Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 49 people from 15 states in connection with 25 cybercrime cases during July and facilitated refunds of Rs 98.89 lakh. Trading fraud caused the highest losses, while cyber patrol teams also removed 128 fraudulent social media profiles.
The Supreme Court directed the RBI to issue an SOP within four weeks for handling mule accounts linked to cyber frauds, while ordering states, banks and agencies to strengthen grievance redressal, money restoration, e-Zero FIR implementation and public awareness against digital arrest scams
Cybersecurity agencies and police have warned users about malware hidden inside JPEG image files and fake wedding invitation scams on WhatsApp. Officials said cybercriminals are using malicious APK files and infected images to steal banking information, passwords and personal data from unsuspecting victims.
The Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police solved six cybercrime cases in a week-long operation, arresting six offenders involved in investment, loan app, and part-time job frauds.
The latest figure is a staggering increase of nearly 206 per cent from the previous year, says Minister of State for Home Affairs, citing NCRP and CFCFRMS data
Cyber fraudsters in Hyderabad pose as insurance reps, targeting citizens with fake policy renewal scams via calls and emails. They create urgency, tricking victims into payments or sharing details. Verify directly with insurers
