Noida Police Busts High-Tech Gang Duping NRIs with Fake OTT Subscriptions

• Noida police busted a high-tech cyber fraud gang targeting Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) with fake cheap OTT subscriptions.
• The gang lured NRIs by promising to re-route Indian OTT plans abroad, charging $100-$300, and then repeatedly demanding more money.
• Six individuals, including mastermind Tanishka, were arrested, and electronic devices and suspicious bank transactions were seized.
• The fraudsters operated like a fake call center, using technical jargon and VPNs to deceive victims.
• Police are investigating the extent of the fraud and advise caution against such scams, urging people to use official platforms only.

Why It Matters: Cybercrime bust highlights risks of unofficial OTT deals for global Indians.