From ‘digital arrests’ to fake OTPs, cybercrime in India is no longer just about hackers in hoodies. It wears many masks—fraud calls promising lottery wins, malware links disguised as job offers, and financial scams that can erase your savings in a click. Cybercriminals exploit trust, speed, and even the smallest lapse in vigilance.

Cyber criminals made away with Rs 22,845.73 crore in 2024 in India, according to the government, up sharply by 206% from the previous year, highlighting a digital threat landscape that’s growing faster than ever, according to the latest NCRB data.

With the alarming rise in cybercrimes in the country, the threats lurking online are more sophisticated than ever and no one is truly safe.