cybercrime
Supreme Court Condemns Digital Arrest Scams Targeting Senior Citizens: A Growing Cybercrime Crisis in India
Oct 17, 2025 03:43 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has raised serious concerns about the rising phenomenon of "digital arrests" after fraudsters extorted Rs 1.05 crore from an elderly couple in Ambala by using forged court orders and impersonating government officials. Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi have called for coordinated action between central and state police to address this growing cybercrime trend that specifically targets senior citizens and undermines public trust in judicial institutions.
Woman Drugged and Blackmailed for 18 Months After Instagram Friendship Turned Criminal in UP
Oct 15, 2025 10:25 pm CST
A 27-year-old woman in Ballia was allegedly drugged, raped, and blackmailed for over 18 months by a man she met on Instagram. Police arrested 23-year-old Ashish Kumar who allegedly recorded illicit footage of the assault and used it to repeatedly victimize the woman by threatening to share it online. Authorities have filed charges under rape provisions and the Information Technology Act as the investigation continues.
Maharashtra Physician Loses Rs 7 Crore in Sophisticated 'Digital Arrest' Cybercrime Scheme
Oct 15, 2025 09:51 pm CST
A senior doctor in Maharashtra fell victim to an elaborate cybercrime operation, losing over Rs 7 crore after fraudsters impersonated law enforcement officials and judges who placed him under a fake "digital arrest." The perpetrators used counterfeit Supreme Court and Enforcement Directorate documents to intimidate the victim, threatening legal consequences and monitoring his movements until he transferred the funds to their accounts.
Supreme Court Justice Highlights Greater Digital Dangers Faced by Girl Children in India
Oct 13, 2025 01:03 am CST
Supreme Court Justice JB Pardiwala emphasizes that girl children face heightened vulnerability in cyberspace, calling for stronger legal protections and grassroots action. Speaking at a UNICEF India consultation, he stressed that effective change requires addressing gender bias at home first, noting that current investigative methods are inadequate for digital crimes targeting girls.
Student Arrested for Using AI to Create Pornographic Images of Female Classmates at IIIT Raipur
Oct 10, 2025 12:38 am CST
A 20-year-old B.Tech student from IIIT Naya Raipur was arrested for using artificial intelligence tools to digitally manipulate photographs of 36 female classmates into pornographic content. Authorities seized electronic devices containing over 1,000 images and videos, while the institute has formed a women's inquiry committee to oversee the case and prevent data breaches.
Celebrity Deepfakes Fuel Multi-Million Dollar Instagram Scam Operation in Brazil
Oct 04, 2025 01:01 pm CST
Brazilian authorities have uncovered a sophisticated scam operation using AI-generated deepfakes of supermodel Gisele Bundchen and other celebrities on Instagram, resulting in $3.9 million in fraudulent gains. The cybercrime operation marks one of Brazil's first major crackdowns on AI-powered celebrity impersonation scams, highlighting the growing threat of deepfake technology in digital fraud schemes.
Akshay Kumar Reveals Disturbing Cybercrime Incident Involving His 13-Year-Old Daughter During Online Gaming
Oct 03, 2025 09:27 pm CST
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar shared a concerning personal experience at Mumbai's Cyber Awareness Month 2025 event, revealing how his daughter was approached for inappropriate photos during online gaming. The incident highlights the growing digital threats facing children and Kumar's call for mandatory cyber education in schools to protect young users from online predators.
Pahalgam Attack Link, Fake Arrest Warrants: How 68-Year-Old Lost Rs 26 Lakh
Sep 23, 2025 08:50 pm CST
A senior citizen in Hyderabad was defrauded of Rs 26 lakh after he was tricked into believing that his name has been linked to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians had been killed.
"Hope My Story Serves As Warning": Ex-Banker Loses Rs 23 Crore In Digital Arrest
Sep 23, 2025 08:37 pm CST
A 78-year-old former banker who lost his life's savings, a whopping Rs 23 crore, to a fake "digital arrest," hopes his loss will serve as a warning to others.
India Elected Member Of Interpol Asian Committee At Conference In Singapore
Sep 20, 2025 12:29 am CST
India on Friday was elected as a member of the Interpol Asian Committee during the 25th Asian Regional Conference held in Singapore, officials said.