Kolkata Police Launch ‘Digital Prahari’ 24/7 Cyber Safety Initiative for Senior Citizens
Background and Timeline: On February 11, 2026, the Kolkata Police launched ‘Digital Prahari’, a comprehensive 24/7 initiative designed to protect citizens from evolving digital threats. The program was announced by Police Commissioner Supratim Sarkar to address the disproportionate targeting of the elderly in the city. This initiative acts as a safety net that operates around […]
Kolkata Police Expand Cyber Cell into Full Cybercrime Branch After ₹482 Cr Losses
Background and Timeline: On February 12, 2026, the Kolkata Police at Lalbazar received administrative approval from the state government to expand its existing cyber cell into a full-fledged Cybercrime Branch. The proposal was initially submitted in August last year and received the final green signal from the governor’s office this Thursday. The expansion comes after […]
Pune Cyber Police Crack ₹22 Cr Online Trading Fraud Targeting 85‑Year‑Old Entrepreneur
Background and Timeline: Reported on February 10, 2026, the Pune Cyber Police announced a massive breakthrough in a fraud case involving a retired 85-year-old entrepreneur. The investigation, which began after the victim filed a complaint on January 19, tracked transactions that occurred between October 2025 and January 2026. This is documented as the largest individual […]
Hyderabad Police Bust ₹1.07 Cr Digital Arrest Syndicate, 3 Key Suspects Arrested
Background and Timeline: On February 10, 2026, the Hyderabad Police Cyber Crimes wing announced the arrest of a highly organized syndicate responsible for a multi-crore fraud. The case originated from a complaint filed on October 16, 2025, by a 62-year-old resident who reported being kept under psychological siege. The investigation reached a critical breakthrough this […]
Home Ministry Unveils S4C Dashboard to Boost Cyber Fraud Tracking Across India
Background and Timeline: Simultaneously with the CBI branch launch on February 10, 2026, the Home Ministry unveiled the State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (S4C) Dashboard in New Delhi. Developed by the I4C, this tool is part of a multi-year effort to modernize the reporting and tracking of cyber-enabled financial crimes. The dashboard serves as the […]
CBI Launches New Cybercrime Branch in Delhi to Tackle National Digital Frauds
Background and Timeline: On February 10, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah formally inaugurated the newly established Cybercrime Branch of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in New Delhi. The launch was the centerpiece of a high-level National Conference titled “Tackling Cyber-Enabled Frauds & Dismantling the Ecosystem”. This strategic move follows the 2022 establishment of […]
Delhi Police Bust ₹42.5 Lakh USDT Crypto Fraud Linked to Chinese Handlers
Background and Timeline: On February 8, 2026, the Delhi Police announced the results of an investigation into a high-profile cyber-financial racket. The probe was initiated following an e-FIR registered on December 17, 2025, by a 56-year-old resident of Uttam Nagar who reported a massive loss. The module was unraveled over several weeks as investigators mapped […]
Indian Cricketer Rinku Singh’s Verified Facebook Account Hacked, 1.6M Fans at Risk
Background and Timeline: On February 7, 2026, it was reported that the verified Facebook account of Indian cricketer Rinku Singh had been compromised. The account possesses a massive following of 1.6 million users, making it a high-value target for influence-based fraud. The cyber crime cell initiated an investigation after unauthorized activity was detected by the […]
Thales to Create 450 Cybersecurity & Digital Jobs in India as Part of Global Expansion
Background and Timeline: Announced on February 9, 2026, as part of a global expansion strategy by the French technology giant. Thales plans to recruit 9,000 employees worldwide in 2026 to support its growth across primary business sectors. Over the last five years, the company has consistently recruited at least 8,000 people annually to support its […]
Rajasthan High Court Orders Establishment of Central Cyber Crime Control Centre
Background and Timeline: On February 7, 2026, a single bench of Justice Ravi Chirania at the Rajasthan High Court issued strict directions regarding cybercrime prevention infrastructure. The court was hearing bail petitions of accused individuals when it flagged the lack of tangible progress by the state. Senior officials, including the ACS Home, were summoned to […]