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How ChatGPT Aided Fake IPL Ticket Scam In Lucknow

How ChatGPT Aided Fake IPL Ticket Scam In Lucknow

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Police in Lucknow have arrested four people for allegedly using ChatGPT and graphic design software to create and sell fake IPL tickets outside the Ekana Stadium.

Kerala Man Arrested in Connection with Rs 4.5 Million Investment Scam

Kerala Man Arrested in Connection with Rs 4.5 Million Investment Scam

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a key accused from Kerala in connection with an interstate investment fraud case involving over Rs 4.5 million. The accused, Jamsheed K, is alleged to have been a 'money handler' in the fraud network.

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring

How Delhi Police Busted An Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate, arresting 14 individuals allegedly involved in fraudulent transactions exceeding Rs 8 crore. The accused targeted job seekers with fake work-from-home opportunities via social media and job portals.

Exodus continues from AIADMK, 3 former ministers join Vijay's TVK

Exodus continues from AIADMK, 3 former ministers join Vijay's TVK

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Three former AIADMK ministers, Dr C Vijayabaskar, M R Vijayabaskar, and M S M Anandan, along with their supporters, have joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), prompting the DMK to label the move as 'washing machine' politics, referencing allegations of corruption against the defectors.

West Bengal's 'Cut-Money' Scandal: TMC Leader Hides From Angry Mob

West Bengal's 'Cut-Money' Scandal: TMC Leader Hides From Angry Mob

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya shared a video purportedly showing a TMC leader hiding from an angry crowd over alleged 'cut-money' extortion in West Bengal. The incident highlights growing public anger and demands for the return of money taken from beneficiaries of government schemes, with the TMC leadership denying involvement.

Uttar Pradesh STF Exposes Multi-Crore Investment Scams

Uttar Pradesh STF Exposes Multi-Crore Investment Scams

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has dismantled two significant fraud operations involving crores of rupees in fraudulent share market, cryptocurrency, and forex schemes, leading to multiple arrests and uncovering a vast network of deceit.

Delhi Police Busts Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring Linked To Cambodia

Delhi Police Busts Interstate Cyber Fraud Ring Linked To Cambodia

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate with links to foreign operators in Cambodia, arresting eight individuals involved in an online investment scam. The accused, including those with advanced educational qualifications, allegedly defrauded a complainant of Rs 24 lakh through a fake online trading platform.

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

WhatsApp Is Changing. Are You Safe?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

WhatsApp is finally letting you hide your phone number behind a custom username. While it's a massive win for privacy, cybersecurity experts warn it could unleash a wave of identity scams. Here is what you need to know.

Can Cong Stop BJP's Constitutional Push?

Can Cong Stop BJP's Constitutional Push?

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Our leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, are in touch with all Opposition parties, including the DMK and the AAP.'

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.

India ranked 2nd in cyber attacks through social media in 2014

India ranked 2nd in cyber attacks through social media in 2014

Rediff.com23 Apr 2015

Symantec report says India saw 6% of social media scams globally in 2014

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.

'Social media can do wonders'

'Social media can do wonders'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

'Social media has the ability of reconnecting you with loved ones that you may have lost touch with, of reuniting families after decades of separation.'

Rajesh Exports dismisses 'speculative' claims of inflated revenue, LIC share placement

Rajesh Exports dismisses 'speculative' claims of inflated revenue, LIC share placement

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Rajesh Exports has vehemently denied allegations of inflated revenues and preferential share placement to LIC, labelling them 'speculative inferences' and affirming its commitment to addressing concerns raised by Sebi.

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Two Arrested For Duping Delhi Tour Operator With Fake Currency

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly defrauding a tour operator of Rs 1 lakh using fake currency notes under the guise of a currency exchange scheme.

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

US shuts India-based call centre defrauding elderly Americans

Rediff.com21 May 2026

US authorities have shut down an India-based call centre operation that allegedly defrauded hundreds of elderly Americans of millions of dollars through tech support scams, following a years-long investigation.

How Delhi Police Busted Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicates

How Delhi Police Busted Interstate Cyber Fraud Syndicates

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Delhi Police dismantled multiple interstate cyber fraud syndicates in a month-long operation, arresting 35 and bringing 89 offenders to justice. The syndicates were involved in various scams, including digital arrest, investment fraud, and fake dating schemes, with transactions worth nearly Rs 40 crore.

Delhi Police Nab Two in Cyber Investment Fraud Cases Involving Over Rs 74 Lakh

Delhi Police Nab Two in Cyber Investment Fraud Cases Involving Over Rs 74 Lakh

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men in connection with separate cyber investment fraud cases involving over Rs 74 lakh. The accused were involved in luring victims into investing in fake stock trading and IPO platforms.

Jeweller Robbed In Beed After Dubai Gold Biscuit Promise

Jeweller Robbed In Beed After Dubai Gold Biscuit Promise

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A jeweller in Beed district was allegedly assaulted and robbed of Rs 3 lakh by fraudsters who promised to sell him gold biscuits smuggled from Dubai. Two suspects were arrested after their motorcycle crashed during their escape, while others remain at large.

