Ex-Haryana DGP's WhatsApp Hacked, Money Scammed
Scammers hacked a former Haryana DGP's WhatsApp, impersonated him to defraud contacts. Police arrested one suspect and recovered stolen funds in Panchkula cyber crime case.
Category : Cybersecurity
Former Haryana DGP's WhatsApp Account Hacked
The WhatsApp account of former Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) has been compromised, raising serious cybersecurity concerns. Authorities are investigating the breach, which highlights vulnerabilities in digital communication for high-profile indi
Ahmedabad Professor Loses Rs 70 Lakh in Telegram Forex Scam
A 39-year-old assistant professor in Ahmedabad was cheated of over Rs 70 lakh in a forex trading scam via Telegram. Police investigate after he filed a complaint, revealing fake websites and fraudulent bank accounts.
Kolkata Police Probes Bank App Upgrade Frauds in Cyber Scams
Kolkata Police investigates a series of cyber frauds where scammers target bank account holders via fake app upgrades, resulting in significant financial losses for victims.
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Bengaluru Police Case Against X User for Derogatory Post
Bengaluru cyber crime police have registered a suo motu case against an X account holder for posting derogatory comments about Home Minister G Parameshwara, linked to a professor's alleged proposal to a student.
Belagavi Police Probe 390 Accounts in Rs 15.4 Crore Cyber Scam
Belagavi police are investigating 390 bank accounts to recover Rs 90 lakh frozen after an 81-year-old businessman lost Rs 15.4 crore in a digital arrest scam. The funds were siphoned through mule accounts across multiple banks.
Iran Hackers Breach FBI Director's Personal Email (30.03.2026)
Pro-Palestinian hackers linked to Iran infiltrated FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email, publishing photos, travel records, and financial information online in a psychological 'hack-and-leak' operation.
India Blocks Chinese CCTV Giants Under New Security Rules
Starting April 1, Chinese surveillance firms Hikvision and Dahua are barred from selling internet-connected CCTV cameras in India due to STQC certification denial. Indian brands now dominate 80% of the market, with CP Plus leading at 45-50% share, while c
Iran Hackers Breach FBI Director Email, Leak Private Data
Handala Hack Team, an Iran-linked pro-Palestinian group, claims to have hacked FBI Director Kash Patel's email, leaking personal photos and documents. This follows a recent cyberattack on medical device maker Stryker, highlighting the group's sophisticate
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Kash Patel Viral Storm: Hacking, Dancing Video, Misinformation
FBI Director Kash Patel faces a digital storm as Iranian hackers breach his email, sparking viral speculation about a dancing video. The truth reveals an old clip unrelated to the security breach.
Use India's Cybercrime Portal to Check Suspicious Contacts
Learn how to use India's official cybercrime portal to verify phone numbers, emails, and websites for scams. This guide provides steps to protect against fraud and identity theft in the digital age.
Pune CA Loses Rs 46.75 Lakh in Phone Discount Scam
A chartered accountant from Pune's Katraj area was defrauded of Rs 46.75 lakh while trying to buy a high-end phone at a discount. The Bharati Vidyapeeth police have registered a case after verifying his complaint.
Ahmedabad Man Loses Rs 26K in Telegram Stock Scam
A 35-year-old unemployed man in Ahmedabad lost nearly Rs 26,000 after being lured into a Telegram group promising stock market profits. Police have registered a case of online cheating.
Ahmedabad Man Loses Rs 22 Lakh in Fake Stock Trading Scam
A 35-year-old Vejalpur man was cheated of Rs 22 lakh after fraudsters lured him into a fake stock trading scheme through a messaging app group. The cybercrime police have registered a case.
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Hyderabad Man Loses ₹53 Lakh in 'Digital Arrest' Scam
A 72-year-old man in Hyderabad was scammed out of ₹53 lakh by fraudsters posing as central agency officials, using threats of arrest and fake documents in a 'digital arrest' scheme.
