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Secretariat follows the cases: cybercrime busts, scam-compound takedowns, arrests, and enforcement actions, from Indian state cyber cells to the betting and trafficking networks of Southeast Asia.

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Natraj Pencil Packing Job Scam and Extortion Racket busted in Operation Mule Hunter by Rajasthan Police
Cybercrime Trends (News)3 May 2026

Natraj Pencil Packing Job Scam and Extortion Racket busted in Operation Mule Hunter by Rajasthan Police

Deeg District of Rajasthan is one of prominent hostpot of cybercrime in India. Strategic "Operation Mule Hunter" led to crackdown of multiple scamming modus operandi like Natraj Pencil Packing Job Scam, Sextortion, Old Coin and Impersonation Scam through Facebook / Google Ads

Official Press Release, Deeg, Rajasthan PoliceRead
How can Police use Artificial Intelligence AI for faster and better public service
AI Updates2 May 2026

How can Police use Artificial Intelligence AI for faster and better public service

52 Smart Ideas to Speed Up FIRs, Solve Crimes Faster, and Help Citizens 24/7 - Based on the CCTNS document

CCTNS-MHA document - Suggestion Prompt by AIRead
WhatsApp LERS Portal: Police & Government Data Request Guide
Law Enforcement Resources2 May 2026

WhatsApp LERS Portal: Police & Government Data Request Guide

The WhatsApp law enforcement (LERS) portal: the direct link, who can register, and how police file preservation, records and emergency disclosure requests.

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7 Bank Officials Arrested by Cyberabad Police
Cybercrime Trends (News)1 May 2026

7 Bank Officials Arrested by Cyberabad Police

Cyberabad Cyber Crimes Police launched Operation Crackdown and arrested 7 bank officials across 5 cases for colluding with fraudsters by bypassing KYC norms, falsifying documents, and opening mule accounts used in high value organized cyber financial crimes.

Official Press Release, CyberabadRead
Crackdown in State Bank of India's MSME Mule "Enterprise" Account by Ramgarh, UP Police
Cybercrime Trends (News)1 May 2026

Crackdown in State Bank of India's MSME Mule "Enterprise" Account by Ramgarh, UP Police

Suspicious transactions in State Bank of India account number 444616958956 triggered the action by UP Police through Samanvay Coordination Portal (pratimb) of I4C, Ministry of Home Affairs

Official Press Release, Office of the Superintendent of Police, RamgarhRead
Cambodia Cracks Down on Online Scams: Official List Names Dozens of Suspects, Mostly Foreigners
Global Trends30 Apr 2026

Cambodia Cracks Down on Online Scams: Official List Names Dozens of Suspects, Mostly Foreigners

In a bold move against the country’s notorious online fraud epidemic, Cambodian authorities have released an official notice listing dozens of individuals linked to “online scams.” The document, names – many Chinese, with a few from Nepal  – and warns the public about their alleged involvement in cyber fraud operations.

Official Press Release, CambodiaRead
Government of India warns on Frontier AI Driven Cyber Risks | Claude Mythos
Cybersecurity28 Apr 2026

Government of India warns on Frontier AI Driven Cyber Risks | Claude Mythos

This advisory details the escalating threat posed by frontier AI models capable of autonomous cyber attacks, including vulnerability discovery, exploit development, and multi-stage attack orchestration, while providing comprehensive defense strategies for organizations, MSMEs, and individuals.

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Rising crypto drainer scams targeting Trust wallet users : Warns I4C, Ministry of Home Affairs, India
Cybersecurity27 Apr 2026

Rising crypto drainer scams targeting Trust wallet users : Warns I4C, Ministry of Home Affairs, India

The National Cybercrime Threat Analytics Unit has issued an advisory regarding a rise in cryptocurrency frauds targeting Trust Wallet users, where attackers use social engineering and fake verification sites to drain digital assets.

Official Threat AdvisoryRead
Singapore’s fight against information warfare
Global Trends27 Apr 2026

Singapore’s fight against information warfare

A suspected Chinese run campaign was highlighted by The Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG)

Official Press Release, Government of Singapore - Home MinistryRead
Sridhar Vembu's Open letter to Indians in America.
Global Trends27 Apr 2026

Sridhar Vembu's Open letter to Indians in America.

A tweet, intended to bring talent back home

India Tightens the Screws on Organised Cybercrime: MCOCA Invoked Against SE Asia linked Investment Scam Gang
Cybercrime Trends (News)23 Apr 2026

India Tightens the Screws on Organised Cybercrime: MCOCA Invoked Against SE Asia linked Investment Scam Gang

The Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act, 1999 was the first state law in India aimed specifically at organised crime. Originally enacted to tackle the Mumbai underworld, it came into force on 24 February 1999 and today extends to the State of Maharashtra and the National Capital Territory of Delhi.

Official Press Release, Pimpri Chinchwad Police CommissionerateRead
10,000 Fake SIM Cards: Inside CBI's Crackdown on India's Cybercrime Supply Chain
Global Trends21 Apr 2026

10,000 Fake SIM Cards: Inside CBI's Crackdown on India's Cybercrime Supply Chain

A single accused. Multiple bank accounts. Approximately ₹67 lakh in transactions. And an estimated 10,000 illegally procured SIM cards feeding a sprawling cybercrime network across India - industrialised SIM card abuse crackdown

Official Press Release, Central Bureau of InvestigationRead