"Decoding Cybercrime: What You Need to Know in India."
"Decoding Cybercrime: What You Need to Know in India." According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), India saw an alarming 24% rise in cybercrime cases in 2022 compared to the previous year, with most cases targeting individuals for fraud. The number of cases filed over the last few years cases increased from 21,796 in 2017 to 75,656 in 2023 . Source: NCRB data ✡️ Why Is Cybercrime Increasing? The surge in cybercrime can be traced to a mix of technology’s rapid expansion and human vulnerability. Key reasons include: • 🌸 Financial Motivation : Most cybercrimes are aimed at stealing money—either through fraud, identity theft, or extortion. In 2022, nearly 65% of all cybercrime cases dealt with online fraud. • 🌸 Growing Digital Footprint: As more Indians use smartphones, social media, and on...