The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s intervention in a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) aimed at banning online gambling and betting platforms that operate under the guise of social and e-sports games, seeking government assistance for the case.
A 60-year-old man in Shahjahanpur lost ₹1.04 crore to fraudsters impersonating ED and CBI officials through fake WhatsApp court hearings. Seven young men were arrested for this cyber scam. Police warned the public about rising digital arrest frauds and urged immediate reporting of suspicious activities to authorities.
The Supreme Court of India commended Tamil Nadu for utilizing preventive detention laws to combat cybercrime, emphasizing that traditional laws are inadequate. The acknowledgment arose during a case involving Abhijeet Singh, accused of defrauding Rs 84.5 lakh. The court will continue hearing the case on June 25, 2025.
A petition to the Supreme Court seeks the formation of an expert committee led by a judge to address the rising issue of cyber fraud in India. The plea emphasizes recent incidents involving judges and outlines the need for enhanced cybercrime laws, stronger preventive measures, and accountability for online platforms to safeguard against financial crimes.
A District Judge in Maharashtra fell victim to a cyber fraud scheme, losing Rs 50,000 to scammers who impersonated a Bombay High Court Judge on WhatsApp. The fraudsters requested the transfer under false pretenses, leading the judge to realize the deception only when asked for more money. An investigation is underway to apprehend the perpetrators.