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Pune techie loses ₹14 crore to fake spiritual healers

A Pune-based software engineer lost a staggering ₹14 crore to fake spiritual healers over seven years in one of Maharashtra's biggest online fraud cases. The elaborate scam involved multiple fake identities and false promises of divine blessings.

Chinmayi Sripaada claps back at harassment-mocking troll

Popular playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada delivers a powerful comeback to an insensitive troll who mocked her harassment ordeal, sparking important conversations about victim-blaming and online accountability.

Chandigarh Police Bust Digital Arrest Scam, 2 Arrested

Chandigarh Police cracks down on sophisticated digital arrest scam, arresting two Rajasthan residents for cheating a woman of ₹15 lakh through fake police impersonation. Learn how this cyber fraud operation worked.

Mangaluru man loses ₹32 lakh in investment fraud

A Mangaluru resident lost ₹32 lakh to cyber fraudsters posing as SEBI-registered investment advisors. Learn how the elaborate scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar schemes.

Bengaluru Man Loses ₹1.16 Cr in Investment Scam

A Bengaluru resident was cheated of ₹1.16 crore by fraudsters posing as representatives of a financial firm. Learn how the elaborate scam unfolded and crucial safety measures to protect your money.

Delhi man loses ₹9L in Pulwama terror link scam

A sophisticated cybercrime gang in Delhi exploited national security fears to scam a man of ₹9.25 lakh. Learn how the 'Pulwama terror link' scam works and how to protect yourself from such emotional manipulation tactics.

Android Beats iPhone in Scam Detection: Google

Google announces Android's scam detection capabilities now surpass iPhone's, featuring real-time alerts and AI-powered protection against financial fraud for Indian users.

Mangaluru Senior Loses ₹1.39 Cr in Investment Fraud

A 67-year-old retired professional in Mangaluru loses life savings to elaborate investment fraud. Cybercrime police uncover multi-layered scam operation targeting senior citizens with fake stock market promises.

Bengaluru Cab Scam: Passenger Charged Two Different Fares

A Bengaluru man's routine cab ride turned into a nightmare when he discovered a sophisticated scam involving duplicate UPI payments and manipulated fare calculations. Learn how this new fraud works and how to protect yourself.

Pune man dies after digital arrest scam trauma

A 72-year-old Pune man suffered fatal heart attack days after being traumatized by sophisticated digital arrest scam where fraudsters posed as police and narcotics officials.

Digital Arrest Scam Claims Elderly Man's Life in Pune

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds in Pune as an elderly man suffers fatal heart attack days after being traumatized by sophisticated 'digital arrest' cyber fraud. Read the shocking details of how scammers posing as police destroyed a family.

Pune contractor loses ₹11L in pregnancy job scam

A Pune contractor lost ₹11 lakh in an elaborate scam where fraudsters promised jobs in exchange for making a woman pregnant. Shocking details of the pregnancy job fraud that exploited emotional vulnerabilities.

Digital Arrest Scam: Retired Banker Loses ₹50 Lakh

Shocking case of digital kidnapping where cybercriminals posing as police and CBI officials extorted massive amounts from senior citizens. Two arrested in connection with sophisticated online fraud.

IAF veteran loses ₹1.5cr in share trading scam

A retired Indian Air Force officer in Pune falls victim to a sophisticated share trading fraud, losing his life savings and loans worth ₹1.5 crore. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial warning signs.

Income Tax Inspector Loses ₹44L in Matrimonial Scam

A Navi Mumbai Income Tax Department official fell victim to sophisticated cyber criminals posing as prospective brides, losing massive savings in elaborate matrimonial fraud. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial safety tips.

Bengaluru businessman loses ₹1.32cr to PFI scam

Cyber criminals posing as police and enforcement officials trick a Bengaluru entrepreneur into paying massive sums by threatening fake PFI association charges in sophisticated phone scam.

WhatsApp scam costs retired engineer ₹22 lakh savings

A retired engineer from Noida falls victim to sophisticated WhatsApp trading fraud, losing lifetime savings to criminals posing as financial experts. Delhi Police investigation reveals elaborate scam tactics.

Air hostess loses ₹11L in commission scam

A Mumbai-based air hostess was duped of ₹11 lakh in an elaborate online scam where fraudsters promised earnings for simple tasks like rating restaurants and liking videos. Learn how this digital trap operates and how to protect yourself.

Karnataka firm loses ₹12L in online cement fraud

A Kundapur-based company falls victim to sophisticated online fraud, losing ₹12 lakh to scammers posing as cement suppliers. Learn how the digital payment scam unfolded and crucial cybersecurity lessons.

Bengaluru techie loses ₹23L in PayTM scam

A Bengaluru software engineer lost ₹23 lakh to cyber criminals posing as PayTM investment representatives. Learn about the sophisticated scam tactics and how to protect yourself.

Coimbatore woman loses ₹24 lakh in online scam

A Coimbatore professional lost ₹24 lakh to an online fraudster posing as a police official in an elaborate digital scam. Learn how this sophisticated cybercrime unfolded and crucial safety measures to protect yourself.

Coimbatore businessman loses ₹67.7L in cyber fraud

A Coimbatore businessman lost ₹67.7 lakh to an elaborate online scam where fraudsters posed as officials from the Mumbai Crime Branch and RBI. Learn how this sophisticated cyber fraud unfolded and how to protect yourself.

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