Cybercrime
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What is a VoIP Exchange? The illegal system used for cybercrime, now under CBI probe
Technology | January 14, 2026 20:43 ISTCBI investigates an illegal SIM box VoIP exchange in Bihar that converted international calls into local numbers, allegedly aiding cybercrime and terror networks. Here's what is a VoIP exchange.
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Delhi: NRI doctor couple duped of over Rs 14 crore in 'digital arrest' cyber heist | Video
Delhi | January 11, 2026 10:18 ISTOn December 24, 2025, the couple received a chilling call from fraudsters posing as law enforcement. Brandishing threats of arrest warrants, bogus lawsuits, PMLA violations, and money laundering charges, the scammers paralysed the Taneja's with fear.
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Stock market scam alert: How Telegram ‘Trading Groups’ are trapping investors and stealing lakhs
Technology | January 04, 2026 17:10 ISTTelegram-based stock market frauds have emerged as a major threat. In a recent case, a woman from Mumbai lost nearly Rs 4 lakh after being lured into a fake stock trading group on Telegram. What looked like a smart investment opportunity turned out to be a well-planned digital trap.
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Delete these 3 dangerous screen-sharing apps from your phone now: Government Alert
Technology | December 21, 2025 18:46 ISTThe Indian government has issued a serious warning for smartphone users about dangerous screen-sharing apps. According to the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), apps like AnyDesk, TeamViewer, and QuickSupport are being misused by scammers to steal personal and financial data.
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WhatsApp GhostPairing Scam Alert: Millions of users at risk of silent account hacking
Technology | December 21, 2025 17:04 ISTA new cyber threat called the GhostPairing scam is putting WhatsApp users at serious risk. Hackers are misusing WhatsApp’s device linking feature to secretly access accounts without OTPs, passwords, or SIM swaps.
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Never Google Search these things: One wrong query can land you in jail
Technology | December 08, 2025 13:30 ISTGoogle is one of the easiest tools for finding information, but certain searches can land you in legal trouble in India. Queries related to weapons, hacking tools, child pornography, illegal drugs, and dark web activities are not just risky—they can trigger surveillance and even lead to arrest.
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Mobile subscribers will be liable in case of cyber fraud, warns DoT
Technology | November 30, 2025 16:01 ISTThe Department of Telecommunications has amended telecommunication rules to prevent IMEI tampering and the fraudulent procurement of SIM cards.
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Got an ED summons? Govt shares steps to check if its authentic or cyber fraud attempt | DETAILS
India | November 20, 2025 18:01 ISTIn light of reports of individuals circulating fake Enforcement Directorate summons for cheating or extortion, the agency has introduced measures to help citizens confirm authenticity through various steps. Check details below.
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Nagpur Police bust international cyber fraud syndicate linked to China and Cambodia, 23 arrested
Maharashtra | November 12, 2025 13:13 ISTNagpur Police's crackdown has exposed a sprawling international cyber fraud ring operating across 21 Indian states. With 23 arrests, links to China and Cambodia and Rs 20 crore in illegal transactions uncovered, the investigation is still unfolding.
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Pune couple duped of Rs 14 crore over six years by 'Godwoman' posing as Shankar Baba's daughter
Maharashtra | November 06, 2025 11:52 ISTPune: According to the complaint, the Doles were persuaded by the Pandharpurkars’ claims of having divine powers and the ability to cure their daughters through spiritual rituals. Driven by faith and desperation, the couple started sending substantial amounts of money to the accused in 2019.
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Urgent warning: Don't fall for new traffic challan fraud, here's how to avoid the scam
Technology | November 04, 2025 23:13 ISTAn advisory has been issued regarding a new fraud scheme where cybercriminals are actively targeting individuals using deceptive traffic challan notifications.
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Delhi Police lowers e-FIR threshold for cyber fraud to Rs 1 lakh
Technology | October 31, 2025 12:56 ISTThe facility was previously available only for frauds of Rs 10 lakh or more, but it will now allow victims defrauded of smaller amounts to easily file complaints at any police station in the national capital.
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Diwali sales scam alert: How to stay safe from online scams? Always remember these things
Technology | October 10, 2025 12:45 ISTStay vigilant during Diwali sales and offers, as cybercriminals are deploying increasingly innovative methods to scam users.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, October 3, 2025
India | October 03, 2025 21:00 ISTChief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that if it wants to remain on the global map, it must stop sponsoring terrorism into India.
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Which city recorded highest economic fraud cases among metros in 2023? Here's NCRB report
India | October 01, 2025 12:20 ISTIn the list of metropolitan cities, Mumbai was followed by Hyderabad with 5,728 cases of economic offences registered, whereas Jaipur occupied the third spot with 5,304 such cases.
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Staggering 31% jump in cybercrimes recorded in 2023 as compared to 2022 as per NCRB
Science | October 01, 2025 7:35 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 | September 22, 2025 18:01 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 | August 30, 2025 16:01 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 | August 23, 2025 14:16 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 | August 22, 2025 23:47 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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