Cybercrime
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Government issues new 4-digit helpline to empower individuals to combat cybercrime
Technology | Nov 03, 2024, 03:37 PM ISTThe government has launched a new 4-digit national helpline number for reporting cyber fraud. This initiative aims to facilitate prompt action against incidents of cyber crime.
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Scammers steal Rs 2,140 crore in 10 months using ‘Fake Digital Arrests’: MHA report
Technology | Nov 01, 2024, 01:15 PM ISTMHA Cyber Wing, i4C has issued a warning regarding a surge in 'Digital Arrest' scams, where scammers have been stealing around Rs 2,140 crore from victims in India within in the first 10 months of the year.
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Mumbai: Elderly woman placed under 'digital arrest' by online fraudsters, duped Rs 14 lakh
Crime | Oct 29, 2024, 02:53 PM ISTAs per the police complaint, the elderly woman received a call on September 1 from a person who identified himself as an official of the Delhi Telecom Department.
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This National Helpline number will help to combat Cyber Crime, prevent financial loss
Technology | Oct 28, 2024, 11:06 AM ISTWith the rising number of cyber crimes taking place across the country, the government of India has taken on a measure and introduced a new helpline- 1930, which will help the victim or their family to file complaint against the cyber crime.
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Indians lose Rs 120 crore to Digital Arrest Scams in early 2024: Govt data reveals shocking trend
Technology | Oct 28, 2024, 10:12 AM ISTAs digital frauds continue to rise, the Ministry of Home Affairs and I4C are closely monitoring these scams, calling for increased public awareness and enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect citizens.
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What is digital arrest, which PM Modi flagged in Mann Ki Baat? Solutions and precautions
Technology | Oct 27, 2024, 12:33 PM ISTWith the increasing number of internet or mobile phone users, cybercriminals explored a new tactic -digital arrest- to extort money. They seek personal information by threatening legal action, once they gather information, they use them to create duplicate court orders/FIRs.
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Government launches International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System: Benefits explained
Technology | Oct 24, 2024, 12:45 PM ISTThe rollout of the International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System comes after the government observed a significant increase in crimes committed using international spoofed calls that display Indian numbers starting with +91.
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Be cautious of calls from this number, they could be associated with scams
Technology | Oct 22, 2024, 06:28 PM ISTDespite TRAI's implementation of new rules to curb fake calls and messages, scammers have adapted by employing new tactics to ensnare people. They are defrauding individuals through VoIP calls, which are internet-based phone calls.
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Cyber Crime Alert: Fraudsters steal crores in massive digital heist in Gurgaon
Technology | Oct 23, 2024, 12:29 PM ISTCybercriminals are robbing online with a very strategic, and recently a woman victim lost her lifelong savings via one call. After the incident, when she reached out to the police and court, no help was provided after following up for more than a month. Here's what exactly happened.
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Gujarat digital scam: Police arrest 17, including 4 Taiwanese nationals for fraud | VIDEO
Gujarat | Oct 16, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTGujarat digital scam: As per police, the senior citizen had registered complaint that some persons calling themselves officials of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, the Central Bureau of Investigation and cyber crime branch had alleged that his account was being used for illegal transactions.
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Star Health Insurance data leak: Hacker claims to have access to data of 31 million customers
India | Oct 09, 2024, 09:14 PM ISTThe alleged website, which was created by a hacker xenZen, claimed to have access to the data of over 3.1 crore customers, including sensitive information like PAN card details, phone numbers, tax details, residential address, and medical records.
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Delhi Police busts inter-state cyber crime racket, 8 arrested
Crime | Oct 07, 2024, 06:50 AM ISTAccording to the police, the syndicate spread across several states and by busting the racket, they solved at least five cases of cyber crime.
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Cyberattack shuts down government websites in Uttarakhand, cripples IT system of state
India | Oct 04, 2024, 11:46 PM ISTUttarakhand news: Work in government offices is stalled for the second day on October 4, due to which administrative work has been affected across the state, including the Secretariat.
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CBI cracks down on transnational cybercrime network, arrests 26 in nationwide raids
India | Sep 30, 2024, 04:14 PM ISTThe operation led to the seizure of key evidence, including electronic devices, luxury vehicles, and Rs 58.45 lakh in cash.
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Beware of OTP fraud: Government issues warning to protect your bank account and more
Technology | Sep 15, 2024, 02:56 PM ISTA new OTP scam case has been rising, where cyber attackers drain the bank accounts of those who get trapped. Here is everything you need to know and how to protect yourself from such kinds of scams.
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Ghost Hackers: A new fraud Targeting deceased | Explained
Explainers | Sep 14, 2024, 01:33 PM ISTIn the digital world, hackers keep coming up with new ways to trick people. Ghost hackers are currently trapping people online. This new type of fraud has surprised many people.
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Centre to train 5,000 cyber commandos over next five years to deal with cybercrimes in India
India | Sep 11, 2024, 07:34 PM ISTUnion Home Minister Amit Shah urged cybersecurity agencies to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to identify the modus operandi of criminals duping people of their hard-earned money, spreading fake news and abusing women and children online.
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Amit Shah thanks Amitabh Bachchan for joining 'I4C' campaign against cybercrime
India | Sep 11, 2024, 10:52 AM ISTThe I4C, established in 2018, is a department under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). It is tasked with establishing a national-level coordination centre to address all cybercrime-related issues in the country.
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WhatsApp fake job scam: Unemployed man falls prey to Rs 250 crore GST billing fraud, here's how
Trending | Sep 05, 2024, 07:39 AM ISTThe victim has been identified as Ashwani Kumar, a resident of Barsu Village in the Ratanpuri police station area in Muzaffarnagar. The fraud e-way billing scheme involving Rs 250 crore.
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ED investigation uncovers Rs 25 crore cyber investment scam: Find out how it was done
Technology | Sep 02, 2024, 08:58 PM ISTAn Enforcement Directorate (ED) team recently cracked down on a cyber investment fraud racket, arresting four individuals, including one from Bengaluru. These fraudsters were targeting inexperienced and potential investors, luring them into the stock market and then swindling their money.