Gurgaon Sees Major Drop in Cyber Fraud Financial Losses
Gurgaon's cyber fraud losses fell from Rs 387.96 crore in 2024 to Rs 281.99 crore in 2025. Police credit enhanced surveillance and public awareness. Learn how to protect yourself.
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Gujarat Digital Arrest Scams Swindle Rs 77 Crore in 2025
A Gandhinagar doctor lost Rs 19.3 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam. Gujarat sees nearly 500 such complaints in 2025, with total losses nearing Rs 77 crore. Learn how to protect yourself.
Cybercrime Epidemic: Rs 23,000 Cr Lost, CBI Steps In
India faces a cybercrime surge with Rs 23,000 crore lost in 2024. CBI launches a national probe into digital arrests and transnational scams. Learn about the threats and new countermeasures.
Ahmedabad: Rs 12 Lakh Lost in WhatsApp Stock Scam
A Naroda resident was cheated of Rs 12.06 lakh after being lured into a fake share trading app via a WhatsApp group. The cybercrime police are investigating. Learn how to spot such scams.
HC Reduces Sentence in Fatal Accident, Cites Need for Balance
Punjab & Haryana High Court reduces jail term for man in fatal accident case, citing his young age and family responsibility. The court emphasizes the need for a balanced approach between deterrence and reformation in sentencing. Read the full judgment de
Bengaluru Police Book Social Media Handles for Lewd Content
Bengaluru Cybercrime Police have registered a case against social media handles promoting explicit content. The complaint was filed by a city-based activist. Read more.
Ahmedabad Police Save Elderly Man from Rs 1.43 Cr Cyber Fraud
Ahmedabad cybercrime police prevented a massive Rs 1.43 crore scam by rescuing an elderly man under 'digital arrest.' Read how quick action and bank coordination stopped the fraud.
Surat Cyber Fraud: 41 Arrested in Rs 8.80 Crore Scam
Surat police arrest 41 cyber fraudsters in Operation Mule Hunt, uncovering Rs 8.80 crore scam routed through mule accounts. Details on the massive crackdown inside.
Petroleum Co. Manager Loses Rs 28.79L in Online Scam
A 41-year-old territory manager in Vijayawada was duped of Rs 28.79 lakh in a sophisticated online investment fraud via WhatsApp groups promising high returns. Police are investigating.
Lucknow Woman Saved from Rs 1.5 Crore Digital Arrest Scam
A 75-year-old Lucknow woman was trapped in a terrifying digital arrest by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Police intervention saved Rs 1.5 crore. Read the shocking details.
Retired professor loses Rs 79 lakh to digital arrest scam
A 61-year-old retired professor in Kolhapur was swindled of Rs 79 lakh by cybercriminals posing as police. The scammers threatened a 'digital arrest' over a fake Rs 538 crore scam. Read how the fraud unfolded.
Goa SP Makes Cops Do Squats for Stopping IAS Officer
North Goa SP Harischandra Madkaikar allegedly punished police personnel with squats after they stopped an IAS officer at a checkpoint. DGP Alok Kumar calls the action unwarranted. Read the full details.
Florida Man Executed for 1989 Murder After 37 Years
Mark Allen Geralds executed for the 1989 murder of Tressa Pettibone. The case, one of Florida's longest-running, ends as family finds closure after nearly four decades.
Bengaluru woman loses Rs 2 crore in digital arrest scam
A Bengaluru woman was digitally arrested by cybercriminals posing as police, forcing her to sell property and take loans to pay Rs 2.05 crore. Learn about this sophisticated cybercrime and how to stay safe.
Rs 50 Crore Cyber Fraud Ring Busted, 10 Arrested
Delhi Police dismantles an international cybercrime syndicate, arresting 10 including the mastermind. Fraud exceeded Rs 50 crore across 61 complaints. Read the full details of the multi-state crackdown.
Bengaluru loses Rs 483 crore daily to cybercrime
Shocking data shows Bengaluru loses nearly half a billion rupees daily to cyber fraud. Learn about the top scams and how to protect yourself in India's tech capital.
Cybercrime to be India's top law & order problem: Noida CP
Noida Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh warns cybercrime is exploding. Learn key scams like 'digital arrest' and KYC fraud, and how to protect yourself. Report crimes fast via helpline 1930.
Bengaluru loses Rs 4.83 crore daily to cybercrime
Bengaluru faces a cybercrime crisis, losing a staggering Rs 4.83 crore daily. Police data shows a surge in online fraud, with investment scams leading the losses. Read more on the alarming trends and police response.
64 Arrested in Jaipur's Cybercrime Crackdown Operation
Jaipur Range police arrested 64 individuals in a two-day cybercrime drive, seizing phones, SIMs, and cash. 20 FIRs were registered in the coordinated operation.
Bengaluru teacher arrested for slapping student
A 30-year-old PT teacher in a Bengaluru private school was arrested for allegedly assaulting a Class VII student, causing facial swelling. The boy was reportedly held back until 5:30 PM. Read the full details.
File Cybercrime Complaint Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to report cyber fraud, hacking, or online harassment from home using India's National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Save time and act fast with our detailed guide.
Vizag Couple Loses Rs 1.5 Crore in Crypto Scam
A Visakhapatnam couple lost Rs 1.5 crore in a USDT investment scam. Cybercrime police are investigating. Learn how to protect yourself from such online frauds.
Bengaluru Sees 41% Fall in Cybercrime Cases
Bengaluru reports a sharp 41% decline in cybercrime cases in Q1 2025, thanks to proactive police measures and public awareness. Read how the tech capital is fighting back.
Multi-State Cyber Fraud Ring with Chinese Links Busted in Delhi
Delhi Police's IFSO unit arrests key accused, dismantles a sophisticated cybercrime network operating across India with international links. Read the full investigation details.
Vizag couple loses ₹1.5 crore in crypto scam
A Visakhapatnam couple lost nearly ₹1.5 crore in a sophisticated USDT investment fraud. Cybercrime police warn against fake online trading platforms promising high returns. Report scams to 1930.
Karnataka HC acquits man, bars retrospective harsher punishment
Karnataka High Court acquits a man of abduction & rape charges, ruling that harsher punishment cannot apply retrospectively. Justice G Basavaraja cites lack of proof. Read the full legal analysis.
Thane man loses Rs 1.25 crore to cyber fraudsters
A 64-year-old retired deputy manager from Thane was defrauded of Rs 1.25 crore by scammers posing as police and officials, accusing him of terrorism. Read the full story to learn how the scam unfolded and how to stay safe.
US Asks India to Arrest FBI Most Wanted Suspect in Delhi
The US Embassy in New Delhi has formally requested India's assistance to locate and arrest Hameed Nazeer, an FBI Most Wanted suspect believed to be living in India. Read the full story.
TRAI Reforms Fall Short as SMS Scams Surge in India
Cybercrime in India is outpacing defences, with SMS scams causing unprecedented financial losses. Experts warn that current regulations offer an illusion of safety. Read more.
AP Cybercrime: High Police Disposal, Low Court Conviction
Andhra Pradesh police dispose of 5228 cybercrime cases, but courts show 91.7% pendency & a mere 1.5% conviction rate, mirroring a national judicial bottleneck. Read the full NCRB data analysis.
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