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    J&K Police Conduct Valley-Wide Raids in Major Cyber Terror Funding Investigation

    3 months ago

    Srinagar | Yugcharan News

    The Counter-Intelligence wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has launched a large-scale operation across the Kashmir Valley as part of an ongoing investigation into a cyber terror funding case. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, police teams carried out coordinated raids at multiple locations on Wednesday, aiming to dismantle a network of “mule accounts” allegedly being used to finance cyber fraud and terror-related activities.

    According to officials, the operation was led by Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK), a specialised unit tasked with handling terror-linked financial crimes and cyber threats. In total, raids were conducted at 22 locations across the Valley, including 15 sites within Srinagar city, marking one of the most extensive cyber-related crackdowns in the region in recent times.

    Crackdown on Mule Accounts

    Police sources said the raids are part of a focused drive against mule accounts — bank accounts opened or operated by individuals on behalf of others, often unknowingly or for small monetary gains. These accounts are frequently exploited by organised cyber crime syndicates and terror networks to move illicit funds without attracting immediate attention.

    “The misuse of mule accounts has emerged as a serious threat to national security. These accounts are increasingly being used to route money generated through cyber fraud, online scams, and terror financing,” a senior police official said on condition of anonymity.

    During the raids, investigators reportedly seized digital devices, financial documents, and other electronic evidence that could help trace the flow of funds and identify the people controlling these accounts. Officials indicated that the operation is still in progress and further questioning of suspects is likely.

    Rising Cyber Threats in the Region

    Security agencies have observed a growing trend of cyber-enabled financial crimes in Jammu and Kashmir, with terror outfits and their handlers allegedly shifting tactics to exploit online platforms and banking loopholes. By using mule accounts, these networks are able to obscure money trails, making detection and prosecution more challenging.

    Experts say that unlike traditional funding routes, cyber-based financial operations allow terror networks to operate remotely, often with handlers based outside the country. This makes intelligence-led policing and inter-agency coordination crucial in disrupting such activities.

    CIK’s Expanding Role

    Counter Intelligence Kashmir has, in recent years, expanded its focus beyond conventional terror modules to include cyber surveillance, financial tracking, and digital forensics. Officials say this shift reflects the changing nature of security threats in the region.

    “The battlefield has changed. Terror financing today is not limited to cash couriers or hawala networks. It is increasingly digital, anonymous, and spread across multiple platforms,” a CIK official said.

    The official added that the current operation is aimed not only at identifying account holders but also at uncovering the larger network of handlers, recruiters, and beneficiaries behind the transactions.

    Legal Action Likely

    Police indicated that individuals found knowingly facilitating such accounts could face strict legal action under relevant sections of law related to cyber crime, terror funding, and money laundering. Even those who claim ignorance may be questioned thoroughly to determine the extent of their involvement.

    Authorities have repeatedly warned the public against allowing their bank accounts, SIM cards, or digital wallets to be used by others, stressing that even indirect involvement can have serious legal consequences.

    More Details Awaited

    While officials have confirmed the scale of the operation, they said that further details will be shared after the completion of searches and preliminary analysis of seized material. Arrests have not been officially confirmed so far, but sources suggested that follow-up actions, including summons and detentions for questioning, may take place in the coming days.

    The latest crackdown underlines the security establishment’s intent to tighten the noose around cyber terror networks and prevent the misuse of the financial system for unlawful activities. As investigations continue, the operation is expected to send a strong message against those attempting to exploit digital platforms for crimes that threaten national security.

    — Yugcharan News

     
     
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