Archive · 19 May 2025
More Detained in Pakistan-Linked Fake SIM Card Racket
Imagine some bad guys are using fake phone cards to do sneaky things.
The police found out these cards were linked to Pakistan and used for cybercrimes and sharing secrets.
After an attack, the police started investigating and have arrested more people.
They are looking into people who might be helping Pakistan or making bad comments online.
The police are making sure everyone is safe and taking action against those who are causing trouble.
15 more individuals were detained in connection to the fake SIM card racket.
The police acted on Army intelligence to uncover the scam.
Fake SIM cards were being used for cybercrimes and sharing information with Pakistan.
Since Friday, seven people have been arrested in different states.
Additional arrests were made for pro-Pakistan social media posts, bringing the total to 68.
- Who
- Assam Police, acting on Army intelligence, detained 15 individuals.
- What
- Detentions related to a Pakistan-linked fake SIM card racket.
- When
- Following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
- Where
- Assam, Rajasthan, and Telangana
- Why
- For cybercrimes and anti-national activities, including sharing sensitive information with agents in Pakistan.
Government's Stance
Opposition's Stance
Social Media Activity
Government's Stance
Posting remarks in favor of Pakistan
Opposition's Stance
Supporting Pakistan
- Additional Detainees
- 15
- Arrests Made Since Friday
- 7
- Total Arrests for Anti-National Activities
- 68
- Country Linked to the Racket
- Pakistan
- Pahalgam Terror Attack Date
- April 22