CBI busts Gurugram call centre that duped foreigners, arrests 43 suspected cyber criminals
8 months ago

CBI busts Gurugram call centre that duped foreigners, arrests 43 suspected cyber criminals

The Hindu  

The Central Bureau of Investigation on July 26 arrested 43 alleged cyber criminals during the searches at a Gurugram-based call centre. “Searches were conducted at seven locations across Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida.The transnational cyber-enabled financial crimes in this network were being coordinated across distributed centres mainly directed from a call centre operating from DLF Cyber City, Gurugram,” said an agency official. The CBI team seized 130 computer hard disks, 65 mobile phones, five laptops, incriminating documents, financial transaction details, call recordings, details of victims, and the transcripts used for trapping them. Second phase In October 2023, as part of the ‘Chakra-II’ operation, the CBI achieved a major breakthrough in two cases involving an international online investment fraud worth hundreds of crores targeting Indians on the pretext of investment, loan, and job opportunities; and a cyber-enabled impersonation racket in which Singaporean citizens had been cheated. The first edition of the operation named ‘Chakra-I’ was initiated in October 2022 when two call centres being run by cyber criminals since 2014-15 were found in Pune and Ahmedabad.

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Digital arrest scam: Cops foil ₹1.10-cr cyber fraud targeting elderly couple in Mohali
4 days, 8 hours ago

Digital arrest scam: Cops foil ₹1.10-cr cyber fraud targeting elderly couple in Mohali

Hindustan Times  

The Mohali cybercrime police on Monday saved an 80-year-old man and his wife from losing ₹1.10 crore to cyber fraudsters running a ‘digital arrest’ scam. The Mohali cybercrime police on Monday saved an 80-year-old man and his wife from losing ₹ 1.10 crore to cyber fraudsters running a ‘digital arrest’ scam. “As the victim remained in fear, the fraudsters instructed …

Govt blocks over 87,000 accounts across WhatsApp and Skype which were linked to digital arrest scam
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Govt blocks over 87,000 accounts across WhatsApp and Skype which were linked to digital arrest scam

India Today  

In a major crackdown on cybercrime, the Indian government has blocked more than 87,000 accounts on WhatsApp and Skype that were linked to the digital arrest scam. By February 2025, 17,718 cases of the digital arrest scam have already been reported, with victims losing an amount totalling Rs 210.21 crore. The digital arrest scam is a sophisticated cyber fraud where …

Fake call centre operating as Microsoft technical support busted in Kolkata
3 weeks ago

Fake call centre operating as Microsoft technical support busted in Kolkata

India Today  

In a major breakthrough in its crackdown against cyber fraud, West Bengal police on Saturday busted a fake call centre operating under the guise of Microsoft technical support, allegedly defrauding foreign nationals, particularly US citizens, officials said. A team of state police conducted a raid on a flat in Kolkata's Narayanpur on Saturday afternoon, and discovered that a group of …

Cyber fraud being operated from fake call centre in city busted; 63 arrested
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Cyber fraud being operated from fake call centre in city busted; 63 arrested

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Officials from the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau on Thursday busted a major cyberfraud operation running out of a fake call centre in Hi-Tec City, Madhapur, with the arrest of 63 persons including women from the northeast. According to officials, the accused, working at Exito Solutions, a fake call centre, impersonated customer care representatives of PayPal to deceive victims. Using …

Gurugram: 7 people held for duping people over ₹87 crore in cyber frauds
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Gurugram: 7 people held for duping people over ₹87 crore in cyber frauds

Hindustan Times  

Seven cyber fraudsters arrested by Gurugram cyber police over the last two months allegedly duped hundreds of people across the country for more than ₹87 crores, officials said on Wednesday. Police recovered ₹7.60 lakh in cash, seven mobiles and three SIM cards from their possessions, they said. The accused were involved in various cyber crimes, including cyber bullying, stalking, impersonation, …

Cybercrime sweep: 161 offenders arrested across 11 States in January, February
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cybercrime sweep: 161 offenders arrested across 11 States in January, February

The Hindu  

The cybercrime unit of the Cyberabad police detected as many as 82 cases, leading to the arrest of 161 offenders across 11 States during the first two months of 2025. The operation targeted various forms of cyber frauds, including trading scams, digital arrest fraud, and part-time job frauds. Other significant fraud categories included digital arrest fraud, with 15 cases and …

