Government blocks 1.4 lakh mobile numbers involved in digital frauds

In an effort to combat cybercrime and financial fraud, the government has blocked approximately 1.4 lakh mobile numbers linked to such activities. This announcement came during a meeting chaired by Financial Services Secretary Vivek Joshi, which focused on cybersecurity in the financial sector. The meeting reviewed progress on action points from a previous meeting in November 2023 and assessed the preparedness of banks and financial institutions to address cyber threats, rising digital payment fraud, and stakeholder readiness.

Government blocks 1.4 lakh mobile numbers involved in digital frauds
In an effort to combat cybercrime and financial fraud, the government has blocked approximately 1.4 lakh mobile numbers linked to such activities. This announcement came during a meeting chaired by Financial Services Secretary Vivek Joshi, which focused on cybersecurity in the financial sector. The meeting reviewed progress on action points from a previous meeting in November 2023 and assessed the preparedness of banks and financial institutions to address cyber threats, rising digital payment fraud, and stakeholder readiness.