Kolkata Woman Loses Rs 16.5 Lakh in Bank Impersonation Fraud
A 63-year-old woman in Kolkata lost her entire life savings of Rs 16.5 lakh to fraudsters posing as bank officials who gained access through a deceptive mobile app installation scheme.
Mumbai Police Arrest Suspect in Online Resort Booking Fraud
Mumbai Police have arrested one person for allegedly duping a merchant navy officer of Rs 12,000 through a fake resort booking website. The incident occurred on January 2 when the victim tried to book accommodation in Karjat.
China's 'Ghost Driver' Scam Exploited Ride-Hailing Apps
In 2016, a disturbing scam emerged on Uber in China, where drivers used eerie profile photos to scare passengers into canceling rides, collecting fees without ever showing up. This scheme highlighted vulnerabilities in digital trust and platform security.
Goa Cybercrime Cases Jump 65% in 2025, Rs 100 Crore Lost
Goa witnessed a 65% increase in cybercrime cases in 2025, with 131 cases registered. Police recovered money in only 17 of 298 cases over three years, highlighting challenges in tackling fraud.
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Apple Lockdown Mode: Ultimate Security for High-Risk Users
Apple introduced Lockdown Mode in 2022 as an optional, extreme security setting for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Designed to protect journalists, activists, and officials from sophisticated cyberattacks, it restricts features to reduce attack surfaces. This ar
Bengaluru Engineer Loses Rs 18.7 Lakh in Dating App Scam
A 29-year-old software engineer in Bengaluru lost Rs 18.7 lakh after being deceived by a woman on a dating app who lured him into fraudulent online trading. Police have registered a case under IT Act and BNS Section 318.
Chandigarh Lawyer Impersonated in Identity Theft Scam
Cybercrime investigators probe a high-profile fraud case where a lawyer, son of a BJP leader, was impersonated on WhatsApp Business to solicit legal clients across India.
Trichy Man Loses Rs 10.9 Lakh in WhatsApp Job Scam
A 31-year-old employee in Trichy was defrauded of Rs 10.9 lakh by an online scammer posing as a Google reviewer recruiter on WhatsApp, leading to a cybercrime case under BNS and IT Act sections.
Bhopal Woman Loses ₹1 Lakh in Digital Banking Fraud
A woman in Bhopal was defrauded of ₹1 lakh by scammers posing as bank officials, who gained remote access to her phone and siphoned funds through UPI transactions.
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Dating App Extortion Racket Busted in Delhi, Five Held
Delhi Police have dismantled a dating app extortion racket, arresting five individuals who lured victims with fake profiles and then blackmailed them for money. The operation targeted users on platforms like Tinder and Bumble, exploiting personal data for
Kolkata Police Probe Rs 10 Crore Crypto Ponzi Scam
Bengal Police's cybercrime wing investigates a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme causing Rs 10 crore losses. Fraudsters used Bitcoin hype and USDT deposits with fake websites and MLM structures to lure victims.
Ahmedabad Man Loses Rs 76.85 Lakh in Stock Market Scam
A 45-year-old man in Ahmedabad was allegedly cheated of Rs 76.85 lakh by fraudsters posing as stock market advisors using fake apps and forged SEBI documents. Cybercrime police have registered a complaint and launched an investigation.
Bengaluru Techie Loses Rs 7.2 Lakh in Online Scam
A Bengaluru resident from Electronics City lost Rs 7.2 lakh after clicking a fraudulent traffic fine link. The incident highlights rising cybercrime threats in urban India.
Ahmedabad Cyberfraud Losses Hit Rs 134.45 Crore, 36% Recovered
Ahmedabad suffered Rs 134.45 crore in cyberfraud losses from Feb 2024 to Jan 2026, with 36% recovered. Surat lost Rs 66.93 crore. Police data reveals east-west divide and recovery efforts.
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Nagpur Woman Scammed of Rs 13 Lakh in ATS Digital Arrest Fraud
A 50-year-old naturopathy expert in Nagpur was defrauded of Rs 13 lakh by scammers posing as Maharashtra ATS officers, who claimed her phone was linked to terrorism and digitally arrested her.
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