‘Largest fake SIM provider’ in West Bengal arrested, hundreds of fake SIMs seized
1 month ago

‘Largest fake SIM provider’ in West Bengal arrested, hundreds of fake SIMs seized

The Hindu  

Between Monday and Tuesday, the cybercrime wing of Kolkata Police arrested eight persons in connection with the alleged fraudulent sale of unauthorised SIM cards. In several consecutive raids in Bidhannagar and Baguihati in North 24 Parganas, and Topsia and Beliaghata in Kolkata, police also seized nine biometric authentication machines, 15 mobile phones and around 729 fraudulent SIM cards. Of the …

CBI Raids 60 Locations In Nationwide Searches For Rs 6,600 Crore GainBitcoin Scam Probe
1 month ago

CBI Raids 60 Locations In Nationwide Searches For Rs 6,600 Crore GainBitcoin Scam Probe

ABP News  

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday conducted coordinated searches at 60 locations across the country as part of its probe into the ₹6,600 crore GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam case, officials said. According to a statement by CBI, the searches were carried out in multiple cities, including Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur, and Bengaluru, targeting premises allegedly linked to key accused …

CBI raids 60 locations across India in bitcoin and crypto fraud case
1 month ago

CBI raids 60 locations across India in bitcoin and crypto fraud case

Live Mint  

India's Central Bureau of Investigation raided 60 locations across India on Tuesday, February 25, in connection with a bitcoin and crypto fraud case, according to the official press release. The investigation agency conducted searches in major cities, including Delhi NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur, and Bengaluru, among others, to identify individuals linked to the proceeds of the GainBitcoin scam. “Central …

Gang of three from Tamil Nadu arrested in ₹1.38 crore ‘digital arrest’ fraud
1 month ago

Gang of three from Tamil Nadu arrested in ₹1.38 crore ‘digital arrest’ fraud

The Hindu  

Three men from Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, have been arrested by the Cyberabad Cyber Crime Police for their involvement in a ₹1.38 crore ‘digital arrest’ fraud. Under immense pressure, the victim was tricked into transferring ₹1,38,60,000 across multiple bank accounts controlled by the fraudsters,” explained the police. The Cyberabad Cyber Crime Police initiated a thorough investigation, which revealed that the stolen …

CBI conducts searches in Delhi and Haryana in cybercrime case
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

CBI conducts searches in Delhi and Haryana in cybercrime case

The Hindu  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has searched 11 locations in Delhi and neighbouring Haryana in connection with a cybercrime case, resulting in the seizure of ₹1.08 crore in cash, $1000, and 252 gm of gold.The Central Bureau of Investigation has searched 11 locations in Delhi and neighbouring Haryana in connection with a cybercrime case, resulting in the seizure of ₹1.08 …

CBI to step up crackdown on cybercrime syndicates by coordinating with international agencies
2 months ago

CBI to step up crackdown on cybercrime syndicates by coordinating with international agencies

The Hindu  

The Central Bureau of Investigation, in coordination with domestic and international law enforcement agencies, will this year further intensify action against cybercriminals operating as syndicates with links in multiple countries. The rising menace of cybercrimes has also been highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address in October 2024, during which he cautioned people against the …

CBI books seven accused for running organised cybercrime modules
2 months ago

CBI books seven accused for running organised cybercrime modules

The Hindu  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against seven persons who allegedly ran separate organised cybercrime modules from different parts of the country and cheated people of at least ₹350 crore. “They are also accused of promoting, promising, and disseminating false and deceptive information to entice investors into these unregulated deposit schemes, which operate without requisite approvals from …

Hyderabad police crack down on cyber fraud syndicates, 23 arrested
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Hyderabad police crack down on cyber fraud syndicates, 23 arrested

India Today  

In a major operation against cybercriminals, the Cyber Crime Police Station, Hyderabad, has arrested 23 individuals involved in a network of financial fraud schemes across multiple states, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. The crackdown was part of a coordinated effort by five specialised teams targeting organised fraud syndicates exploiting digital systems. The investigation uncovered a variety …

TGCSB Arrested Seven Cybercriminals From Rajasthan
2 months, 4 weeks ago

TGCSB Arrested Seven Cybercriminals From Rajasthan

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Telangana Cybercrime Security Bureau during an interstate special operation in Rajasthan arrested seven cyber criminals. This is the follow-up operation of the first ever interstate operation conducted by TGCSB in Rajasthan in the month of September wherein 27 cyber criminals were arrested, Shikha Geol, director of TGCSB said. Following that operation, TGCSB has identified other criminals who acted …

