NOB-Secunderabad news: A 32-year-old resident of Secunderabad reported being cheated by operators of illegal online betting and casino platforms. In 2021, he was contacted through WhatsApp and induced to play online games such as Cricket betting, Teen Patti, Casino, and Aviator/Flight games with false assurances of easy profits. After an initial deposit of Rs.10,000 yielded small returns and gained his trust, he was persuaded to invest further. Between 2021 and 2025, the victim deposited a total of Rs.75,00,000 through multiple transactions using bank accounts, UPI IDs, QR codes, and cash deposit machines, as directed by the fraudsters across various betting websites. Ultimately, he suffered heavy financial losses. The acts of the accused amount to cheating, cyber fraud, and illegal online betting. The victim has sought registration of a case and investigation into the operators involved. The public is cautioned against illegal online betting and casino platforms offering assured or easy returns.  Fraudsters often approach victims via WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS, or social media and initially show small profits to gain confidence before inducing larger deposits. These platforms are unregulated and illegal, and withdrawals are often blocked once large sums are invested.  Citizens are advised not to share banking or personal details, avoid unknown links or apps, and immediately report suspicious activity. Report Cyber Fraud: 1930. www.cybercrime.gov.in, Emergency Cyber Assistance: Call/WhatsApp 8712665171.