Supreme Court Pushes Banks on Digital Arrest Fraud
The Supreme Court has pushed for banks to take accountability in digital arrest fraud. The story sits alongside other updates on voter-roll (SIR) disputes and a BJP rally. Readers following the scam should watch for further court directions.
Context
Context: Digital arrest scams involve fraudsters posing as police, CBI or tax officials, keeping victims on video calls while they transfer money. Such cases have grown across India, and courts are asking whether banks should do more to flag suspicious transfers.
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