Often, cyber criminals hack mobile and bank account by sending messages about KYC updates or bank alerts. First, victims receive a message with an APK file. Then the message asks them to download it. Once they install the file, hackers get control of the phone.

After that, criminals can read SMS messages and access banking apps. They can also misuse WhatsApp accounts. As a result, they transfer money from the victim’s bank account.

Recently, police in Patna reported many such fraud cases. Therefore, officials ask people to stay careful while using their phones.

Experts say users should never download unknown APK files. Also, turn off automatic downloads in messaging apps. In addition, enable two-step verification on mobile phones. These simple steps can help protect bank accounts from cyber fraud.

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According to officials, the accused clerk used fake signatures of a senior officer to withdraw money from the office account. He withdrew the amount in small parts over a long period so the fraud would not attract attention.

The total amount involved in the case is ₹24,27,840. The withdrawals happened between April 2023 and December 2025 from an account linked to the Central Bank of India.

The scam came to light when the present circle officer reviewed the bank statement during a routine check. He noticed unusual withdrawals and immediately informed higher authorities.

After this, a written complaint was filed at the Rupouli police station. Police registered an FIR and arrested the accused clerk. The court later sent him to judicial custody.

Police are now investigating whether any other staff members were involved or had knowledge of the fraud. District officials said the case has exposed serious lapses in financial monitoring and strict action will follow to prevent such incidents in the future.

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First, criminals approach people and offer them a 10 to 15 percent commission. In return, they ask them to open new bank accounts. Then, the account holders hand over ATM cards, passbooks, and OTP details. As a result, criminals gain full control of these accounts.

Next, the Bihar Economic Offences Unit (EOU) started an investigation. Officers found 616 mule accounts in different rural areas. These accounts received money from online fraud, fake trading apps, betting platforms, and gaming scams. Soon after, criminals withdrew the money and kept most of it.

Moreover, scammers used fake reasons such as GST refunds, CSR funds, and government payments to win trust. In some cases, bank correspondents and employees helped open these accounts. Therefore, police arrested several people and froze many bank accounts.

Meanwhile, officials warned that this scam is spreading across India. Earlier investigations found lakhs of similar mule accounts nationwide. Hence, citizens should never share bank details, OTPs, or ATM cards with anyone.

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The cyber crime unit of Motihari traced the scam while monitoring financial transactions. One account alone received ₹1.49 crore in a short time. The money was quickly withdrawn, raising red flags for investigators.

Police found that fraudsters posed as officials and scared victims with fake legal threats. They claimed the victims were under “digital arrest” and demanded money to avoid action. Some victims were also trapped with false promises of fixing credit scores.

Based on technical tracking and bank details, police arrested three accused from East Champaran and Sitamarhi districts. Raids were conducted in several districts, including Patna, Muzaffarpur, and Sitamarhi.

Officials said more arrests are likely as the investigation continues. Police warned people not to trust calls demanding money or personal details. Citizens were advised to report cyber fraud immediately by calling the 1930 helpline.

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Once these files were installed, full control of the victims’ mobile phones was gained by the criminals. Several bank accounts were accessed illegally through these compromised devices. Officials revealed these details during ongoing investigations. Citizens were warned to stay alert while interacting with unknown messages.

New fraud attempts were also reported through fake Aadhaar update messages. Victims were threatened with statements like, “Your account will be blocked tonight,” and were forced to click suspicious links. After the links were opened, complete mobile access was reportedly obtained by the scammers.

Many complaints were filed with the 1930 Cyber Helpline and local police stations. Experts advised that bank updates should be done only through official websites or branches. Authorities urged users to avoid opening APK files in WhatsApp groups, as most recent cybercrimes involved such malicious files.

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According to police, Saraswati allegedly opened and operated bank accounts with different names and mismatched documents, enabling him to transfer and withdraw large sums after the case was filed. Investigators estimate that between ₹50–55 lakh has already been siphoned off.

On Friday, a Delhi court rejected Saraswati’s anticipatory bail plea, citing the need for custodial interrogation to unravel the financial fraud and conspiracy. Additional Sessions Judge Hardeep Kaur said the investigation was still at an early stage and noted that Saraswati’s whereabouts remain unknown, with his phone switched off.

The court also highlighted evidence of a fraudulent trust—Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management Research Foundation Trust—allegedly created by Saraswati to divert property and revenue meant for the Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management Research and its parent peetham in Sringeri. Funds from a key plot were reportedly sublet without approval and redirected for his personal benefit.

Victims have accused Saraswati of creating an atmosphere of fear by confiscating students’ phones and withholding their original educational certificates, effectively controlling their communication and future prospects. Several students alleged that female peers were threatened with failure or expulsion if they resisted his advances.

The FIR, filed on August 4 after a complaint by an IAF officer, followed multiple testimonies of sexual harassment and coercion. Police say the fugitive godman used loyalists within the institute to intimidate students and conceal his actions.

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