Approximately 45% of cyberattacks come from nations recognized as cybercriminal havens, including Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos.

In 2024, cybercrime complaints in India skyrocketed to over 1.7 million, marking a staggering 51% increase from the previous year, as reported by the National Cyber Reporting Platform.

This surge in cybercrime has resulted in Indian businesses facing higher volumes of cyberattacks than their global counterparts, with an average Indian website receiving 6.9 million unwanted requests annually, which is 26% more than the global average.

Mobile applications have become a primary target for cybercriminals, with API servers experiencing 43% more malicious requests compared to traditional websites.

In a recent address, President Droupadi Murmu underscored the significance of cybersecurity, noting that training in this field can create job opportunities for youth and enhance national security, particularly as India has achieved Tier 1 status in the Global Cybersecurity Index.

The Indian government took a significant step forward by passing its first privacy and data-protection law in 2023, which enhances citizens' rights and establishes regulations for companies managing data.

To further combat cybercrime, the Reserve Bank of India has set up exclusive internet domains for banks and non-bank financial institutions, aimed at reducing phishing attacks.

Additionally, the Indian government is actively working to repatriate citizens who have found themselves trapped in foreign labor camps associated with cyber fraud syndicates.

In a bid to strengthen international cooperation, a memorandum of understanding was signed between India and the US to enhance collaboration on cybercrime intelligence and training.

In her speech on January 31, President Murmu highlighted the challenges posed by digital fraud and emerging technologies such as deepfakes, emphasizing the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.

Cybercriminal activity is evenly split between domestic and international sources, with notable malicious traffic originating from countries like the US, France, the UK, and Singapore.

Despite the escalating threat of cybercrime, India is grappling with a shortage of cybersecurity professionals, prompting the government to initiate a program aimed at training 5,000 'cyber commandos' over the next five years.