Govt warning: Attackers can hijack WhatsApp via 'GhostPairing' vulnerability; all you need to know
Technology | Dec 20, 2025, 06:18 PM ISTThe 'GhostPairing' vulnerability in WhatsApp enables attackers to seize full control of an account, providing them with unrestricted access to real-time messages, photos, and videos through the web interface.
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CBI charges 17 people, 58 companies in Rs 1,000 crore cyber fraud; 4 Chinese nationals named
India | Dec 14, 2025, 11:22 AM ISTThe scam, busted in October, involved a highly coordinated syndicate that ran a variety of digital frauds, including fake loan applications, bogus investment schemes, Ponzi and multi-level marketing models, fraudulent part-time job offers.
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OPINION | Beware of cyber fraud gangs
India | Dec 13, 2025, 04:16 PM ISTOut of them, 37 cyber thugs were arrested and sent to jail. Delhi Police claimed it busted cyber fraud gangs and traced Rs 944 crore in defrauded money after arresting 1,146 persons as part of the second driver under Operation CyHawk.
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New rule for your next phone: Govt orders manufacturers to pre-install this app on all new devices
Technology | Dec 01, 2025, 05:04 PM ISTThe government has ordered mobile manufacturers to preinstall the Sanchar Saathi app to combat IMEI tampering. This latest directive also covers devices already in the supply chain.
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Operation 'CyHawk': Delhi Police launches biggest crackdown on cyber fraud networks
Delhi | Nov 21, 2025, 04:29 PM ISTThe intelligence-driven operation targeted cybercriminals’ financial and operational backbone, including mule accounts, scam call centres, and digital intermediaries. Over 4,300 suspects were rounded up, 877 arrested, and 360 new FIRs registered.
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Quick Heal launches AI-powered antivirus with dark web monitoring and fraud protection
Technology | Nov 13, 2025, 10:45 AM ISTQuick Heal unveiled its Total Security Version 26, featuring AI-based threat detection, fraud prevention, and dark web monitoring. It introduces the SIA security assistant for easy guidance and the metaProtect dashboard, supporting Windows 8, 10, and 11 users across 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
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Karnataka actor's WhatsApp hacked; Bihar village emerges as latest cyber scam hotspot
Technology | Nov 12, 2025, 04:39 PM ISTThe incident began on September 15. After placing an online order, Priyanka Upendra received a suspicious link on her mobile phone. Believing it was genuine, she clicked the link, inadvertently giving hackers remote access to her WhatsApp account.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, November 7, 2025
India | Nov 07, 2025, 09:12 PM ISTPM Modi lauded the 'record turnout' in the phase 1 of the assembly elections in Bihar, saying it shows the trust of the people in his and incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's 'track record'.
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'Money Heist' inspired online trading scam busted by Delhi cyber police; 3 held
Delhi | Nov 05, 2025, 06:49 PM ISTThe Cyber Police of Delhi’s North-East District have busted an online fraud gang that cheated people through a fake stock trading scheme. The gang tricked a man from Delhi into investing large sums of money by pretending to be part of a well-known financial firm.
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Free WiFi fraud: Government issues alert on digital scams and steps to protect yourself
Technology | Oct 17, 2025, 05:40 PM ISTYou could be the victim of major fraud using free Wi-Fi. The government's cybersecurity agency has advised users to exercise extreme caution when connecting to public hotspots.
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Can your mouse eavesdrop? A study reveals new ‘mic-e-mouse’ hacking method
Technology | Oct 11, 2025, 02:40 PM ISTA startling new study reveals that even your computer mouse can listen to private conversations, providing hackers with a hidden way to defraud you.
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Why anyone can be victim of digital scams: Here's psychology behind it
Technology | Sep 29, 2025, 11:41 AM ISTMany people think they're smart enough to avoid a scam. However, scammers specifically target human psychology, making their tricks extremely difficult to recognise.
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Air India issues advisory after cyberattack disrupts European airports: 'May cause delays'
World | Sep 20, 2025, 06:55 PM ISTIn its advisory, the airline asked the passengers to complete their web check-in before arriving at the airport, adding that its teams are working with the ground staff.
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Cyberattack disrupts operations at major European airports including Brussels and London Heathrow
World | Sep 20, 2025, 02:46 PM ISTCollins Aerospace, the provider of check-in and boarding systems for various airlines across multiple global airports, is currently facing a technical issue. London’s Heathrow Airport confirmed that this problem may cause delays for departing passengers, impacting airport operations.
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Russia's national carrier Aeroflot hit by cyberattack, may take a year to fully recover: Report
Technology | Jul 29, 2025, 04:48 PM ISTRussia's national airline, Aeroflot, has fallen victim to a cyberattack. Two hacker groups, which had previously exposed the personal information of 101,000 individuals back in January 2025, have stepped forward to take responsibility for the incident.