Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 15 -- With rapid technological advancement, the nature of crime has also evolved, necessitating periodic updates to the law to tackle cybercrimes such as 'digital arrest', members observed at the monthly meeting of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP).

The need for the State and Central Governments to jointly deliberate and frame appropriate laws was emphasised, where members interacted with Narasimharaja Sub-Division ACP Matthew Thomas on issues related to law and order and crime prevention.

Members raised concerns over fraudulent messages about money being debited from bank accounts, fraudsters impersonating Police officials on Facebook and demanding money, and the lack of response from Cyber Police Stations even af...