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In an inspiring initiative, the cyber cell police of Biharsharif launched 'Operation Muskan', successfully reuniting 22 lost mobile devices, valued at more than Rs 4.16 lakh, with their rightful owners in the Chandi region of Nalanda. Utilizing cutting-edge cyber tracking technology, the police restored hope to those who believed their phones were gone forever.

Two men have been arrested in Bengaluru for sexually abusing two minor girls, recording the acts, and uploading them online for profit. The arrests followed an alert from the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.

In a groundbreaking initiative, Bihar Police's latest campaign, 'Cyber Prahar 3.0,' has made impressive strides within its first week, resulting in 31 FIRs and 50 arrests. This focused operation takes aim at deceptive fraud networks, mule accounts, and individuals utilizing counterfeit documents. Authorities have swiftly confiscated electronic devices and falsified identification, while ongoing investigations promise to uncover even more offenders.

Bihar's Cybercrime Unit has unveiled 'Cyber Prahar 3.0', an initiative aimed at addressing the rising tide of cyber dangers. Building on the success of its previous campaigns, this phase zeroes in on the eradication of mule accounts and enhances oversight of banking staff.

A 56-year-old IT consultant from Delhi, Vinay Kumar Sharma, has been arrested for his alleged role in a Rs 2 crore online investment scam. The crime branch found over Rs 43 lakh of the defrauded money in Sharma's account. The victim was lured by fraudsters posing as stock market consultants on social media into investing in a fake trading app.

A popular free streaming app, Pikashow, is raising cybersecurity alarms. Experts warn it may contain malware and steal personal data. The app is not on official stores, requiring risky sideloading. Indian users are urged to uninstall it immediately. Authorities advise downloading apps only from trusted sources. Report any suspicious activity to the national cybercrime helpline.

Three foreign tourists were defrauded after purchasing fake tickets for the Taj Mahal online. They paid $105 for invalid tickets through a fraudulent website. Police have registered a case and are investigating the cyberfraud. The Archaeological Survey of India has warned tourists to use only authorized booking platforms to avoid such scams.

Delhi Police have dismantled inter-state cyber and financial fraud syndicates, arresting 113 individuals in Operation Cy-Hawk-04. The crackdown uncovered a Rs 22 crore fraud trail, including a fake air ticket scam targeting NRIs and a transnational fake loan app racket. Authorities recovered cash, luxury vehicles, and froze over Rs 17 lakh.

Uttar Pradesh leads India in preventing cyber fraud losses, blocking Rs 425 crore in eight months via its Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre. This real-time coordination between police and banks, established in July 2025, significantly improved fund recovery, especially within the crucial 'golden hour' for interventions.