Scan My Shadow — Privacy Blog

Photo by Ugi K. on Unsplash TLDR: The CBI launched Operation Chakra VI on June 25, 2026 — raiding over 80 locations across 16 Indian states to dismantle a digital arrest scam syndicate responsible for 200+ fraud cases. Victims are psychologically coerced into transferring funds to fake "secure" government accounts. Learn how the scam works and how to stay safe. CBI's Operation Chakra VI: India Strikes Back Against Digital Arrest Fraudsters India's cybercrime crisis reached a dramatic flashpoint this week. On June 25, 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation executed one of the largest cybercrime crackdowns in the country's history. Dubbed Operation Chakra VI , the nationwide sweep targeted the fast-growing menace of digital arrest scams — and the numbers are staggering. At ScanMyShadow , we track how personal data fuels these attacks. Here's a full breakdown of what happened and what it means for every Indian with a smartphone. What Is Operation Chakra VI? ...

Photo by João Ferrão on Unsplash TLDR: On June 25, 2026, the CBI launched Operation Chakra-VI — raiding 80+ locations across 16 Indian states to crack down on digital arrest scam networks. India lost ₹22,495 crore to cyber fraud in 2025. Scams are getting smarter, faster, and more personal. Here is what every Indian needs to know right now. CBI's Operation Chakra-VI: India's Biggest Anti-Scam Raid of 2026 India just witnessed one of its most sweeping cybercrime crackdowns. On June 25, 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), under Operation Chakra-VI , deployed 60 special teams and conducted coordinated searches at more than 80 locations across 16 states — including Punjab, Gujarat, Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, West Bengal, Manipur, Karnataka, and Odisha. Two individuals were arrested in Chennai and Kolkata for allegedly setting up shell companies and operating mule bank accounts u...

Photo by Nhu Nguyen on Unsplash TLDR: India's digital fraud rate hit 7.1% in 2025 — nearly double the global average. This week alone saw Delhi Police bust a Rs 1.56 crore Telegram investment racket, Ahmedabad Cyber Police crack a Rs 1.5 crore NEET paper leak scam, and Gujarat Police foil a NEET UG 2026 refund hack. Digital arrest scams continue to devastate victims nationwide. Check your exposed data now at ScanMyShadow.com . India's Cyber Scam Crisis: What Happened This Week June 2026 is proving to be one of the most alarming months on record for cybercrime in India. Authorities across Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Gujarat have made high-profile arrests, while fresh data confirms India's suspected digital fraud rate reached 7.1% in 2025 — nearly double the global average of 3.8%, according to a TransUnion report. Fraudsters are no longer just creating fake accounts; they are targeting legitimate user credentials through identity theft and account takeovers. Top Cyber Scam Stor...

Photo by Shiona Das on Unsplash TLDR: India lost Rs 22,495 crore to cyber fraud in 2025 with over 2.81 million reported cases. Digital arrest scams targeting affluent Indians have caused Rs 120.3 crore in losses, while Delhi police busted an interstate cyber fraud syndicate with Cambodia connections, uncovering Rs 4.5 crore in fraudulent transactions. Digital Arrest Scam Network Exposed: Delhi Police Major Bust Delhi Police's Cyber Crime unit recently dismantled a sophisticated interstate cyber fraud syndicate operating with international connections, arresting 8 individuals linked to Cambodia-based operations. The network defrauded victims of Rs 24 lakh through fake stock market investment schemes, with investigators uncovering Rs 4.5 crore in suspicious transactions within just 14 days. The arrested suspects - Harmanjot Singh, Qaisar Masoodi, Abhishek, Mohammad Zahid, Amir Malik, Amarjeet Ahirwar, Alok Sharma and Anant Pandey - operated across multiple states including Delhi, H...

Photo by Michael Mwangi on Unsplash TLDR: India lost over ₹22,000 crore to cyber fraud in 2025 with 2.81 million reported cases - that's over 7,700 complaints daily. Investment scams account for 75% of losses, while sophisticated 'digital arrest' schemes target professionals. Recent police raids uncovered interstate syndicates with Cambodia connections handling ₹4.5 crore in just 14 days. Massive Scale of India's Cyber Fraud Problem The cyber fraud landscape in India has reached unprecedented levels, with victims losing ₹22,495 crore in 2025 across 2.81 million reported cases. Despite a slight decrease from 2024's ₹22,845 crore losses, the number of cases surged from 2.26 million, indicating a concerning trend of increasing frequency but potentially smaller individual losses. Key Statistics That Demand Attention: Over 7,700 complaints filed daily - a staggering volume highlighting the pervasive nature Only 55,484 FIRs registered from 2.81 million complaints due ...

Photo by Jonas Leupe on Unsplash TLDR: India faces an unprecedented surge in cyber scams with over INR 22,000 crore annual losses. Digital arrest frauds have tripled to 123,672 cases causing INR 1,935 crore damages in 2024. UPI fraud networks operate through mule accounts with international links to Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos. Delhi Police recently busted an interstate syndicate handling INR 4.5 crore through 60+ fraud complaints. Alarming Rise in Digital Arrest Scams Targeting Indian Citizens India is witnessing a devastating wave of 'digital arrest' scams that have cost victims over INR 1,935 crore in 2024 alone. These sophisticated frauds involve cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officials through phone or video calls, claiming victims are under investigation for money laundering or other crimes. The scale of these scams is staggering - digital arrest fraud cases nearly tripled from 39,925 reported cases in 2022 to 123,672 cases in 2024. Victims include academics, d...

Photo by Francois Olwage on Unsplash Digital arrest scams have become India's third-largest fraud category by financial damage, with over Rs 19,000 crore in losses reported in 2025. Recent cases include major busts and sophisticated operations targeting seniors across multiple states. Breaking: Major Digital Arrest Cases Rock India Cyber criminals have launched a massive wave of digital arrest scams across India in recent days, with law enforcement agencies reporting multiple high-profile cases: Assam Bust: Police arrested Amit Kumar Beria in connection with a Rs 3.85 crore digital arrest fraud network affecting multiple states Pune Doctor Scammed: An 87-year-old doctor lost Rs 46 lakh after fraudsters posed as Mumbai Police Crime Branch officers Multi-State Operations: Cases reported from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai showing nationwide scale Supreme Court Intervention: The apex court is hearing cases involving digital arrest victims, calling it ...