Fake Overseas Job Racket Busted in Noida, Two Arrested

Fake Overseas Job Racket Busted in Noida, Two Arrested

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Noida Police arrested two individuals for allegedly defrauding over 100 people of more than Rs 70 lakh by promising fake overseas jobs through social media. The accused operated under a fictitious firm, luring victims with promises of high salaries and free visas.

Ram Temple Donation Theft: 'The Individuals Involved Were Too Well-Placed For Anyone To Speak Up'

Ram Temple Donation Theft: 'The Individuals Involved Were Too Well-Placed For Anyone To Speak Up'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

'What struck me at the time was simply the scale of it -- that something of this magnitude could be unfolding inside the Ram temple itself.' 'It was bewildering. And what troubled me further was the manner in which people were shielding it.'

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

48 hours after rout, revolt brews in TMC, leaders blame top brass

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Following a significant defeat to the BJP, Trinamool Congress leaders are openly criticising the party leadership, citing mismanagement and lack of support as key factors in the election outcome.

Noida Man Arrested for Rs 12 Lakh Travel Package Fraud

Noida Man Arrested for Rs 12 Lakh Travel Package Fraud

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A man has been arrested in Noida for allegedly defrauding people of approximately Rs 12 lakh by offering fake tour and travel packages through social media platforms.

How Deepfake Video Duped Belagavi Man Of Rs 7.9 Lakh

How Deepfake Video Duped Belagavi Man Of Rs 7.9 Lakh

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A 76-year-old man in Belagavi was allegedly cheated of Rs 7.9 lakh in an online investment scam that used an AI-generated deepfake video misusing the name of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to lure investors.

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

How Punjab Police Uncovered a Cyber Fraud Ring Preying on Women

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have arrested three members of a cyber fraud gang who used voice-changing software and fake social media profiles to extort money from women by threatening to circulate AI-generated objectionable videos.

Man Arrested For Cheating Delhi Resident In Visa Fraud

Man Arrested For Cheating Delhi Resident In Visa Fraud

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a man from Maharashtra for allegedly cheating a Delhi resident of Rs 9.25 lakh on the pretext of arranging a visa and overseas job.

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.

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam System

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam System

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called for an independent judicial probe and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, questioning the awarding of the contract to a firm with a controversial past.

Kerala Police Alert: Fake Ads Using CM's Image Target PhonePe Users

Kerala Police Alert: Fake Ads Using CM's Image Target PhonePe Users

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Kerala Police have issued a warning about a new cyber fraud where scammers are using the image of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in fake social media advertisements to trick people into making online payments through PhonePe.

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Kerala's Home Minister announces 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt', a statewide campaign to crack down on drug syndicates, focusing on eliminating drug distribution networks, especially around educational institutions, and improving police functioning across the state.

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Why Rahul Gandhi Wants A Probe Into CBSE Exam Contract

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called for an independent judicial probe and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, claiming a company with a questionable past was awarded the contract.

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.

NTA, IIT Madras explain Telegram curbs ahead of NEET re-exam

NTA, IIT Madras explain Telegram curbs ahead of NEET re-exam

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) and IIT Madras have justified the temporary restriction on Telegram ahead of the re-NEET examination, stating the platform was allegedly used to fabricate evidence of question paper leaks through edited messages with old timestamps, a claim criticised by the Internet Freedom Foundation as a 'disproportionate' response.

Gullak Season 5 Review: Still Very Likeable

Gullak Season 5 Review: Still Very Likeable

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

TVF's popular family series, Gullak, returns for a fifth season, offering a refreshing contrast to crime shows with its focus on the mundane crises of the Mishra family, who navigate new challenges like home renovations, Wi-Fi installation, and the arrival of opinionated relatives.

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.

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

TMC MP Alleges BJP Involvement In NEET Paper Leak

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has accused the BJP of being linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, claiming that individuals associated with the ruling party are involved in the scandal. He alleges the BJP is an 'expert in theft,' citing previous instances of 'vote theft' and 'job theft'.

A guide to the social media wars

A guide to the social media wars

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Government representatives say they are acting in the interest of National Security, and the US-based social media companies say they are fighting for Freedom of Expression.

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Former Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Santanu Sen resigned as the party's national spokesperson, citing the R G Kar rape and murder case controversy and the recent election defeat as reasons for his decision. His resignation highlights the internal dissent and organisational challenges facing the TMC.

How Delhi Police Busted Illegal Forex Trading Call Centre

How Delhi Police Busted Illegal Forex Trading Call Centre

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Delhi Police busted an illegal forex trading call centre in Indore, arresting six individuals involved in defrauding victims nationwide through fake online investment schemes. The syndicate allegedly used a fake trading platform to lure people into investing in forex and online trading products, showing fabricated profits and gains.