3 Things A 300 cr cyber racket, Punjab waits for relief, and India-US LPG deal
Nov 18, 2025
In this engaging discussion, journalist Sweety Kumari dives into a massive cybercrime network exposed in West Bengal, revealing tactics like fake apps and an extensive financial trail that leads to about 317 crore rupees in fraud. She highlights links to industrialist Pawan Kumar Ruyia and ongoing investigations. Meanwhile, reporter Kanchan Vasdev provides insights into the Punjab floods, the state's claims of inadequate relief funds, and the political tensions with the Central government. Lastly, explore India's groundbreaking LPG import deal with the US, marking a shift in energy strategy.
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Massive Organized Cybercrime Network
- The West Bengal cyber wing uncovered a pan-India organized racket that allegedly siphoned around ₹317 crore using investment and digital-arrest scams.
- Investigators traced 148 shell companies, common directors and crypto conversions to obscure the money trail.
A Single Complaint Opened A Huge Case
- A retired SBI employee's complaint about a ₹93 lakh loss in Nov 2023 triggered a probe that revealed a far larger scam.
- The accused used fake apps, WhatsApp/Telegram groups and staged small returns to build trust before siphoning larger sums.
Complex Shell Structure And Crypto Use
- The racket's scale spans 1,379 complainants and alleged conversion of about ₹170 crore into cryptocurrency to obscure flows.
- Eleven common directors held directorships across 186 companies, indicating deep, nationwide penetration.