Category : Cybersecurity


Woman loses Rs 15.50 lakh to online dating scam

A 28-year-old woman from Pune was duped of Rs 15.50 lakh by a 'virtual friend' who promised to send jewellery and garments from Finland. The fraud occurred in June 2023, and a case was registered on Wednesday.

Kanpur Police Arrest 8 in Cybercrime Extortion Ring

Kanpur police arrested eight cybercriminals who extorted money by posing as police officers and accusing victims of watching porn. The gang targeted victims across 14 districts, with complaints registered on the NCRP portal.

Delivery Boy Arrested for Mule Accounts in Hyderabad

Cyberabad police arrested Dilip Singh, a delivery boy from Rajasthan, for supplying mule bank accounts to cyber fraudsters. He was promised Rs 25,000 per savings account and Rs 50,000 per current account.

CBI Intensifies NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Probe in Pune

The CBI has intensified its probe into the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, bringing suspects to Pune for questioning. Investigators are tracing the network of leakers, facilitators, and beneficiaries across multiple districts.

X Corp Fined in Australia for Online Safety Breach

Elon Musk's X Corp has been ordered to pay increased penalties in Australia for breaching online safety laws, failing to provide information on anti-child exploitation measures. The fine was raised to A$650,000 plus legal costs.

Sharenting Risks and Digital Awareness in Schools

Sharenting, the trend of parents sharing children's content online, poses privacy risks. Schools like Orchids The International School are teaching digital awareness to balance connection and safety.

Page 17 of 116
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button