Four arrested for siphoning off ₹12.5 cr from CRED, Bengaluru police uncover major crime: Report
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3 months ago

Four arrested for siphoning off ₹12.5 cr from CRED, Bengaluru police uncover major crime: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a major cybercrime case, Bengaluru police have arrested four individuals from Gujarat who allegedly embezzled ₹12.5 crore from credit card payments platform CRED, reported Deccan Herald. According to the report, CRED’s corporate account is managed through Axis Bank’s Indiranagar branch in Bengaluru and authorities have managed to recover ₹1.83 crore of the stolen amount. The accused reportedly identified vulnerabilities …

11 held for cheating over 17K of ₹125.6 Cr in Gurugram
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3 months ago

11 held for cheating over 17K of ₹125.6 Cr in Gurugram

Hindustan Times  

Gurugram Police announced on Monday that 11 cybercrime gangs cheated ₹125.62 crores from over 17,000 victims across India. Computer hacker with credit card stealing data from a laptop concept for network security, identity theft and computer crime According to police, most suspects were involved in investment and parcel frauds, with at least 11 residents of Gurugram losing crores in separate …

Bengaluru police chief cautions citizens against fake 'digital arrest' scam
3 months ago

Bengaluru police chief cautions citizens against fake 'digital arrest' scam

India Today  

Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda warned citizens against a growing cybercrime where fraudsters impersonate government officials and threaten victims with a so-called "digital arrest." The Commissioner advised people to avoid unknown calls or video calls and refrain from sharing personal details like Aadhaar or PAN numbers. He highlighted the 1930 helpline as a resource for tracing and recovering funds lost …

Bengaluru engineer scammed of ₹11.8 crore in 'digital arrest' scam, duped by fake police, CBI officers over Skype
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3 months ago

Bengaluru engineer scammed of ₹11.8 crore in 'digital arrest' scam, duped by fake police, CBI officers over Skype

Hindustan Times  

A Bengaluru software engineer, 39, from GKVK Layout, near Hebbal, recently became a victim of a digital arrest scam, losing a staggering ₹11.8 crore. Digital arrest of Ahmedabad man uncovers Taiwanese-linked racket: Police According to Times of India report, the incident, which unfolded between November 25 and December 12, was reported to the North-East Cybercrime, Economic offences, Narcotics police. The …

Cyber cheats dupe citizens of ₹1.58 crore
3 months, 1 week ago

Cyber cheats dupe citizens of ₹1.58 crore

Hindustan Times  

The Pune Police have lodged nine cyber fraud cases where cybercriminals siphoned off funds worth ₹58 lakhs from different bank accounts of the victims. All nine cases were lodged on Thursday, December 19 while as many as ten cyber fraud-related cases were lodged on Wednesday, wherein an aggregate amount of ₹1 crore was siphoned off by the accused. The city …

3 cyber fraudsters pose as CBI officers, dupe Delhi family of ₹5 lakh
3 months, 1 week ago

3 cyber fraudsters pose as CBI officers, dupe Delhi family of ₹5 lakh

Hindustan Times  

Three cyber fraudsters who duped a family of ₹5 lakh by posing as Central Bureau of Investigation officers have been arrested, police said on Friday. The fraudster alleged that their son was involved in a rape case and demanded ₹5 lakh for his release," Deputy Commissioner of Police Ankit Chauhan said. During interrogation, the accused men confessed to their crimes, …

Bengaluru businessman duped of ₹5 lakh by cybercriminals posing as fake cops: Report
3 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru businessman duped of ₹5 lakh by cybercriminals posing as fake cops: Report

Hindustan Times  

Cybercriminals posing as Bengaluru police officers have come up with a new method to defraud citizens by threatening them with fake “digital arrest” warrants. A 49-year-old businessman from JB Nagar recently fell victim to this scam, losing ₹5 lakh after being accused of crimes like human trafficking and money laundering, Times of India reported. To make the claim believable, they …

TN Cyber Crime Investigation Centre arrest four for Rs 1.65 crore online scam
3 months, 1 week ago

