ED Arrests Advocate in Pan-India Cyber Fraud Probe

In a move aimed at curbing online fraud, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested an advocate who was allegedly linked to a pan-India cyber fraud scheme. The arrest was carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and the Information Technology Act. Authorities say the advocate was part of a larger network that exploited digital platforms to siphon funds from unsuspecting victims. The ED has seized various digital assets and is conducting a thorough investigation into the extent of the fraud. The case underscores the government's intensified focus on cybercrime and financial misconduct across the country.