Thane Businessman Loses Rs 77.1 Lakh in WhatsApp Scam
A Dombivli businessman lost Rs 77.1 lakh in a WhatsApp-based share trading scheme promising high returns. Police have registered an FIR under the IT Act and are investigating.
Category : Cybersecurity
Puri Cyber Police Arrest Man for Fake Traffic Challan Scam
Puri cyber police arrested Kartik Hati for circulating fake APK files disguised as traffic challans, duping victims including one who lost Rs 1.62 lakh. SP warns of similar scams exploiting government schemes.
Indian in Kuwait Loses Rs 21.7L in Telegram Loan Scam
A 57-year-old Indian man from Udupi, currently residing in Kuwait, was allegedly cheated of Rs 21.7 lakh in an elaborate online loan scam conducted through Telegram.
Winzo Scandal: ED Exposes Rs 3,522 Crore Fraud
The Enforcement Directorate reveals Winzo siphoned Rs 3,522 crore in under 4 years using AI bots to defeat genuine gamers. Funds laundered through US, Singapore shell companies.
WhatsApp Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Backdoor Access to Encrypted Messages
An international group of plaintiffs has filed a class-action lawsuit against Meta-owned WhatsApp, accusing the company of maintaining 'backdoor' access to private communications despite claiming end-to-end encryption.
Mumbai Hospital Worker Duped of Rs 30 Lakh in Loan Scam
A state-run hospital employee in Mumbai seeking a Rs 1 crore home loan was defrauded of approximately Rs 30 lakh by a fake finance company representative over two years, with an FIR registered at the south cyber police station.
Two Arrested in Mumbai for Rs 1.1 Crore Trading Fraud
Mumbai crime branch arrests two men from Kolhapur for alleged involvement in a Rs 1.1 crore share market trading scam targeting a senior citizen through WhatsApp.
AI Helps Mumbai Police Solve Andheri Shooting, Arrest Actor
Mumbai police used AI tools to reconstruct crime scene, map bullet trajectories, and link actor Kamaal R Khan to firing at Lokhandwala housing society. Forensic analysis matched his licensed pistol.
Russian Hackers Target Poland's Power Grid in Cyberattack
Cybersecurity researchers have attributed a major December cyberattack on Poland's power grid to Russian military intelligence hackers. The attack, which used destructive DynoWiper malware, was successfully repelled by Polish defenses.
ED Chargesheets WinZO App in Rs 734 Crore Bot Fraud
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a prosecution complaint against online gaming platform WinZO, alleging players were duped of Rs 734 crore using automated bots in a major money laundering case.
Udupi Man Loses Rs 21.66 Lakh in Online Loan Scam
A 57-year-old man in Udupi, Karnataka, lost Rs 21.66 lakh to cybercriminals posing as loan agents. The scam involved fake loan offers and demands for processing fees.
Meta Sued Over WhatsApp Privacy Claims: Key Allegations
Meta faces a new lawsuit alleging false privacy and security claims about WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption. Plaintiffs from multiple countries accuse Meta of accessing private communications.
eParikshan App Boosts Delhi Security for Republic Day with GPS Tech
Delhi Police's eParikshan app uses GPS location tagging and real-time photo capture for comprehensive verification along Republic Day parade routes, digitizing thousands of records.
JioStar Challenges CCI Probe in Supreme Court
Reliance Industries' JioStar appeals to Supreme Court against CCI investigation into alleged dominance abuse and discriminatory pricing in Kerala's television distribution market.
149 Million Login Credentials Leaked Online
A major data breach has exposed over 149 million login credentials, including from Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, and Netflix, putting users at significant risk of cyberattacks.
Dubai Police Warn of Fake Domestic Worker Scam
Dubai Police issue fresh warning after woman loses Dh10,000 to fake domestic worker recruitment office promoted on social media. Authorities highlight evolving online scam tactics and urge public to verify service providers.
WhatsApp Privacy Lawsuit Challenges Meta's Encryption Claims
An international lawsuit filed in San Francisco alleges Meta can access WhatsApp users' private messages despite end-to-end encryption claims. Plaintiffs from India, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa cite whistleblower evidence.
UP Police Rolls Out AI-Enabled Yaksh App for Beat Policing
Uttar Pradesh Police has introduced the AI-driven Yaksh App, an integrated digital platform designed to enhance beat policing effectiveness and accountability in Lucknow, aligning with CM Yogi Adityanath's zero-tolerance crime policy.
Fastag-Amazon Gift Card Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted, 2 Held
Delhi Police dismantle inter-state cyber fraud network using Fastag payments and Amazon gift cards to siphon money; two arrested from Rajasthan with sophisticated equipment seized.
Panchkula Cyber Police Arrest 4 in WhatsApp Investment Scam
Panchkula Cyber Crime Police have arrested four individuals for cheating a resident of Rs 16.30 lakh through a WhatsApp-based investment scam promising high stock market returns via a fraudulent app.
Meta Sued Over WhatsApp Privacy Claims
An international group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, alleging false claims about WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption and privacy protections.
5 More Arrested in Delhi's Rs 14.85 Crore Digital Scam
Delhi Police arrests five more individuals in a digital arrest scam that duped an elderly couple of Rs 14.85 crore, with an international cyber syndicate from Cambodia and Nepal under probe.
Berhampur Banker Loses Rs 51 Lakh in WhatsApp Scam
A 47-year-old banker in Berhampur lost Rs 51 lakh in an online stock investment scam after being lured via WhatsApp. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
Delhi Police Busts Cyber Fraud Ring, NRI Doctors Duped
Delhi Police uncovers an international cyber fraud syndicate operating from Cambodia and Nepal, arresting eight individuals. An NRI doctor couple from Greater Kailash-II was swindled of nearly Rs 15 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam.
Kerala Police Arrest Key Figure in Rs 1.34 Crore Cyber Fraud
Thiruvananthapuram rural cybercrime police have arrested Sufail Mukhtar, a key intermediary involved in laundering Rs 1.34 crore from online investment fraud and linked to a Bitcoin murder case.
Kerala Man Loses ₹34.55 Lakh in Online Trading Scam
A Thiruvananthapuram native residing in Ernakulam lost ₹34.55 lakh in an online trading scam after being contacted through Facebook and WhatsApp. Police have registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections.
Kolkata Police Arrests 5 in Pan-India Investment Fraud Scam
Kolkata Police cyber cell arrested five youths from Maharashtra and Bihar for operating a nationwide investment fraud network using malicious APK files to hack bank apps.
Kataria Calls for Team to Boost Cybersecurity in Chandigarh
Chandigarh's Mayor Anup Gupta and MP Kirron Kher met with BJP leader Satyapal Kataria, who emphasized the need for a dedicated team to enhance cybersecurity measures in the city.
Ahmedabad Woman Loses Rs 24 Lakh in WhatsApp Scam
A 70-year-old Ahmedabad woman was cheated of Rs 24 lakh after fraudsters digitally arrested her via WhatsApp, accused her of child pornography, and forced money transfers.
Ex-Serviceman Loses 91 Lakh in Online Job Fraud
A 63-year-old ex-serviceman from Hyderabad lost over 91 lakh in an online part-time job fraud involving a fake real-estate firm. Cyberabad police have registered a case under BNS and IT Act sections.
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