Nashik: A Kamatwad resident was allegedly cheated by cybercriminals for Rs 4.3 lakh under the garb of verification of a credit card.As per the complaint filed by the victim with the cyber police station, on October 19, the suspects called up the victim and asked him to activate the credit card.The person used the Voice of Internet Protocol technique that masks the actual phone number of the caller with the number chosen by him.So when the victim received the call, it was not that number that reflected on his mobile phone, said Cyber Police Inspector Riyaz Shaikh.Shaikh further added that this resulted in the victim believing the caller, and he shared his credit card details. The victim realized he was duped when he received a bill of Rs4.3 lakh from the credit card company.The case is being investigated. We will arrest the suspects soon, Shaikh said.We also published the following articles recently5 ways to improve your credit score without credit cardCredit scores play a vital role in loan and credit card approvals. However, it is possible to build a good credit score without owning a credit card. Strategies include getting a loan and repaying it on time, making timely bill payments, leveraging rental payment history, maintaining stable employment, and exploring peer-to-peer lending. These methods can help establish and maintain a strong credit score. Punctual bill payments are crucial for improving credit scores.Cyber insurance policies get clicks as victims look to cover their lossesMany citizens in Pune have fallen victim to cyber scams, losing millions of rupees to cyber criminals. However, some individuals, like cryptocurrency trader Kunal Bhatia, are taking precautions by purchasing insurance policies to protect themselves from financial fraud. Cyber insurance is gaining popularity in India, particularly among SMEs and larger clients. However, the adoption of these policies is hindered by a lack of awareness. Insurance companies are working on streamlining the process of purchasing cyber insurance to make it more accessible.Soon, smart card call facility in Maharashtra jailsSmart card phones are set to be introduced in jails across the state of Maharashtra, India. The proposal, which has been sanctioned by the state home department, aims to improve communication between prisoners and their families. The system, called the Allen Groups free Inmate Calling System, was piloted at Yerawada Central Jail in Pune and has been successful in reducing incidents of mobile phone smuggling. Inmates are required to submit three verified phone numbers, and calls are monitored and limited to once a week for 10 minutes. Only prisoners from Pakistan are not allowed access to the system.

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