Author: Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Insurance companies are grappling with a sharp rise in fraud cases involving artificial intelligence-generated images, as scammers increasingly exploit advanced tools to fabricate damage, manipulate evidence, and create non-existent assets to claim payouts. Industry experts warn that the misuse of AI is transforming traditional fraud methods, enabling individuals and organised networks to produce highly convincing but fraudulent claims with minimal technical expertise. Surge in AI-Driven Fraud Cases Insurers have reported a notable increase in claims supported by digitally altered or AI-generated evidence. Fraud investigators say advanced image-editing tools…

Lucknow: A major cyber fraud case has surfaced in Lucknow, raising serious concerns over the safety of digital banking systems after more than ₹11 lakh was allegedly siphoned off from a customer’s account without authorisation. The victim, Kumar Vikram, has accused both the bank and authorities of delayed action, forcing him to seek legal intervention. Acting on the court’s directions, police have now registered an FIR, setting the stage for a formal investigation. Fraud Uncovered Through SMS Alert According to the complaint, the incident came to light on June 20,…

Lucknow: In a major push towards modern policing, the Uttar Pradesh Police has inducted 300 specially trained “crime scene experts” to enhance scientific investigation and improve conviction rates across the state. The initiative, backed by the government led by Yogi Adityanath, aims to integrate advanced forensic techniques into routine policing. The experts have been trained at the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) in Lucknow. Officials said the third batch of 105 personnel has recently completed an intensive 42-day training programme and is ready for field deployment. These…

Chandauli: In a significant development, a suspended constable of the Uttar Pradesh Police has been arrested for allegedly assisting cattle smugglers by sharing sensitive information on police movement and patrol routes in Chandauli. The accused, Satyendra Yadav (32), was posted in Chandauli and was under suspension at the time of his arrest. He was apprehended from his native district Ambedkar Nagar, officials confirmed. According to police sources, Yadav allegedly received payments from cattle smugglers through both online and offline channels in exchange for providing real-time intelligence. This included details of…

Lucknow: In a major crackdown on organised crime, the Lucknow Police has attached movable and immovable assets worth over ₹5.78 crore in connection with a real estate fraud syndicate accused of duping unsuspecting buyers through illegal land deals. The action was carried out in the Mohanlalganj area under the directives of Police Commissioner Amrendra Singh Sengar as part of an intensified drive against organised criminal networks. The seized assets belong to alleged gang leader Pramod Kumar Upadhyay and his associate Vinod Kumar Upadhyay. According to officials, the accused operated a…