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Haryana Police Flag 1,018 Objectionable Social Media Links as Cyber Drive Targets Fraud Apps

IT Act takedown notices coupled with citizen tip lines underpin the enforcement push.

Overview

  • Authorities say platforms have removed or blocked 583 reported links and profiles, with 435 under review.
  • The month-long campaign is being run by Cyber Haryana in coordination with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
  • Police issue notices under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act directing immediate removal when flagged content is detected.
  • A special drive launched on January 12 has identified 28 suspicious trading and investment apps and channels, with 14 removed and 14 in final review.
  • Officials urge reports of suspicious posts or apps via the 1930 Cyber Helpline or cybercrime.gov.in, citing a goal of a safer digital environment.