Kharghar Senior Loses Rs 4.3 Crore in Cyber Fraud
An 80-year-old retired engineering institute director from Kharghar was cheated of Rs 4.3 crore by fraudsters posing as Nashik police and RBI officials in a complex cyber scam.
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Hyderabad Seniors Lose 60 Lakh to Fake Police Scams
Two senior citizens in Hyderabad lost approximately 60 lakh rupees to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials. The criminals used fake documents and video calls to threaten victims.
Second digital arrest scam in Delhi's GK: Widow loses Rs 6.9 crore
A 70-year-old widow in Greater Kailash I lost Rs 6.9 crore to scammers posing as ED officers. This marks the second major digital arrest case from the area within just one week.
Hyderabad Seniors Lose ₹61 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scams
Two senior citizens in Hyderabad lost over ₹61 lakh to fraudsters posing as CBI and police officials in digital arrest scams. Cases registered under BNS and IT Act.
Delhi Senior Loses ₹96 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
An 80-year-old man from Delhi lost his life savings of ₹96 lakh in a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posing as CBI officials duped him via WhatsApp. Learn how to protect yourself from such frauds.
Two arrested in Chennai for ₹6.58 crore cyber fraud on ex-IFS officer
Chennai cyber crime wing arrests two from Erode in a major online fraud case where a retired forest officer lost ₹6.58 crore. Details on the multi-state investigation inside.
74-Year-Old Duped of Rs 34.80 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud
A 74-year-old retired man from Talegaon Dabhade lost Rs 34.80 lakh to fraudsters posing as police officers. Learn how the digital arrest scam works and how to stay safe.
Delhi Couple Loses Rs 15 Crore in Digital Arrest Fraud
A retired doctor couple in South Delhi was defrauded of nearly Rs 15 crore after being held under 'digital arrest' for over two weeks by cybercriminals posing as officials. Read the full investigation details.
10 Held in Surat for Rs 16.5 Lakh Coimbatore Cyber Fraud
Surat's DCB arrests 10 for aiding cybercriminals who cheated a senior citizen of Rs 16.5 lakh via a fake RTO challan. The accused used their bank accounts to route fraud proceeds.
Two arrested in Kolkata's Rs 1.8 crore digital arrest scam
Kolkata Police arrests two from Nadia in a major cyber fraud case involving a 'digital arrest' scam that cheated a resident of Rs 1.8 crore. Cryptocurrency seized. Read the full investigation details.
84-Year-Old Cheated of Rs 25 Lakh in Vadodara Cyber Fraud
An 84-year-old man in Vadodara lost Rs 25 lakh to cybercriminals after responding to a fake credit card offer. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from such frauds.
74-Year-Old Mumbai Woman Cheated of Rs 4.62 Crore in Fake CBI Case
A 74-year-old retired educator in Mumbai was conned of Rs 4.62 crore by fraudsters posing as Delhi Police and CBI officers. The elaborate scam involved threats of arrest in a fake money laundering case. Read the full details of this sophisticated cyber fr
Lucknow Senior Falls Victim to 6-Hour 'Digital Arrest' Scam
A retired bank employee in Lucknow was held in a 6-hour 'digital arrest' by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Learn how his family's alertness led to a rescue and crucial tips to avoid such scams.
ChatGPT Helps Bengaluru Senior Citizen Avoid Cyber Scam
A 77-year-old man in Bengaluru's Binnypet was saved from a financial scam after consulting ChatGPT. The AI chatbot flagged a fraudulent 'pre-IPO' offer, preventing significant losses. Read how AI is becoming a tool against cybercrime.
₹7.12 Cr Digital Arrest Scam in Hyderabad: How to Stay Safe
A retired Hyderabad businessman lost ₹7.12 crore to a digital arrest scam. Learn the fraudsters' modus operandi and 5 crucial steps to protect yourself from such cybercrime.
