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A senior doctor in Hyderabad narrowly avoided falling prey to a ‘digital arrest’ scam after fraudsters posing as police officers tried to intimidate him via video call. His assistant alerted the family, who contacted the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, preventing financial loss.
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Andhra Pradesh Police arrested 14 members of a Cambodia-linked cyber fraud syndicate that cheated a 75-year-old Bhimavaram resident of Rs 78.6 lakh through a fake digital arrest scam. Officials recovered Rs 42 lakh and seized phones, passports and digital evidence
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A 62-year-old man from Gandhinagar lost Rs 1.3 lakh after sharing an OTP with fraudsters posing as Amazon executives. Police warn against using Google-searched numbers and urge citizens to report cyber scams immediately via official channels
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Hyderabad Police have added Foreigners Act sections against iBomma founder Ravi, who is accused of causing huge losses to the Telugu film industry. Investigators are probing his citizenship status, bank transactions, crypto fund transfers and global links behind the piracy network.
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The Enforcement Directorate has launched system-generated summons featuring QR codes and unique passcodes to curb fraudsters circulating fake notices. Citizens are urged to verify ED summons online and stay alert to avoid falling prey to digital arrest scams
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The arrest of iBomma founder Ravi has triggered unexpected social media support, with users praising him for making films accessible and criticising high ticket and OTT prices. While many debate industry practices, Cybercrime officials warn such support could normalise piracy.
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After the arrest of iBomma founder Ravi, senior IPS officer C V Anand warned that cybercrime and piracy will continue to evolve. He said arrests don’t end such offences and stressed the need for public awareness, digital security and avoiding quick-money temptations
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Actor Nagarjuna revealed a family member was targeted in a “digital arrest” cyber scam, urging the public to remain vigilant. Hyderabad Police, led by Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar, arrested the i-Bomma website operator amid rising cybercrime concerns.
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It is estimated that the Indian cinema industry is facing a loss of at least Rs 22,000 crore a year due to movie piracy
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Cyber impersonators are increasingly targeting senior officials in Hyderabad, including police commissioners, IAS and IPS officers. Fraudsters have been sending messages using officials’ display pictures and demanding small amounts of money under the guise of emergencies.
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West Bengal Police’s cybercrime wing uncovered a ₹317-crore online fraud involving 148 shell companies and businessman Pawan Ruia. Raids at his residence and offices revealed funds diverted through fake firms, with ₹170 crore allegedly converted into cryptocurrency to evade detection
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Gujarat police arrested Surat resident Chetan Gangani for assisting cybercriminals in transferring Rs 10 crore to a Pakistan-based USDT wallet. Part of a wider crackdown on mule accounts, the probe revealed links to over Rs 200 crore laundered to Dubai-based fraudsters.
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A Hyderabad pensioner narrowly escaped losing his life savings after falling prey to a fake Punjab National Bank helpline scam. Cybercrime Police swiftly intervened, blocking ₹5 lakh of the stolen ₹10 lakh, and warned citizens against installing fake APK files
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India repatriated 270 nationals from Thailand after they fled a cyber scam hub in Myanmar’s Myawaddy following a crackdown. The Indian Air Force operated two flights from Mae Sot, while more repatriations are expected as authorities probe the scam network
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The Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit warned citizens against rising online trading scams run via Telegram and WhatsApp. Fraudsters lure victims with false profit dashboards and demand repeated processing fees. Police urged investors to verify platforms and report scams to 1930.
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The Hyderabad Police have issued a public alert following a surge in fraudulent loan schemes. Between 2023 and 2025, 25 such cases were registered, with scammers impersonating financial institutions to extract personal data and fees from victims.
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The Hyderabad Police have issued an advisory warning citizens against ‘digital arrest’ scams. Fraudsters posing as police or government officials extort money by threatening victims with fake cases. Officials urged the public to stay alert and report such incidents immediately.
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South Korean police have sought arrest warrants for 59 of 64 suspects repatriated from Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams. The suspects were part of investigations into romance and voice phishing scams across multiple provinces, officials said
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With Diwali shopping in full swing, Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warn citizens about rising online scams involving fake shopping links, malicious apps, and phishing messages. Officials urge people to stay alert, avoid unverified links, and report any suspicious activity immediately
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A 36-year-old man from Yousufguda lost Rs 1.9 lakh after installing a fake BigBasket app sent by cyber fraudsters posing as customer care staff. Police said the scammers diverted his calls to intercept banking messages and steal funds
