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With the evolution of information technology , the sharing of information/data has advanced with a high pace. We have become dependent on technology to make our day-to-day lives smoother .The outbreak of the pandemic has also resulted in hefty dependence on technology by the people. The truth is, by being more and more active in cyberspace we are making ourselves prone to all kinds of digital assaults by cyber criminals which invariably make us a victim of cyber crime. No doubt technology is a necessary evil but one should be aware of the serious threats posed by the online data leakages, the vandalization caused by cyber criminals to individuals ,organizations and to some extent the government itself which can have some adverse effects and a morbid scenario in the long run. This article revolves around the progression of cyber crimes in India ,the steps taken by government in establishing cyber law enactments to tackle it, some safety measures that could become nifty in adverse situations to avoid getting victimized.