fraud prevention
Alert: Rajasthan Police Warns of Fake Officers Using Bomb Scare Tactics in New Cyber Fraud Scheme
Nov 13, 2025 04:53 pm CST
Rajasthan Police has issued an urgent warning about a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme where criminals impersonate police officers and reference recent incidents like the Delhi car blast to extort money and personal information from citizens. Authorities advise the public to remain vigilant, avoid sharing sensitive details, and report suspicious contacts immediately to prevent falling victim to these elaborate scams.
Digital Fraud Incidents Rising Since July: RBI Deputy Governor Highlights Banking Sector Challenges
Nov 07, 2025 10:11 pm CST
RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar reports an uptick in digital fraud incidents since July after a period of decline, urging banks to modernize core infrastructure to compete with fintechs. The report details shifting fraud patterns, banking vulnerabilities, and the potential impact of digital currencies on traditional banking models.
India's Official Caller ID System: How CNAP Will Display Verified Caller Names Without Internet
Oct 30, 2025 07:16 pm CST
India is launching CNAP (Calling Name Presentation), a government-backed caller ID system that displays verified caller names directly from telecom records without requiring internet connectivity. This TRAI-approved system will help users identify callers and prevent fraud, with telecom operators now preparing databases to link phone numbers with verified identities.
Mumbai Cyber Police Arrest Two in Rs 50 Lakh Digital Arrest Scam Targeting Senior Citizens
Oct 29, 2025 08:40 pm CST
Mumbai Cyber Police have arrested two individuals involved in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam that defrauded senior citizens of Rs 50 lakh. The criminals posed as police officials, created fake documents, and kept victims on video calls for days while extorting money. Authorities warn citizens that digital arrests have no legal basis in India and provide essential safety guidelines to avoid such scams.
Karnataka BJP MP's Wife Loses Rs 14 Lakh Via 'Digital Arrest', Money Recovered
Sep 23, 2025 08:10 pm CST
In a swift operation, the Bengaluru police have recovered Rs 14 lakh, which BJP Chikkaballapura MP K Sudhakar's wife Preeti had lost in a cyber fraud through 'digital arrest'.