Tag: Online Fraud

Online Fraud
Fraudster nabbed in Rs 74 lakh cheating case

A team of the crime branch led by inspector Abantimani Nayak the arrested fraudster from Alipore, Kolkata and seized incriminating evidence like ATM card etc. from his possession, police officers said.

  • Saturday, 05 November 2022
Are you looking for jobs? Here are some safety tips to protect yourself from online job fraud
Are you looking for jobs? Here are some safety tips to protect yourself from online job fraud

Keeping in view of the rising cases of job scams, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) has warned job seekers not to fall prey to such frauds and shared some safety tips. 

  • Wednesday, 12 October 2022
5G Sim Fraud
Converting 4G SIM to 5G! Fraudsters on prowl, know how to remain safe

People have been warned not to share one-time passwords (OTPs) or any other sensitive information with any unknown person over phone to...

  • Tuesday, 11 October 2022
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Online recharge frauds: Watch basics to stay safe from scamsters

The most common scenario of online fraud is cybercriminals stealing hard-earned money or personal property of people. So, how can we stay safe from these cyber criminals?

  • Wednesday, 10 August 2022
Odisha techie looking for bride on matrimonial site duped of Rs 24 lakh  
Odisha techie looking for bride on matrimonial site duped of Rs 24 lakh  

The accused reportedly misrepresented herself as an Odia girl from Balasore pursuing a medical course in California.

  • Wednesday, 20 July 2022
Trying to buy shirt online, Berhampur man loses Rs1.27L to fraudsters
Trying to buy shirt online, Berhampur man loses Rs1.27L to fraudsters

The fraud came to the fore after a few days when Panda verified his account and found his accounts having zero balance. 

  • Monday, 27 June 2022
Senior Citizens Loses Over Rs 11 Lakh While Ordering Pizza Online
Senior Citizens Loses Over Rs 11 Lakh While Ordering Pizza Online

The fraudster transferred and withdrew Rs 11.78 lakh from the woman's bank account between November 14 and December 1, 2021, he said.

  • Sunday, 16 January 2022
'Double Your Money In 50 Days': Over 200 People In Bhubaneswar Duped By Cyber Fraudsters
'Double Your Money In 50 Days': Over 200 People In Bhubaneswar Duped By Cyber Fraudsters

Cyber fraudsters are on the prowl as Odisha is witnessing a spike in online crimes. Fraudsters are alluring people with several tempting schemes and are looting their savings. Several such cases have come to the fore in recent times posing a challenge to the Cyber Police.

  • Monday, 03 January 2022
Microsoft To Skill 1 Lakh Indians In Cybersecurity By 2022
Microsoft To Skill 1 Lakh Indians In Cybersecurity By 2022

Microsoft has introduced four new security, compliance and identity certifications, of which the accredited certification for Fundamentals will be offered at zero-cost for any individual who attends the associated training through this initiative.

  • Tuesday, 07 December 2021
Nigerian Link Established
WhatsApp Hacking Case: Odisha Crime Branch Confirms Nigerian Gang Link

In the latest development in the WhatsApp account hack of Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) CEO, Manoj Kumar Patnaik, Odisha Crime Branch on Wednesday confirmed the involvement of Nigerian nationals.

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  • Wednesday, 17 November 2021
Mobile Gone, Money Gone
This Odisha Woman Loses Rs 3.5 L From Bank Account After ‘Mobile Theft’

A woman whose mobile phone was allegedly stolen, has lost Rs 3.5 lakh from her bank account. The victim woman has been identified as a resident of Chhatrali village under Soro of Balasore district.

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  • Saturday, 02 October 2021
Online Fraud: Cyber Criminals Dupe Over Rs 1.28 Crore In Odisha In August
Online Fraud: Cyber Criminals Dupe Over Rs 1.28 Crore In Odisha In August

Odisha reported online fraud to the tune of Rs 1.28 crore in August this year. The data was released by the Cyber Help Desk of Bhubaneswar Urban Police District (UPD).

  • Thursday, 02 September 2021
Online Gambling
‘Nice Share’ Dupes Hundreds In Odisha’s Gajapati, Police Probe On To Bust Online Gambling App

Enticed by the scheme, the gullible victims even went on to invest bigger amounts ranging up to Rs 18 lakh.

  • Friday, 27 August 2021
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Odisha man held for duping customers through fake ‘online store’

Bhubaneswar: Do you prefer shopping online instead of visiting the nearest shop? Think twice before booking products through several social media platforms instead from trusted online shopping portals as you might get cheated. In one such incident of fraud, Commissionerate Police on Tuesday arrested a man for duping consumers by promising branded garments at much […]

  • Monday, 26 July 2021
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Online fraud: Odisha CB arrests 2 African nationals from New Delhi

Bhubaneswar: The Crime Branch of Odisha Police arrested two African nationals from New Delhi for their alleged involvement in an online fraud and brought them to Bhubaneswar on a five-day remand for questioning. The arrested have been identified as Erikume (46) of Nigeria and Zouzou Alex (34) of Cote Dvoire. They have allegedly defrauded people […]

  • Monday, 26 July 2021
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