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The Dubai cyber fraud hotspots that target Indians

The Dubai cyber fraud hotspots that target Indians

Police in Mumbai say their Dubai counterparts are not helping crack down on hubs run by Chinese entities, hampering them in their fight against cybercrime in India; one of the key locations identified by the Mumbai Cyber Cell is the Al Attar Business Center in Deira, Al Barsha, near Mushtaq Metro Station, Dubai

10 February,2025 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
Cyber fraudsters impersonate India Post, scam Mumbai CA of Rs 99,000

Cyber fraudsters impersonate India Post, scam Mumbai CA of Rs 99,000

A Mumbai-based chartered accountant fell victim to cyber fraudsters who posed as India Post officials and falsely claimed his parcel contained illegal items. The scammers ‘digitally arrested’ him, coercing him into transferring Rs 99,000 before he realised the fraud.

06 February,2025 12:08 PM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan
Loan agent arrested in Gujarat for Rs 17 lakh cyber fraud in Borivali

Loan agent arrested in Gujarat for Rs 17 lakh cyber fraud in Borivali

A 42-year-old loan agent from Gujarat has been arrested for defrauding a senior citizen from Borivali of Rs 17 lakh through a digital arrest scam. The accused allegedly used bank accounts obtained under false pretenses to launder the money.

04 February,2025 10:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan
Police dismantle inter-state cyber fraud racket in Pune, arrest 6

Police dismantle inter-state cyber fraud racket in Pune, arrest 6

The Pimpri Chinchwad Police have arrested six individuals involved in an inter-state cyber fraud racket, which provided bank accounts for international cybercrime activities. The investigation is ongoing.

29 January,2025 04:44 PM IST | Mumbai
Thane woman duped of Rs 13.54 lakh; police bust illegal call centre in UP

Thane woman duped of Rs 13.54 lakh; police bust illegal call centre in UP

A Thane woman lost Rs 13.54 lakh to a cyber fraudster posing as a US-based businessman on a matrimonial platform. Police uncovered an illegal call centre in Uttar Pradesh and arrested the mastermind after a dramatic highway chase.

20 January,2025 04:06 PM IST | Mumbai
From travel to health, know all about the special provisions at Mahakumbh 2025

From travel to health, know all about the special provisions at Mahakumbh 2025

Measures are being taken to facilitate convenience for visitors in terms of travel, infrastructure, health, security, sustainability, etc.

12 January,2025 07:22 PM IST | Prayagraj | mid-day online correspondent
Cyberattack hits Japan Airlines; flights delayed, ticket sales suspended

Cyberattack hits Japan Airlines; flights delayed, ticket sales suspended

The airline reported that the issues began at approximately 7:25 am, prompting it to suspend ticket sales for all domestic and international flights for the remainder of the day

26 December,2024 11:59 AM IST | Tokyo | mid-day online correspondent
Navi Mumbai man loses Rs 58 lakh in share investment fraud

Navi Mumbai man loses Rs 58 lakh in share investment fraud

A 60-year-old Navi Mumbai man was defrauded of Rs 58 lakh by cyber criminals who promised lucrative returns on share investments, using fake links and false claims of bank affiliation.

09 December,2024 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai
Thane: Man loses Rs 59 lakh to cyber scam involving fake Customs & CBI officials

Thane: Man loses Rs 59 lakh to cyber scam involving fake Customs & CBI officials

A 54-year-old man from Thane lost Rs 59 lakh after being coerced by scammers posing as customs and CBI officials, threatening him with false criminal charges

06 December,2024 01:40 PM IST | Mumbai
PM Modi expresses concern over threats emanating from digital frauds, cybercrime

PM Modi expresses concern over threats emanating from digital frauds, cybercrime

Addressing the concluding session of the 59th All India Conference of Director Generals/Inspector Generals of Police, the prime minister also called for the use of technology to reduce the workload of the police constabulary and suggested that the police station be made the focal point for resource allocation

01 December,2024 09:54 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTI

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