TN Cyber Crime Investigation Centre arrest four for Rs 1.65 crore online scam

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Four men who were involved in an online investment scam were arrested by the State Cyber Crime Investigation Centre on December 6 and 7. The arrested include two mule account holders, a face-to-face agent, and an agent directly working in a scam compound in Cambodia. According to the police, the victim, a 67-year-old retired government employee residing in Chennai, …

Cyber crime case: CBI conducts searches in Delhi-NCR in connection with ₹117 crore fraud
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyber crime case: CBI conducts searches in Delhi-NCR in connection with ₹117 crore fraud

Live Mint  

The Central Bureau of Investigation conducted searches in 10 locations in Delhi and nearby areas on Wednesday related to transnational cyber fraud cases of around ₹117 crore, reported PTI, citing CBI officials. The CBI conducted the searches while investigating a case based on a complaint from the Union Home Ministry’s Cyber Crime Coordination Centre. In the searches conducted on Wednesday, …

CBI Searches 10 Locations in Delhi in Cyber Fraud Case
3 months, 3 weeks ago

CBI Searches 10 Locations in Delhi in Cyber Fraud Case

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation today conducted searches at 10 locations in Delhi and surrounding areas in connection with an on-going investigation of a transnational cyber enabled fraud case involving large-scale financial scams. The CBI registered the said case under Sections 403 and 420 of the Indian Penal Code and Section 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000, …

CBI conducts searches in Delhi-NCR in connection with Rs 117 crore cyber fraud case
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

CBI conducts searches in Delhi-NCR in connection with Rs 117 crore cyber fraud case

India TV News  

Cyber Fraud Case: The Central Bureau of Investigation conducted searches at 10 locations in Delhi and surrounding areas today in connection with an ongoing investigation of transnational cyber-enabled financial frauds involving Rs 117 crore, said officials. According to the CBI, the searches were conducted in an ongoing investigation into a case registered under Sections 403, 420 of the Indian Penal …

Cyber fraud case: CBI raids 10 places in Delhi, Gurugram following complaint by I4C
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyber fraud case: CBI raids 10 places in Delhi, Gurugram following complaint by I4C

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday conducted searches at 10 locations across Delhi and its adjoining areas in connection with its probe into a case linked to cyber fraud involving embezzlement of Rs 117 crore, officials said. A senior CBI official said, “The investigation so far has revealed that fraudsters operating from overseas use digital platforms such …

CBI raids 10 locations in Delhi-NCR to bust Rs 117-crore cyber fraud case
3 months, 3 weeks ago

CBI raids 10 locations in Delhi-NCR to bust Rs 117-crore cyber fraud case

India Today  

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday conducted raids at 10 locations in New Delhi and adjoining areas in connection with its ongoing investigation into transnational cyber-enabled financial frauds involving Rs 117 crore, officials said. “The investigation so far has revealed that fraudsters operating from overseas use digital platforms such as websites, WhatsApp, and Telegram to target victims in India," …

Gurugram cops bust cybercrime ring that duped ₹74cr across India
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gurugram cops bust cybercrime ring that duped ₹74cr across India

Hindustan Times  

The Gurugram police have arrested eight cybercriminals accused of defrauding 7,719 victims across India of ₹74.2 crore over the last 6-8 months, officials said on Monday. The arrested suspects include Lakshya Kumar, Amrit Pal, and Chetan Kumar, apprehended on October 15 and 16; Kanishk Pratap of Hisar on October 23; Zakaria Khan of Nuh on October 27; Sunil Kumar of …

Goa busts call centre that scammed US nationals, arrests 24 including mastermind
4 months ago

Goa busts call centre that scammed US nationals, arrests 24 including mastermind

Hindustan Times  

PANAJI: A call centre operating from a private villa in south Goa that had duped US nationals of more than ₹1 crore in the last one month, the Goa police said on Monday. Police said the accused induced unsuspecting US citizens to pay large sums in the form of gift cards, bitcoins, and other means Superintendent of police Rahul Gupta …

Karnataka man loses ₹1.7 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI, TRAI officials: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka man loses ₹1.7 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI, TRAI officials: Report

Hindustan Times  

A Karnataka resident lost ₹1.7 crore in an elaborate online scam where fraudsters posed as officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation and Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, Deccan Herald reported. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the fraud As per the report, the ordeal began on November 11 when the victim received a call from …

Gurugram Cyber Police bust online gambling call centre, 9 held
4 months, 1 week ago

