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Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted in Delhi: 14 Arrested for Providing Mule Bank Accounts

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted in Delhi: 14 Arrested for Providing Mule Bank Accounts

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud syndicate involved in providing mule bank accounts, arresting 14 individuals across multiple locations. The syndicate allegedly supplied bank accounts, SIM cards, and ATM cards to fraudsters running fake investment schemes and online job scams, laundering the proceeds through these accounts.

Rajasthan Vet Student Arrested In Online Job Scam

Rajasthan Vet Student Arrested In Online Job Scam

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A 20-year-old veterinary sciences student has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an online work-from-home scam that defrauded job seekers with fake handwriting assignments.

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Pan-India Cyber Fraud Network Dismantled; 52 Arrested

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Hyderabad Police have dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud network, arresting 52 individuals across nine states in 'Operation Octopus 2.0'. The operation targeted bank officials, mule account holders, and middlemen involved in facilitating cyber frauds.

Delhi Man Held For Rs 2 Crore Cyber Fraud In Odisha

Delhi Man Held For Rs 2 Crore Cyber Fraud In Odisha

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Odisha CID arrests a man from New Delhi for allegedly duping a Bhubaneswar resident of over Rs 2 crore in a cyber fraud case.

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Multi-City Air Ticket Scam Busted: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Four individuals have been arrested for allegedly running a sophisticated cyber fraud operation, duping people with fake discounted air tickets across multiple cities. Police recovered a substantial amount of cash and luxury items from the accused.

Cyber Fraud Network Busted in Delhi; Three Arrested in Digital Arrest and Investment Scams

Cyber Fraud Network Busted in Delhi; Three Arrested in Digital Arrest and Investment Scams

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud network, arresting three individuals involved in digital arrest and investment scams that defrauded victims of over Rs 80 lakh.

Maharashtra trio arrested for extorting 23.42 lakh via 'digital arrest' threat

Maharashtra trio arrested for extorting 23.42 lakh via 'digital arrest' threat

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Three individuals, including a woman, have been arrested in Maharashtra's Beed district for allegedly defrauding a man of 23.42 lakh by threatening him with 'digital arrest'.

Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Three Arrested In Delhi

Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Three Arrested In Delhi

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals from Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh for allegedly providing mule bank accounts used to route over Rs 1.22 crore in proceeds from various cyber fraud schemes.

Delhi Man Arrested For Duping Resident In Online Car Fraud

Delhi Man Arrested For Duping Resident In Online Car Fraud

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly defrauding a resident of 2 lakh under the guise of selling a second-hand car online. The accused impersonated an employee of a reputable online car sale platform to gain the victim's trust.

Odisha Police Nab Suspect in Rs 12.33 Crore Online Investment Scam

Odisha Police Nab Suspect in Rs 12.33 Crore Online Investment Scam

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Odisha Police have arrested a man from West Bengal for his alleged involvement in an online investment fraud case involving Rs 12.33 crore.

ED Attaches Assets In Global Media App Fraud Case

ED Attaches Assets In Global Media App Fraud Case

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached properties worth Rs 1.06 crore in connection with the 'Global Media App' fraud, an online earning platform that allegedly generated over Rs 45 crore through illicit means.

Online Share Trading Scam Costs Pune Doctor 1.2 Million

Online Share Trading Scam Costs Pune Doctor 1.2 Million

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A 75-year-old doctor from Pune was defrauded of Rs 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam after being coerced into making multiple investments by fraudsters.

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Five Arrested

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted; Five Arrested

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested five individuals from Uttarakhand's Udham Singh Nagar for their involvement in an interstate cyber fraud racket. The syndicate supplied mule bank accounts to cyber criminals, routing cheated money from online investment and task-based scams.

Pune Doctor Duped of 12.31 Crore in Online Share Trading Fraud

Pune Doctor Duped of 12.31 Crore in Online Share Trading Fraud

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A 75-year-old doctor in Pune was defrauded of 12.31 crore in an online share trading scam after being coerced into making multiple investments by fraudsters.

ED Raids In Punjab: Money Laundering Probe Intensifies

ED Raids In Punjab: Money Laundering Probe Intensifies

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an alleged associate of an OSD in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe into a land fraud case.

Delhi Police Bust Fake Stock Investment Scheme, Two Arrested

Delhi Police Bust Fake Stock Investment Scheme, Two Arrested

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding a man of Rs 7 lakh through a fake stock investment scheme operated via a social media app. The accused lured victims with promises of high returns before siphoning off the funds.

Why Are Educated People Falling For Digital Arrest Scams?

Why Are Educated People Falling For Digital Arrest Scams?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Chief Justice of India expresses concern over the increasing number of digital arrest scams, highlighting a recent case where an elderly woman was defrauded of her retirement benefits.

Fake Investment Platform Busted: Delhi Police Arrests Three in Cyber Fraud Case

Fake Investment Platform Busted: Delhi Police Arrests Three in Cyber Fraud Case

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud operation that used a fake online investment platform to deceive victims, leading to the arrest of three individuals involved in the scheme.

Delhi Police Bust Investment Scam, Arrest Two

Delhi Police Bust Investment Scam, Arrest Two

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals involved in an investment scam where a local resident was cheated of Rs 1.60 lakh. The investigation has linked the accused to a broader cyber fraud network with transactions worth approximately Rs 68 lakh across multiple states.

HDFC Bank Must Refund Fraud Victim, Rules Bombay High Court

HDFC Bank Must Refund Fraud Victim, Rules Bombay High Court

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has directed HDFC Bank to refund Rs 38 lakh to a Pune businessman who lost the amount in a digital fraud, citing the account holder's lack of fault and RBI guidelines on customer protection.

