Pune woman loses Rs 1.19 lakh to cyber fraud after buying saree online

A woman from Pune became victim to an online shopping fraud after attempting to buy a saree for Rs 1,500. The incident unfolded when she was redirected to a fraudulent payment gateway while completing her purchase on an e-commerce platform.

The scammers gained access to her bank details and made multiple unauthorized transactions, draining Rs 1.19 lakh from her account. The woman later filed a complaint with cyber police after discovering the fraudulent charges.

The case highlights the growing risks associated with online shopping and the need for users to verify payment gateways and protect their financial information while making digital purchases.