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.