Cyberfraudsters Dupe Thane Man of 1.56 Crore with 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Cyberfraudsters Dupe Thane Man of 1.56 Crore with 'Digital Arrest' Scam

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A 64-year-old man from Thane was allegedly defrauded of 1.56 crore by cybercriminals using a 'digital arrest' scam, involving forged documents and constant surveillance.

Mumbai Doctor Scammed Out of 10,000 by Cyber Criminals Impersonating Gas Company

Mumbai Doctor Scammed Out of 10,000 by Cyber Criminals Impersonating Gas Company

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 72-year-old doctor in Mumbai was defrauded of 10,000 by cyber criminals posing as Mahanagar Gas Limited personnel who tricked him into downloading a malicious file.

IIT Student Arrested for Aiding Cyber Fraud

IIT Student Arrested for Aiding Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Gurugram police arrested three men, including an IIT student, for allegedly working with foreign-based cyber fraudsters, providing bank accounts and handling transactions for a commission.

Nationwide Cyber Fraud Network Busted; 38 Arrested In Rajasthan

Nationwide Cyber Fraud Network Busted; 38 Arrested In Rajasthan

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Police in Rajasthan have arrested 38 individuals involved in a nationwide cyber fraud network, unearthing scams worth over Rs 10 crore under 'Operation Mule Hunt'. The accused operated from various locations, including Dubai, and lured victims through investment, trading, and escort service schemes.

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Five Arrested for Supplying Mule Bank Accounts

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Five Arrested for Supplying Mule Bank Accounts

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested five individuals for allegedly supplying mule bank accounts to cyber fraud syndicates with links to Dubai. The arrests follow a complaint regarding a stock market investment scam where the victim was duped of over Rs 12 lakh.

Man Nabbed for Duping Delhi Woman in Job Scam

Man Nabbed for Duping Delhi Woman in Job Scam

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man from Ghaziabad has been arrested for allegedly defrauding a Delhi woman of over Rs 1.51 lakh under the guise of a job application scam.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Fraud Allegations

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an alleged associate of a Punjab Aam Aadmi Party functionary, as part of a money laundering probe against two realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

ED Conducts Raids In Punjab Over Realty Fraud Case

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

ED Investigates Punjab Realty Groups Over Land Use Violations

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Punjab and Chandigarh, targeting realty groups and individuals linked to an official in the Chief Minister's Office, as part of a money laundering investigation into fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.

Man Held in Cyber Fraud Case Involving Senior Citizen

Man Held in Cyber Fraud Case Involving Senior Citizen

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Mumbai police have arrested a man from Gujarat for his alleged involvement in a cyber fraud case where a senior citizen was duped of Rs 2.25 crore after being threatened with arrest in a fake terrorism-related probe.

Mumbra Insurance Consultant Duped in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud

Mumbra Insurance Consultant Duped in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A 42-year-old insurance consultant from Mumbra, Thane, was allegedly defrauded of over 71 lakh by cyber criminals through a cryptocurrency investment scheme.

Rajasthan Police Issue Advisory on Digital Census Cyber Scams

Rajasthan Police Issue Advisory on Digital Census Cyber Scams

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have issued an advisory warning citizens about potential cyber fraud attempts disguised as part of the ongoing digital census. Scammers may use various methods, including fake calls, messages, and in-person visits, to steal personal and financial information.

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Massive Cyber Fraud Network Busted: 2,900 Mule Accounts Used

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Police in Belagavi, Karnataka, have uncovered a large cyber fraud network using 2,900 mule bank accounts to funnel fraudulent transactions. The fraudsters target unemployed youth and women with promises of easy commissions, persuading them to share or open bank accounts used for illegal fund transfers.

Sebi Alerts Investors to Fake STT Payment Demands

Sebi Alerts Investors to Fake STT Payment Demands

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Sebi cautions investors against fake notices demanding Securities Transaction Tax (STT) payments and warns about fraudsters posing as account handlers promising risk-free profits.

Kanpur Teacher Duped in Multi-Layered Cyber Fraud Impersonating Zuckerberg and Musk Associates

Kanpur Teacher Duped in Multi-Layered Cyber Fraud Impersonating Zuckerberg and Musk Associates

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A retired school teacher in Kanpur was allegedly defrauded of Rs 1.57 crore (approximately 150,000) in a sophisticated cyber scam involving impersonations of Mark Zuckerberg and associates of Elon Musk.

Maharashtra Man Duped of 28,000 in Sophisticated Online Scam

Maharashtra Man Duped of 28,000 in Sophisticated Online Scam

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A 64-year-old man from Thane, Maharashtra, was allegedly defrauded of nearly 28,000 in a digital arrest scam involving fraudulent WhatsApp calls and threats.

How Hyderabad Police Plan To Combat Cyber Fraud

How Hyderabad Police Plan To Combat Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar has proposed a Joint Working Group with the RBI and banks to address the issue of mule bank accounts used in cyber fraud. The proposal follows 'Operation Octopus,' which exposed vulnerabilities in KYC verification. Sajjanar also recommended strict directives for banks to fix accountability and adopt advanced technology to detect suspicious transactions.

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud operation that swindled a railway employee out of approximately Rs 60,000 under the guise of an online lottery. The investigation led to multiple arrests and uncovered a network using fake identities to open bank accounts for illicit transactions.

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Delhi: Three Arrested

Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Delhi: Three Arrested

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud racket that deceived individuals with false promises of overseas jobs and visa services, leading to the arrest of three suspects.

Mann urges President to terminate defector MPs; raises recall demand

Mann urges President to terminate defector MPs; raises recall demand

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann met with President Droupadi Murmu to request the termination of Rajya Sabha MPs from Punjab who defected to the BJP. Mann also advocated for a constitutional provision allowing voters to remove elected officials who fail to perform.