Gurugram Cyber Police bust online gambling call centre, 9 held

Hindustan Times  

Gurugram, Gurugram Cyber Police busted an illegal call center being run in a flat of a residential society in Sohna, providing betting through an online app, officials said. Gurugram Cyber Police bust online gambling call centre, 9 held The police have arrested nine accused from the flat of the residential society, they said. According to the police, they got information …

Gang behind ‘digital arrest’ busted, 2 held
4 months, 1 week ago

Gang behind ‘digital arrest’ busted, 2 held

Hindustan Times  

Punjab Police have arrested two Assam-based men for their alleged involvement in cases of “digital fraud”. Digital arrest refers to a cyber scam where fraudsters, posing as law enforcement officials, deceive victims into believing they have committed a serious crime and must stay visible online until their demands are met, exploiting fear to extort money. The matter came to light …

Cyber fraudsters pose as cops, con 73-yr-old of ₹24L in Ludhiana
4 months, 1 week ago

Cyber fraudsters pose as cops, con 73-yr-old of ₹24L in Ludhiana

Hindustan Times  

Unidentified cyber fraudsters posing as cops allegedly duped a retired Merchant Navy engineer of ₹24.2 lakh, officials said. They said the fraudsters put up an elaborate hoax, claiming the victim was implicated in child pornography and money laundering cases. Singh said that despite his initially resistance, he was persuaded after the fraudsters staged a convincing video call. The caller said …

Eight arrested in Mumbai share trading scam involving illegal SIM cards
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Eight arrested in Mumbai share trading scam involving illegal SIM cards

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Mumbai Central cyber police have arrested eight individuals, including six mobile service provider employees and two shopkeepers, in connection with a cyber fraud scheme that deceived numerous people through fraudulent share market investments. The Mumbai Central cyber police have arrested eight individuals, including six mobile service provider employees and two shopkeepers, in connection with a cyber fraud scheme. …

BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi users attention! TRAI warns of new scams targeting mobile users
4 months, 2 weeks ago

BSNL, Jio, Airtel, Vi users attention! TRAI warns of new scams targeting mobile users

India TV News  

Cybercrimes are becoming a significant issue in India, with scammers tricking people out of large sums of money. Rising Digital Arrest in India India reported a financial loss of approximately Rs 120.3 crore due to a ‘digital arrest’ scam from January to April 2024, according to government data. Rajesh Kumar, CEO of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, noted that …

Eight Arrested in Digital Arrest Scams, Fresh Advisory Issued
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Eight Arrested in Digital Arrest Scams, Fresh Advisory Issued

Hindustan Times  

Eight persons have been arrested in a cybercrime case known as 'digital arrest' in India. The case involves various digital arrest scams committed to defraud money to the tune of ₹159 crore from victims across the country. The fraudsters obtained hundreds of SIM cards, allegedly linked to shell companies' bank accounts, and also used these SIM cards to create fake …

CBI arrests 26 alleged cybercriminals running transnational crime network
5 months, 4 weeks ago

CBI arrests 26 alleged cybercriminals running transnational crime network

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested 26 alleged cybercriminals, including 10 in Pune, who used illegal call centres across four Indian cities to cheat people globally, especially in the United States, officials said on Monday. CBI arrests 26 alleged cybercriminals running transnational crime network Internally called Operation Chakra-III, the CBI raided 32 locations across Pune, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and …

10 cybercrooks wanted in 122 cases across India held by Bengaluru police
6 months ago

10 cybercrooks wanted in 122 cases across India held by Bengaluru police

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: As many as 10 cyber fraudsters wanted in around 122 cases across India, were arrested by North CEN police. CEN police recovered 72 mobile phones, 182 debit cards, 133 SIM cards of various telecom operators, 127 bank passbooks and Rs 1.74 lakh in cash, and also froze Rs 7.34 lakh in the accounts used by the accused to cheat …

CBI busts transnational cyber fraud network, nabs key operative from city
6 months, 2 weeks ago

CBI busts transnational cyber fraud network, nabs key operative from city

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Central Bureau of Investigation, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, busted a transnational Cyber fraud network by arresting its key operator, Vishnu Rathi, from the city. The CBI is in touch with the FBI and law enforcement agencies of several other countries through INTERPOL to get details on the fraud network’s other possible victims, the movement/parking …

Mumbai: CBI arrests cybercriminal on FBI inputs for defrauding US citizen
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai: CBI arrests cybercriminal on FBI inputs for defrauding US citizen

