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Global Cyberattack Disrupts Universities as Canvas Platform Faces Major Outage

TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com A widespread cyberattack has disrupted academic activities in several countries after a major breach targeted the online learning platform Canvas, leaving universities and schools struggling to restore access during a critical examination period. The incident is linked to the hacker group known as ShinyHunters, which reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack. The […]

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WhatsApp Blocks 9,400 Accounts in Major Crackdown on ‘Digital Arrest’ Scams

In a significant move against online fraud, WhatsApp has revealed that it removed around 9,400 accounts linked to organised scam activities, including so-called “digital arrest” schemes and impersonation of law enforcement officials. The disclosure was made through documents submitted before the Supreme Court of India. According to the platform, the action followed a detailed investigation […]

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Delhi Police Bust ₹16 Crore Cyber Fraud Network Linked to Shell Company in Job Scam Case

New Delhi, April 27, 2026: Delhi Police have arrested two individuals allegedly involved in a large-scale cyber fraud racket linked to a fake trading company that received over ₹16 crore within just eight days. The accused, identified as Sonu Kumar and Aminder Singh, were reportedly acting as dummy directors of a private limited firm used […]

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SBI Scam Alert: Fake YONO KYC Messages Putting Customers’ Money at Risk

India’s largest public sector bank, State Bank of India (SBI), has cautioned millions of its customers about a new online fraud targeting users through deceptive messages. Cybercriminals are attempting to steal sensitive banking information using fake alerts. Fraudsters are sending messages via SMS, WhatsApp, or email, claiming that the customer’s YONO SBI account will soon […]

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Faridabad Cyber Police NIT busts Rs.2.45 lakh Investment Scam via social media

Faridabad: A resident of Nehru Ground, Faridabad, was duped of Rs.2.45 lakh after being tricked into investing in the share market through social media. The complainant informed Cyber Police Station NIT that he had first received a message from a woman on Facebook and was later added to a WhatsApp group. Members of the group […]

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Delhi Cyber Police Bust Fake Mobile Tower Scam; Two Arrested with Laptops & Phones

Delhi, February 21, 2025 : In a major breakthrough, the Cyber Crime Police Station of Outer North District has busted a mobile tower scam and arrested two individuals involved in designing fake websites to dupe unsuspecting victims. Fraudulent Scheme Uncovered According to police, the accused orchestrated an elaborate fraud by creating fake websites and running […]

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Jharkhand Police Tighten Grip on Cyber Crime, Arrest Six in Jamtara

Jamtara : In a significant development against cybercrime, the Jharkhand Police have successfully arrested six cybercriminals from the Jamtara district, which has gained infamy as a hub for online fraud in India. This operation, led by Superintendent of Police Ehtesham Waqarib, reflects the police force’s commitment to curbing cybercrime and dismantling criminal networks operating from […]

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