Chandigarh firm loses Rs 15L in fake email scam
A Chandigarh medical firm owner was duped of Rs 15.38 lakh by cybercriminals using a fake Gmail account. The UT cyber cell has registered a case and is investigating the online fraud.
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Chandigarh WhatsApp credit card scam: 3 arrested, Rs 1.73 lakh lost
Chandigarh police arrest 3 women from Delhi for a WhatsApp credit card upgrade scam that duped a resident of Rs 1.73 lakh. Massive cache of phones, SIMs, and data seized. Read the full details and police advisory.
Noida teacher cheated of Rs 6.6 lakh in phone scam
A retired teacher in Noida lost Rs 6.6 lakh to a fraudster posing as a childhood friend. The scam involved fake bank transfer messages. Police are investigating the cyber crime case.
Gujarat HC grants bail in cyber slavery trafficking case
Gujarat High Court grants conditional bail to two accused of sending youths to Thailand for jobs, leading to forced cyber slavery in Myanmar. Details on the court's conditions and the serious charges.
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.
Bomb threat hoaxes force evacuation of Bihar courts
Multiple courts in Bihar, including Patna and Gaya, were evacuated after email bomb threats. Police found no explosives, terming it a hoax. Cyber cells are tracing the source. Read for details.
DGP Orders Probe in POCSO Bail Attempt Case
Kerala DGP orders high-level probe after a police inspector is accused of trying to secure bail for a POCSO Act accused. The complaint was filed by a High Court lawyer. Read the full story.
Gangadhar Meher University Website Hacked, Displays Pak Messages
Gangadhar Meher University's official website was hacked, showing pro-Pakistan messages. Key data compromised, cyber police informed. Read details on the security breach and its impact.
Mumbai Police crack online investment scam, 7 arrested
Mumbai Police dismantle a major online investment fraud network, arresting 7 and freezing ₹1.5 crore. The scam, promising high returns, duped victims nationwide. Read details.
Extortionist Impersonates Ludhiana SHO, Uses Pakistani Number
A scammer impersonated Inspector Vijay Kumar, SHO of PAU police station, to extort money. The calls originated from a Pakistani number. Police urge public vigilance.
Chandigarh Cyber Cell Returns 254 Stolen Smartphones
Chandigarh Police's Cyber Cell has successfully returned 254 stolen smartphones to their owners after a major crackdown. Learn how they traced the devices and the operation's impact on local crime.
Bomb threat email at Chandigarh court a hoax, high alert triggered
A hoax bomb threat email caused a major security scare at Chandigarh District Court, leading to evacuation and a thorough search. Police are investigating the source of the threat. Read the full details.
Kolkata's Cyber Fraud Loss at Rs 210 Cr, Recovery Rate Up
Kolkata saw Rs 210 crore lost to cybercrime in 2025, down from Rs 279 crore. Police recovery rate jumped to 30% with new AI tools. Plans for dedicated cyber stations in all divisions underway.
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 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.
Gurgaon man arrested for Rs 3.26 lakh APK link fraud in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police's cyber cell nabs a 23-year-old from Gurgaon for a sophisticated APK link scam that siphoned Rs 3.26 lakh. The accused used stolen funds to buy gift cards and gold. Read how the police traced him.
Kurukshetra Police Arrest 157 in Cybercrime Sweep
Kurukshetra Police's Cyber Cell makes 157 arrests in 2025, tackling online fraud and financial scams. Learn how authorities are fighting digital crime.
Kolkata Police Cyber Cells for Seniors in All Divisions
Kolkata Police announces dedicated cyber cell police stations in every division to help senior citizens report cybercrime locally. Commissioner Manoj Verma debunks 'Digital Arrest' myths at Pronam event.
Delhi Police probes fake news on teachers, stray dogs
Delhi Police's cyber cell investigates a complaint about fake news claiming teachers must count stray dogs. The education department calls it fabricated and baseless. Read the full story.
Patiala cyber cops freeze Rs 50 lakh more in ex-IG fraud case
Patiala cyber crime police freeze another Rs 50 lakh in the Rs 8.1 crore scam targeting former IG Amar Singh Chahal. Total frozen amount now Rs 3.5 crore. Read the latest updates on the investigation.
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.
8 Held in Kanpur for Rs 5.70 Crore Doctor Investment Scam
Kanpur Cyber Cell arrests 8 for defrauding doctors of Rs 5.70 crore via fake share market apps. Mastermind linked to Indonesia handler. Read the full investigation details.
Chandigarh man loses Rs 1.7L in credit card WhatsApp scam
A Chandigarh resident was duped of Rs 1.7 lakh after clicking fraudulent WhatsApp links for an SBI credit card upgrade. The cyber cell is investigating. Learn how to stay safe from such cyber fraud.
Two arrested for Rs 60 lakh online fraud in Chandigarh
Chandigarh cyber crime police arrest two men for cheating a resident of Rs 60.65 lakh in an Avastin Powder scam. Details on the investigation and police remand inside.
Bengaluru Techie Bought Gun from Bihar to Kill Wife
A Bengaluru techie meticulously planned his wife's murder, buying a gun from Bihar for Rs 80,000 after extensive online research on killing methods, police revealed. Read the shocking details.
Director arrested in Mumbai's Rs 9 crore digital arrest fraud case
Mumbai cyber police arrest a company director linked to a Rs 9 crore digital arrest scam targeting an 85-year-old. The account was involved in multiple senior citizen frauds. Read the full investigation details.
Nashik woman loses Rs 1.4 lakh in WhatsApp APK scam
A 43-year-old woman in Nashik lost Rs 1.4 lakh after clicking a malicious WhatsApp APK file. The scam began with a search for a hospital's phone number. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Bomb hoax at Patiala school, police probe cyber origin
A leading private school in Patiala received a bomb threat email, prompting a massive security response. Police found no explosives, linking it to recent hoaxes in Amritsar and Jalandhar. Read the full details.
Vadapalani Woman Cheated of ₹75k in 'Digital Arrest' Scam
A Chennai couple was duped by fraudsters posing as Indian High Commission officials, claiming their daughter was detained. Police are investigating the cyber crime. Read the full story for safety tips.
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