CYBER CRIME ANALYSIS
Central cyber security agency warns banks, NBFCs of AI attacks; I4C reveals how hackers are executing multi-crore frauds
I4C has warned banks, NBFCs and fintech firms about AI-powered cyberattacks that enable hackers to execute fraudulent transactions at machine speed. The agency has flagged multi-crore unauthorised fund transfers, urged financial institutions to strengthen API security and directed them to report cyber incidents to CERT-In and RBI within six hours.
HDFC credit card holder lost Rs 1.39 lakh in an unauthorised transaction, bank says card details and OTP were used; court orders HDFC Bank to pay him Rs 1.75 lakh
An HDFC Bank credit card holder disputed a Rs 1,39,901 online transaction he said he had never authorised. HDFC Bank argued that card details and an OTP had been used and blamed the customer for sharing his details during an online scam. The Kakinada consumer commission found that the bank had failed to prove that the customer had authorised the transaction and ordered HDFC Bank to refund the amount with 9% interest, pay Rs 30,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 litigation costs.
TMC paid over 2X average rate for Carewell jet: ED
The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Trinamool Congress's aircraft charter payments. TMC paid substantially more per flying hour for an aircraft than other clients. This disparity was particularly pronounced in 2026, with rates over three times higher. The agency examined four years of aircraft operations and related financial transactions. The probe stems from a cyber crime police FIR and an ECIR under PMLA.
FATF issues global alert on money laundering and fraud risks in gaming, gambling; publishes new risk indicators
The FATF is alerting countries about criminal abuse in gaming and gambling sectors. Criminals use gambling platforms for money laundering and smurfing transactions. Technological innovation creates complex ecosystems for regulators and law enforcement. Illegal gambling markets rival legal ones, offering anonymity to criminals. New risk indicators help identify suspicious activity and disrupt criminal abuse.
Assam man with China links held for Rs 1,071 crore cyber fraud across 1,090 cases
Gujarat CID arrested a man from Assam for orchestrating 1,090 cybercrimes. These frauds amounted to over Rs 1,071 crore and involved China-based criminals. The accused masterminded transferring funds into numerous bank accounts across India. He then converted these illicit funds into cryptocurrencies for transfer to China. This arrest also helped prevent ten other digital arrest cases through counselling.
Unmasking digital syndicates: How public-private cooperation transforms cyber investigations in India
Indian law enforcement is leveraging blockchain transparency to combat financial crime effectively. Recent initiatives have focused on dismantling cyber fraud and narcotics trafficking syndicates. Collaborations with digital asset exchanges like Binance are crucial for gathering evidence and unraveling these criminal networks. This strategy is paving the way for a more secure digital asset environment that fosters innovation and safety.
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ED sends letters rogatory abroad, seeks info on foreign operatives
The Enforcement Directorate is investigating a sophisticated transnational cyber fraud network. This syndicate used mule bank accounts and shell entities for money laundering. Indian victims were defrauded through various online scams and investment schemes. Proceeds were laundered through overseas platforms and cryptocurrency transactions. The agency has sought information from foreign shores to identify culprits.
Operation Mule Hunt: Five held in Gujarat's Gir Somnath in Rs 310 crore cyber fraud case
Gir Somnath police have uncovered a massive cyber fraud network. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with suspicious transactions exceeding 310 crore rupees. These funds were moved through mule bank accounts. This operation, part of 'Operation Mule Hunt 2.0', aims to recover victim losses and curb illegal account rentals.
CBI arrests man in child sexual assault case from Aizawl
The CBI arrested an individual in Aizawl, Mizoram, for sexually assaulting a minor and possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). The arrest followed a CBI investigation initiated after identifying CSAM through international databases and cyber tipline reports. Forensic analysis revealed the assault, leading to the rescue of the victim who was threatened and exploited to create CSAM.
