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Mumbai: The digital wall blocking cyber cops

Mumbai: The digital wall blocking cyber cops

Officers say poor recovery of funds in online frauds is largely due to routing of money through multiple accounts in a matter of minutes

14 November,2024 09:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
Are you protected from cyber fraud? Here’s how to stay safe

Are you protected from cyber fraud? Here’s how to stay safe

With cyber fraud cases soaring in Mumbai, the Cyber Cell shares vital tips to protect yourself from online scams. Are you prepared to defend your personal information?

13 November,2024 12:44 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai cyber police zero in on biggest digital scams, all you need to know

Mumbai cyber police zero in on biggest digital scams, all you need to know

Mumbai’s cyber police are intensifying their efforts to tackle rising online scams like stock market fraud and fake arrests, training officers and collaborating with tech platforms to safeguard citizens from digital threats.

13 November,2024 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai
Jamtara is passé: Rajasthan is new cybercrime hub

Jamtara is passé: Rajasthan is new cybercrime hub

With cyber fraud activities rising in Rajasthan, law enforcement faces increased resistance in arresting suspects, as entire villages are reportedly involved. Police reveal how villages like Bharatpur and cities like Jodhpur and Jaipur are operating as centers of online fraud, utilizing mule accounts and evading capture with local support

11 November,2024 11:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva Agashe
FIR against websites for selling Lawrence Bishnoi, Dawood Ibrahim T-shirts

FIR against websites for selling Lawrence Bishnoi, Dawood Ibrahim T-shirts

The police said that FIR was registered against online marketplaces after the discovery of merchandise that promotes criminal figures

07 November,2024 05:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
Woman loses Rs 12 lakh in cyber fraud; four booked by Navi Mumbai Police

Woman loses Rs 12 lakh in cyber fraud; four booked by Navi Mumbai Police

The accused contacted the 33-year-old victim multiple times, falsely claiming to be representatives of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). They said she faces several charges like money laundering, human trafficking, illegal advertisements and public harassment, an official said

29 October,2024 05:20 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
MHA issues advisory to create 'Special Wing of Cyber Commandos' in all states

MHA issues advisory to create 'Special Wing of Cyber Commandos' in all states

The decision has been taken by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) after witnessing growing cyber threats and to enhance cyber defence capabilities

23 October,2024 06:34 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Mobile technician held in share trading fraud

Mobile technician held in share trading fraud

The suspect is accused of allegedly providing a bank account to a fraudster in exchange for a month’s supply of ration, an official said

22 October,2024 11:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan
Cyber fraud racket operating from shop in Palghar busted, two held

Cyber fraud racket operating from shop in Palghar busted, two held

Nine youngsters were found to be working in the shop rented by two men and the police recovered over 50 debit cards, 18 mobile phones, 17 chequebooks, 15 SIM cards, 8 Aadhaar cards and many other documents from the duo, an official said

19 October,2024 04:23 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
Ayushmann Khurrana partners with Meta to spread awareness against online scams

Ayushmann Khurrana partners with Meta to spread awareness against online scams

Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana stars in Meta's safety campaign ‘Scams se Bacho’ to educate people on how to stay safe from online scams

16 October,2024 02:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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