Senior Citizen Loses Rs 86.7 Lakh in Stock Trading Scam
A 60-year-old retired professional from Ahmedabad's Satellite area lost Rs 86.7 lakh in an online stock trading fraud. The scam, originating on Facebook, used WhatsApp groups and a fake trading app. Learn how to protect yourself.
Senior Loses Rs 7 Crore in Digital Arrest Fraud
An 81-year-old man in Hyderabad was cheated of Rs 7 crore in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' cyber fraud. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial tips to protect yourself.
Delivery Agent Impersonator Snatches Gold Chain, Arrested
A 46-year-old man impersonating an e-commerce delivery agent snatched a gold chain from a senior citizen in Vadodara. Police arrested him in Bharuch hours later, revealing a history of 28 similar cases.
Senior Citizen Scammed of Rs 7.12 Crore in Digital Arrest Fraud
An 81-year-old retired businessman in Hyderabad was digitally arrested and defrauded of Rs 7.12 crore by cybercriminals posing as police. Read how the scam unfolded and learn to protect yourself.
Senior loses Rs 7 crore in Hyderabad digital arrest scam
An 81-year-old retired businessman in Hyderabad was scammed of over Rs 7 crore by fraudsters posing as Mumbai Police. Read about the 'digital arrest' modus operandi and how to stay safe.
Cybercrime Costs Bihar Seniors Thousands of Crores: CJI
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant reveals shocking scale of cyber fraud targeting senior citizens in Bihar, urging vigilance and stronger legal safeguards. Read more.
Bank of Baroda Manager Held for Rs 71 Lakh ATM Fraud
A Bank of Baroda assistant manager in Bantwal, Karnataka, has been booked for an ATM fraud of Rs 71.41 lakh. The scam was uncovered during an inspection that also revealed stolen gold worth Rs 55,000. Read the full investigation details.
Senior Citizen Duped of Rs 90 Lakh in UP Digital Arrest Fraud
A 73-year-old retired finance officer in Lucknow was swindled of nearly Rs 90 lakh after cybercriminals posing as Mumbai police held him under a 25-day 'digital arrest'. Read how the scam unfolded and learn to stay safe.
Vasant Kunj seniors cheated of Rs 1.5 crore in cyber fraud
Two elderly relatives in Delhi were duped of over Rs 1.5 crore by scammers posing as financial advisors on WhatsApp. The fraud involved fake apps and promises of high returns. Read the full investigation.
₹90 Lakh Lost in 'Digital Arrest' Cyber Fraud
A 73-year-old retired officer from Lucknow was trapped in a 25-day 'digital arrest' scam, losing nearly ₹90 lakh. Learn the 5 crucial lessons to protect yourself from such evolving cyber frauds.
Man arrested for Rs 2.21 cr cancer treatment fraud in Gurgaon
A man from Hyderabad was arrested for allegedly cheating a senior citizen of Rs 2.21 crore using fake cancer treatment pleas. The EOW is investigating the elaborate scam involving forged bank transfers.
Pune Senior Citizen Duped of Rs 28 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud
A retired MSEDCL official from Baramati lost Rs 28 lakh in a sophisticated digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posed as police, staged a fake Supreme Court hearing. Read how the cybercrime unfolded.
Chandigarh: 80% of Top Digital Arrest Scam Victims Are Seniors
Chandigarh Police data reveals senior citizens over 70 are prime targets for sophisticated 'digital arrest' scams, losing crores. Learn how fraudsters operate and crucial steps to protect yourself.
Cyber Fraud Accused with Rs 5K Bounty Arrested in Surat
Chowk Bazar police arrest Shaivin Pumbhadiya, a wanted cyber fraudster linked to scams worth Rs 3.80 crore across India. He carried a Rs 5,000 reward. Read the full story.
Chit Fund Ordered to Refund ₹8.55 Lakh to Senior Citizen
Ernakulam Consumer Commission directs Finisyer Kuries to refund ₹8.25 lakh with interest to a senior citizen after abrupt closure. The firm must also pay compensation for mental agony. Read the full details of the landmark order.
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