Rs 50 Crore Cyber Fraud Racket Busted, 10 Held
Delhi Police cracks down on a major international cyber fraud syndicate, arresting 10 and uncovering scams worth over Rs 50 crore. Read the full investigation details.
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Noida Woman Loses Rs 65 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A Noida woman in her 60s was digitally arrested for 56 hours and scammed of Rs 65 lakh. Read the step-by-step account of the cyber fraud and learn how to stay safe.
Noida firm loses Rs 24 lakh in gift card cyber fraud
A Noida event management company was scammed of Rs 24 lakh after an employee received fake WhatsApp messages from a person posing as the director. Learn about the cybercrime modus operandi and police action.
Chandigarh man loses ₹1.73 lakh in SBI card cyber fraud
A Sector 52 resident lost ₹1.73 lakh after clicking WhatsApp links promising an SBI card upgrade. Chandigarh Police have registered an FIR. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
CBI cracks down on SIM box scam, seizes 21,000 illegal SIMs
CBI raids expose a major cybercrime network using SIM boxes for phishing across India. Learn how the scam works and crucial steps to protect yourself from financial fraud.
AI Fuels New Wave of Sophisticated Cyber Scams in India
AI is arming cybercriminals with tools for hyper-targeted phishing, deepfakes, and automated attacks. Experts warn of an AI vs AI security future. Learn how to protect yourself.
Secure Your Apple ID: 5 Critical iPhone Security Steps
Your Apple ID is the master key to your digital life. Learn 5 simple checks to protect your photos, messages, and data from hackers and phishing scams. Act now to secure your iPhone.
Microsoft Teams Security Update 2026: New Defaults
Microsoft Teams will enforce secure-by-default messaging safety features from Jan 12, 2026. Learn about the new protections against malware and phishing links.
Fake e-Challan Scam Targets Indian Vehicle Owners
A sophisticated cyber fraud campaign uses fake traffic fine portals to steal financial data. Learn how the scam works and how to protect yourself from these phishing attacks.
₹15.5 Lakh Vanish in Haryana After Clicking SMS Link
A Panchkula resident lost ₹15.5 lakh in a sophisticated SMS scam. Learn how the 'FedEx' phishing link led to massive financial fraud and how to protect yourself.
Nagpur Family Loses Rs 1.4 Cr in Digital Arrest Scam
A retired Ordnance Factory employee in Nagpur was digitally arrested for 16 days and defrauded of Rs 1.4 crore by cybercriminals posing as police and officials. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to stay safe.
Fake call centre busted in Dwarka, 10 held for Rs 1 cr scam
Delhi Police busts a fake call centre in Dwarka, arresting 10 for duping insurance policyholders of nearly Rs 1 crore. The accused posed as bank and regulatory officials. Read the full investigation details.
AI Scams Threaten Financial Advisors: New Defence Guide
AI is making phishing scams like vishing & quishing harder to detect. Learn key trends and practical steps for financial advisors in India to protect client assets and trust.
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.
TOI Cyber Safety Townhall: Key Tips to Avoid Online Scams
Learn essential cyber safety tips from Tamil Nadu Police experts shared at The Times of India's #Don'tGetScammed townhall. Protect yourself from boss scams, phishing, and digital arrests.
Hyderabad: Rs 11 Lakh Lost in APK Scams
Hyderabad cyber police register 3 cases where fraudsters stole over Rs 11 lakh via malicious APK files. Victims tricked into installing apps that hijacked phones & bank accounts. Read details and safety tips.
Pune: Trio loses Rs 11.33 lakh in RTO frauds
Three Pune residents, including an Army officer, collectively lost Rs 11.33 lakh in sophisticated online RTO challan scams. Learn how the frauds unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Hinjewadi Employee Duped of Rs 13.4 Lakh in Crypto Scam
A 45-year-old Pune employee lost Rs 13.4 lakh to cybercrooks promising 300% returns on cryptocurrency. The Hinjewadi police have registered a case. Learn how to avoid such investment frauds.
Man charged for $15M Coinbase customer support scam
A 23-year-old faces charges for stealing $15 million by posing as Coinbase support. He tricked 100+ users. Read the full details of the crypto phishing scheme.
74-Year-Old Loses Rs 10 Lakh to Cyber Cons in Panchkula
A 74-year-old Panchkula man lost Rs 10 lakh after cyber criminals hacked his phone using a fake banking link. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar frauds.
CBI busts SIM box phishing factory, arrests 3 in cybercrime raid
CBI uncovers a massive phishing operation using 20,000+ illegal SIMs to dupe thousands. Raids in Delhi, Noida, Chandigarh lead to arrests and seizure of crypto. Read the full details.
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.
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.
Ahmedabad Man Loses Rs 14 Lakh in WhatsApp Investment Fraud
A 22-year-old BTech graduate in Ahmedabad lost Rs 14 lakh in a sophisticated online investment scam run through a WhatsApp group. Cybercrime police have registered a case. Learn how to protect yourself from such frauds.
Retired banker loses Rs 21 lakh to Facebook fraud
A 72-year-old retired bank employee in Karnataka lost Rs 21 lakh after clicking on a deceptive Facebook ad promising special benefits. Read the full story and learn how to protect yourself from online fraud.
Trichy Cybercrime Police Return ₹48 Lakh to Scam Victim
Trichy cybercrime police successfully recovered and returned ₹48 lakh to a 75-year-old retired official who fell for an online phishing scam. The money was traced through 20 accounts. Learn how to stay safe.
Senior loses Rs 7.14L in fake police, RBI officer scam
A 63-year-old Ahmedabad man was cheated of Rs 7.14 lakh by scammers posing as TRAI, Mumbai Police & RBI officials ahead of his son's wedding. Read how the sophisticated cybercrime unfolded.
Delhi Police Alert: Fake Traffic Challan Scam
Delhi Police warns about fake traffic challan messages containing malware. Learn how to identify scams and protect your phone from hackers. Verify challans only through official portals.
Ludhiana man escapes ATS impersonation cyber fraud
A Ludhiana businessman narrowly avoided a sophisticated phishing scam where fraudsters posed as Delhi ATS officers. Police issue urgent warning about cyber criminals exploiting Red Fort investigation panic. Stay vigilant!
Hyderabad Cyber Safety Event: Don't Get Scammed
Join TOI's Digital Safety Townhall in Hyderabad this Sunday. Learn from cyber security experts about KYC scams, UPI frauds & phishing attacks. Protect yourself now!
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