A 55-year-old Nagpur woman lost ₹16 lakh in a romance scam by a fraudster posing as a U.S. national online. Lured with promises of love and gifts, she paid fake customs fees. Cyber police traced the funds to a Dubai-linked account and recovered part of the money after quick action.

Bhubaneswar Commissionerate Police arrested six cybercriminals from Balangir district for duping an LIC officer of ₹78 lakh. The accused lured the victim with promises of high returns from share market investments. After transferring the amount in phases, the victim realized the fraud and reported it. A detailed investigation is underway.

As U.S. Tax Day nears, Seqrite Labs warns of a phishing campaign exploiting taxpayers through deceptive emails and malware-laced tax documents. The campaign deploys Stealerium malware to steal browser data, crypto wallets, and credentials. Vulnerable groups like small business owners and green card holders are prime targets. Vigilance is urged.

Cybercriminals defrauded three Pune residents, including a senior citizen, of ₹11 lakh in separate scams. Victims were duped through fake bank updates, a work-from-home job offer, and a stock market investment promise. Cases were filed at Sinhagad Road, Khadki, and Kalepadal police stations; investigations into all three incidents are ongoing.

A 160-year-old UK haulage firm, Knights of Old, shut down after a cyberattack corrupted critical financial data, prompting administration. Director Paul Abbott urged firms to reassess cybersecurity. Expert Tash Buckley warned small businesses face existential threats from ransomware-as-a-service, while M&S and Co-op cyberattacks highlight growing risks for all enterprises.