Indian entities may lose Rs 20,000 cr to cyber crimes in 2025: CloudSEK Report
Indian entities are projected to incur losses of Rs 20,000 crore due to cyber crimes in 2025, with Rs 9,000 crore resulting from brand name abuse alone. The banking and financial sectors are the most affected, facing losses of Rs 8,200 crore, followed by retail and e-commerce at Rs 5,800 crore.
At least 20% cybercrimes involve dark web usage by attackers: report
The study is based on a detailed analysis of several cases of cybercrime reported across the country, said Khushhal Kaushik, founder and CEO of Lisianthus Tech. The study was conducted on a sampling basis over a period of two months which concluded last week, he said.
Govt warns against a viral letter on watching porn: Here's what you should never do
Cyber Dost, under the home ministry, warned about a fraudulent letter claiming to be from the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre. The letter falsely accuses recipients of accessing child pornography and threatens legal action within 24 hours. The Times of India received a similar letter. Users are advised to remain calm and report any cyber crime.
Received letter claiming you are watching child porn from MHA? Here is the truth behind it
The Ministry of Home Affairs alerted the public about a fraudulent letter circulating online, falsely claiming to be from the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre. The letter accused recipients of engaging in child pornography. Authorities denied issuing such a letter and advised people to report any cyber crime to appropriate authorities, urging the public to remain calm.
Modi government committed to deal with cyber crime, says Home Minister Amit Shah
"In the last seven years, the work of setting up the infrastructure to deal with cyber crimes in the country has been completed fully up to the police post level," he said.
Govt asks people to register as cyber crime volunteers to check unlawful online content
Cyber Expert category volunteer will help deal with specific domains of cybercrime, forensics, network forensics, malware analysis, memory analysis and cryptography.
Cyber frauds: Delhi Police to hire forensic experts
These experts will be hired in the categories of forensic general, forensic digital, forensic accounting, forensic psychological, forensic chemical, biology and physics, they said.
CBI updates its crime manual after 15 years
As per available information, the updated crime manual has factored in the recent changes made by the Central government in the anti-corruption law which requires the CBI to take prior approval before investigating a government servant.
One cybercrime in India every 10 minutes
According to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), 27,482 cases of cybercrime were reported from January to June.
Legislation in works to protect privacy breach: Government
Govt is in the process of drafting a legislation that will provide protection to individuals in case their privacy is breached through unlawful means, which is at consultation stage at present," Chaudhary said.
Watchdog detects 39,730 cyber attack cases this year: Ravi Shankar Prasad
"As per current trends, the cyber attacks observed on networks/systems in Indian cyber space are observed to be directed from cyber space of different countries including Pakistan," Prasad said.
534 phishing incidents reported last year: CERT-In
As many as 534 phishing incidents were reported last year, of which 342 involved phishing websites hosted outside India, according to data provided by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In).
Maharashtra becomes leading state in online fraud and forgery cases
In the face of tall claims made by law-enforcement agencies, Maharashtra has earned the dubious distinction of leading other states in online fraud and forgery cases.
International laws governing cyber crimes need fresh look: CBI
The said programme has been conducted since 2010 for African nations under the aegis of the India-Africa forum summit.
Cyber crime increasing in Hyderabad, data shows
While the overall crime cases registered an increase of 10 per cent, from 19,110 last year to 21,035 this year, there was a sharp rise in rape cases.
National Security Council proposes public-private partnership for cyber-security
The National Security Council Secretariat is looking to get into public-private partnership to strengthen cyber-security and build an entire ecosystem.
More tools developed to crack cyber crimes
Law enforcing agencies are now armed with more software tools to fight cyber crimes with a premier centre claiming to have developed them.
IT act to be amended to help detection of cyber crimes
Centre plans to amend the Information Technology Act by incorporating provisions to treat as evidence in a court of law, cyber forensics devices and tools used for cracking cyber crimes.
Indian geeks rated good citizens in cyber city
The study shows that only 2.8% spam is relayed from India, whereas the US tops the chart at 19.8% followed by China at 7.5%.
Baits in cyber space for worms & viruses
A proposal to this effect is being considered by the DIT, which has signed MoUs with McAfee & Microsoft.
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