Cyber Crime Blogs

  GURUGRAM: Union Home Minister Amit Shah took the stage on Thursday at the two-day 'G20 Conference on Crime and Security in the Age of NFTs, Artificial Intelligence, and Metaverse' held in Gurugram, where he addressed the international community. Shah shed light on the concerning trend of technology being exploited by malicious actors and global forces to inflict economic and social harm upon citizens and governments worldwide. He emphasized the urgent need for united efforts and uniform laws among nations to effectively counter cyber threats. During the conference's inauguration, Shah acknowledged the positive aspects of technology, which have brought people, communities, and nations closer together. However, he also shed light on the darker side of technological advancements, where malevolent entities exploit technology for personal gain, often at the expense of others. Speaking to an audience of over 900 participants from G20 countries, nine special invitee countries, i

  Bhopal Tragedy: A Tale of Desperation and Loss In a deeply saddening turn of events, a family of four in Bhopal has chosen to end their lives, grappling with the harrowing consequences of cyber fraud and overwhelming financial strain. The heartbreaking incident unfolded as the husband and wife resorted to hanging themselves, while their innocent children, aged 8 and 3, were believed to have been poisoned. The weight of insurmountable debts and entanglement in an online scam scheme seemingly pushed them to this tragic decision. The couple, who were employed by a private insurance company, had taken out a loan that they found themselves unable to repay. Police authorities revealed that their dire financial circumstances compelled them to resort to extreme measures, culminating in this devastating outcome. To ascertain the precise cause and time of death, all four bodies have been sent for postmortem examination. Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber Blackmailer Couple Arrested in Pu

  The rise of cyber fraud cases in the country is a concerning trend, with criminals constantly adopting new methods to deceive unsuspecting individuals. Previously, fraudsters operated from a distance, but now they have found a way to intrude into people's homes. This revelation comes directly from Nithin Kamath, the billionaire businessman and co-founder of Zerodha. Kamath shared his experience of a scam involving the misuse of big company names like FedEx and Blue Dart, where fraudsters send couriers and then exploit fear to extract money. Also Read: Kashmiri Brother-in-Law could not show Kamal, and pressure on Nagpur police failed Kamath took to social media to disclose the incident involving his colleague. He tweeted, "There is a major scam going on in the name of Blue Dart, FedEx, and other courier companies, so please be cautious. My colleague received a call from an unknown person posing as a FedEx employee. The caller informed him that one of his parcels had been int

  In a shocking incident that has reverberated throughout Mumbai, a major cybercrime has unfolded, leaving the city in disbelief. Unidentified hackers have successfully breached the escrow bank account of a prominent Thane-based company, resulting in a staggering loss of approximately Rs 25 crore. Escrow accounts, typically managed by third parties, play a crucial role as temporary repositories during transactions between two parties. In this case, the Thane Cyber Cell, responsible for delving into such matters, has disclosed that the hackers exploited the payment gateway of the targeted company, gaining illicit access to its database. By manipulating the database, these cybercriminals significantly inflated wallet balances and utilized merchant credentials to log into the company's portal. Subsequently, they carried out multiple transactions, diverting funds to various bank accounts. An official from the Thane Cyber Cell stated, "Through their nefarious activities, the hacker

  As law enforcement agencies tighten their grip on cyber criminals, these criminals adapt their cheating tactics to stay one step ahead. They tailor their schemes to exploit your specific needs, offering enticing promises that lure you in. A recent case has emerged from Deoghar, where cyber criminals targeted numerous doctors, defrauding them of millions of rupees under the guise of Google Ads. The cyber thugs tricked these doctors into paying significant amounts of money to improve their Google ratings and promote their advertisements. Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber Blackmailer Couple Arrested in Pune for Extorting Money All the affected doctors promptly filed complaints at the local cyber police station. They provided comprehensive evidence, including phone numbers and screenshots of messages received from the fraudsters. According to the complaints, on June 12, individuals claiming to be Google representatives approached these doctors. They pitched the idea of showcasing

  Cybercrime cases in the country continue to persist, with no signs of abating. Previously, these unscrupulous criminals would simply deceive people, but now they are transforming their victims into unwitting culprits, all in the name of cryptocurrency. Their ulterior motive behind this ploy is to secure the ill-gotten gains. The modus operandi of these criminals involves targeting individuals who possess cryptocurrency. In India, individuals with cryptocurrency are obligated to pay approximately 30 percent tax on their profits to the central government. Exploiting this situation, the fraudsters make enticing promises to people, assuring them that if they sell their cryptocurrency, they will receive the entire sum. Trapped by the allure of quick money, people easily succumb to their schemes and proceed to transfer their cryptocurrency through peer-to-peer transactions. Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber Blackmailer Couple Arrested in Pune for Extorting Money In return, the crim

  Currently, the entire nation is grappling with a rising tide of cybercrime, and even hi-tech cities like Noida are not immune to its effects. The escalating instances of online fraud within the city have become a major headache for the local police administration. Day by day, cyber criminals are devising new methods to deceive unsuspecting individuals. A recent incident has shed light on a case originating from Noida Sector 20, where a person encountered difficulties while attempting to apply for a credit card. Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber Blackmailer Couple Arrested in Pune for Extorting Money Let us delve into the details of the incident. Mithilesh Kumar Jha, a resident of Sector-31 Nithari, filed a complaint with the police station in Noida Sector 20. In his statement, he explained that he had applied for a credit card online. However, after a few days, he received an unexpected call from an individual claiming that they were unable to verify his address. The caller in