High-Stakes Cyber Fraud: How the Vardhman Group Chairman Was Duped of ₹7 Crore Through a ‘Digital Arrest’

The Rise of Cyber Fraud and Digital Scams As digitalization expands, so do the opportunities for cybercriminals to devise increasingly sophisticated scams. The concept of a ‘digital arrest’—a completely fraudulent tactic—has recently emerged as a method to dupe unsuspecting victims. The scammers convince individuals that they are under legal surveillance and cannot contact anyone until they comply with specific demands. Senior citizens and individuals less familiar with advanced technology often fall prey to such scams. Cybercrime has become a serious concern globally, and in India, these schemes are growing in…