{"id":9669,"date":"2026-01-15T18:35:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T18:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/?p=9669"},"modified":"2026-01-15T18:35:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T18:35:34","slug":"cyber-frauds-in-jk-cross-rs-185-cr-mark-ssp-cice-ramnish-gupta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/index.php\/2026\/01\/15\/cyber-frauds-in-jk-cross-rs-185-cr-mark-ssp-cice-ramnish-gupta\/","title":{"rendered":"Cyber frauds in J&K cross Rs 185 cr mark: SSP CICE Ramnish Gupta"},"content":{"rendered":"

Says Rs 32.64 crore recovered through swift action<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018Over 18,000 complaints filed nationwide\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

Warns against \u2018digital arrest\u2019, fake job & investment scams<\/strong><\/p>\n

Srinagar, Jan 15: Asserting that timely reporting remains the most effective tool in combating online frauds, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Cyber Investigation Centre for Excellence (CICE), Ramnish Gupta, on Thursday said that cybercrimes in J&K touched a staggering Rs 184.91 crore in 2025.<\/p>\n

Talking to the reporters at the sidelines of a CICE workshop the SSP, according to the news agency\u2014Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said, \u201cCitizens need to fight digital scams and greed by keeping their eyes and minds open. They have to ensure that they don\u2019t fall into fake investment traps, impersonation calls and other deceptive online tactics used by fraudsters.\u201d<\/p>\n

He said, \u201cOver 18,000 cyber fraud complaints were registered nationwide last year, reflecting both growing digital adoption and the alarming rise in online criminal activity. The first few minutes after a cyber fraud are critical, the golden hour. If victims report immediately on helpline 1930, we can freeze the funds before they vanish,\u201d Gupta said, calling early reporting \u201cthe strongest weapon against cyber frauds.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe swift reporting by victims has helped us recover Rs 32.64 crore,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

\u2018DIGITAL ARREST\u2019 CALLS TOP NEW MODUS OPERANDI<\/p>\n

SSP Gupta warned that fraudsters are now misusing technology and psychological manipulation to trap victims through \u201cdigital arrest\u201d scams, where callers impersonate police or courier officials, falsely claiming that a parcel in the victim\u2019s name contains illegal items.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is no such term in law. If someone claims you are \u2018digitally arrested\u2019 or demands money to avoid legal action, cut the call immediately, it\u2019s a scam,\u201d he said, citing cases from Delhi and Srinagar involving senior citizens who lost large sums.<\/p>\n

FAKE INVESTMENTS, JOB SCAMS AND MALWARE LINKS<\/p>\n

The SSP said fake online investment schemes promising to double or triple money, fraudulent job offers and malicious APK or QR code links remain among the most common traps.<\/p>\n

\u201cA hacker doesn\u2019t hack your phone; he hacks your mind,\u201d Gupta said. \u201cThey study people\u2019s social media behaviour, target those seeking jobs or investment opportunities and use fear or greed to make them act fast.\u201d<\/p>\n

He urged citizens to avoid clicking unknown links or installing unverified apps, as these often contain malware that grants criminals access to personal data and bank accounts. He also cautioned against scanning random QR codes, plugging into public charging ports (\u201cjuice jacking\u201d), or sharing Aadhaar and PAN details online, which can lead to impersonation and mule account misuse.<\/p>\n

TECH VIGILANCE: CHECK YOUR SIMS, LINKED DEVICES<\/p>\n

SSP Gupta advised people to regularly verify their mobile connections through the government\u2019s \u2018Sanchar Saathi\u2019 portal to ensure no fake SIM cards are issued in their name. He also recommended checking linked WhatsApp devices for unauthorized access and avoiding suspicious friend or job requests online.<\/p>\n

\u201cFraudsters operate across borders using fake identities, spoofed calls and AI-generated videos. Never send money or personal data without verification,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

1930: INDIA\u2019S CYBER LIFELINE<\/p>\n

Explaining how the cyber helpline 1930 works, SSP Gupta said it is directly integrated with banks and financial intermediaries. \u201cOnce a complaint is filed, money trails are instantly flagged and accounts can be frozen within minutes,\u201d he said, calling the helpline a 24×7 lifeline for victims.<\/p>\n

He also encouraged citizens to report through the national portal https:\/\/cybercrime.gov.in and spread awareness within communities.<\/p>\n

\u201cCybercrime thrives on fear and hesitation. Awareness, vigilance and prompt action are our strongest tools. Every citizen can help create a safer digital world,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The SSP reaffirmed that CICE\u2019s specialised teams are working round the clock with banks, payment gateways, and telecom firms to trace money trails, block mule accounts, and dismantle fraud networks operating across states.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith rising digitalisation, cyber frauds are growing, but so is our capacity to fight back. Timely reporting and awareness can save both money and trust,\u201d SSP Gupta added. (KNO)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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