February 2, 2025 | Kashmir POST

From Malicious Downloads to Empty Bank Accounts: Anatomy of a ₹2.8 Crore Heist & Expert Tactics to Outsmart Digital Fraudsters

February 2, 2025February 2, 2025 Editor

A Digital Heist in India’s Silicon Valley By: Javid Amin Bengaluru, India’s tech capital, is now the battleground for a sinister cybercrime wave. In January 2025, 42-year-old Hari Krishnan became the latest victim of a ruthless scam involving fake traffic challans, malicious APK files, and orchestrated financial theft. This incident isn’t isolated—it’s part of a sophisticated criminal playbook exploiting trust in authority, tech illiteracy, and gaps in India’s cybersecurity infrastructure. Here’s a deep dive into how these scams work, why they’re escalating, and how to armor yourself against digital predators.…

Fresh Snowfall and Rainfall End Prolonged Dry Spell in Kashmir Valley

February 2, 2025 Editor

Snow higher up, rain in plains end dry spell in Kashmir; In Srinagar and adjoining areas, intermittent rainfall has been going on since last evening. Srinagar, Feb 1: Fresh snowfall in higher reaches and rain in the plains ended the prolonged dry spell in the Kashmir valley, with the Meteorological Department forecasting a possibility of more precipitation over the next four days. Intermittent snowfall was reported in the higher reaches of Baramulla, Bandipora, Kupwara and Sonmarg districts of the valley, officials said. They said traces of snowfall were seen early morning…

Kashmir’s Children at Risk: Doctors Highlight Digital Addiction Epidemic

February 2, 2025 Editor

Digital addiction among Kashmir’s children has reached ‘pandemic’ level, say doctors; Dr Sushil Razdan & Dr Kaisar Ahmed call for collective action to prevent devastating impact of screen addiction Srinagar, Feb 01 : Digital addiction among children in Jammu and Kashmir has reached alarming levels, with medical experts calling for urgent intervention to curb its impact. Renowned neurologist Dr Sushil Razdan, speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said early mobile phone use has harmful effects on brain development. He strongly advised against exposing children under the age of…

Ranji Trophy Clash: J&K Coach Alleges Pitch Tampering, Baroda Dismisses Claims

February 2, 2025 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir coach alleged Baroda resorted to pitch tampering before the start of play on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy tie. A huge controversy erupted in the Ranji Trophy on Saturday morning after the visitors Jammu and Kashmir lodged an official complaint with the match referee, alleging that Baroda resorted to pitch tampering before the start of playing on Day 3 at the Reliance Cricket Ground in Vadodara, Gujarat. The chain of events unfolded before the start of the play. The proceedings were delayed after Jammu and Kashmir…