HONEYTRAP ESPIONAGE
Between the chip and the slip: Honeytrap suspicions further sours ties between US and China
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang is being investigated for having an alleged affair with a potential Chinese intelligence agent. This individual reportedly sought to gather information about Nvidia's advanced technology. Nvidia's board has launched an independent probe to examine the allegations against Huang. US lawmakers are demanding a briefing on the matter amid heightened concerns over national security.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang scandal: Honeytrap ends honeymoon?
A lot of people stand exposed. Nvidia is roughly 8% of the S&P 500 — it sits in pension funds and index funds far beyond the US. Huang, at Nvidia’s helm since he founded it in 1993, has no heir in sight. The company’s directors are now investigating the one employee they would find hardest to replace, an awkward position for any board.
West Bengal STF arrests another suspected associate of Jaish operative Hamim Mondal from Howrah
West Bengal STF arrested another suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed operative associate in Howrah. The accused, Aditya Singh, was apprehended following leads from Mondal's interrogation. Investigators suspect Singh met Mondal online and was drawn into the alleged conspiracy. Singh allegedly photographed Minister Umesh Rai and his son for Mondal. The STF is investigating potential terror plots before Independence Day.
Bengal STF probes alleged Pakistan-backed honey-trap network
West Bengal STF is investigating a Pakistan-based espionage and honey-trap network. The probe involves an arrested woman and a suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed operative. They allegedly used encrypted messaging applications to contact handlers. The duo conspired to honey-trap a minister's son for extortion. Investigators are examining communication channels and potential wider networks.
China's Ministry of State Security warns 'spy turtles' are fishing for sea secrets
Foreign spies are fitting turtles and fish with sensors to create underwater maps of China's coastline, Beijing warned Friday in apparent reference to its Western competitors. The data collected would be used to create "underwater maps" that can "identify weak points in China's coastal defences, posing a serious threat to China's national security", according to the ministry.
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Epstein files reveal mentions of Vladimir Putin, intelligence allegations and contacts with Russia
Newly released Epstein case documents reveal alleged connections to high-level Russian figures, including President Putin, with over 1,000 mentions of him and 10,000 of Moscow. While emails suggest planned meetings, concrete evidence of formal Russian intelligence operations remains unverified. The files also touch on Epstein's alleged spy training and suspected front companies.
India’s internal security: Big shifts & rising spy ring threats
India's internal security faces evolving threats from sophisticated Pakistani espionage networks, underlined by recent arrests and the Pahalgam attack. The nation is also navigating the launch of a new counter-terrorism policy, the upcoming Census 2027, and the persistent challenges posed by left-wing extremism and organised crime syndicates with foreign backing.
Ex-Army man, woman held for sharing sensitive info with Pakistan spies
The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad has apprehended a retired Army officer and a woman. They are accused of providing sensitive military details to Pakistani intelligence. The retired officer allegedly shared troop movements and officer transfers. The woman reportedly used honeytrap tactics to gather information. Evidence includes international calls and financial transactions. Pakistani handlers operated from cities like Multan and Lahore.
How an Indian Navy personnel addicted to online gaming was honey-trapped by Pak's ‘Priya Sharma’ during Operation Sindoor
Vishal Yadav, a clerk at the Indian Navy’s dockyard directorate in Delhi, has been arrested for leaking classified military information to a Pakistani handler during Operation Sindoor. Rajasthan Police’s Intelligence Wing revealed he was honeytrapped online by a woman posing as ‘Priya Sharma’. Addicted to gaming and facing mounting debts, Yadav allegedly sent strategic data in exchange for cryptocurrency and bank transfers. Investigators uncovered chats and documents on his phone, confirming espionage. He remains in custody while officials probe deeper links.
14 ships, one mole: How a young engineer exposed Indian naval warships' locations to Pakistani operatives
A junior engineer from Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly leaking restricted information about 14 Indian Navy warships and submarines to Pakistani Intelligence Operatives. Ravi Verma, 27, reportedly shared the data through sketches, audio notes, and chats, after being honey-trapped online. Maharashtra ATS discovered detailed exchanges, including sensitive diagrams and a voice message, confirming Verma's direct knowledge and involvement. Investigations continue into a wider espionage network involving foreign handlers and possible blackmail.
Love & lies: Why seduction is the weapon of choice in spying
Recent incidents highlight the ISI's use of honeytraps, where individuals are seduced to extract sensitive information. Jyoti Malhotra's arrest for allegedly spying for Pakistan underscores this tactic. Historically, agencies like the KGB and Stasi have employed sexpionage, exploiting emotional vulnerabilities to compromise targets, showcasing its effectiveness as a potent spying tool.
How Pak spy 'Sejal Kapoor' scored 98 Indian targets
Jyoti Malhotra's arrest highlights ISI's honeytrap tactics. 'Sejal Kapoor' compromised many targets using a fake identity. She used malware to access officials' computers. A BrahMos engineer, Nishant Agarwal, was also a victim. He shared classified information with ISI. These incidents reveal a larger intelligence operation. ISI uses social media to trap individuals. This poses a significant security threat to India.
Jyoti Malhotra case not the first: In 2010, diplomat Madhuri Gupta was caught sharing secrets with Pakistan after a honeytrap
Jyoti Malhotra's arrest for allegedly sharing military secrets with Pakistan has sparked controversy. This case echoes the 2010 incident involving Madhuri Gupta. Gupta, a diplomat, was arrested for leaking defense information to Pakistani intelligence. She was reportedly manipulated by a Pakistani officer. Gupta was convicted under the Official Secrets Act and later died while appealing her conviction.
Police custody of former IAF official Ranjith KK extended
The dismissed Air Force official allegedly shared secret information with intelligence operatives suspected to be backed by Pakistan's ISI after being "honeytrapped".
Home Ministry alerts Defence Ministry about ISI's 'spy ring'
Home Ministry has alerted the Defence Ministry about an alleged spy ring being run by Pakistan's ISI, which is trying to use ex-servicemen in the garb of providing job opportunities.
Pakistani women fidayeen ready for terror strike in India: Intelligence agencies
The fidayeen belong to Jamat-ud-Dawah and erstwhile Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and have been hand-picked and trained by Pakistan’s ISI in camps of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Two spies leaked military info of Gujarat, Sir Creek for terrorist attacks, more Pakistan spy modules
The Pakistan High Commission staff has been let off, because of diplomatic immunity. The spies worked for a Pakistan ISI agent.
ISI bid to honeytrap three Indian officials in Islamabad foiled
Fortunately for India, the bid was foiled as authorities here got wind of the plot before any classified document could be passed on to ISI. The recalled officials, as of now, are not suspected of any wrongdoing and are helping in carrying forward the investigations. It’s unlikely though that they will be asked to serve in Pakistan again.
Why corporates prefer private investigator to cyber cops
Cyber crime investigations require the law enforcement to be nimble on their feet as well as technologically proficient but that is often not the case.
Sacked IAF officer sent to 14-day judicial custody
A sacked IAF official, arrested for allegedly sharing secret information with Pakistan's ISI, was today sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court after police said it does not require him for custodial interrogation.
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