Pune cyber police reveal a Rs 22.03 crore online share-trading fraud involved 1,235 bank accounts across India, with 82,000 transactions and Rs 3.24 crore frozen. Eight arrests made in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Thane.
A 25-year-old gym trainer in Bengaluru reported his bank account was misused to channel cyber fraud proceeds after receiving suspicious transaction alerts. Police found Rs 16 lakh routed through his account, with one suspect in custody and another fled to
A 53-year-old Rajarhat resident reports nearly Rs 2 lakh fraudulently debited via unauthorized SBI credit card transactions. Bidhannagar Cyber Crime Police investigate the digital trail.
Bettiah police arrested Sandeep Kumar Gupta for allegedly operating a cyberfraud network by purchasing bank accounts and SIM cards to facilitate illegal transactions worth lakhs of rupees.
Security agencies have exposed a sophisticated mule-account network in Jammu & Kashmir, warning of a new-age digital hawala system used for terror financing. The discovery highlights evolving threats in the region's security landscape.
Three Asian men sentenced to six months in prison for operating a fake mobile network in Dubai Marina that sent fraudulent SMS messages to steal financial data. Authorities warn of rising cybercrime risks.
A Hyderabad doctor was defrauded of over ₹1.1 crore after a scammer created a fake matrimonial profile, impersonated officials, and fabricated an arrest story involving foreign currency.
Three individuals in Pune were duped of Rs 2.87 crore in separate online share trading scams. Fraudsters promised 500% returns via messaging apps and fake trading platforms.
A Delhi-based UPSC aspirant's PAN card was fraudulently used to open a fake firm with GST registration and secure a massive bank loan, leading to a negative lien of Rs 25.59 crore on his account.
Delhi deploys G20-like security for AI Impact Summit: anti-drone systems, 500+ CCTV cameras, 5,000 traffic cops, and 100 personnel at each VIP hotel to ensure safety.
A Delhi sub-inspector was allegedly defrauded of nearly Rs 17 lakh by cyber criminals posing as gas company officials, who threatened to disconnect his connection and exploited his details for unauthorized bank transactions.
A serving Army colonel in Chandigarh was allegedly cheated of ₹8.83 lakh after downloading a fake APK file from fraudsters posing as water department officials.
A Kolkata court has directed an FIR for a forced digital loan of over Rs 21 lakh using forged e-signatures, with recovery agents threatening the victim into paying Rs 40,000. In a separate case, a Rajarhat resident reported illegal credit card transaction
A 67-year-old man from Kundara was defrauded of Rs 1.65 crore in a sophisticated online trading fraud after being lured through Facebook and WhatsApp. Police are investigating the multi-account money trail.
In separate cyber fraud incidents reported in Ponda, an interstate gang allegedly cheated two residents of Rs 4.9 lakh. Cases registered under BNS, 2023.
A 68-year-old businessman in Bengaluru was extorted of Rs 37 lakh by fraudsters posing as TRAI and CBI officials in a digital arrest scam. The victim was threatened with arrest and forced into a virtual confinement.
Andhra Pradesh government announces dedicated cybercrime police stations in every district, part of a comprehensive police modernization plan including AI, drones, and new vehicles.
The Deputy Commissioner of Kaithal, Haryana, has introduced a comprehensive e-handbook on cyber safety to raise awareness and provide practical tips for citizens to protect themselves online.
Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre warns government employees of a WhatsApp scam promising 8th Pay Commission benefits via malicious APK files, urging vigilance against data theft.
India plans to implement key measures including linking KYC with biometrics and passport-based roaming to tackle rising overseas cybercrime by 2026, enhancing digital security.
Gurgaon police have arrested a key accused in West Bengal, uncovering an e-SIM racket connected to a Cambodia-based cyber fraud network. The scam involved digital arrests and fake loan apps, with eight arrests made so far across multiple states.
Mumbaikars lost ₹155 crore to digital arrest scams in 2025, a 33% rise from 2024, despite fewer cases. AI tools are making cybercrime more accessible, with experts warning of exponential growth in such frauds.
A Zirakpur resident was defrauded of approximately Rs 7 lakh by cyber criminals using fake stock market investment schemes on WhatsApp, with police investigating the case.
A fraudulent email campaign attempted to mislead candidates for fireman recruitment at an army unit by falsely announcing exam postponement. Authorities have filed a cybercrime case and are investigating the source.
A 72-year-old man in Vasco fell victim to a cybercrime, losing Rs 1.5 lakh after clicking a fraudulent link. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the case.
Delhi government mandates strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, security audits, and bans third-party emails to protect sensitive public data across departments.
Balangir police arrested two men for operating a digital fraud racket that routed over Rs 5 crore through mule bank accounts. The accused, Debasis Kanti and Ranjan Kabat, supplied accounts to cybercriminals, with evidence seized including bank documents a
Charaideo police in Assam have successfully solved a major cyber fraud case involving Rs 7.9 lakh, arresting two individuals from West Bengal. The investigation highlights growing digital crime threats in the region.
Visakhapatnam residents lost over Rs 12 crore to cyber fraud in January 2026, with 22 FIRs registered. Digital arrest scams, online trading frauds, and APK scams were prominent, targeting vulnerable groups like senior citizens.
Rajkot Rural police uncovered a major cyberfraud operation involving Rs 380 crore routed through mule accounts over 18 months. Six individuals arrested, mastermind Aadiluddin and three others absconding.