Cyber Crime
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Staggering 31% jump in cybercrimes recorded in 2023 as compared to 2022 as per NCRB
Science | Oct 01, 2025, 07:35 AM ISTAccording to the NCRB report, motives for these crimes also included sexual exploitation, extortion, anger, and personal revenge. Telangana recorded the highest numbers in this concerning data.
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Sudha Murty threatened, abused by scammer posing as telecom official; FIR lodged
India | Sep 22, 2025, 06:01 PM ISTIn her police complaint, Sudha Murty has requested legal action against the caller for attempting to fraudulently obtain personal data and for using threatening language.
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Govt issues eSIM scam warning: Scammers can hijack your physical SIM; here's how to protect yourself
Technology | Aug 30, 2025, 04:01 PM ISTScammers have found a new way to siphon off money from victims' accounts through eSIM. The government has issued tips on how users can protect themselves.
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Delhi: Cyber police nab two fraudsters for duping people by promising roles in serials
Delhi | Aug 23, 2025, 02:16 PM ISTThe scam came to light after a complaint was filed by a victim whose minor daughter was deceived into transferring approximately Rs 24 lakh. The victim was promised a role in a famous serial and was repeatedly asked for money under different pretexts before being blocked.
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Noida holds cybercrime workshop, ADG GK Goswami shares valuable safety tips
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 22, 2025, 11:47 PM ISTADG GK Goswami said that data protection and cybersecurity are two sides of the same coin and added that all have to understand with whom we are sharing data.
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Online trading scam: Why Indians keep falling for it and how to stay safe
Technology | Aug 04, 2025, 02:31 PM ISTOnline trading scams in India continue to rise as fraudsters use fake apps, celebrity endorsements, and high-return promises to lure victims. Many fall into the trap due to greed, lack of awareness, or poor financial literacy.
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Cyber fraud in Mumbai: Woman duped of Rs 4 Lakh by impersonators posing as senior police officials
Maharashtra | Jul 31, 2025, 07:24 AM ISTCyber fraud in Mumbai: According to details shared by the police, a woman employed in Andheri received a call from an unfamiliar number on July 19 at approximately 12:30 pm. The caller informed her that her Aadhaar card had allegedly been used to open several bank accounts.
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Govt took four to five major steps to deal with cyber crimes: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Technology | Jul 30, 2025, 04:57 PM ISTUnion Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia informed the Lok Sabha about the initiatives that the government has undertaken to curb cyber crimes in the country.
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Google, X putting Indians at risk: Unchecked ads on these platforms helping scammers
Technology | Jul 24, 2025, 04:44 PM ISTThese advertisements feature deceptive news articles that appear genuine and encourage users to invest in fake platforms, ultimately scamming them out of their money.
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Two Bengaluru women forced to strip, held hostage in nine-hour ‘digital arrest’ scam
Karnataka | Jul 23, 2025, 06:23 PM ISTTwo women in Bengaluru were held hostage for nearly nine hours in a “digital arrest” scam by cybercriminals posing as Mumbai police. The fraudsters accused them of involvement in crimes like money laundering and murder, shared accurate personal details, and demanded money.
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Police nabs interstate gang behind social media investment scams: Tips to protect yourself
Technology | Jul 22, 2025, 08:11 PM ISTThe gang was targeting victims through social media by offering high returns on investment. Here are some useful tips to protect yourself from these kinds of scams.
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Work-from-home scam busted in Delhi: How scam unfolded and essential tips to protect yourself
Technology | Jul 22, 2025, 04:51 PM ISTAfter receiving the initial payout, the victim was deceived into making deposits in exchange for promised high returns. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself from such scams.
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Indians lost over Rs 22,845 crore to cyber fraud in 2024; incidents skyrocket by 206%: Government
Technology | Jul 22, 2025, 04:24 PM ISTThe information was provided by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, in response to a written question in the Lok Sabha.
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Urgent cyber alert: Fake Parivahan software scam spreads nationwide; how to spot and avoid
Technology | Jul 21, 2025, 12:44 PM ISTKochi police recently arrested individuals from Uttar Pradesh who were targeting victims by using data obtained from Telegram bots.
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Telangana Cyber Security Bureau unmasks investment fraud: Know how to protect yourself
Technology | Jul 21, 2025, 12:00 PM ISTThe fraudsters targeted the investor through a messaging app and tricked him into downloading an investment app. The fraud was conducted from abroad.
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Government issues urgent warning: Delete these apps now, do not download
Technology | Jul 20, 2025, 05:53 PM ISTThe government has advised users to remove several apps from their phones to protect against cyber criminals. These apps can lead to personal data breaches and significant fraud.
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Union minister Chirag Paswan gets death threat on social media, Patna Police begins probe
India | Jul 12, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTThe death threat to Chirag Paswan was sent on Instagram in which the suspect claimed to target the leader through a bomb. Patna Police have lodged a case and an investigation is underway.
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Racket stole Indian citizens' identities for SIM cards to commit cyber frauds
Technology | Jul 11, 2025, 11:33 AM ISTStolen identities were used to commit cybercrime. OTPs from these SIM cards were used to activate various WhatsApp accounts and carry out criminal activities.
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CBI raids 19 locations, arrests 6 operatives of cybercrime syndicate targeting Japanese citizens
India | May 29, 2025, 12:53 PM ISTDuring the search operation, the CBI arrested six key operatives and dismantled two illegal call centres engaged in a sophisticated transnational tech support scam targeting Japanese citizens.
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'Trump Hotel Rental' app scam defrauds Karnataka investors of Rs 2 crore
Technology | May 27, 2025, 11:35 AM ISTInitially, investors were asked to invest a small amount. After completing certain tasks, their investment increased, and they were encouraged to invest larger amounts.