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Hans India
3 days ago
- Hans India
Hope and Greed Are Tools of Cybercriminals – Public Must Stay Alert: CI Raju
Gadwal: Everyone should be awareWith technology advancing rapidly, cybercriminals are devising new and sophisticated methods to deceive the public. In this context, Cyber Security Bureau CI Raju from Jogulamba Gadwal emphasized that hope and greed are the biggest assets for cybercriminals, and people should remain cautious and vigilant in the digital space. Under the guidance of District SP T. Srinivasa Rao, a Cyber Awareness Day program was conducted on Wednesday at Kottam College, Gadwal town. As part of this initiative, CI Raju addressed the students and highlighted the latest cyber threats and the importance of cyber hygiene. Key Highlights from CI Raju's Address: People should be cautious and not fall victim to cyber scams driven by emotional traps like greed or false promises. He explained how cybercriminals are now exploiting government schemes such as PM Kisan Yojana by circulating malicious APK files via WhatsApp. If users download and open these files, their phones can be hacked, leading to financial loss. He warned students about fraudulent schemes like: JUMPED deposit schemes Digital arrest threats Investment scams Cyberbullying Important Advice to the Public: Never share OTPs (One-Time Passwords), even if the caller claims to be a government official or bank representative. Banks do not ask for OTPs or send clickable links via SMS or email. Inform family members and others in your household about these scams. If there is any suspicion, verify directly at your bank instead of responding over the phone. Do not click on unknown links, especially those received from unknown numbers via SMS, WhatsApp, or Twitter, even if they appear in blue-colored hyperlinks. Simple mistakes can lead to losing hard-earned money, so it is important to act responsibly and not impulsively. Reporting Cyber Crimes: CI Raju urged that any victim of cybercrime should immediately call the national cyber helpline 1930 or file a complaint on the NCRP portal ( He assured that the local police station will take prompt action, increasing the chances of recovering the lost money. Participants: The awareness program was attended by: Cyber Security Bureau Constable Ramesh Achari, Gadwal Town Cyber Warrior B. Raju, College faculty and a large number of students. This initiative aims to empower youth with the knowledge to combat cyber threats effectively and create a more secure digital environment.
Mint
20-06-2025
- Mint
IIT graduate, 14 others, arrested for possession of child pornography in Telangana
Telangana's Cyber Security Bureau has arrested 15 people, including an IIT graduate, in a coordinated crackdown targeting online child sexual abuse material (CSAM). According to a Hindustan Times report, most suspects are well-educated men in their 20s, hailing from middle-class families. Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau director Shikha Goel said the operation focused on repeat offenders involved in uploading, storing, and disseminating nude and sexually explicit content involving minors aged 6 to 14. Notably, at least one suspect holds an IIT degree and works at a reputed tech firm, while another is an engineering graduate currently job-seeking. 'Most of the content originates from foreign victims, predominantly girls aged between 6 and 14, with 90% of material involving female children,' Goel told the Telangana Today. All arrested individuals have since been remanded by a court. Shikha Goel told NDTV that the accused appeared to be part of a single group sharing sexual material targeting minors. "All of them appeared to be part of closed user groups sharing such material. Whether they are part of any organised gang or cartel is still under investigation,' she said. Goel also revealed that the suspects likely operated through closed user groups, distributing illicit content as part of a collective network. Investigators are still determining whether these groups are part of larger organised gangs or criminal cartels. The operation unfolded during a one-day, state-wide sweep informed by 57 cyber tip-line complaints. Law enforcement teams across Hyderabad, Yadagirigutta, Karimnagar, Warangal, and Jagtial executed the coordinated arrests. Following the operation, 34 FIRs were registered under relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act and the POCSO Act. According to media reports, the accused are under judicial custody.
