The development and use of SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) cards are closely tied to the evolution of mobile telecommunications technology. Mobile phones began in the 1940s with vehicle-based systems. The first handheld call was made in 1973 by Motorola, and the first commercial phone was launched in 1983. SIM cards were developed alongside the growth…
Digital fraud, now commonly referred to as ‘Digital Arrest,’ has taken on a new form, where scammers deceive citizens under the guise of government officials. A recent case highlights the severity of this issue involving a resident of South Kolkata who was defrauded of Rs 3.4 Crores. In September, the victim received a call from …
Every investigation demands meticulous precision and diligence. Irrespective of the severity of the crime, the Kolkata Police Department operates with dynamic teamwork.Consider the case of State vs Tara Chand Sonkar, also known as Raja Sonkar. The incident dates back to the afternoon of October 3, 2014, during the Nabami celebration of Durga Puja, when a…
Traditional crime may seem like a relic of the past in today’s digital age. The rapid digitisation has revolutionised the landscape of criminal activities, blurring the lines of traditional demographic boundaries. Kolkata Police is at the forefront of adapting to this paradigm shift, showcasing groundbreaking investigations into cybercrime.A recent case demonstrates this transformation: a sophisticated…
