News for 'romance scam'

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Man Arrested for Duping Over 500 Women in Online Romance Scam

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding over 500 women across India of more than Rs 2 crore through fake social media and dating app profiles.

Kingpin Arrested in India for Trafficking Citizens to Myanmar Cyber Scam Operations

Kingpin Arrested in India for Trafficking Citizens to Myanmar Cyber Scam Operations

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The CBI has arrested an Indian national accused of trafficking citizens to cyber scam compounds in Myanmar, where they were forced to participate in cyber fraud.

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted: Two Arrested in Delhi

International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted: Two Arrested in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Two African nationals have been arrested in Delhi for their alleged involvement in an international cyber fraud racket that defrauded victims across multiple states of more than Rs 5 million.

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Pump up the adrenalin in an action packed OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists your options.

Dhurandhar 2 Arrives On OTT But You Can't Watch It Yet

Dhurandhar 2 Arrives On OTT But You Can't Watch It Yet

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Dhurandhar 2 is finally available on OTT. But with a caveat. But for those of you living in India, here are your options for this weekend watch.

Love is in the Air. And So Are Scams

Love is in the Air. And So Are Scams

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

While millions turn to dating apps, social media, and messaging platforms to find love, new McAfee India research reveals an alarming rise in AI-driven scams, fraudulent dating apps, and deepfake.

V-Day RomCom: Why 'Save The Money' Is The Real Scam

V-Day RomCom: Why 'Save The Money' Is The Real Scam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

You can compound money. You cannot compound being young and stupidly in love. So? 'Don't Play Small' this Valentine's Day

Look What Netflix Has Planned For 2026!

Look What Netflix Has Planned For 2026!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Sunny Deol. Akshaye Khanna. Anil Kapoor. Madhuri Dixit. Saif Ali Khan. Manoj Bajaypee. Netflix's 2026 slate packs a starry punch.

Lokah, Param Sundari, War Arrive On OTT

Lokah, Param Sundari, War Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

October looks bright with a lot of festive season releases on OTT.

Delhi man cons 700 women on dating apps using Brazilian model's pic

Delhi man cons 700 women on dating apps using Brazilian model's pic

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Bisht used the fake profiles to connect with women aged between 18 and 30 years on various onlione dating platforms.

Are You Dying For Sex?

Are You Dying For Sex?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Horrors of the mind and modern technology rock the OTT this week.

Hisaab Barabar Review: Sloppy Execution

Hisaab Barabar Review: Sloppy Execution

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

A superficial drama that never rises above its boring sentimentality, notes Mayur Sanap.

When A Wedding Night Goes Crazy!

When A Wedding Night Goes Crazy!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'This film is a wild and unpredictable ride.'

What To Watch On OTT This Week

What To Watch On OTT This Week

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Christmas romance, heists, thrillers, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

From old favourites to brand new attractions, Sukanya Verma lists all the excitement OTT has laid out in its action-packed menu this week.

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Netflix has announced a thrilling line-up for 2025.

The Women We Loved In 2024

The Women We Loved In 2024

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the top female performers of 2024.

South East Asia-based gangs behind surge in cybercrimes in India: Govt

South East Asia-based gangs behind surge in cybercrimes in India: Govt

Rediff.com23 May 2024

The senior IPS officer said that 45 percent of cyber financial frauds taking place in the country are originating from the South East Asia.

9 Signs You're Dating A Cheater

9 Signs You're Dating A Cheater

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Feeling forced or creeped out is not only a red flag, but a strong sign of possible deception. Trust your gut!

CTRL Review: Masterful Thriller

CTRL Review: Masterful Thriller

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Sukanya Verma recommends watching CTRL on a computer for an eerie, immersive, real-time experience.

'Worst Human Beings Are Those Who Prey On Kids'

'Worst Human Beings Are Those Who Prey On Kids'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Now I have understood that an actor needs to switch on and off between action and cut.' 'I take my characters only from the vanity van to vanity van.' 'When I put on the makeup and wear the costume, I'm in character.' 'The minute I remove the makeup and take off my costume, I am out of it.'

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

November Releases, Coming Up On OTT

November Releases, Coming Up On OTT

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Theatres may be high on Diwali celebrations, but OTT is having its private party too!

Can Abhishek pull off The Big Bull?

Can Abhishek pull off The Big Bull?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Perhaps because it was a film meant for the theatres, The Big Bull has romance and songs, notes Moumita Bhattacharya.

What Actors Are Watching On OTT

What Actors Are Watching On OTT

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Like all of us, Bollywood's favourite pastime is to catch up on the latest shows and films on OTT.

SRK, AB, Rekha Bond Over Bandage!

SRK, AB, Rekha Bond Over Bandage!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

But SRK's heavily bandaged look is making Sukanya Verma think about all the crazy, funny ways Bollywood has treated a means of dressing an injury.

The Big Bull review

The Big Bull review

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Abhishek Bachchan's sneering expression is ill-quipped to convey the confidence of a wheeler-dealer. Those frequent bouts of muahaha make it worse. So much worse, says Sukanya Verma.

Review: Noor is a mix of fluffy romance and flimsy drama

Review: Noor is a mix of fluffy romance and flimsy drama

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

When Noor engages in shallow activism for the heck of it, it rambles and drags, feels Sukanya Verma.

What's hot on the OTT menu?

What's hot on the OTT menu?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Affluence without conscience, haunted homes and heads, a big fat Punjabi wedding and more on OTT this week. Here are Sukanya Verma's 10 recommendations.

10 weeks, 10 releases

10 weeks, 10 releases

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the 10 releases that will keep the entertainment going till the end of 2020.

Why you must watch Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani today

Why you must watch Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani today

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

Twenty years ago, Aziz Mirza had the foresight to predict the great discord India would witness and revolt against, notes Sukanya Verma.

Review: Irudhi Suttru is not to be missed

Review: Irudhi Suttru is not to be missed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

Irudhi Suttru is an enjoyable sports drama that keeps you hooked throughout, writes S Saraswathi

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Aseem Chhabra watched some great films and some huge disappointments in 2020.

Yogi's defeat will have stunning effect on the BJP

Yogi's defeat will have stunning effect on the BJP

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

'For the BJP to lose this virtual pocket borough of the saffron brotherhood demonstrates how resolutely the people of Gorakhpur have turned against the party,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Akshay: Not doing films to break box office records

Akshay: Not doing films to break box office records

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

The Gabbar Is Back star gets candid.

VOTE: Who made the biggest impact in 2015?

VOTE: Who made the biggest impact in 2015?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Don't forget to make your pick for the newsmaker of 2015.

41 films, 101 awards, but this filmmaker has no takers

41 films, 101 awards, but this filmmaker has no takers

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Hyderabad-based Anshul Sinha is making hard hitting films on important social issues, but there are no takers.