Op India  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested an alleged cybercriminal from Mumbai for defrauding a US citizen of USD 453,953 by posing as technical support, according to a press release on Saturday. As part of the ongoing Operation CHAKRA-III, the CBI has taken action to dismantle a sophisticated cybercrime network supported by virtual assets and bullion that has been targeting …

Enforcement Directorate arrests four more accused linked to cyber fraud syndicate involving “Chinese scammers”
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Enforcement Directorate arrests four more accused linked to cyber fraud syndicate involving “Chinese scammers”

The Hindu  

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested four accused in a case related to cyber fraud of ₹2.60 crore by a person posing as a Central Bureau of Investigation official, who was part of a network involving “Chinese scammers”. “All the four accused were involved in incorporation of shell companies and opening of bank accounts, through which Proceeds of Crime generated from …

Cyber fraudster held in Gurugram Sector 52 for duping people on Facebook
7 months, 1 week ago

Cyber fraudster held in Gurugram Sector 52 for duping people on Facebook

Hindustan Times  

The Gurugram cyber crime police arrested a cyber fraudster from Sector 52 on Friday for allegedly duping people on Facebook, police said. The Gurugram cyber crime police arrested a cyber fraudster from Sector 52 on Friday for allegedly duping people on Facebook. The suspect was identified as Satish Suthar, a resident of Sutharo Ki Dhani Ausiya, Jodhpur in Rajasthan, said …

Bengaluru cybercrime police recover ₹1.4 crore of the ₹1.53 crore robbed from software engineer couple in investment scam case
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Bengaluru cybercrime police recover ₹1.4 crore of the ₹1.53 crore robbed from software engineer couple in investment scam case

The Hindu  

In a rare case, the east division cybercrime police cracked an online investment racket and managed to recover ₹1.4 crore out of the total ₹1.53 crore which had been robbed from a software engineer couple at Banaswadi in March this year. “For every cybercrime case, the investigating team follows three rules: trailing the money transaction and blocking the accounts, getting …

Police-student partnership to fight cybercrime launched in Odisha
8 months, 1 week ago

Police-student partnership to fight cybercrime launched in Odisha

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Last month, a city-based government official was defrauded of Rs 36 lakh in a fake courier scam. Investigation by the Commissionerate Police led to arrest of five persons from Karnataka, Assam and Tripura who were part of a Chinese cyber crime gang. “We helped the investigators collect details about these accounts and ascertained that the ill-gotten money was used …

Chennai police bust international network involved in online financial scams
9 months, 1 week ago

Chennai police bust international network involved in online financial scams

The Hindu  

The Central Crime Branch of the Greater Chennai City Police has busted a gang that procured SIM cards illegally and operated current accounts from India that were being used by cyber fraudsters operating out of Malaysia and Cambodia, targeting Tamil-speaking people. Police said Anil Kumar, Assistant Foreign Regional Registration Officer, Bureau of Immigration, Chennai International Airport, reported on Sunday that …

Cyber criminals put city resident under ‘digital arrest’, cheat him of ₹2 lakh
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyber criminals put city resident under ‘digital arrest’, cheat him of ₹2 lakh

Hindustan Times  

Gurugram: A Gurugram resident was allegedly put under “digital arrest” and duped of ₹2 lakh by fraudsters claiming to be from law enforcement agencies on May 25, police said adding that the suspects allegedly posed as officials of the Central Bureau of Investigation and as the deputy commissioner of police handling cybercrime in Mumbai and forced the victim to stay …

How China is targeting adversaries like India with cyber frauds, espionage
10 months ago

How China is targeting adversaries like India with cyber frauds, espionage

India Today  

The Indian embassy in the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh, on May 22, announced the rescue of some 360 Indian nationals from human trafficking networks in the country. Indian intelligence agencies have identified multiple instances of Indian IT workers falling victim to similar scams in Cambodia and Myanmar, with estimates suggesting that over 5,000 people may have been coerced into …

CBI arrests two people in Russia-Ukraine human trafficking case
10 months, 3 weeks ago

CBI arrests two people in Russia-Ukraine human trafficking case

India TV News  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has apprehended two individuals from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, in connection with a human trafficking network allegedly involved in sending individuals to the war zone between Russia and Ukraine. These agents reportedly enticed Indian youths with promises of opportunities in Russia but ultimately coerced them into the war zone between Russia and Ukraine by confiscating their passports. …

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