Bengaluru accounts for over 51% of all cybercrimes in metro cities in 2023: NCRB data
Bengaluru: In a concerning revelation, Bengaluru has emerged as the leading city in cybercrime incidents, contributing to over 51% of all cybercrimes reported across India's 19 major metropolitan cities in 2023, according to newly released data by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
According to data, as cited by The Hindu, out of the 21,889 cases registered across the state, Bengaluru alone reported 17,631 cases. The alarming rise in cybercrime incidents underscores the city's vulnerability, with the IT hub’s cybercrime rate standing at a worrying 207.4 cases per lakh population — over seven times the national average.
Of the 21,889 cases registered across the state, Bengaluru alone reported 17,631 cases. The alarming rise in cybercrime incidents underscores the city's vulnerability, with Bengaluru's cybercrime rate standing at a worrying 207.4 cases per lakh population — over seven times the national average.
Over the past three years, Bengaluru has witnessed a massive spike in cybercrimes. From 6,423 cases in 2021, to 9,940 in 2022, and now over 17,600 in 2023, the surge reflects an evolving threat landscape. The NCRB data identifies two primary motives behind these crimes: fraud and sexual exploitation.
Though the number of cases slightly decreased in 2024, with 22,468 reported incidents, preliminary data from 2025 suggests a slight dip in cases, with 7,293 recorded so far, revealed State Crime Records as cited by The Hindu.
However, experts caution that while the frequency of crimes may be slowing, their complexity and the financial losses associated with them are escalating.
Senior law enforcement officials point to several key factors behind the surge in cybercrimes: lack of cyber hygiene, inadequate cybersecurity, low cyber awareness, and a dynamic modus operandi that succeeds due to this lack of awareness.
Another officer highlighted Karnataka’s proactive approach to tackling cybercrime. “We have better reporting mechanisms than any other state. For example, several States do not register cases where the financial loss is less than one lakh; in Karnataka, not only do we register cases with no monetary loss, but victims are encouraged to file complaints at all stations,” The Hindu quoted the officer as saying.
Despite the challenges, Karnataka's authorities are optimistic that with increased awareness, improved cybersecurity measures, and ongoing efforts by the Cyber Command Unit, the state will be better equipped to combat the growing threat of cybercrime in the coming years.
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Allen, Raghuvanshi, Green power KKR to 29-run win over GT
Kolkata (PTI): Finn Allen blasted a 35-ball 93, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit an unbeaten 44-ball 82 as Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Allen went on a six-hitting spree, smashing 10 maximums and four boundaries to add 95 off 41 balls with Raghuvanshi (82).
Raghuvanshi then shared another 108 off 53 balls with Cameron Green (52 not out) to power KKR to a challenging 247 for 2.
In reply, GT could manage 218-4, riding on skipper Shubman Gill's 49-ball 85 and a 35-ball 57 from Jos Buttler. Opener Sai Sudarsan was retired hurt but returned to make a 28-ball 53 not out.
Sunil Narine (2/29) claimed two wickets and Saurabh Dubey snapped one for KKR.
For GT, Mohammed Siraj (1/50), Sai Kishore (1/38) were the wicket-takers.
Brief Score:
KKR: 247 for 2 in 20 overs (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 not out, Camero Green 52 not out; Mohammed Siraj 1/50).
GT: 218 for 4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 85, Sunil Narine 2/29).
