Doctor loses Rs 2.5 crore in WhatsApp stock fraud
A Vizag doctor lost Rs 2.5 crore in a sophisticated WhatsApp stock scam. Cybercrime police warn against online investment frauds. Learn how to protect yourself.
A Vizag doctor lost Rs 2.5 crore in a sophisticated WhatsApp stock scam. Cybercrime police warn against online investment frauds. Learn how to protect yourself.
Cybercrime police in Lucknow arrest four, including a journalist, in a digital arrest fraud case. A retired officer lost Rs 54.6 lakh to scammers posing as NIA, ATS. Mastermind operates from Thailand.
A 68-year-old retired banker in Lucknow was swindled of his life savings of Rs 2.75 crore in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam. Police are investigating the inter-state cybercrime syndicate. Read how the fraud unfolded.
Punjab is building its first 7D auditorium in Sunam, Sangrur, as part of a ₹21.17 crore memorial project for Shaheed Udham Singh. Discover how immersive tech will bring his legacy to life.
Major Punjab labour unions announce sit-in at CM Bhagwant Mann's Sangrur residence on January 27, demanding immediate release of arrested ZPSC president Mukesh Malaud. Details inside.
An elderly man in Ambedkarnagar was kept under 'digital arrest' for 8 days by cyber fraudsters posing as police, who cheated him of Rs 10 lakh. Read how the scam unfolded and learn to stay safe.
A fashion designer and his sister, a music graduate, arrested for aiding a digital investment scam that duped a Surat engineer of Rs 70 lakh. Police uncover network recharging 435 scam SIMs. #CyberCrime #Surat
Sangrur police investigate a viral AI-generated image mocking the state government. Officials confirm it's a hoax as a major Rs 1.06-crore infrastructure project gets underway. Learn about the crackdown on digital misinformation.
A sophisticated fake job racket in Visakhapatnam defrauded over 20 people of more than ₹54 lakh by posing as a reputed construction firm. Police warn against offers that seem too good to be true. Report scams on 1930.
Haryana Police ranks #1 in India for blocking cyber fraud money, recovering 36% of scammed amounts. DGP Ajay Singhal outlines a tech-driven vision for 2026 to further secure citizens.
A Surat embroidery worker lost Rs 2.53 lakh after downloading a fake marriage invitation APK file sent via WhatsApp. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Belagavi police's major international cyberfraud bust hits a wall. All 33 suspects secure bail, flee, and a court stay halts probe. Details on the scam targeting Americans and police lapses inside.
Eight individuals in Visakhapatnam lost over ₹3.5 crore to sophisticated online stock market frauds. Police warn against social media investment schemes. Read the full story for details and safety tips.
Eight victims in Visakhapatnam report losing over Rs 3.5 crore to fake stock trading platforms promoted via social media. Police warn against online investment schemes.
Punjab Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal distributed Rs 3.72 crore housing grants in Moonak and launched a Rs 32.8 lakh flood control project on the Ghaggar river. Read about the state's initiatives for farmers and underprivileged families.
Mumbai's 1930 cyber helpline blocked Rs 202 crore of fraud funds in 2025, helping citizens recover money. Learn how this 24/7 service works and why reporting quickly is crucial.
PGIMER Chandigarh operationalises its Hospital Information System at the Sangrur Satellite Centre from Jan 1, 2026, digitising core services. Director Prof Vivek Lal confirms the model will be replicated at the main campus.
Punjab Minister Aman Arora inaugurated development projects worth Rs 54.40 crore in Sunam, including the renovation of Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Memorial. He also urged the Centre to bring back the martyr's relics from Britain.
PGI Chandigarh operationalises its Hospital Information System at the Sangrur satellite centre, enhancing digital healthcare services in Punjab. Learn about the new features and benefits.
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrests Sangrur tehsildar Jagtar Singh for accepting a ₹30,000 bribe for land registry. ₹1.45 lakh recovered. Read the full details of the corruption case.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema inaugurates Rs 1.61 crore canal lining in Dharmgarh, bringing over 400 acres under irrigation. Project to cut farmer costs, boost soil health.
A Chandkheda-based trader lost Rs 25 lakh to cyber fraudsters posing as a forex expert on Telegram. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial tips to stay safe from such online investment frauds.
A victim in Mangaluru was cheated of Rs 51.8 lakh in a sophisticated stock investment scam run via WhatsApp and a fake app. Police have registered a case. Learn how to spot such cyber fraud.
A Surat textile trader was defrauded of Rs 29 lakh after cybercriminals sent a malicious APK file disguised as a GST requirement. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar cyber fraud.
Gujarat, with over 1 crore investors, faces a surge in cyber fraud. Investment scams lead to massive losses. Learn about the top fraud categories and how to stay safe.
In 2025, Gujarat's cybercrime helpline received 1.61 lakh complaints, with fake identity, OTP, and online shopping frauds making up nearly half. Total losses estimated at nearly Rs 994 crore. Read the full report.
A Mumbai woman was cheated of ₹3.75 crore in a sophisticated online fraud where scammers impersonated Supreme Court Justice DY Chandrachud. The cybercrime involved fake virtual court hearings.
Gurgaon's cyber fraud losses fell from Rs 387.96 crore in 2024 to Rs 281.99 crore in 2025. Police credit enhanced surveillance and public awareness. Learn how to protect yourself.
A Gandhinagar doctor lost Rs 19.3 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam. Gujarat sees nearly 500 such complaints in 2025, with total losses nearing Rs 77 crore. Learn how to protect yourself.
India faces a cybercrime surge with Rs 23,000 crore lost in 2024. CBI launches a national probe into digital arrests and transnational scams. Learn about the threats and new countermeasures.