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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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Singapore’s fight against information warfare
A suspected Chinese run campaign was highlighted by The Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG)
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.
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