CBI arrests three accused of sending bulk phishing messages

Key Points

1. CBI arrested three individuals: Sonveer Singh, Maneesh Upreti, and Himalaya, for involvement in a cyber fraud network.
2. Operation Chakra-V targeted cybercrime syndicates, revealing a gang operating from NCR and Chandigarh.
3. The gang provided bulk SMS services to cybercriminals, using approximately 21,000 SIM cards obtained illegally.
4. A case was registered against Lord Mahavira Services India Private Limited for allegedly running the illegal system.
5. Searches in Delhi, Noida, and Chandigarh uncovered a system used for sending phishing messages, including servers and thousands of SIM cards.
6. The CBI seized digital evidence, unaccounted cash, and cryptocurrency during the operation.
7. The investigation suggests involvement of telecom company channel partners in illegally arranging SIM cards.