5000 Indians forced into cyber-slavery in Cambodia, MHA discusses rescue strategy
5000 Indians forced into cyber-slavery in Cambodia, MHA discusses rescue strategy
Current Affairs
La Excellence IAS Academy | March 29, 2024
| Syllabus: GS-III; Subject: Internal Security, Topic: Cyber security, Issue: Cyber-Slavery. |
Context: Over 5,000 Indians trapped in Cambodia, forced into cyber fraud.
Synopsis:
- Ministry of Home Affairs discusses rescue strategy due to estimated loss of Rs 500 crore.
- Intend to involve Interpol for arrests.
- Central agencies reveal agents trapping people, sending them to Cambodia under the pretext of jobs.
Prelims Connect (Institutions in news):
| INTERPOL:
· Purpose: Enhance international cooperation among law enforcement agencies. · Role: Combat transnational crime (terrorism, cybercrime, organized crime). · Functions: Investigative support, capacity building, and issuance of Red Notices. · Not part of the United Nations. |
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