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Gurgaon Police Arrest Man in International iPhone Fraud Gang
A 30-year-old man was arrested for his role in an international fraud gang that lured victims with promises of cheap iPhones. The gang targeted foreign nationals, particularly from Nepal, stealing cash and phones in hotel room scams.
Cyber Criminals Cheat Educated Couple: A Warning
An educated couple fell victim to sophisticated cyber fraud, losing money to online scammers. This incident highlights the growing threat of digital crime in India.
Delhi Senior Loses ₹96 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
An 80-year-old man from Delhi lost his life savings of ₹96 lakh in a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posing as CBI officials duped him via WhatsApp. Learn how to protect yourself from such frauds.
Pune Man Loses Rs46 Lakh in Dating App Investment Scam
A 43-year-old employee of a real estate developer in Pune lost Rs46.33 lakh to cyber fraudsters who lured him through a dating app with promises of high returns on commodity investments.
FIR against director for Rs 18.34 lakh share fraud in Mumbai
Kandivli police register an FIR against a company director for allegedly duping 15 people, including a senior citizen, of Rs 18.34 lakh in a fake share scheme. Read the full investigation details.
USSD & WhatsApp Rental Scams Surge in India: I4C Alert
I4C warns of USSD call-forwarding scams where fraudsters pose as delivery agents. Learn how to protect your OTPs and avoid WhatsApp rental frauds. Stay safe!
Rs 44.5 Lakh Scam in Hosapete: WhatsApp Fraud
Arogya Das from Hosapete's TB Dam area was duped of Rs 44.5 lakh in a fake investment scheme promising high returns. Police are investigating the online financial fraud. Read how the scam unfolded.
Elderly Delhi Couple Duped of Rs 14.85 Crore in Digital Arrest
An elderly couple in Delhi was held under a two-week 'digital arrest' by cyber fraudsters posing as officials, leading to a staggering loss of Rs 14.85 crore. Learn how this sophisticated scam unfolded and how to stay safe.
Wife of Ex-IPS Officer Duped of Rs 2.58 Crore in Cyber Fraud
In a major cyber fraud case, the wife of a former IPS officer was cheated of Rs 2.58 crore in an online investment scam. The fraud began with an unsolicited message promising huge stock market profits. Read the full investigation details.
Paldi Woman Loses Rs 32.8 Lakh in Cyber Loan Fraud
A 63-year-old accountant from Ahmedabad lost her life savings to cybercriminals posing as loan officials. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial tips to stay safe from online financial fraud.
Pune Man Loses Rs 17.43 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A 74-year-old retired official in Pune lost Rs 17.43 lakh to fraudsters posing as ATS officers from Jammu & Kashmir. Learn about the 'digital arrest' scam and how to stay safe.
Rs 2000 Cr Mid-Day Meal Scam Exposed in Rajasthan
Rajasthan ACB files FIR in a massive Rs 2000 crore mid-day meal scam during Covid. 21 officials & suppliers booked for fraud, forgery & tender manipulation. Read details.
Mysuru man loses Rs 1.8 crore in WhatsApp trading scam
A Mysuru man lost Rs 1.8 crore in a fake trading investment scam after a WhatsApp message. Learn how cybercrooks operate and how to protect yourself from such frauds.
ChatGPT Helps Bengaluru Senior Citizen Avoid Cyber Scam
A 77-year-old man in Bengaluru's Binnypet was saved from a financial scam after consulting ChatGPT. The AI chatbot flagged a fraudulent 'pre-IPO' offer, preventing significant losses. Read how AI is becoming a tool against cybercrime.
Ajmer Man Loses Rs 57 Lakh to CBI Impersonators
A retired official in Ajmer was digitally arrested for 13 days by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers, losing Rs 57 lakh. Learn about the scam and how to protect yourself from such threats.
All 16 Victims of Switzerland's New Year's Bar Fire Identified
Swiss authorities have identified the final 16 victims of the deadly New Year's Eve bar fire in St. Gallen. The tragedy claimed 16 lives, including 11 from Sri Lanka. Read the full details.
Chennai Cyber Police Return ₹26 Crore to Fraud Victims
Chennai's cybercrime police successfully traced, froze, and returned nearly ₹26 crore to victims of online scams in 2025. Learn how prompt reporting and swift action made this possible.
Haryana: Fresh Multi-Crore Property ID Scam in Sonipat Exposed
Haryana minister Vipul Goel flags a new property ID scam in Sonipat MC, suspending officials. This follows CM's probe into a Rs 1,500 crore work slip scam. Get the latest updates on the investigations.
Vasant Kunj seniors cheated of Rs 1.5 crore in cyber fraud
Two elderly relatives in Delhi were duped of over Rs 1.5 crore by scammers posing as financial advisors on WhatsApp. The fraud involved fake apps and promises of high returns. Read the full investigation.
Haryana's Rs 1,500 Cr Construction Worker Scam Probe
Haryana uncovers a massive Rs 1,500 crore scam involving fake construction worker registrations and work slips. CM Nayab Singh Saini orders probe after Minister Anil Vij flags irregularities. Details inside.
Elderly Kolkata Couple Loses Rs 65 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
A retired couple from Kolkata's Dum Dum lost nearly Rs 65 lakh in a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters posing as ED, CBI officers held them under virtual house arrest. Read the shocking details.
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.
Pune Retiree Loses Rs 1.07 Cr in Cyber Fraud, Then Gets Directed to Cops
A retired government officer in Pune lost his life savings of Rs 1.07 crore in a digital arrest scam. A month later, a second fraudster, realizing he was penniless, directed him to the cyber police station. Read the shocking details.
Doctor loses Rs 63 lakh to WhatsApp investment fraud
A 69-year-old Ahmedabad doctor lost Rs 63 lakh to cybercrooks promising high stock returns. Learn how the scam unfolded and the sections invoked. Protect yourself from such frauds.
Ahmedabad man cheated of Rs 13.6 lakh in flat scam
An Ahmedabad accountant alleges a Rs 13.6 lakh fraud in a flat purchase scheme. He was promised monthly payments and a flat but left paying a loan. Read the full story.
Red Fort blast victims demand higher compensation
Survivors of the Nov 10 Delhi blast near Red Fort say Rs 20,000 compensation is insufficient for medical bills & lost livelihoods. They urge govt review, citing past precedents.
Tamil composer GV Prakash loses Rs 20k to X scam
Tamil music composer GV Prakash Kumar lost Rs 20,000 to an emotional scam on X. The fraudster used a fake death story. Learn how to protect yourself from such social media fraud.
Mangaluru fraud: Ex-lecturer loses Rs 85.68 lakh
A former lecturer in Mangaluru was cheated of Rs 85.68 lakh in a share market investment scam. The fraudsters later demanded a 'service tax' to release his funds. Read the full story of this shocking financial fraud.
MBBS aspirant loses Rs 21 lakh in Kolkata medical seat scam
A 19-year-old from Agartala was allegedly cheated of Rs 21 lakh for a guaranteed seat at Calcutta National Medical College. The scam involved forged documents and fake officials. Read the full investigation.
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