Mumbai Police Investigate Cyber Frauds Involving Fake E-Challan APK Scams
Mumbai Police are investigating two cyber fraud cases involving fake 'mParivahan' and 'RTO Challan' APK files. A Nashik powerloom businessman lost over Rs 6 lakh after downloading a malicious app from an unknown e-challan message, while a Bank of Baroda GM lost Rs 4.27 lakh following a similar attack linked to free Wi-Fi at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. Both victims' phones were compromised, leading to unauthorized transactions and further spread of the malware. Police have registered FIRs and issued advisories on such scams.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (46/100). Lens Score 45/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 7 Aug, 01:30 pm. Other outlets followed.