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Fraud Came To Light On April 24 When Karnataka Cyber Command Unit Was Alerted By Bank About Suspicious Transaction Attempts

Jamtara police have apprehended five individuals in simultaneous raids, dismantling a sophisticated cyber fraud network. The accused, operating from Mattand and Lokania villages, posed as bank and electricity officials to dupe victims by obtaining sensitive banking details and conducting fraudulent online transactions. Seized devices are under examination to uncover further accomplices and the extent of their illicit operations.

Police may also seek Red Corner or Blue Corner notices against foreign based cyber fraudsters, similar to action taken against gangsters and international criminals

Dhanbad police revealed a massive digital scam potentially affecting over 3.5 lakh individuals. Arrests have been made, with accused allegedly developing and distributing malicious APK files embedded in popular apps. These files granted cybercriminals remote access, enabling them to steal banking details and personal data, leading to significant financial losses. A central team is now assisting the investigation.

In a dramatic turn of events, Gaya cyber police have detained Rajendra Rao, known as Sardar, for making threats against Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi in a video that quickly gained traction online. The Patna native was located in Nalanda after extensive digital tracking.

Gonda cyber cell is intensifying its probe into an interstate cyber fraud racket, tracing more complainants and coordinating with police units across multiple states. The investigation follows the arrest of nine individuals involved in operating mule bank accounts used for online scams worth crores, with authorities freezing over Rs 14.87 crore in suspicious transactions.

Responding to TOI readers’ queries, Charu Sinha, DG, Women Safety says police have identified hotspots for eve teasing and stepped up surveillance to make Hyderabad safer for women. She also urges parents to be cautious about children’s online safety and report all forms of harassment

In a significant crackdown, Patna police have unraveled a complex cyber crime ring, apprehending two suspects who preyed on applicants of loan and welfare programs. The pair purportedly created bank accounts using the personal details of unsuspecting victims, pilfering essential documents to enable a range of online frauds, including investment scams and fraudulent gaming operations.

Forget Bollywood drama; India's intelligence recruitment is mostly through civil services, armed forces, and specialized exams. Agencies like RAW and IB focus on foreign and internal security respectively, with technical roles in cyber intelligence growing. Direct recruitment for positions like IB's ACIO exists, but many join via UPSC after gaining experience

Earlier, two other men were arrested in the case