Apple's Lockdown Mode prevented FBI agents from accessing a Washington Post reporter's iPhone during a probe, highlighting its role in protecting against sophisticated cyberattacks and government intrusion.
The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned Rs 95 crore to establish a state-of-the-art Cyber Security Operations Centre in Lucknow, aimed at protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
In a major push against cyber fraud, experts are calling on telecom companies to enhance customer verification processes and actively support law enforcement investigations to curb rising digital crimes.
The CBI uncovered a sophisticated cyber fraud syndicate that used over 20,000 illegal SIM cards to scam people across India. Four accused, including telecom employees, have been arrested and granted bail.
Varanasi police arrested five cyber criminals from Dhanbad, Jharkhand, for a sophisticated fraud involving Rs 42.5 lakh using Trojan APK files and forged documents.
The National Informatics Centre organized a district-wide cyber security workshop in Ludhiana, training 60 government officials and hundreds of students on digital safety, AI ethics, and fraud prevention.
Hyderabad police arrested five individuals in Warangal for allegedly cheating people through fake loan offers. The accused were trained by associates in Kolkata, promising 30% of illicit gains to handlers.
Piplani police register cheating case after businessman Jagdish Singh loses Rs 1.59 lakh to cyber fraudsters promising share market profits through WhatsApp groups.
A 61-year-old retired professional in Ahmedabad lost Rs 54 lakh to cybercrooks after being lured by promises of high returns through online trading. The scam involved fake investment firms and regulatory documents, with police registering charges of cheat
A Gurgaon woman reported a fake Facebook profile using her and her daughter's photos with obscene content. Police registered an FIR after verification, suspecting the accused from West Bengal.
A detailed analysis of Operation Dinner, a covert cyber operation linked to Code Crimson, revealing its tactics, targets, and the urgent need for international cybersecurity cooperation.
A 74-year-old retired doctor from Hyderabad was defrauded of over ₹68.3 lakh through a fake online stock trading platform that used a deepfake video of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to appear legitimate.
Cybercrime police in Rajkot have uncovered a sophisticated new scam called GhostPairing where fraudsters exploit WhatsApp's companion mode to hijack accounts of elderly victims without needing SIM cards, leading to significant financial losses.
Panchkula cyber crime police arrested two individuals from Surat for defrauding a resident of Rs 10.81 lakh through fake share trading promises. The accused used fabricated screenshots to mislead the victim.
A 78-year-old Salt Lake resident alleges losing Rs 51.7 lakh in an online trading fraud via 'Naka Solutions' platform. Bidhannagar Police's cyber cell investigates the case, registered on Feb 10.
Kolkata Police report a 50% reduction in digital arrest fraud from 2024 to 2025, while investment and hotel booking scams dominate. Authorities recover Rs 37 crore of Rs 208 crore lost, emphasizing centralized response and targeting POS centers for bulk S
Kolkata Police's new cyber helpline, Cyber Prohori, received 212 calls on its first day, including a digital arrest fraud case. Officials report high volumes of hacking and fraud complaints, highlighting public need for cybercrime support.
Aligarh cybercrime police have uncovered a sophisticated banking fraud where thumb impressions were cloned from public tehsil records to withdraw money from victims' accounts. The mastermind, Shivam Kumar, allegedly stole nearly Rs 35 lakh using forged bi
Phishing cyberattacks exploit human psychology through fear and urgency to steal sensitive data. Learn about different types, warning signs, and protection strategies for individuals and organizations.
Karnataka High Court vacates stay order, allowing CID to investigate a massive cyberfraud operation from Belagavi that allegedly cheated over 1,000 American citizens using fake call centers.
Microsoft has identified critical security vulnerabilities in AI agents that could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches in corporate systems by 2026, urging immediate action.
Home Ministry data reveals a staggering 65.9 lakh cyber fraud complaints reported via national portals over five years, with losses exceeding Rs 55,659 crore. Junior Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar detailed the alarming annual rise in Rajya Sabha.
Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly assisting fraudsters in a 'digital arrest' scam. The victim received multiple calls from imposters posing as senior law enforcement officials, falsely accusing him of money laundering.
A 39-year-old Thane resident was defrauded of Rs 1.17 crore in an elaborate task-based cyber scam involving fake investment schemes, encrypted messaging, and cryptocurrency transfers to anonymous wallets.
Quantum Encrypt has officially launched in India, aiming to develop advanced cryptographic solutions to secure the nation's digital infrastructure against future quantum computing threats.
Kolkata lost Rs 482 crore to cyber fraud over two years, with 80% of victims being senior citizens. Police launch Digital Prahari, a 24/7 helpline and blocking cell to combat scams and aid recovery.
India's decisive action against deepfakes marks a crucial step in combating digital misinformation and protecting citizens from AI-generated threats.
Multiple Chandigarh administration websites, including portals for student admissions and prison payments, operate without HTTPS encryption, exposing citizens to identity theft and data breaches on Safer Internet Day 2026.
Four men arrested in Delhi for cheating a chartered accountant of Rs 75,694 by tricking her into installing a malicious app that stole credit card details. Police uncover a fraud ring using fake banking apps and compromised SIMs.
A Karnataka resident lost Rs 13.72 lakh after being lured by a fake online trading app promising 200% returns. The scam displayed fake profits before vanishing with the victim's funds.